Wright Lab scientists develop and lead experiments to further our understanding of the Universe, from the most elementary particles to the evolution of the cosmos at the largest scales.
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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YaleNews Insights & Outcomes: Lights, cameras — physics!
A new film documentary about faraway physics experiments includes a Yale-affiliated project in the South Pole and features Wright Lab’s Reina Maruyama
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Advancing the frontiers of physics at Wright Lab through advanced prototyping
The APC at Wright Lab has provided an advanced fabrication facility and design support for custom instrumentation within the Yale community since 2018
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Cantway invited by CERN to support ALICE detector operations and present thesis work
Wright Lab grad student Sierra Cantway was invited to spend three weeks at CERN to support detector operations and present thesis work.
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.