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Mathematical prerequisites for General Relativity
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Studying Struggling a lot with physics -- no problems with math
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What students know: School is all about signaling (sad)
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Other Senior Quantum Mechanics Research Project
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Courses Can a background in computer science lead to a career in astronomy or physics?
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Other Senior research physics idea help
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Programs Physics vs Astrophysics: Seeking Guidance for Major Switch
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Programs Undecided on the last unit of my math major
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Programs Scientific papers that made major contributions
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A quick question regarding undergraduate research
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Programs Physics? Engineering? Buisness? Philosphy?
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Kaon Physics: CP Violation and Hadronic Matrix Elements
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Admissions Help applying to college that teaches astronomy
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Programs BS Math to PhD Astrophysics, need MS Astrophysics or not?
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Programs Returning to Physics After 4 Years: Should I Refresh or Push On?
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Studying How can I effectively study physics after being out of school for a while?
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Best way to learn control theory for mechanical engineers
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Studying Theoretical physics self-study curriculum
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Contest: Educational experience account (win a book) 1/24-2/7
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Studying Teaching myself math with Khan Academy.... Advice?
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Other Restoring Curiosity: Learning Math Beyond Grades & Money
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Which courses before GR and QFT?
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Schools Take AP Physics C & 2? Senior Year Help
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The benefit of having Bachelor of Arts and Sci both
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Programs PhD programs -- I’m interested in both astrophysics and AMO physics
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Timeline for Earning a Ph.D in Theoretical Particle Physics
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How quantum physics is understood?
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Where to start with Theoretical Physics?
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What Does It Take to Start a Career in Theoretical Physics?
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Want to learn about string theory
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Studying Am I Doing Good? A Junior College Physics Aspirant
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Admissions Switch to Different Subfield for Physics PhD: Is it Acceptable?
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Testing What Are Good Topics for a Non-Experimental Physics Research Project?
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Schools Advice on shopping for Physics Graduate Schools
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Other Doing my PhD in a multidisciplinary project -- I need advice please
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Courses Physics then Engineering or Engineering then Physics?
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Self Taught Student Seeks Professional Advice
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Schools Has anyone obtained a MSc from Imperial College?
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Programs Need advice on what to do about my master's degree
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Can Public Libraries Offer Unique Information Not Found Online?
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What physics videos should I watch?
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Admissions Applying to REUs as a community college student -- Advice?
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Get Expert Calc Based Physics Help: From Basics to Challenging Problems"
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Programs Should I Major in CS or Math Given My Career Goals and Credit Limit?
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Schools Will I still be able to get into a college for undergrad?
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Schools Do Engineering School Rankings Affect Grad School Applications?
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Schools Where should I do my physics course from?
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How can I prepare for Physics Olympiad 2018 in the best way?
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Courses What type of courses/ education do I need for this project?
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Are People Realizing That Science And Math Is Our Future?
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Other Is it possible to change fields mid-project without damaging relationships?
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Programs Should I become a high school science and engineering teacher?
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Studying I hate maths but I love physics, What should I study?
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How Much of Engineering Involves Hands-On Work?
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Studying Getting railroaded by my two math classes -- ISO advice
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Programs Physics Minor - Course Selection for ME
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Studying Scholarships for international Undergraduate students
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Researching & Publishing a Physics Paper as an Undergraduate
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Programs High overall Rank school with a low physics rank
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Admissions Wanting To Get Into That Top School? Read This
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Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering for Aerospace?
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Admissions What is an informal interview? (for a graduate program in the U.K.)
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Have you had a similar workload?
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Programs Choosing the Best Major for My Passion: Astro/Physics, Computer Science, or AI?
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Going back to school for Mechanical Engineering
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Schools Colorado Boulder physics undergrad
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Programs Should I Pursue a Double Major in Math and Physics?
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Improve Your Physics Skills: Tips for Year 9 Students
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Schools Dealing with stress in college, my situation....
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Studying How Can I Improve My Physics Study Methods at University?
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Programs Which subfield of physics should I choose?
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Programs Academic/Career Crossroads: Teacher to ME to Naval Flight officer....
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Tips for someone looking to study MechEngr
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Which physics class should I take first?
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Programs Finish the ME program (BS) or switch to a BA in mathematics?
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Courses What courses of the following are the best for my field?
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Programs Chemical Engineering vs. Electrical Engineering Major
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Courses Molecular nanotechnology and programmable matter
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Programs I need some life advice about possibly changing my major.
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Maths Difficult for me (self studying)
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What Are Some Good Ideas for a Senior Project in Nuclear Physics?
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Schools How to allocate time/how to prep for grad school
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Programs Sophomore Torn Between Two REUs for Summer
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Is Re-Learning Calculus Necessary for Future Mathematical Studies?
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Guidelines so that I can get started with Reactor physics?
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Studying How to be the best physicist you can be
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Chemical Physics to Mathematical Physics -- Early Confusion
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Most effective method to self-learn a new mathematical topic and or concept?
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Schools String theory school recommendation: UC Davis, UIUC or other
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Admissions Accepted at Caltech - what should I do to be best prepared?
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Netiquette Core Rules: Taking Analytics Modeling Course from Georgia Tech
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Studying Maths in Physics Teaching Websites?
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Schools General education requirements in University- How much is too much?
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Other How Can an Undergrad Find a Mathematical Physics Research Project?
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Courses Is astrophysics a prerequisite to study cosmology?
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Courses Taking Grad Courses without getting a BA in Physics?
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How to get into Harvard, MIT or Princeton from India?
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Admissions Issues with undergrad GPA, Masters Applications
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Programs Importance of ABET in Mechatronics BS
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Admissions Should I study physics if I didn't do well in HS maths?
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