Which fields in physics are nearly saturated?

In summary, the conversation discusses the process of choosing advanced papers and the importance of identifying hot fields in research. It is mentioned that hot fields can be found in high impact factor journals, but the truly hot topics are not yet published and may appear in the near future. To accurately predict these topics, one must develop their own intuition by continuously reading and preparing publications. This will ultimately lead to finding the best place to conduct research.
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I'm having trouble choosing my advanced papers. So I want to know which fields are saturated and which are the hot ones right now.
 
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Hot fields can be found in high impact factor journals. But really hot fields are not published yet, and may appear in the next weeks! To guess the really hot topics, you would have to build your own intuition. To build it, just keep reading and preparing publications. Then, step by step, you find the place where you can really do something.
 
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Cybertib said:
Hot fields can be found in high impact factor journals. But really hot fields are not published yet, and may appear in the next weeks! To guess the really hot topics, you would have to build your own intuition. To build it, just keep reading and preparing publications. Then, step by step, you find the place where you can really do something.
Thanks a lot.
 

1. What does it mean for a field in physics to be "saturated"?

In physics, a field is considered "saturated" when all possible discoveries or advancements have been made and there are no significant breakthroughs or developments expected in the near future.

2. Which fields in physics are currently considered to be saturated?

The fields in physics that are currently considered to be saturated include classical mechanics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetism. These fields have been extensively studied and have well-established theories and laws that have been rigorously tested.

3. Are there any new developments or breakthroughs expected in these saturated fields?

While these fields may be considered saturated, there are still ongoing research and advancements being made within them. For example, in classical mechanics, there is ongoing research into chaotic systems and nonlinear dynamics. In thermodynamics, there are advancements being made in the study of phase transitions and complex systems.

4. What are some fields in physics that are not yet saturated?

Some fields in physics that are not yet saturated include quantum mechanics, particle physics, and astrophysics. These fields are still relatively new and there is still much to be discovered and understood.

5. Will any fields in physics ever truly be "saturated"?

It is unlikely that any field in physics will ever truly be saturated. As our understanding of the universe and technology continues to advance, there will always be new questions to be explored and new discoveries to be made. What may be considered "saturated" now may not be in the future.

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