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The discussion highlights the growing fields within physics, particularly emphasizing elementary particle physics, which is recognized as a vast area with significant ongoing research. Interest in nuclear and subatomic physics is also noted, with a focus on identifying fields that will present ample opportunities in the near future. Applied physics, especially with industrial applications, is mentioned as a promising area, along with condensed matter physics, which is currently thriving. Overall, there is a strong interest in fields that combine theoretical research with practical applications, indicating a trend towards interdisciplinary approaches in physics.
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I am curious as to what fields within the physics realm are going to be growing in the coming years. I am very interested in elementary particle physics but it seems to be a huge field with a lot of people already engaged in a wide variety of research under this topic. I also have an interest in nuclear and subatomic physics and was wondering which fields look like they will have a lot of opportunities in the near future.
 
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Applied physics with industrial applications.
 
Condensed matter physics is doing quite well.
 

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