Research & Development
Wright Lab supports a broad research program in experimental nuclear physics, particle physics, and astrophysics, with particular emphasis on instrumentation development and quantum sensing for fundamental science.
Preparing Future Scientists
Through hands-on research experiences, workshops, mentoring, scientific seminars, and career development activities, we train the next leaders in science and technology with a broad set of technical and management skills.
Research Community
Wright Lab is committed to fostering community among all students, staff, and faculty. Our community’s goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and productive environment for research, teaching, and mentoring.
Exploring Fundamental Physics of Quantum & AI
We lead a variety of experiments and efforts to develop quantum sensing tools and techniques for fundamental science.
We are engaged in a diverse spread of artificial intelligence, data science, and machine learning initiatives to enhance our research, teaching, and general productivity.
Upcoming Events
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News
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GRiP visits high school physics class for Global Citizenship Day
The organization gave a presentation to students at Scarsdale High School to educate and inspire students to act on issues facing our world.
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Wright Lab represented at APS DNP 2025 Fall Meeting
Wright Lab researchers contributed to the American Physical Society (APS) Division of Nuclear Physics (DNP)’s Fall Meeting (DNP 2025) in October.
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Yale Physics alumnus Andrew J. Lankford awarded Wilbur Cross Medal
Experimental particle physicist Andrew J. Lankford ’72, ’78 PhD and three other Yale Graduate School alumni, were awarded the Wilbur Cross Medal.
Funding
Wright Laboratory gratefully acknowledges support from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation; the Department of Energy, Office of Science, High Energy Physics and Nuclear Physics; the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation; the Heising-Simons Foundation; the John Templeton Foundation; the Krell Institute; the National Science Foundation; the Simons Foundation; and Yale University.