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Monday, May 27, 2024

Rethinking career advice: beyond "follow your passion" for physics students

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I started reading a new book a few days ago: "So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Lov...
Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Some reflections on peer review

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Peer review is a fundamental pillar of the dissemination and validation of scientific knowledge. A considerable portion of this process oper...
Saturday, March 9, 2024

The physics degree of the future

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Traditionally, physics education has always focused on theory and academic research. However, as we look to the future, it is important to c...
Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Applications of magnetism -- magnetic recording and spintronics as an example

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Fridge magnets and compasses. These are two of the most well-known applications of magnetism. Some people may also be familiar with magnetic...
Monday, January 1, 2024

Physics education research in 2024

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Happy New Year! I hope that 2024 has started on a positive note for everyone. In my first blog post of the year, I aim to discuss the physic...
Thursday, December 21, 2023

Exploring hot topics in condensed matter physics and materials science

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Lately, I have been contemplating hot topics in condensed matter physics and materials science that could be interesting for students seek...
Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Navigating nonlinear career paths -- a personal perspective

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Today, I would like to share my personal motivation for studying physics and eventually pursuing a PhD. You will realize that my motivation ...
Friday, December 1, 2023

Augmented reality, computational physics, engaging students

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Just in time for the weekend, here are a few brief items that contain interesting reads and food for thought on physics education: 
Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Post-lecture emails to students

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A few days ago, I came across the following blog post by Dr. Brokk Toggerson, a physics lecturer from the University of Massachusetts, Amher...
Monday, November 13, 2023

"Any questions? No? Great, let's move on." -- Wait time and awkward silence in the classroom

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I have no doubt that every educator is familiar with the following situation:  "Are there any questions?" "What is a harmonic...