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    Electron-Muon Scattering Cross Section

    Samalkhaiat, Thank you for that reply. It is much clearer to me know how to obtain the scattering amplitude. I was scratching my head trying to figure out the implication in the other direction. The text was somewhat unclear in this regard. Boltzman1969
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    Electron-Muon Scattering Cross Section

    Hi, I am self-teaching Quantum Elctrodynamics, and have come across something which I do not understand. I would appreciate feedback from anyone on this specific issue from Atchison & Hey, "Guage Theories in Particle Physics" pg 238-239: In calculating the u-channel electron-muon...
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    Differential Geometry for General Relativity and Yang-Mills Theories

    I have been teaching myself QFT and General Relativity. The mathematics of those fields is daunting, and I find that what I have come across is very difficult to master. Of course it will take work, but can someone recommend a good text for self-leaning differential geometry with application...
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    Is Age a Barrier for Pursuing a PhD in Physics?

    mpresic, Thanks for your feedback. I am aware of the challenges facing me due to my age, but I am not daunted by them. I am curious to know, however, if you regret the experience (it sounds like you might).
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    Is Age a Barrier for Pursuing a PhD in Physics?

    Thanks for that reply. It was so much more...imperitive than what I was expecting.
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    Is Age a Barrier for Pursuing a PhD in Physics?

    Thank you for that feedback. It is reassuring to know that others have pursued a PhD in physics when they have been older. I hope that my experience and commitment will be viewed as assets rather than hindrences. I know much more now than when I was younger what I want and how to go...
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    Is Age a Barrier for Pursuing a PhD in Physics?

    I am 44 and want to get my PhD in Physics. I am not really concerned about my ability or love of physics, but I am somewhat concerned that there may be a bias against me in the admission process because of my age. There is the fact that much of my formal mathematical and physical...
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