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Helping a prof with his research vs doing your own research.
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Leaving a REU Early - Advice Needed
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Gradute School and grades (percentage, not GPA).
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This is probably the wrong place to ask, but
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My first post on this amazing forum.
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Some advice for someone who hasn't a clue
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Programs PhD Positions in Physics in USA/Canada
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Help for Research Advise | PF Community
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Letters of Recommendation & Summer REU
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Programs Minor in Physics: Chemistry or Math?
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Computer Engineering vs Computer Science
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Courses Should I Take Advanced ODE Without Completing Algebra 2?
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Is there an odesk / elance equivalent for tutoring math/phy?
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Courses What are some practical courses for non-career advancement?
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Should I Include a Lab on Measurement Instruments in My Physics Course?
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What subject for thesis in algebra
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Schools Navigating Community College Math: From Homeschooling to Engineering Transfer
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Physics extended research essay (IB)
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BSc Computer Science: 4-Year vs 3-Year Degrees, Masters & Univ. Choice
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Failing Calculus Dont know if i want to be an engineer
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Just study Math AND CompSci (well) and get ready to rule the world
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I know there are a million of these but.(Fall 2010)
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Comp Science or Career Change: What's the Best Path for You?
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Programs Going for a PhD in Physics with a MatE undergrad?
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To choose a math/physics route, or engineering?
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Taking computer science classes to prepare to physicist
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Courses Questions About Calc for Life and Social Sciences?
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Schools MIT or University of Rochester for physics/math undergrad?
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I want to study all fields in physics. but how ?
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Physics research without knowlegde of chemistry
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English Tests for Students Abroad: TOEFL, IELTS & ECPE
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Suggestions for a beginning researcher.
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From Physics to Engineering Help?
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Programs Is Abstract Algebra Essential for CS Majors in Understanding Cryptography?
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Admissions MIT & WPI Admissions: How Can 15 yr Old Home-Schooler Prepare?
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Should I ask a graduate student for a Letter of Recommendation?
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Preparing for a Master's in Civil Engineering: Tips and Advice
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Schools Best Schools for Undergrad Physics?
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Is Poor Performance in Probability/Statistics an Indication I am Bad at Math?
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Undergrad bored with physics and frustrated about it
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Programs Which Major is Better: Chemistry or Physics?
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Advice for Career Change: Going Back to School
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Which Theoretical Physics Field Should I Choose for My Master's Degree?
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Taking modern algebra, real analysis, and diffeq's
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Business Calculus or Finite Mathematics
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Learn Topology: Get Intro Book Recommendations
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Navigating Research Papers as a Freshman
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Which of Physics and Mechanical Engineering requires math
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Schools Physics PhD or EE Master's for Solid State/Nanoelectronics Industry?
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How to get involved in time travel research?
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Schools Which colleges should I apply to?
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Programs Math courses recommended for electrical engineering major?
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Whats the purpose of fraternities?
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Aerospace or Astrophysics: Which Undergraduate Degree Should You Pursue?
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Prereqs for undergrad Quantum Mechanics
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Programs What can I do with my undergrad Physics degree? I'm freaking out
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Does anyone have an idea for a self-study syllabus?
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Differential Equations or not That is the Question
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Courses Is a 17-Credit Semester with Advanced Math and Science Courses Manageable?
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Schools Grad school to study Quantum Gravity?
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Transfer from UK to US for Undergraduate Physics Degree
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Is an Engineering Studies BA useful?
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Programs Is it worth still majoring in physics even though I failed a core subject?
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Should Freshmen in Chemical Engineering Take Physics with Calc I?
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Programs PhD Timeline: From Bachelor's Degree to Doctoral Completion
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Programs Daily life of a theoretical physics PhD student?
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Will a Break from Calculus I Hurt Me?
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My life is collapsing, I feel like killing myself. PF, me
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Schools Finishing your graduate school application early vs. general GRE score
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Graduate Student: Career Advice, I hate experimental physics
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Unsure if I want to continue with Physics
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When do you learn abount Tensors?
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Schools Rising college freshman, physics major?
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Engineering Physics vs. Honors Physics
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Is There Hope for My GPA After a Rough First Year?
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Courses About a course - Should I take it?
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Dilemma: Majoring in CS or Applied Math?
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Is a Prestigious University Essential for Success in Physical Sciences?
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Worried about organic chemistry?
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Self study plan for understanding nutritional processes
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Physics Lesson for 11th grade in USA
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ME or EE: Which is the Best Career Path for Clean Energy and Electric Vehicles?
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