What Are Some Research Ideas in Theoretical Physics for Graduate Students?

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The discussion centers on a graduate student's search for research project ideas in theoretical physics, specifically in atomic or high-energy particle physics. The student notes a lack of close connection with their advisor, who has only suggested completing a research paper from any chosen course. Participants recommend exploring the Wikipedia article "Unsolved Problems in Physics" for inspiration, indicating that it could provide valuable topics for research. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by students in different educational systems regarding advisor support and guidance in selecting research topics.
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Hi, can someone give my idea about my research project topic from theoretical physics. It's desirable that it has something with atomic or high energy particle physics, but it's not big problem if topic is from some different part of physics. I'm graduate student of physics.
 
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What does your advisor say?
 
Vanadium 50 said:
What does your advisor say?

I'm from Croatia, and our system is a bit different than in US, we aren't that closely connected with our advisors. My advisor had just told me that I have to do a research paper from any course I chose (from my year).
 
anyone?
 
Wikipedia has an Article "Unsolved Problems in Physics" go there.
 

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