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Studying astrophysically relevant plasma physics
Thomas Varnish has always loved a hands-on approach to science. Research in lab-based astrophysics has enabled the PhD student to experiment in a heavily theoretical subject.![](https://cdn.statically.io/img/ovc.mit.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Kevin-Motorsports-2015.jpg)
From group stretches to “Hitting Roman,” MIT Motorsports traditions live on
The Chan siblings reflect on their Motorsports experience, eight years apart.![](https://cdn.statically.io/img/ovc.mit.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/MIT-GhasemlouPeggy-Hilton-01-PRESS_0.jpg)