ADVANCING THE FIELD

From an early age Rujeko was fascinated by how the physical world worked. She began to find answers to her questions when she discovered the fields of physics and mathematics. Her love of these subjects has only ...

What do you know about biostatistics? Chances are, not a lot. Many people have  misconceptions about the field of biostatistics, and even those who are vaguely familiar with it may not be aware of the details of this ...

Much of the advice we share about selecting a good Ph.D. program centers around your relationships with faculty and your research opportunities. However, a significant part of the doctoral student experience is ...

Working towards your Ph.D. is a marathon, not a sprint. It takes years of commitment, self-discipline, and sacrifice to earn a degree. However, for those who make it to the finish line, the benefits are abundant. Keep ...

Dr. Robert Kalescky, Computational and Theoretical Chemistry Ph.D. graduate and Southern Methodist University (SMU) HPC Applications Scientist, is responsible for assisting the research community at SMU with their use ...

Note: this interview was condensed and edited for clarity. For some people, the call to a particular field of study arrives early. For Dr. Allison McCarn Deiana, the desire to study and teach physics grew in high school ...

Often the first and sometimes only career that comes to mind when students consider pursuing their Ph.D. in Physics is a job in academia. Teaching at a college or university can be a noble and rewarding career – but ...