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Research

Learn about ongoing research and research opportunities in the Department of Physics and Physical Oceanography at UNCW.

Physics Our faculty is engaged in cutting-edge physics research ranging from elementary particle physics to theoretical high energy physics. Learn More
Physical Oceanography Our faculty leads research in areas ranging from physical oceanography and cryospheric science to human-coastal interactions. Discover Oceanography
Coastal Engineering Our faculty leads research in areas affecting coastal communities around the world through the application of geological and physical oceanography, coastal management, applied physics, and civil and ocean engineering. About Our Program
Wave flume helps students learn about the power of ocean waves

Catching a Wave

Students and faculty in UNCW's undergraduate coastal engineering program have new ways to study the power of ocean waves using an 80X5-foot wave flume that holds 9,500 gallons of water.

UNCW Coastal Engineering Wave Flume Installation

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UNCW students and faculty in the undergraduate Coastal Engineering program now have new ways to study the power of ocean waves using a state-of-the-art wave flume installed right next to their classrooms.

Connect with Physics and Physical Oceanography Faculty

Scholars@UNCW is designed to showcase the scholarship and research activities of UNCW faculty, to share areas of research expertise and to connect faculty and researchers with common interests to each other.  Discover the accomplishments of our physics and physical oceanography faculty, including grants, teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity.

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Explore the Center for Marine Science

Marine science research at UNCW spans half a century and encompasses all four colleges. Our faculty, facilities and strategic location have positioned the Center for Marine Science as a world-class site for applied coastal and ocean research.

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