If I were Garrett Lisi, I'd postdoc at Nottingham

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The discussion revolves around the ideal postdoctoral opportunities for physicist Garrett Lisi, emphasizing the cultural expectation for scholars to retreat into quiet environments for focused research. Nottingham is favored for its supportive academic community, particularly under John Barrett's guidance, while other options like Perimeter and Penn State are also considered. Participants express varying opinions on the suitability of different locations, balancing personal preferences with academic potential. The conversation highlights the tension between the need for a conducive research atmosphere and the distractions of social life. Ultimately, the thread reflects on the importance of finding the right environment to foster innovative theoretical work in physics.

If you were in Garrett's shoes where would you go?

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  • #31
Well, I don't think that Dr Lisi would put up with the British weather. But that aside, can I suggest Liverpool University.

The high energy physics department comprises some brilliant experimentalists. To search for the monopole, one has to consider something amazing.

By all accounts, Garrett is an amazing theorist, who would complement this group
 
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  • #32
I liked living in Nottingham.. both the campus and city were nice. I don't like big cities, Nottingham is just the right size. And they have a lake on campus.. with boats. Fun.
That said, Christchurch is lovely too :-)
As for the actual academic side, ah well it's up to him isn't it..