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Latino studies is an academic discipline which studies the experience of people of Latin American ancestry in the United States. Closely related to other ethnic studies disciplines such as African-American studies, Asian American studies, and Native American studies, Latino studies critically examines the history, culture, politics, issues, sociology, spirituality (Indigenous) and experiences of Latino people. Drawing from numerous disciplines such as sociology, history, literature, political science, religious studies and gender studies, Latino studies scholars consider a variety of perspectives and employ diverse analytical tools in their work.

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  1. LCSphysicist

    How to deal with depression in undergraduate studies?

    Hello everyone. Could you give me some advices on how to deal with depression, without medications (if i take medications, i will sleep too much), while you are on undergraduate? Thank you.
  2. W

    Transformer modelling for harmonic studies

    Why transformer core is modeled as resistance even though it is frequency dependent.With increasing frequency current rises. Doesn't it seem capacitive reactance behaviour? Which decrease with increasing omega?
  3. shivajikobardan

    Studying I feel I have lost it. How do I be dissolved in studies again?

    I don't know how much this relates to this subreddit. But I feel I have lost my peak learning form. I used to get dissolved in studies. And I used to love whatever I am studying. I used to understand everything. Nowadays my problems-: 1) I simply can't focus properly. I need to study in laptop...
  4. M

    A Experimental Studies of the Internal Energy of a real fluid

    https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-022-11093-z In this new 2 May 2022 publication, an experimental effort was made to measure directly the internal energy changes of non-ideal CO2, from the decrease in temperature as the liquid-gas expanded from one cylinder into two. With the empirical...
  5. W

    Modelling of tranformer and MV cable for harmonic studies

    For my research project, modelling is needed for dyn5 630 kVA transformer and 20 kV cable NA2XS(F)2Y to do harmonic analysis. For that i need leakage reactance, and resistance of copper losses for transformer. And following parameters for 20 kV cable are also needed. Positive, negative and...
  6. S

    Studying Advice Needed: Seeking Help with Math & Physics for Engineering Studies

    Hello everyone, I am new here, and I was wondering if someone could provide me with some advice on how I should approach this in a smart way. I basically really need some bigtime advice on the math part of Physics (or in general). I didn't have anyone to really talk with or that'd be able to...
  7. ipsky

    Intro Physics Opinions on books for (self) studies in statistical physics

    Nearly two decades after I graduated with an engineering degree, I'm currently studying for a master's with a particular emphasis on conceptual/theoretical statistical physics. Based on my interests and stylistic preferences, I'm using the following books to build my understanding of physical...
  8. A

    What is the process of QM studies? (Not a simple question)

    New physics guy.(This means totally unknowledged and ignorant.) I've been surfing google scholar,researchgate etc. Seeing many exotic articles,claming things like 1.unitary quantum mechanics fails to describe dynamics,so is ruled out. 2.quantum randomness is illusional! 3.we can recover...
  9. S

    Technical or cosmetic studies of foam such as used in skin-care

    (This topic might be better placed in a different board or subforum) I would guess that some companies or scientific education departments actually study the production, use, and properties of foam, like what wet shavers do for making lather from shaving soaps in order to conduct a wet-shave...
  10. N

    How Should I Approach Self-Study for Math?

    Homework Statement:: n/a Relevant Equations:: n/a No More Calculus 1 Questions I came to the realization that trying to tackle two courses at the same time is simply not working out. I need to polish my algebra skills. I am not going back to Algebra 1 and 2. I am not going back to College...
  11. T

    Other Undergraduate studies and making or publishing papers

    Hello. I am sorry for asking these questions but could an undergraduate student in math like me make efforts on topics and make or publish papers?As well, could an undegraduate student make not top rated or top class papers but low or average rated papers? What your advice would be on those...
  12. A

    Physics Beginning Physics Studies at Age 39: Is it Nuts?

    From a cursory glance, this seems to be a commonly posed question. While, I do apologize for what may be duplication, I hope people will keep in mind that as each individual's circumstances are unique, so may the opinions & answers they engender. I am considering going back to university to...
  13. Frouel

    Studying Learning Math & Physics: Questions & Tips

    I have a few questions concerning learning mathematics and physics. 1. How to learn abstract definitions? Must I do learn it by heart? How to understand and apply them correctly? 2. What type of subjects you learn in theoretical physics include mathematics. I need subjects with all years of...
  14. AryaKimiaghalam

    Physics Physics Ph.D. studies and living expenses

    Hi everyone, Hope you are all doing well. I begun to think about my plans for graduate school lately. I was hoping to learn more about the financial aid/tuition and living expenses of different universities in North America and Europe from your personal experiences in graduate school. How does...
  15. L

    How hard is the maths for Mechanical Principles and Thermo in ME studies?

    i going to do the online HNC mechanical engineering. its has 2 units mechanical principles and thermo. i was wonder how hard is it to learn those units and the maths online or with online tutor. i can do the maths if its inperson in class but learn on line I am not sure.
  16. BillTre

    Interesting Brain Scanning/Stimulating Backpack Allows Mobile Brain Studies

    This new technology will make monitoring outside of labs possible. It requires a brain implant. Kind of reminds me of the Borg.
  17. Keth

    Any studies looking for a quantum bump in human photoreceptors?

    Has there been a study looking for a quantum bump in human photoreceptors. I've done some searching and haven't crossed anything as of yet.
  18. Frigus

    Studying How can I increase my scores in my studies?

    I am very irritated by remaining at one level, Since this year I am not able to get better at studies like continuously I am getting exactly same marks with few numbers up and down for example in my last test I got 586 out of 720 and in second last I got 585 out of 720, I feel like whenever...
  19. D

    Engineering Effects of dropping out of my PhD studies

    I'm a recently graduated MS in EE, I'm considering continuing onto a PhD. I'm wondering, what impact would starting a PhD and dropping out have on my career? Basically I'm considering giving it an honest shot for ~1 year and if I hate the experience leave. One year isn't a huge personal...
  20. hiddenname

    I Electricity & Planetary Magnetic Field Reversal: Implications & Studies

    What is/are the potential or theoretical effect on electricity due to reversal of planetary magnetic field? Would circuitry continue to function or would knowledge and understanding need re-evaluating as a result of a reversal of our magnetic field on planet Earth? Note: this is not a homework...
  21. F

    Running multiple studies in COMSOL

    Hi. Can anyone help me to figure out how to run multiple studies in COMSOL? I want to first compute the displacement of a membrane using temperature load and then find the capacitance between two electrodes using electrostatics. The idea is that as the membrane moves upwards the capacitance will...
  22. BWV

    I Can black hole studies shed any light on dark matter

    Curious if the ongoing studies of black holes at the centers of galaxies, like the Event Horizon Telescope, might provide some clues about the nature of dark matter. Tried googling this, but all I get is articles debating, mostly to the negative, the hypothesis that dark matter might be...
  23. sebomba

    Other Influence of bachelor's thesis on further studies

    How does the topic of your bachelor's thesis influence your further progress in your master studies and chances to join a research group for a master's thesis? I basically try to achieve a career in experimental particle physics and I'd like to do a bachelor's thesis in said field, that is...
  24. R

    Studying How to get better grades in my Physics Bachelor Studies?

    Hello everyone! I’m physics student and I have been getting mostly C’s and B‘s and it doesn’t please me at all. Yes, I demand a lot of myself, but is just because I love physics and I want to be the best in what I love. 1-When I’m studying usually , I read my notes and then I do some exercises...
  25. Joaco

    Studying Condensed Matter Physics Grade vs Materials Science?

    Hi, I'm an undergrad materials engineering student. I am thinking of studying all the way to a PhD as I'm interested on working in research. Right now I work with Semiconductors and I like the field a lot. However, considering what I'm studying, I want to know if it's a good Idea to look for a...
  26. BillTre

    The Curious Studies of David Hu

    David Hu is a mathematician in the Georgia Tech engineering department who studies animals. He gets interested in a lot physical problems involving animals that seem unusual to "normal" people. He has gotten two Ig Nobel awards and been named by the senator Jeff Flake and the author of the...
  27. polytechnophile

    Where Can I Find Electrical Design Case Studies?

    Can anyone recommend a place to find case studies in electronics design? I am looking for concrete examples of the engineering process from requirements definition through PCB layout. As a physicist who designs instrumentation I would like to improve my improve my design process and employ more...
  28. AchillesWrathfulLove

    Are there scientific studies for physical superiority?

    Is there scientific studies that confirm that a race or ethnic group is physically superior to any other? I think we can examine sports records can make some judgement on what type of groups of people are superior in each type of sports. But I don't know how you would go about judging who is...
  29. CDL

    Studying Higher Year Physics Studies with a Shaky Foundation

    I have just finished my first semester of third year undergraduate physics, and have a 3-4 week break before my next semester, in which I will be taking a third course in electromagnetism (classical electrodynamics). It is my second course with a full focus on electromagnetism, since in first...
  30. Felipe Lincoln

    Studying I have no background for my undergraduate studies

    First I want to say that I had a tough childhood, I always had a job since 14 yo, got out of my mom's house at 17 yo, never been stimulated to study and almost quit school, I'm not blaming parents or so, I had a lot of rich experiences living this way. But hard times has passed, I'm 22 yo now...
  31. Y

    MHB A NEW Method for solving differential equation - case studies

    Hi, This is a NEW method for solving differential equations - Case Studies. Please go to this website to see how: http://www.sysins.com Thanks. Yousif Sammour.
  32. Emir Shark

    Programs Returning to Physics: Study plan?

    Hi all, I am completely new to this forum. So allow me to introduce myself. I am currently paving my career as a mathematician, particularly in the field of probability theory and financial mathematics. I am currently pursuing a PhD in this subject and could not help but notice how closely...
  33. R

    Programs Prospects of Pursuing Graduate Studies in Quantum Computing

    Hello, I am close to finishing my undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering, and I am very interested in pursuing graduate studies. For a long time, I have been passionate about computer science and I've been looking into the research done in various labs in the schools that I'm considering...
  34. Z

    What is Non-linear Science? Exploring the Exciting Field of M.Sc Physics

    Greetings guys. I'm new here. I'm going in for M.Sc Physics (Non-linear science)
  35. CivilSigma

    Admissions Intricacies of Applying to Graduate Studies

    Hello, I am planning to apply for a masters in Civil Engineering (structural) and I am a bit overwhelmed with how to start. My first issue, does the university name matter? Due to recommendation from friends, family and online rankings I am considering: University of McGill, University of...
  36. N

    Programs EE grad studies with low GPA, non-degree courses?

    Hello everyone, Last year, I graduated with an Electrical Engineering degree from a Canadian university with a horrible GPA of 2.62 (reasons why I got this gpa explained here) I have never forgotten about the dream of finally getting into graduate studies, mainly in the field of...
  37. C

    A question about second cycle studies

    Hello fellow science enthusiasts! I have a question about second cycle studies. I'm in my last year of high school and I wish to study applied physics. However, my choice of university doesn't offer a programme in applied physics. For a first cycle I can pick Physics, Astronomy or Physics Ed...
  38. B

    Engineering From engineering BSc to Physics MSc

    Dear forum, let me tell you my story: I hold a BSc degree in petrochemical engineering. I'm 25 years old. I finished my university studies 4 years ago, graduated with honors and have been working in the industry ever since. I have a good job with a decent salary, I can buy stuff and support my...
  39. AXidenT

    Advice on Graduate Studies in Mathematical Physics

    I recently completed my honours degree in Australia (4-year undergraduate with a year-long thesis and some grad-level subjects such as first courses in algebraic geometry, algebraic topology, GR, QFT and integrable systems) and am struggling to figure out what the best option for graduate study...
  40. CARLOS VELASQUEZ

    Schools What University offers an online master degree?

    Hi guys I want to study an online master degree in Physics, and I want to know if someone know about Universities that offer this option. I live in Ecuador. I want to study more but I can not travel to other countries for a very large time due to personal responsabilities. I am a Physics...
  41. G

    How to continue my studies by not liking physics?

    Hi there, I discovered I don't like physics at all. I'm taking calc based physics and were already on chapter 2 motion on a straight line. Mostly kinematics at this point. We're going to vectors on Monday. I found that physics is not like chemistry. I love chemistry with passion, but with...
  42. W

    Courses Mathematics in Physics vs Business/Econs

    Hi guys, I'm whether or not the difficulty in undergraduate business /economics mathematics matches up to that of physics, or even vice versa. This is mainly because I'm trying to make decision on whether or not to take up business/economics as an elective course alongside my Physics major...
  43. F

    Schools Where should I apply for my graduate studies?

    If everything goes right I am in my last year of my physics program in my university. I want to do research, I did a short internship at CERN and I would like to work there, and I know that for that I need to get a masters or a phd. The thing is that I am not sure to which university should I...
  44. H

    How to stop procrastination/insecurity?

    So, this is my first post here; I hope it comes across as lucid as possible. I'm freshly 17, and I've found the math at my school to be quite bad (as in not rigorous or challenging). So over the past several months, I put together an independent self-study plan; it consists of enough math to...
  45. Alexswash

    Schools HS Senior seeking advice for university studies :)

    Well hello there, My name is Alex, I'm a belgian high school student (currently going to start my senior year), and I'm 17. I love this forum, it helps me a lot when I need an info about physics, the physics major and the jobs associated with physics. I joined this forum because I myself...
  46. M

    Other Preparing for Physics and Astronomy Studies

    I'm just started my summer before my four years of undergraduate studies. I plan on majoring in Physics and minoring in Astronomy. I hope to eventually go to grad school to get a PhD in Astrophysics. I was wondering if there are any resources you guys could recommend I use to help prepare me for...
  47. @PK nd

    Physics Study Physics: Space, Time, Black Holes & More

    Hi! Guys i want to know that which field of physics studies space and time , black holes, warm holes etc. I want to make a career in researching in studying them .
  48. N

    EE Grad studies - Canada with low gpa

    Hello everyone, I need your advice here. I am in my last term in EE in a fairly reputable school in Canada (or so they say). Due to a variety of factors, my gpa is pretty embarrassing (I am looking forward to graduate with a 2.6x gpa) I understand this is well below the 3.0 line for grad...
  49. Anithadhruvbud

    Which country is the best for medical studies?

    I am at India doing my high school.I have an ambition to create a change in medical field by finding a cure for a disease and running my own branch of hospitals that takes less fees from patients and works for the poors..I just want to get a good education to do all that.Should I do my MBBS from...
  50. rizwanibn

    Mastering Load Flow Studies: A Comprehensive Guide to Sine and Cosine in Math

    Hello... Can anyone tell me how sine and cosine came in ,above .(To the last of the attachment pic) Thank you.
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