students Definition and 523 Threads

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    Laptop for students recommendations

    Hi,there,i am a student, i want to buy a laptop by myself,only use for surfing ,movies,music and so on.I have no enough money, my budget is better within $500 bucks.DO u have a good recommendations? My friend suggested me go for...
  2. J

    Schools Science programs for high school students

    Hello everyone I was wondering if anyone has heard of these programs in California: Summer Science Program (near Westmount), Young Engineering and Science Scolars (caltech), young scholars program (uc davis), and ucsb summer research mentorship program. How difficult is admittance...
  3. A

    Book Recommendations & Reviews Forum: A Resource for Students

    I did not see a forum for book recommendations or reviews. Would be helpful for the student in me.
  4. K

    Did Mr. Newton/Einstein ever take on students?

    If they did, could we track them and see if they further made more students and those people made more students and etc.. (if somebody has a word for what I'm trying to say, please help me)
  5. A

    Electronic Analog Computation for Sixth Form Students: A Project Guide

    Hello, I am a sixth form student studying physics and I am planning on doing a project on electronic analog computation and I am stuck as to where I should begin to learn how such a system solves problems (without delving too much into too many details). I have limited knowledge on electronics...
  6. PrincePhoenix

    Study Tips for High School Students

    I am just wandering how everyone studies or what good study methods are. My father tells me to read the topics the night before the lecture, then listen to the lecture carefully and then study the topic again after coming home on that day. (I'm in first year of Higher secondary school, K-11...
  7. J

    Free Access to Online Physics Journals for Students?

    I am a student from a third-world country. How can I access the APS and other online journals? In my country most students don't have a .edu email address. Any idea where I can access such kind of valuable knowledge? Also, I have seen that most of the reasearch papers are locked behind a...
  8. M

    Summer Math/Physics Study Ideas for Advanced Students

    Hello! Is there a good math or physics topic for me to study and learn this summer? I have already taken freshman physics 1 and 2 (basic mechanics and electromagnetism) Calc 1&2, and Diff Eq. In the fall, Ill be taking Calc 3, Intermediate Physics, and Advanced Mechanics, so is there something...
  9. G

    What resources are available for computer science students?

    I think many of you guys here study at a faculty specialized in computer science so here are some online video courses and other useful links that might help you with your studies: http://gunner2bad.wordpress.com/2010/03/29/for-computer-science-students/
  10. D

    Best of Physics Forums : If I were to advice my students to use Physics Forums

    I know there's already a thread named "Best of Physics Forums General Discussion." this is different. I am going to be teaching a class of 40 from next week for a month and I wanted to give them some reason to stop being lazy and use the net for good returns. Below I have listed some good...
  11. K

    Courses How many math courses do math students take every semester on average?

    As the title says. =) I still have one more year to go and then get into a math program but I'm wondering, Do most math students at the undergraduate level take 4 courses on math per semester or is it 3? This can be divided in 1st second third and 4th year.
  12. T

    Starting My Career as a Physicist - Advice for High School Students

    I am just entering high school and have been dreaming of a scientist life forever. I have a huge interest in science and astronomy ( I am kind of a trekkie). I am wondering what advice i can get on starting my carrer as a physicist. P.S Just because i said i was a trekkie don't get the...
  13. Pengwuino

    Website for the hilarious things students submit?

    The name says it all, does anyone know any websites where people submit just the most god awful things students have made? I have a great one that needs to be made public!
  14. B

    UC Berkeley students asked to submit DNA samples

    UC Berkeley students asked to submit DNA samples. Read more in the NewScientist article: http://www.newscientist.com/blogs/shortsharpscience/2010/05/berkeley-student-dna-test.html George Annas at Boston University told the Times: Isn't it a bit creepy? 21st century Big Brother?
  15. C

    Summer Opportunities for Undergrad Physics Students: African American Edition

    Hi. So I'm currently an undergrad sophomore about to end the school year. I haven't got much research so far in physics (I only recently started a once a week Monte Carlo research with a professor). I'm wondering if there are ANY summer programs/internships/experience I could do? Or have I...
  16. S

    How to introduce Game Theory to HS students without boring them

    I am to give a short presentation to high school students about game theory. How can I make it as to not make it boring for them? I don't think I'm going to use much mathematics because I doubt at their level that they're going to understand it that much if I delve too deep into the mathematics.
  17. S

    Self-Help Books for Students: Unlock Your Potential!

    Can anyone suggest me self help books for students which inspire me, motivate me and help me to manage my student life better. Thank you.
  18. rhody

    Attention, Students Naps boost memory, but only if you dream

    By Denise Mann, Health.com April 22, 2010 12:56 p.m. EDT With finals coming up for many, I wish I was aware of this when in college. If you try it, and it really helps, (I don't know how you make yourself dream) please report back. Rhody... Edit: MATH_IS_HARD reported a similar...
  19. B

    Students were testing their hearing range

    In an experiment, students were testing their hearing range and found that it averaged about 25 Hz to 18 000 Hz. What are the wavelengths of sound waves producing these frequencies in air where the speed of sound is 343 m/s? Would I use the formula wavelength= velocity/ frequency...
  20. O

    Career in NASA for International students

    Hey all..what are the career options for international students/expereinced persons in NASA... wish to join this premier organisation...i hve done masters in physics and a thesis on nuclear physics as well..after tht now i have a expereince of 2 years as a software engineer in an IT company...
  21. A

    Are College Students Today Lacking Enthusiasm?

    I am a college kid. I'm currently in a community college, having the time of my life. I've submitted a transfer application to Texas A&M, so pray to the Spaghetti Monster that I get in. Anyway, I just can't help but complain about the sorry state of college kids. What the hell is wrong with...
  22. Pengwuino

    Wow, I pitty (don't pitty) my students

    So one of my labs I teach at my university this semester is an elementary astronomy course. The course is suppose to be a fun version of a physics course, for general education and all that. About every week, there is a quiz. Last week's lab was on exponential growth/decay and in the lecture I...
  23. M

    Mediocre professors or mediocre students?

    It seems to me many professors or teachers that are labeled as "bad" or "mediocre" may have been labeled as such because their students were the ones who were actually the mediocre ones. I came to this conclusion after an interesting incident in my Intro to Chemistry class, where the...
  24. P

    Exploring Analysis: Suggested Books for High School Students

    Hi, I'm a high school student that has completed my most of my under division in mathematics (Diff. Eq., Discrete math, single/multi variable calculus, linear alg, problem solving, and basic group theory stuff) and I'm now interested in Analysis. Can someone suggest an introductory book to...
  25. T

    Testing Preparing for Cambridge STEP: Advice for Irish Students

    I'm probably going to apply to Mathematics, or maybe Mathematics and Physics, in Cambridge this October. I'm not asking for your opinions on Cambridge or the course or anything, I just have to ask this. I am an Irish Secondary school student, and I am worried about the STEP exam required...
  26. Ivan Seeking

    Students Stand and Deliver for Teacher

    Students "Stand and Deliver" for Teacher http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/03/04/eveningnews/main6267789.shtml Escalente is dying. Former students have stepped up to help provide for his care, until he passes.
  27. A

    Best help for Physics: Mechanics and Heat students

    I am a freshman student in college taking Physics: Mechanics and Heat. I wanted to know what websites are good(breaks it down really easy to understand physics and what ebooks are there for students. I have one book that I am going to read called Physics for Dummies. The book I am using for...
  28. N

    Summer research for international students

    Hi everyone! First of all, I'm sorry for possible grammar mistakes, because English is not my native. I'm a 3rd-year student at Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. I have a strong background in physics and math, my GPA is 4.8/5.0. I'm looking for summer internship program which is...
  29. D

    Courses Can grad students take fun undergrad courses?

    Can grad students take "fun" undergrad courses? Hi, is there any general policy on what undergraduate courses Physics grad students can take? I'm a physics undergrad, but I like mathematics quite a bit and there are a lot of math courses I know I won't be able to take before I graduate. So...
  30. Z

    Mechanical Engineering: Books for High School Students

    Hi all this is my first post and i wanted some suggestions on good books to read about mechanical engineering. I am a freshman in high school and I am interested in mechanical engineering and I wanted to read some books about what mechanical engineering is.
  31. S

    High School Students: Practice Final Exams

    These are British Columbia (Canada) Practice Provincial Exams.. These are geared toward the BC Curriculum, however it does not defer greatly from other areas.. Select Grade 12, and check physics on the next page.. Great review material. http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/search/
  32. G

    Lazy American Students: Boston Globe Editorial

    http://www.boston.com/bostonglobe/editorial_opinion/oped/articles/2009/12/21/my_lazy_american_students/?p1=Well_MostPop_Emailed1
  33. Z

    What Are Good Starter Science Books for a High School Valedictorian?

    I've been trying to expose my cousin to the beauty of sciences but he's not someone who has read much outside of what is required by school. He's in his third year of high school and while he does very well academically(he was valedictorian in his middle school) he doesn't bother to learn much...
  34. marcus

    Prof and grad students discuss Peer Review of scientific journal articles

    Highly informative discussion It's in a foreign language but that's OK because there are excellent subtitles. I decided to remove URL because may be too controversial, but will try to give googlesearch keywords
  35. L

    Schools Harvard and which other schools rarely if ever accept transfer students

    Which other schools do not accept transfer students other than Harvard, or is it only Harvard that doesn't do this? If Harvard accepted transfer students would it over populate their school?
  36. M

    What Are the Experiences of Older Physics Students in Academia?

    Hi All, I was wondering, what has been your experiences / observations with older physics students (30 - somethings), either as peers or as a TA / Prof. What generally do they have an easier time with / harder time with / getting along with others in academia. I'll be returning to college...
  37. S

    Students to classrom heat transfer

    A student produces heat with a rate of 100W. How much heat is transferred from 90 students to a classroom in 50 minutes? Attempt at solution: 100W (100 J/s) * 90 students * 3000 seconds = 2,7 * 10^7 J. Does this make sense? The classroom is 3200 cubic meters and the air in it has a...
  38. L

    Schools Why would a 2 year college put on their website that engineering students may not

    It says on the engineering page at the 2 year college that, students who are studying engineering may not be best served by studying at that particular school, anyone have any idea why that might be It's on the counseling link where you can click on whichever career you want to prepare to study...
  39. D

    Calculate the amount of ways 4 prizes can be awarded to 12 students

    calculate the amount of ways 4 prizes can be awarded to 12 students if: a)each student cannot receive more than one prize b)each student may receive more than one prize c)at least one student receives more than one prize a) 1st prize -> 12 possibilities 2nd prize -> 11 possibilities...
  40. L

    Does Studying Alone or in Groups Improve Your Grades in Science/Math Classes?

    vs. studying alone, never talking to anyone about anything in the class? (In science/math classes), how much does it help to study with others in class vs. studying alone? How much would you say it improves your performance (understanding of course materials) in a class / passing when you study...
  41. L

    Do engineering students have to maintain a 3.0 g.p.a.

    Is it true that you have to have at least a 3.0 g.p.a. if you study engineering or the school can take some kind of action which is rumored to be, that they kick you out of the school, and that this is only for engineering students ? true or false ? I.E. If you want to repeat classes because...
  42. Ivan Seeking

    Engineering students score with pumpkin

    http://www.ocregister.com/articles/pumpkin-students-engineering-2631958-center-science
  43. N

    General requirements for foreign students

    I m Niraj Aryal from Nepal n I recently completed my Bachelor's degree in Physics.Now I m thinking of applying Canada for Masters degree in Physics(Applied). Can somebody help me telling what are the general requirements for foreign students to be enrolled in university in Canada and which...
  44. Pengwuino

    Why? Why oh why do students have so much trouble in physics

    So this semester I've been teaching some of our universities physics labs. My labs are the intro series... not for the totally clueless non-science majors, but the semi-science/"soft science" (or well, more accurately non-calculus required science) majors. It seems like people just have so many...
  45. D

    What factors contribute to higher salaries for top students after graduation?

    I'm finding it quite hard to figure out how graduate salaries differ with university grades or other similar university level achievements. All the surveys of graduate salaries seem to just give an average salary. For some context I'm studying 2nd yr Mechtranics/Physics combined degree in Aus...
  46. A

    Embarking on an Engineering Website for Students

    I created a website called engineeringunlimited.wordpress.com . The purpose of my website is share my love of engineering with fellow high school students and give individuals interested in becoming engineers some resources to look at as they choose an engineering discipline to study. I know...
  47. Z

    Thesis Proposal Ideas for Electrical Engineering Students

    what is the best topic for an electrical engineering student for thesis proposal?
  48. M

    Discussion topic in physics for high school students

    Hi, I'm currently one of the organizers of a seminar for talented high school students in my home town and one my task for the next session is to give a brief talk on some interesting subject in (theoretical) physics, with a discussion afterwards, where the students will participate. It...
  49. A

    Engineering Doing economic minor for engineering students

    Does economic minor means anything when you are at work ?
  50. J

    Uncovering Hidden Treasures: 3 IIT Students' Primality-Test Algorithm

    This is an old news, but isn't it impressive? 3 IIT undergrad students discovered a newer algorithm for primality-tests-of-an-integer as part of their undergrad student project. That even using some centuries old well known formula and just high school mathematics. Wondering how many such low...
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