Welcome to CSPAR

The Center for Space Plasma and Aeronomic Research (CSPAR) at UAH is dedicated to fostering excellence in research and graduate education in the field of space science, from the furthest reaches of the universe to the boundaries of the heliosphere, to our Sun and the geospace environment.

CSPAR explores the role plasmas play in the universe and galaxy, stars, in space, and in planetary atmospheres. We used advanced theory, modeling and computation, observations and experiments to explore topics as diverse as cosmic and terrestrial gamma-ray flashes, the physics of the solar wind, the local interstellar medium, solar physics, and energetic particles. CSPAR has instrument development programs for both space-based and in-situ observations.

For Students

Are you a current or potential student at UAH and have an interest in space and research? Here at CSPAR, we're always encouraging people to get involved. Undergraduate students are able to get their hands on interesting projects, while graduate students also have opportunities to contribute to more theoretical and computational areas.

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Research Experience for Undergraduates Joint Space Weather Summer Camp People

CSPAR News

NAS taps CSPAR director to head decadal survey for plasma physics

Sep 21

Dr. Gary Zank, director of UAH Center for Space Plasma and Aeronomic Research (CSPAR) and chair of the Department of Space Science, has …

Event Spotlight

Joint Space Weather Summer Camp

The JSWSC is an opportunity to learn about space physics in the context of meeting a very practical need -- to understand the influence of the Sun on the space and upper atmosphere of the Earth and its related impact on the technological systems and needs of modern society.

CSPAR

Cramer Hall 2002
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville, AL 35899

256.961.7401
garyp.zank@gmail.com

The Center for Space Plasma and Aeronomic Research