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Theory - Particle Physics or Condensed Matter
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Schools To math university students / experienced mathematicians
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REU Project Preparation: Programming Languages and Physics Background
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Calc II needed for Linear Algebra?
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GRE Test: Timing for General & Physics Exams
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Hard for me to say Bye to you-Tears for Physics
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Latest Updates on Mathematics REU Applications
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Programs Urgent: frm elect eng 2 phd physics, any chance?
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Just starting in on higher math, at 30 help
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Advice on getting letter of recommendation
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Awkward Situation in Education: Who's the Boss?
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Which college is best for a rigorous undergraduate physics program?
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Studying Is it better to learn from another student or from a textbook?
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Should I Take Calculus II and III Simultaneously During Summer?
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Balancing Math and Physics: How Do I Plan My Schedule for a Double Major?
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Should You Avoid a Career in Science?
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Admissions Have PhD Admissions Decisions Been Released by U of Maryland, U of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and Syracuse U?
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Is Organic Electronics the Next Big Revolution in Technology?
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Schools High School Guidance - Answers to Math & College Q's
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Importance of Master's in physics
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Schools Concern has to do with transferring colleges
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Second and third semester calculus in one summer.
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Schools Which East Coast Schools Should I Visit for Graduate Math Programs?
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Programs Getting a BS in Math or Physics: Advice for a UC Davis Freshman
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Reservation in educational institutions
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Schools Grad school quality person - Chemistry
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Programs What does it take to go from a BS in chemistry to a PhD
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Choosing a UK University for Maths and Physics: Tej's Experience
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Difficult Skills Easier: Do You Master Trig & Calculus?
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Pass/Fail Grading System: Impact on Job and Grad School Applications
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Ordering/purchasing new seating solutions
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Schools Is Studying Physics at Concordia University Worth It?
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Switching from biology to physics
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What was your co-op/internship pay?
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Burned Out & Stuck: Last 2 Finals in 8 Hours
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Learning Quantum Mechanics: Self-Study Tips for Physics Majors
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Quantum Mechanics Video Lectures: Find Help and Resources for Beginners
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How Can Ambidextrous People Improve Their Drawing Skills in Physics Problems?
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Preparing for Mars: Choosing the Right Program for Astronaut Training
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Are there any high school physics contest questions available in book form?
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Calc 2 Before Physics: Advantages & Disadvantages
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Scholarship offer for Illinois Institute of Tech - take it?
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Choose Between Math, Physics, or Engineering: A Dilemma
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Is it too late to go back to school at 32?
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Choosing an Engineering Field: Job Prospects After Graduation
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What Are Your Opinions on Schaum's Outlines?
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Trig for Calculus-Based Physics: What's Used?
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What are some resources for improving scientific writing skills?
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Schools Is Skipping Calculus I and Going Straight to Calc II a Good Idea?
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Schools Grade 10 Marks Needed for Theoretical Physics Career
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Courses If I want to do cyborg, which courses should I take?
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Schools What are my options for financing college without parental support?
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What kind of program to enter into?
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Can a Computer Science Degree Enhance a Physicist's Computational Skills?
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How much does an internship help?
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Graduate physics program rankings
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International (Dutch) student, second Bachelor in Aerosp. Eng. which school?
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Schools Ghent & Leuven University: Pros & Cons
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Programs Maths degree in less than 3 years?
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If you fail prelims are you screwed?
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Schools Seniors Going to Grad School: Where, What & Summer Plans
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Where Can I Find a List of Professional Organizations in Physics?
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Tracking Money for Physics Grads: Choosing Grad School
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Schools Grad schools in california for physics?
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Schools What Are the Best Alternatives to Cambridge for Studying Mathematics?
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Applied Mechanics Books - Physics & Practical Applications
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How can I improve my efficiency in studying math and physics?
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Is My Lack of Concentration Hindering My Studies?
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Programs How Honest Are Students About Their Major GPA?
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Got the co-op with IBM thanks for the advice all
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What can you do with your summer if you dont get an internship
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The Road to Reality by Roger Penrose: A Physics Book Review
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What Is the Best Path to a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering While Working Full Time?
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Better qualified than your doctor?
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Testing Preparing for AP Exams: How to Ace Them Without Losing Confidence
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Decision Time: CERN or Georgia Tech's Nanotech Program?
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How necessary is it for a ugrad to publish during a summer REU?
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Know Someone with Dual Ph.D.s in Pure Math and Theoretical Physics?
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Masters and Bachelors Simultaneously
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Best (not best ranked) smaller grad programs for physics
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Can a physicist learn his math tools from wikipedia alone?
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Admissions Grad Admissions or Should I Worry?
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Schools Early math education for college
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ETS Revamps Test for Grad School Admission: How Will It Affect You?
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Choose Best Undergrad Physics Program: Rochester vs Texas Austin
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What is the ideal topic progression for studying higher-level physics?
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Admissions Questions regarding GRE and Graduate Admission
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UC Berkeley or Niels Bohr Institute
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Is Struggling in Physics and Optics a Sign I Won't Make It in Engineering?
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Never *really* learned vector analysis, should I self learn?
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Schools Difficult decision - transferring to another university
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Programs Majoring in electrical engineering and having a hard time with physics
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Any MIT undergrads/grads here? looking for research there.
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Glass Ceiling in Science and Engineering
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Please criticize my REU statement of interest
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What Does a Computer Systems Engineer Do and Where Can They Work?
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Is a Thesis Beneficial for Engineering Graduates Entering Industry?
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Building insight on a particular topic
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Theoretical Physics: Is Proving Theorems Essential?
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Choosing Field After Bachelor's in Math Physics - Suggestions?
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