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Studying Trying to Understand Rotational Motion
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What languages would you suggest for Biology (beyond English)?
  • Sonira
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Schools How to check school ranking by field?
  • Opus_723
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Programs Beginning physics degree 6 years after HS studies....tips?
  • Newtons Blue Dog
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Schools Research positions outside home university
  • Alyssa P
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Cosmologists: Share Degrees, PhDs & Rivalries
  • CosmicDream
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Programs If math and physics research had a baby....
  • ExplosivePete
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Programs Is it possible to get a PhD degree if you publish a good paper ?
  • meyol99
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What Are Some Practice Problems for Understanding Quantum Mechanics?
  • physicist 53
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Programs Dilemma of pursuing only one major
  • CivilSigma
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Schools Number of Atomic, molecular and optical (AMO) Physics Departments?
  • Mark Wolter
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What are some creative and interesting BSc Physics level 2 project ideas?
  • Jadaav
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Programs Is it worth it to get a second Bachelor's in Engineering?
  • The_Inventor
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Testing I understand the physics but struggle with the math on tests
  • BearShark
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Courses 48 yr old wanting to learn physics
  • Mark Childerley
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Studying Need help finding an ok sleep schedule while in school
  • victorhugo
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Schools Which of these 4 colleges has better a better physics program?
  • risp
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Schools Universities to recommend for online math/physics courses?
  • UsableThought
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Courses Intro to Differential Geometry or in-depth PDE Course?
  • BillyBones
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Help Ted Decide on a Career Path: Seeking Advice from Experienced Professionals
  • Ted7
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Thoughts on rejecting a program after their deadline
  • TheCanadian
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Journal of Physics: Submit Research Paper on Braneworld
  • PeteSampras
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Admissions How much does not having my first term senior grades matter?
  • vancouver_water
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Other I need recommendations for an interesting Senior Project.
  • AMuonParticle
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Understanding physics without lab work
  • alex77
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Schools Ok to apply for two phds from the same university?
  • binbagsss
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Schools What University offers an online master degree?
  • CARLOS VELASQUEZ
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Schools Please can i get feedback on appeal letter
  • hunter101
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Where do I start with quantum physics?
  • IDK10
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Schools Grad School Interview: Preparing for International University Visit
  • ygglol
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When is the Best Time to Prepare for the GRE?
  • Rev
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I want to know about Computer Network Engineering certification programs
  • ABHISHEK SINGHAL
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Admissions Yes, another post about theoretical physics
  • member 545369
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Studying Is it normal to be a dunce in some areas of physics?
  • TomServo
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Courses Should I take General Relativity?
  • rockyleg
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Programs Not sure which science major to study
  • Mulz
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Should I retake pre-calc before calculus 1
  • Kiyo15
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Interested in Brain Computer Interfacing
  • Kunal Aggarwal
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Studying Understanding Linear Momentum - Resources for Undergrad Freshmen
  • Arman777
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Mechanical Engineer vs. Computer Engineer
  • Randy Johnson
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Other General Question About Self-Teaching
  • Atom1
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Schools How to search for the best Theoretical Physics Schools
  • jamalkoiyess
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Programs Major change of mind about my Major....
  • Maple Leaf
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Schools University Physics without high school preparation
  • Justin Huang
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Programs Which engineering/science uses this the most?
  • zachdr1
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Should I Take Advanced Electricity and Magnetism for Quantum Computing Research?
  • TheRealShah777
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Programs Official CS Minor vs. Just Taking CS Courses?
  • Notorious QED
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Improve Physics Concepts: Learn the Method
  • Imtiaz Ahmad
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High temperature Superconductors: Cuprates
  • gonadas91
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Studying What Are the Best Resources for a 16-Year-Old to Study Higher Math?
  • EnergyDust
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Other A in Discrete Math 1, Lost in Discrete 2.
  • Of Mike and Men
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Programs Can you earn a Physics degree while in the military?
  • Zeppelin34
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Programs Prospects for Mech/Aero Engineering
  • Jessewhallon
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Courses Help me to determine the better course
  • HyperTechno
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Studying What's my level of physics according to the textbook?
  • Arman777
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Computer Engineering vs Computer Systems Engineering
  • mharten1
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Schools Technical drawing and aerospace engineering?
  • physics user1
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Experience with Late SULI Letter of Recommendation?
  • jennys
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Programs Ideal Undergrad Preparation for Biophysics Ph.D.
  • traviata
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Admissions What should I wear to my PhD interview?
  • smileandbehappy
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Admissions How does one find a great Graduate advisor to work with?
  • RJLiberator
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Other Graduate Research topic involving QFT and General Relativity
  • leo.
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Programs Areas of research in Medical Physics
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Schools Can I Get Into Grad School Despite My Low GPA and Age?
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Courses Can I catch up on physics 1 & 2 in 3 months?
  • drcne
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Studying What to do After a BS in Software Engineering?
  • Junaid Shahid
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Courses Mathematics in Physics vs Business/Econs
  • WWCY
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Schools Is Virginia Tech a Strong Choice for Aspiring Astrophysics and Cosmology Majors?
  • drcne
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Studying A good site to download free engineering journals?
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Distance Learning HNC at Teesside Uni - Connecting Students
  • Ianlamb
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Courses Change of plans: from CS to Physics?
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I'm thinking about 2nd Ph.D. for particle physics
  • goodphy
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Programs Is BSc in Mathematics and Physics a waste of time?
  • sunnydarling
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Other Is passion enough to succeed in university physics and astronomy?
  • starstruck_
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Programs Mechanical Engineering or CS Degree
  • zachdr1
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Courses Studying a nuclear engineering topic without a teacher?
  • madhisoka
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Studying Studying Physics or Mathematics content first?
  • Liam Lau
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Schools PhD in theoretical physics at “prestigious” university
  • Hypercube
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Programs Can I do graduate degree in Physics after undergrad in econo
  • AYKANITY
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Courses When is it worthwhile to retake a class?
  • Nova9
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Other What are the problem solving skills you gain from.... (Physics vs. Engineering)
  • zachdr1
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Programs Structural/Geotechnical or Water Resource Specialization (Civil Engineering)
  • CivilSigma
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Testing Preparing for Physics Preliminary Exams & Retaking PGRE
  • neosoul
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Basic mechanical engineering learning
  • Lucas Martins
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Courses Are Advanced Physics Courses in High School Beneficial for Getting into MIT?
  • Isaac0427
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Other Maximizing Opportunities: The Impact of REUs on Undergraduate Research Success
  • Mgkov18
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Other How can I do an internship? What alternatives are there?
  • obstinatus
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Schools Applied Math or Physics graduate school?
  • txr534
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Programs I would like some advice before switching to a math major
  • Vitani11
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Courses Particle physics vs engineering (advice is much appreciated)
  • Rabu001
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Schools Help -- Suggestions please for preparing for university physics
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Admissions How important is my final transcript
  • Biscuit
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Why is General Relativity not a requirement for scientific education?
  • FallenApple
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Schools What should I focus on to excel in university physics?
  • ELHPhysics
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Help: Physics vs Engineering Physics vs EE / ME
  • CrazyNeutrino
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Programs Majoring in Statistics: Seeking Advice
  • bm1125
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Studying Would I become a mathematician if I finished this textbook?
  • knockout_artist
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Courses How difficult is graduate statistical mechanics?
  • AstroK
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Courses Not really sure how many classes to take....
  • Vitani11
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Other Math and Electrical engineering
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