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We have a wide range of research in theoretical and computational physics, including condensed matter theory, modelling of electron scattering from molecules and molecular clusters, theory of cold atom quantum simulators and finally biophysics. Our team of PhD students is carrying out research at the forefront of these fields.

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The majority of stars reside in binaries or higher multiples, and the most exotic and the most energetic phenomena in the Universe often have a binary origin. Binary stars are the keystones of stellar astrophysics, offering the chance to directly measure physical parameters of stars and so understand the evolution of the contents of the Universe.

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This observationally-focussed topic examines the formation of massive stars in our galaxy. The formation of massive young stars is often triggered by ionised gas regions that expand into their surrounding gas and molecular clouds, ?triggering?

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The Physics Education Research Group brings together physicists with an interest in how students learn and a passion for improving their teaching. At the OU this research theme is inevitably concerned with the full range of educational technologies, pedagogical methodologies and evaluative techniques that are required to support, sustain and improve the evidence-based teaching of physics in a large and diverse organisation.

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The study of extrasolar planets is a rapidly moving field at the forefront of astrophysics. The Astronomy Discipline is involved in the search for new exoplanets, in multiwavelength follow-up studies of established planets, consideration of habitability in novel contexts, and in the modelling of exoplanetary atmospheres and interiors.We are members of the SuperWASP, RoPACs and PLATO consortia.

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Cosmology and extragalactic astronomy at the OU focuses on the star-forming galaxies, active galaxies and strong gravitational lensing, addressing fundamental questions about the evolution of galaxies and their dark matter haloes. We have a strong record of promoting the visibility of graduate students in major international consortia.

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Astrochemistry is the study of molecules in space, how they form, where they form, and what role they play in shaping the formation and evolution of astrophysical systems, particularly in star and planet formation. The chemical interactions between atoms, ions, and molecules in both the gas and solid phase span from the coldest, darkest regions of space, known as the interstellar medium, right to the surface of planets, where such processes may be key in astrobiology ?

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This course is ideal for individuals who want to make a difference to delivering reliable water supplies, or maintaining and enhancing river and ground water quality.Accredited by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM), it provides students with knowledge and skills in process, hydraulics and pumping systems for water and wastewater treatment. Graduates are equipped to move into process and design engineering positions within the water sector, and many students are offered a job before they have completed the course.Students work within Cranfield's Water Science Institute, the UK's largest water-focused postgraduate group.

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The UK, along with many other countries, has entered into legally binding targets for renewable energy usage by 2020 with biofuels and biomass contributing on a growing global scale. However, early biofuel technologies exerted pressure on land, food and water supplies which prohibited the sustainability of large scale deployment.

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The Process Systems Engineering MSc/PgDip/PgCert equips students with the skills to:design and optimise plant performancedevelop awareness of the interactions between the process plant and its associated instrumentation and control systemsincrease production ratesimprove quality and profitability through designing process plants with a smaller footprint, higher throughput, high process effectiveness and lower environmental impact.The course consists of ten taught modules and a significant research project. The study programme for Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) consists of ten taught modules and a comprehensive design case study.

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