What can I do if I want to research theoretical physics?

Thursday, March 26th, 2009 | Physics

Andrew R asked:


- I am an extremely accomplished high school senior, and a potential presidental scholar. I have conducted research in medicine (specifically skin cancer), but not my most avid interest, theoretical astrophysics and theoredical physics. I have already, early on, completed honors and AP physics. Where can a high school senior go to conduct research on such theoretical physics?

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2 Comments to What can I do if I want to research theoretical physics?

harrypeterman
March 27, 2009

Keep on studying. To make a real contribution to theoretical physics you need to be good with tensor calculus…

m w
March 31, 2009

Can I assume you mean where can you go to college?

One of the most renowned theoretical physicist of our time, at least in my humble opinion, is Lisa Randall at Harvard University.

I would be wasting my time telling you why I say that. Instead google her.

here’s a start…

So my recommendation is talk to her. Tell her you want to study graduate physics under her at Harvard. And ask for a recommendation for an undergraduate school.

good luck

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