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Best Resources to start with for waves and acoustics
- kapilreca
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I haven't heard back yet about my graduate school interview
- profgabs05
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Other HEP-Th vs. HEP-Lat for PhD
- raoadithya
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PhD in theoretical physics and a PhD in Pure Maths at an old age
- billtodd
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Trying to review linear algebra after graduating
- CookieSalesman
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Is this a good self-study program?
- Giovanni04
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Courses Choosing courses for mathematics minor to support my physics major
- Sahan Naveen
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Admissions GPA cutoffs and importance for top physics PhD programs
- Parisi
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Studying Academic Redemption: Bouncing Back After a Year Off Track
- theconfusedphysicist
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Recommendations on research topic for string theory (M-theory)
- Tryti
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2nd BSc or MSc in physics for physics-PhD in top program in USA
- Spaceuser
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Admissions Do I have a shot at top HEP-th programs?
- Laoki
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Looking for Online Calculus-based Physics Courses with Lab Component
- Yslat
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Application to PhD in Physics in the USA
- Safwan
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Other How Can Parents and Teachers Identify a Student's Potential for a Maths Degree?
- ParentUK
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Admissions Why do Colleges Want "Well Rounded" Students?
- YoshiMoshi
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Admissions Should I apply to Physics PhD programs?
- decisivedove
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Other Switching department of my PhD (keeping same supervisor)
- fweddybearslost
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Programs Pros and Cons of Nuclear Engineering
- NullSector
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Studying How much chemistry do I need to know as a theoretical physicist?
- AW3Rgo0l
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Programs Trying to decide what program to study (physics or engineering)
- ENGvsPHY
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Admissions Advice for a radiation therapist moving towards medical physics
- jbaumgartner12
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Can Returning to Academia Reignite a Former Consultant's Passion for Science?
- ateixeira
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Does Halliday & Resnick cover Physics I and II fully?
- Ascendant0
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Other Masters in Physics after working in Engineering
- linnkthwin
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Online Courses for Mechanical design
- berdan
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Admissions How can I get admitted into CalTech?
- intellectual mutant
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Programs Deciding between Groningen and Leipzig
- mih1451
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Admissions How to be a competitive applicant with a low GPA?
- uniquej
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Can pure math skill solve high school physics without physics knowledge?
- user079622
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Studying Springback binders: writability, paper retention and flatness
- user079622
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Graduate School Advice regarding Arvix
- juggernaut5452
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How to evaluate quantum mechanics textbooks and find expert reviews
- Florian Geyer
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Online advanced physics and cosmology courses
- Tommolo
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Schools Why is University of Toronto ranked lower than MIT and Princeton for physics?
- Ege Artan
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Will a D in AP Physics C First Semester Impact My College Acceptances?
- autumnhogan
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How does the education system in the UK work?
- user079622
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Any online courses (like Coursera) recommended for analog electronics?
- PEEE
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Advice for self-studying biophysics after my BSc in Physics
- michelefanti
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Admissions I Need some advice about my physics undergraduate options
- Sahan
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Expressing Neurodivergency Obstacle in Grad School Personal Statements
- TRB8985
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Programs Is a Physics BA a good route for exciting CS/Engineering Work?
- Copar
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Schools Which College Should I Choose for a Career in Fusion System Design?
- TheMysticB
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Initial Academic Exposure by means of books for a curious layperson
- tuxscholar
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Admissions How to prove Physics competency to grad school admission committees?
- abdulhayee
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A commerce student wanting to change field to science
- Misbah Patel
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Admissions Need advice for Low GPA / Good Research / HEPth PhD application
- beatji
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Intro Physics Book Recommendations For a 13 Year Old
- Aki2341
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Studying Can I be a good theorist without a degree in math?
- garra
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Admissions Seeking Feedback on my Physics Personal Statement for Uni Application
- Ronald_James
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Admissions Comments on my physics PhD applicant profile
- thematrix1101
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Applying for a PhD in Physics after a Master's degree
- Hooriah
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Journal selection advice for publishing my papers
- Mainframes
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Studying What Are the Best Steps for Self-Teaching Theoretical Physics?
- Ringo Hendrix
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Other Need advice regarding choosing my master's research project in theoretical physics and applied maths
- Hooriah
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Physics Research as Electrical Engineer
- Frek
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Need resources for self study of tensor analysis and other Physics topics
- MatinSAR
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Admissions Opening the door to an Astrophysics PhD after a 5 year gap
- kranbeari
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Good textbook(s) for self-studying Quantum Physics
- Meow12
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Courses I can't figure out what field I should study
- KittyPaine
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Admissions Is it too late to pursue a career in physics at 32 years old?
- what_is_going_on
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Drawing diagrams in physics is so difficult for me!
- psyche A
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Courses Taking CS intro class after taking more advanced class
- SphericalCow
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Courses Algebra or Calculus based physics to start with?
- Zagreus
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Other Recommended work for an undergrad (internships, research, etc.)
- f3sicA_A
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Asking for perspectives on my grade appeal
- StemIsLife
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Admissions DOE CCI internship: does project area priority affect acceptance at ORNL?
- Hopper_18
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Other Should I memorize the source of formulas or just understand it?
- Mustave Ashab Behon
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Admissions How Can I Overcome Limited Research Experience for Grad School in Physics?
- TheGoobermensch
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Programs Can a pure maths PhD in ergodic theory transition to mathematical physics research?
- mathguy_1995
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What and how to study for a pure maths education at university?
- Garvett
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Where can I study this type of problem? (fluid dynamics)
- Noob of the Maths
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Admissions Can I get away with retaking E&M, even if I got a B?
- theoryboi
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Admissions Reviewing my statement of purpose for high energy physics PhD applications
- AditiShahani
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APPC Mech MCQ Review: Find Past Exam Questions for Final Prep
- sightread1
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Admissions What REU's to apply to with a mediocre GPA?
- juulpodzz
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Admissions Is it harder to get into a top US PhD Program with a German Master's degree?
- warhammer
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Courses Masters in Civil Engineering with a Bachelor in general engineering
- abdelgo
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BS in Nuclear Medicine or Nuclear Technology --> MS in Nuclear Engineering?
- Binura Chathumina
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Final year course selection for defense and rocket engineering
- nagaoka7
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Other What are areas of research that pertain to Grand Unified Theory?
- wyattbohr
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Admissions Questions Regarding Returning to College After Layoff
- Ascendant0
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Other First post since 2009. I've learned a lot. Where to go from here?
- daytripper
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How Can a High School Student Improve Their AP Physics 1 Grade?
- thaPhysicsPerson
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Other Long-term challenging physics project for high school
- helloooooworld
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Recommendation for project related to thermodynamics
- MatinSAR
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How to develop intuition for PDE solution methods like separation of variables
- Philip551
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Admissions Curious about my grad school prospects
- feso
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Hi! I'm doing BSc.(Honors) Physics Degree in Sri Lanka ( USJP). SayHi☺
- Binura Chathumina
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Requesting advice on astrobiology/planetary science career path and classes
- simba
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What are the best universities for a theoretical particle physics MSc?
- deuteron
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Learning physics from scratch with large knowledge gaps
- khrypchenkoa
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Studying High-Functioning Autistic Adult - how to find graduate tutors?
- DraxDomax
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Testing Is my PGRE score worth sending out?
- electricsheep420
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Is it possible to switch from physics to maths after undergrad?
- confusedandroid
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Studying Chemistry or physics - which one is more suitable for self-studying?
- SvenFromSkyrim
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Studying Self-study plan for signal processing and RF electronics
- transhuman_autonomy
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Learning a new topic in graduate school classes in Physics
- JorgeA22
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Schools Particle Physics Instrumentation Research: which UK university?
- CzTee96
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