Cosmologists closer to understanding the ultimate fate of the Universe
Thursday 8th October, 2015
Dr Kevin Pimbblet, senior Astrophysics lecturer, was invited to submit an article to The Conversation to discuss what fate the universe may eventually succumb to. He explains possible options such as heat death, the big rip, and even “cosmic consciousness”, a quantum physics idiosyncrasy that means the universe could lead to an interesting, if not far-fetched, end.
The E.A. Milne Centre invites expressions of interest for an Ernest Rutherford Fellowship 2024
Tuesday 2nd July, 2024
The E.A. Milne Centre invites expressions of interest for an Ernest Rutherford Fellowship 2024
Expressions of Interest for STFC Rutherford Fellowship
Sunday 1st January, 2017
The Milne Centre will sponsor the nomination of one potential STFC Ernest Rutherford Fellow during the upcoming fellowship round; expressions of interest in being that nominee can be emailed to Prof Brad Gibson. The deadline for receipt of expressions of interest is 11 Aug 2017.
Five myths on gravitational waves, by Dr Siri Chongchitnan
Thursday 8th October, 2015
Maths lecturer Dr Siri Chongchitnan has written an article discussing gravitational waves and the misconceptions that surround the research. The waves were predicted by Einstein’s theory of general relativity and have so far only been detected indirectly.
Hull Space-Mission Competition
Friday 28th April, 2017
BBC Radio Humberside and the University of Hull are teaming up to offer an exciting opportunity for primary schools to be involved in Hull’s first mission into space.
Launch of new astrophysics centre at University of Hull
Tuesday 13th October, 2015
Cutting-edge research in astrophysics has been given a major boost with the opening of a dedicated centre at the University.
The Milne Centre offers several MSc by Research projects
Wednesday 20th November, 2024
The Milne Centre offers several MSc by Research projects. You can find details about projects here and information about how to apply here. In your application, please include a CV and a research proposal in which you state your intended project and supervisor.
NAM2017 registration is open
Friday 28th April, 2017
Registration is now open for the National Astronomy Meeting 2017: the UK’s largest annual gathering of astronomers, proudly hosted this year by the E. A. Milne Centre. More details at our dedicated website:
Official Opening of the E.A. Milne Centre for Astrophysics
Wednesday 4th November, 2015
The University of Hull officially opened its new E.A. Milne Centre for Astrophysics on Friday 16 October 2015.
Partnership with the NSF Frontier Physics Centre, JINA
Sunday 1st January, 2017
The Milne Centre has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Joint Institute for Nuclear Astrophysics, becoming the first Associate Institute from the UK to do so. The Milne Centre’s expertise in Galactic Chemical Evolution and Stellar Nucleosynthesis complements JINA’s unparalleled expertise in nuclear astrophysics, bring unique collaborative opportunities to both organisations.