Caltech Magazine

A magazine for the Caltech community and friends featuring a broad range of stories about the Institute, its people, and its impact on the world.

[Caltech Magazine @CaltechMagazine]

"The word ‘unique' gets overused, but Caltech truly is a singular place with a close-knit community whose commitment to excellence is relentless. That ethos runs deep and wide."—Ray Jayawardhana, who today officially became Caltech's 10th president.
 https://t.co/t0oQsXoedy

[brandon* @brndxix]

it’s gonna be a great day on this app LMFAOOOOO

[Caltech @Caltech]

Thomas F. Rosenbaum, the ninth president of Caltech, will retire on June 30, 2026, after 12 years in the position. He will remain at the Institute as a member of the faculty.

Read more here: https://t.co/OlgTKlnwMD

[Caltech Alumni Association @caltechalumni]

By endowing a SURF fellowship, Alan Marumoto (BS '86) is creating a lasting impact on the next generation of researchers. Their journeys begin with a single summer. Read more: https://t.co/ywjDoOKxJd

[Caltech @Caltech]

Caltech researchers share initial findings and data from a study that aims to understand how much lead and other toxic metals are present in the environment after the Eaton fire.

https://t.co/8QPYnqcKuf

[NASA JPL @NASAJPL]

SPHEREx is preparing to study our cosmos ✨

These early images indicate the space telescope's six detectors are working. The images aren't ready for science use but were processed to show the colors of infrared wavelengths, which are invisible to the eye. https://t.co/dqCCTTnACi

[Daniel Swain @Weather_West]

After today's cold system departs, spring will begin in earnest across California w/much drier & warmer conditions on horizon. In fact, at the moment, ensembles are hinting at a major and perhaps even record-breaking early-season heat event in ~10 days. Stay tuned. #CAwx #CAwater

[Kevin Trinh @IcyMoonsKevin]

I’m thrilled to share that I will be joining @Caltech this June as a Melza M. And Frank Theodore Barr postdoctoral fellow. Super excited for all the science to be done in the coming years.

[Caltech Astro Outreach @CaltechAstro]

Happening tonight! Join us to learn about how the universe is changing over time and how the NASA SPHEREx mission can help us find out.

[Caltech @Caltech]

Walter Massey will deliver the keynote address at Caltech's 131st Annual Commencement Ceremony on June 13, 2025.

https://t.co/03m2ATCgEJ

[Caltech IPAC @caltechipac]

Euclid Q1 Tutorial Webinar🖥️

Learn how to use #ESAEuclid data in the @NASA_IRSA at a webinar hosted by the Euclid NASA Science Center at IPAC (ENSCI).

🔘April 4 @ 10am PDT
🔘Attendance is limited to 30 participants.
🔘Register by March 28: https://t.co/RYQn7jY7PP

[NASA JPL @NASAJPL]

Are you a doctoral student, recent Ph.D., postdoc, or junior faculty who has a strong interest in science-driven robotic space exploration missions?

The deadline to apply for NASA's Planetary Science Summer School is March 18. Details and eligibility: https://t.co/m3k7RDf9Av

[John Preskill @preskill]

8pm tomorrow at #APSSummit25 we'll have a session on "Quantum Future - The Promise, the Hype, the Opportunity" -- 6 speakers and a panel. Should be interesting. Speakers: Tony Leggett, Megan Ivory, Krysta Svore, Wojciech Zurek, Emily Edwards, and me.
https://t.co/oYcnwDkpYS

[John Preskill @preskill]

In 1999, I wrote a paper on "Quantum information and precision measurement" with two brilliant undergrads @Caltech, @joerenes and @andrewmchilds. Here we are reunited @QIP2025. (Former student @nickrhj is in the background.)

[Caltech Alumni Association @caltechalumni]

“Everything else in your life is going to seem doable after Caltech.” Louise Kirkbride, MS (BS '75, MS '76), discovered that Caltech was challenging and intense. And she loved it. Read the full Techer interview about her experience: https://t.co/6GgJbqPvyb

#CaltechAlumni

[Caltech @Caltech]

NASA's SPHEREx mission will provide new clues about the explosive, inflationary phase of our universe.

Read here to learn what hundreds of millions of galaxies can teach us about the big bang here:

https://t.co/8cBNx49ELk

[Caltech Magazine @CaltechMagazine]

“I made every bow tie in Ratatouille,” Truong says, laughing. “That was my first job. And anytime you see Elsa move in Frozen, I did the hair and cape.”

https://t.co/z4ibxInr8B

[Caltech Alumni Association @caltechalumni]

Seminar Day is back! Mark your calendar for May 17, 2025 as the beloved Caltech Seminar Day tradition continues! We’re also pleased to introduce Seminar Day Kids—a special half-day experience designed for our youngest Techers (K–6th grade)! Learn more https://t.co/nElKg6ueKy

[NWS Los Angeles @NWSLosAngeles]

Still expecting strong storm for #SoCal Wed-Fri

- Significant rain likely all areas
- 10-20% chance of thunderstorms Thu/Thu night
- Widespread roadway flooding likely
- Moderate to high risk of mud/debris flows near recent burn scars
- Snow levels 6000 ft or higher

#CAwx

[NWS Los Angeles @NWSLosAngeles]

Rain chances are ongoing into Fri, with an additional 0.5 to 1 inch expected for most areas, and 1-2 inches for mountains/hills. Minor impacts are expected, including shallow mud flows on roads in and near recent burn scars. Leave extra travel time and drive carefully. #CArain