Hallo folks I'm new (kid on the block).

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The discussion revolves around welcoming a new member to the Physics Forums community, with a light-hearted tone and playful banter among participants. Topics include the atmosphere of the forum, personal introductions, and humorous exchanges about fish and mentors.

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  • One participant expresses enjoyment of the forum's cozy atmosphere and humor, questioning why scientists might hide their age.
  • Another welcomes the new member and inquires about their studies and preferences, particularly regarding fish.
  • Several participants engage in playful banter about being "mad" mathematicians and the nature of humor within the community.
  • There are jokes about the potential dangers of a mentor named Evo, with some participants asking for a suggestion box for complaints.
  • One participant humorously refers to themselves as "Fish," contributing to the light-hearted tone of the discussion.

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The discussion is characterized by a general agreement on the welcoming nature of the forum, but it remains playful and informal without any serious disagreements or settled views.

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Participants engage in humor and light-hearted exchanges, which may obscure more serious discussions typically found in STEM forums.

Who May Find This Useful

New members of online forums, individuals interested in community dynamics, and those looking for a light-hearted introduction to a scientific discussion platform.

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Hi,
I like it here!
This lounge it's cozy.
It's magic too, because it brings out the best out of scientists.
(any mad scientist around? with no sense of humour? :biggrin:)
I looked around and
I have a question for you:

why should a scientist hide his age?

Probably now you can understand why my signature (if I ever learn how to make one) gonnabe
"I wish PF were the place where even if you make a stupid question you get a wise answer"
 
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Hi physicquest! Welcome to PF! :smile:

I'm sure you'll like it here, there are enoug mad mathematicians to discuss things with :biggrin:

What are you studying (or going to study)??

Anyways, do you tend to have a special fondness for fish?? Any favorite fish?? (bigger is better)
 
micromass said:
Any favorite fish?? (bigger is better)

Me !, I am Fish !
 
physicquest said:
Me !, I am Fish !
Uh Oh, get him Micro!

Welcome physicsguest! I know you'll like it here, lots of nice and helpful people.

You might want to choose a small fish, if you get my drift. :-p
 
Evo said:
Welcome physicsg:biggrin:uest! QUOTE]

Not so fast ,mentor.
You might find out :eek: I'm worse than Denis, Kathrina, Escherichia ...
 
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Welcome to PF physicquest. We'll try to make your quest be successful.
 
Evo said:
I know you'll like it here, lots of nice and helpful people.

Hey, and Evo is here too! :biggrin:

(just joking, please don't ban me... again) :redface:

Anyway, back to business:

*slaps physicquest with... uuh... himself!*

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhJQp-q1Y1s
 
micromass said:
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are enoug mad mathematicians:biggrin:

You mean MADHS ? :biggrin:

(*sorry, I haven't learned yet how to multiquote):blushing:
 
micromass said:
Hey, and Evo is here too! :biggrin:
(just joking, please don't ban me... again) :redface:

is Evo dangerous?:shy:
 
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physicquest said:
is Evo dangerous?:shy:

Sorry, Evo, could we have a suggestion box to complain about m(ad)entors with no sense of humour? :biggrin:
 
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No, I know who you are but wanted to finish my coffee simpatico. Wave goodbye.
 
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Evo said:
No, I know who you are but wanted to finish my coffee simpatico. Wave goodbye.
You have pending friend requests from [STRIKE]physicquest[/STRIKE].
:smile: Glad I noticed the strike. :smile:
 

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