“Don’t Become a Scientist” 20 Years Later
I first read Jonathan Katz’s article Don’t Become a Scientist! around twenty years ago, when I was in graduate school. I ignored his advice and […]
Graduate School
Deciding on Graduate School in Physics: To Go, or Not to Go
Should I go to graduate school and study physics? It’s a very important question that deserves careful consideration. The stakes are high: 6.3 of the […]
Getting the Most Out of a Conference
Conferences are great. Your university, government lab, or company sends you on a free trip to a (hopefully) interesting locale. There are engaging talks and poster […]
Eyeing the Exit: When to Convert Your Physics Career from Learning to Earning
How long should I stay in school and on the academic track? I asked myself this question many, many times throughout college, graduate school, and […]
The Prosperity Core: What I Wish 10 Years of Higher Education Had Taught Me
My formal education lasted from the time I was 5 until I turned 29 and earned me every one of the main academic credentials: high […]