Career in research about antimatter

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around pursuing a career in research related to antimatter, particularly from the perspective of a high school student seeking guidance on educational pathways and preparatory steps. The scope includes advice on academic majors and preparatory subjects relevant to a future in physics research.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire to pursue a career in antimatter research while still in high school.
  • Another participant suggests majoring in physics in college as a necessary step for this career path.
  • A third participant recommends studying introductory college physics in advance while still in high school.
  • Further advice includes taking a strong college preparatory course load with a focus on math, physics, chemistry, and developing writing and speaking skills.
  • A participant references a specific thread for additional general advice on becoming a physicist.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of majoring in physics and taking relevant preparatory courses, though specific pathways and additional subjects are discussed without a consensus on the best approach.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about the educational system and the relevance of subjects like chemistry and writing skills are present but not explicitly detailed. The discussion does not resolve the best preparatory steps for a career in antimatter research.

Who May Find This Useful

High school students interested in physics and research careers, particularly those focused on antimatter or related fields.

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i wat to pursue a career in research about antimatter. i am in second year of high school.
 
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Um, major in physics when you get to college? Seriously there's not much you can do when you're in high school except perhaps studying introductory college physics in advance.
 
lizzie said:
i wat to pursue a career in research about antimatter. i am in second year of high school.

Hey that's great to hear! ZapperZ has a thread ("So You Want To Be A Physicist") - you can probably find some good general advice there.
 
i can't understand u(oedipa maas)
 
i want to know what i should study after my high school
 
He means to say read this:
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=51406
 
Physics major would be the way to go for that. In the mean time - take a strong college prep load. Big focus on math, take physics if it's offered, other sciences and especially chemistry can help you develop good skills and ways of thinking that will help you have an easier time later. Writing and speaking skills are very important and often overlooked.
 

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