Links for Self-Studying Physics by Nobel Laureate 't Hooft

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a resource for self-studying physics, specifically a website recommended by Nobel Laureate Gerard 't Hooft. Participants express their thoughts on the utility of the site for aspiring theoretical physicists and general physics knowledge.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that the resource is aimed at becoming a theoretical physicist but contains essential knowledge for all physicists.
  • Several participants express enthusiasm and appreciation for the website, highlighting its usefulness for self-study.
  • One participant shares their discovery of the resource through a print version of New Scientist and provides a link to an interview with 't Hooft.
  • A participant mentions the potential interest in MIT courses as additional resources for self-study.
  • A younger participant shares their personal experience of self-studying physics and how the page has guided their learning journey.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the value of the resource for self-study, but there is no formal debate or disagreement noted in the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some contributions reflect personal experiences and opinions about the resource, but there are no detailed discussions on the content or methodology of the website itself.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in self-studying physics, particularly those looking for structured resources or guidance in their learning process.

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He says it is for becoming a theoretical physicist, but it includes lots of stuff that every physicist needs to know.

http://www.phys.uu.nl/~thooft/theorist.html
 
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GREAT site!

Thanks!
 
Thank this is so great. I would love to explore more this website!
 
DUDE THIS IS AWESOME;
where do you get links like this, it would take me 3 hours on google to get a site like this
 
Very interesting. Thank you very much for sharing this!
 
St. Aegis said:
DUDE THIS IS AWESOME;
where do you get links like this, it would take me 3 hours on google to get a site like this

I have to admit I found it in a rather old fashioned way - paper version of the New Scientist a few years ago. Here is a link to the accompanying interview with 't Hooft (sadly only for those who happen to be subscribers to New Scientist): http://space.newscientist.com/article/mg18725151.900

By the way, if you liked this material, you might also be interested in the MIT courses, also here in this forum https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=150759 - now THAT is some hot stuff !
 
Yay! I love this page!

I'm fifteen and I've been self-studying physics for a couple of years now. This page helped me know where to start, what to cover and where to go; I'm glad others can benefit from it, too!
 

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