The Ohio State University Center for Cosmology and AstroParticle Physics (CCAPP)

CCAPP's 20th Anniversary Conference

CCAPP's 20th Anniversary Conference

Celebrating Two Decades of Discovery in Cosmology and AstroParticle Physics

June 10–12, 2026 | The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio

The Center for Cosmology and AstroParticle Physics (CCAPP) at The Ohio State University is a world-leading interdisciplinary research center exploring the deepest questions about the universe — from the smallest particles to the largest cosmic structures. Founded in 2006, CCAPP unites faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and students from the Departments of Physics and Astronomy to pursue collaborative research that spans theory, observation, and experiment. Its mission includes advancing studies of dark energy, dark matter, the origin of cosmic structure, and the highest-energy particles in nature, while mentoring the next generation of scientists and engaging the public through workshops, seminars, and outreach activities. 

At CCAPP, investigators work together on some of the most ambitious scientific experiments and discoveries in modern science, leveraging cross-disciplinary collaboration rather than isolated labs. This unique cooperative culture makes CCAPP a hub for tackling the universe’s biggest mysteries.

We invite locals, alumni, partners, and friends of CCAPP to join us for 2.5 days of scientific exchange, reflection, and community celebration on the Ohio State campus.

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Event Details

  • Dates: Wednesday, June 10 – Friday, June 12, 2026
  • Location: The Ohio State University — Columbus, Ohio, USA.  The main events will be in the Physics Research Building and Scott Lab E001.

Remote Attendance via Zoom

Registration for the conference is now closed. However, a virtual attendance option is still available via Zoom for those who would like to join the sessions remotely.

To obtain the Zoom link and passcode, please contact Nat Paterson at paterson.29@osu.edu.

(Note: If you have already registered as a remote participant, you do not need to request access; the Zoom information will be emailed to you separately before the start of the conference.)

Hotel accommodations

Rooms can be reserved at The Blackwell Inn and Conference Center for CCAPP 20th Anniversary Celebration attendees at a special group rate. Attendees are encouraged to book early to secure accommodations under the event room block. Please click on this link for reservation, CCAPP's 20th Anniversary Conference.

For event inquiries, please contact Nat Paterson (paterson.29@osu.edu) and Lisa Colarosa (colarosa.5@osu.edu). 

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