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Conducting an independant research project
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Concerns of a Math Major: Will a B+ in Topology Impact My Graduate School Apps?
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Chem. Engineering Undergrad, Physics Grad Possibility
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General Chemistry II - What to Know?
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Schools How do universities work - Places and attendance
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Undergraduate Research in Theory, what fields are feasible?
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Studying Learning Physics Without a Course: Self-Study from Books
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Programs Where could i go after bachelor's degree
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Schools Is grad school a better experience?
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Programs Is a Ph.D in Optical Communication a Good Career Move Without a Master's Degree?
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Is Berkley as competitive to get into as Yale or UCLA
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Testing Luck and pure math exams vs. applied math exams
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Schools Opinion about the University of Missouri - Columbia?
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Schools How can someone do well at a University if they repeat classes at 2 yr college
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Studying Is Studying Abroad More Expensive Than Studying in the U.S.?
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Schools Harvard and which other schools rarely if ever accept transfer students
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Newbie to Forum/Physics: Get Started for NASA Job
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Studying Do all math books for a particular course cover the same topics
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Schools Physics at the University of California
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Schools How should newly admitted grad student prepare for grad school?
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Courses What courses should I have taken before Numerical Methods?
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Schools Graduate School: Defiency Courses
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Which Path for Neuroscience: Med School or Medical Physics?
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What Is the Best Book for Aspiring Physicists to Learn Computer Science?
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Academic Guidance Question- Getting Started
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In need of academic guidance mathwise
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What Are the Experiences of Older Physics Students in Academia?
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Schools Masters degree and PhD restrictions for a specific college degree.
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Schools Which Canadian University to do an undergrad in physics?
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Programs Choosing major program (undergrad)
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Find "P. Erdős and R.J. Wilson, On the Chromatic Index" Paper
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Having trouble deciding between CFD and physics
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Job Prospects for Theoretical Condensed Matter
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Where to Begin with Computer Science for a Physics Major?
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Theoretical physicist? mathematician? mathematical physicist?
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How can I refresh my memory of physics before starting my master's program?
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Advice need - Photonics - Telecoms or High power lasers and systems ?
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Programs Bio major-calculus vs. linear algebra
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Bad GPA, but want to work as a lab technician
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Finding the Right Grad School for Materials Science/EE: Advice Needed
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How to find a grad program by area of interest (math)
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What Mathematical Concepts Underlie String Theory and Poincaré's Conjecture?
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Schools Undergrad transfer to a school i am interested in for grad school
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Where to study Physics in Europe?
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Schools Masters at current university, and then somewhere else for PhD
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Should I get my masters in Computer Engineering?
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Programs Phd Physics / Working in industry
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Programs Want to major in some form of engineering
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Why is that hard to become a professor?
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Self-Study Set Theory for Grad Algebra Prereqs
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What is the most efficient way to gain mathematical insight?
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Optimizing Letter of Recommendation: Tips for College Applications
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BA in EE or Physics: Get Clarification on Job Prospects
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If I want to design UAVs (predator drones) what should I study in school?
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Schools Second Chance at Intro College Physics: Can I Make It?
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Schools Question about classes at 2 year college vs. university level courses
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Studying What Are the Best Tips and Books for Improving Your Math Study Habits?
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Schools How long does it take you to adjust to grad school?
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Calculus I: Is it possible to teach myself over winter break?
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Top SUNY Schools for Physics: Which One Reigns Supreme?
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Schools Why would a 2 year college put on their website that engineering students may not
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Schools Do grad schools look at your last semester?
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Is a string theory science project feasible in highschool?
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Amount of math in materials science/engineering?
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How Do You Begin Your Journey to Becoming an Astronomer?
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Are My Grad School Hopes for UW-Madison Unrealistic?
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Studying Is an Applied Math Degree the Key to Improving Your Understanding of Physics?
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How many hours should i take next semester?
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No JEST(Joint Entrance Screening Test) for 2010?
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I have a question about first-year Calculus
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Engineering Physics Course: Job & Research Opportunities
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Self-Teaching Physical Chemistry for Grad School
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Are your chances of working with Astrophysics/Astronomy diminished if
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Where Can I Find Free Physics/Math Audio Content for my iPod?
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What math classes should I take?
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Schools Can a 13-Year-Old Plan Their Physics and Math College Path Effectively?
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A Ph.D in Mathematics is the most difficult to achieve?
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Courses Does Retaking a Course Affect My Transcript and GPA?
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Need advice : My advisor hates me but I need his LoR
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Schools First Year, College or University. Also a question about if Chemistry is needed
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Am I a physicist? (switched from engineering to physics, experiencing doubts)
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Schools Where should I apply for undergraduate physics programs in the US?
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Schools Theoretical Physics Program: GPA Requirements & Chances of Acceptance
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Am I taking on too much with my next semester schedule?
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What do you think of the rest of my schedule?
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Anybody can help i need a topic in theoretical physics .?
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How do you organize your references?
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How Can I Apply to Cambridge or Oxford from Canada?
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Long term drawbacks to undergrad research?
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Programs Is being good at programming necessary for comp sci major?
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Schools Is Transferring Engineering Majors from 2-Year Colleges More Time-Consuming?
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Schools What 4 year colleges are there in california where you can study engineering at
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Average GCSE's/top A levels? What are my chances at top Uni?
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Schools Upcoming deadline for college registrations-
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Electrical Engineering + Computer Engineering
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Advise on how to study (and catch up) in Classical Mechanics
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Testing Prepare For Standardized Tests: Clarity & Fluidity Tips
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Next Semester's Schedule: Double Majoring in Math and Physics - Tips and Advice
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Best foreign language to study for differential geometry?
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Learn Calculus Basics: Videos for Beginners
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