Science journals (QM and physics )

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around finding reputable journals focused on quantum mechanics (QM) and physics that are accessible in the UK. Participants explore the nature of "good" journals and the types of publications available, emphasizing the need for serious academic content rather than popular science magazines.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses difficulty in locating quality journals on QM and physics that are available for purchase in the UK, specifically seeking serious publications with formulas and equations.
  • Another participant suggests that the definition of "good" and "journal" is subjective and notes the existence of well-respected peer-reviewed journals that publish research, implying that popular magazines may not meet the same standards.
  • A further response lists several reputable publishers in the UK, including the Royal Society and the Institute of Physics, and mentions that individual subscriptions can be expensive or limited to institutional access.
  • Another participant recommends specific journals, such as the American Physical Society's publication and arXiv, highlighting their relevance to current issues in quantum physics and their accessibility for readers.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that there are reputable journals available, but there is no consensus on what constitutes a "good" journal or how accessible these publications are for individual readers.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects varying definitions of quality in academic journals and the challenges of accessing serious scientific literature without institutional support. Limitations regarding the affordability and availability of individual subscriptions are noted.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for individuals seeking to engage with serious academic literature in quantum mechanics and physics, particularly those in the UK looking for accessible journal options.

moriheru
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I seemingly (probably because I am to stupid to) can't find any good journals on QM and physics that one can by every month (or year?) in the UK. I am not talking about the commercial astronomy or science "fun" magazines but serius QM,mathematics or physics with formuals and equations. Any recommendations are very welcome. Thanks for any help.
 
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You need to define "good", and, for that matter, "journal".
There are plenty of well respected peer-review journals who publish research.
You are unlikely to approach that quality with anything you may be able to order from your newsagent.
 
moriheru said:
I seemingly (probably because I am to stupid to) can't find any good journals on QM and physics that one can by every month (or year?) in the UK. I am not talking about the commercial astronomy or science "fun" magazines but serius QM,mathematics or physics with formuals and equations. Any recommendations are very welcome. Thanks for any help.

There are no end of peer-reviewed journals published in the UK. Relevant journals are published by the Royal Society, the Institute of Physics (including the open-access New Journal of Physics), Cambridge University Press, Oxford University Press, and other publishers.

Individual subscriptions to these do not come cheap, if they are available at all. The usual method is either to be a member of an institution which has a subscription or to purchase individual papers whose abstracts appear relevant to your interests.
 
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Hi, apart from what you answered "pasmith" I recommend this journal magazine:

http://physics.aps.org/

It is perhaps something you're looking for, Quantum Physics matters as applied to current issues. In my humble opinion, is a good reference for understanding quantum physics from real situations.

You can also check

http://arxiv.org/

Current issues and reviews of quantum physics. Very convenient for what you're looking for. In general there are not many journal mgazines that publish actual quantum issues because most magazines publish issues "unpublished" or "new" results. I hope you find it helpful. Greetings.
 

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