Dr. Laura Chomiuk

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Biography

Laura Beth Chomiuk is a Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at Michigan State University. Her research interests are primarily in the fields of Astronomy and Astrophysics, focusing on stellar evolution, stellar explosions, and feedback effects of explosions on star formation. She studies novae and supernovae across a range of wavelengths, with a particular emphasis on radio observations that probe the physics of ejection mechanisms in these explosions. Through her work, she aims to constrain the circumstellar environments of exploding stars and test models of progenitor systems for these explosions. Laura has a diverse educational background, holding a Ph.D. in Astronomy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is involved in teaching various courses related to her expertise.

Research Interests

Courses

Directed Studies Visions of the Universe Lab

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology