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Posted on 30th October 202130th October 2021

Spooky physics…

Higgs Halloween graphic with pumpkins

By Jason Segall

With Halloween fast approaching, I’ve been taking a look at some of the spookiest physics out there for my MSc science communication and public engagement placement. From the story of an inventor on a quest to discover the source of his laboratory’s “haunting”, to chilling solutions to the Fermi Paradox and even questions about the nature of the universe itself (hint: it may not be real), these stories show the creepy side of the physics found in textbooks around the world.

It’s been a fascinating experience finding connections between science and the supernatural, so I hope you enjoy the results!

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Oct 30, 2021
Posted on 18th November 201910th July 2020

The experimental art of particle physics

Photo of Nicolas Angelides

Nicolas Angelides didn’t intend to be a physicist. It was art that first captured his attention. These days, however, he sees very little distinction between the two disciplines.

Nicolas studied an MPhys in Theoretical Physics at the University of Edinburgh and is currently working towards a PhD at University College London.

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Nov 18, 2019
Posted on 19th September 201915th September 2020

Volunteering for the Physics Outreach Team

Children doing experiements at the science festival

While studying here as a visiting student from Brown University, USA, Ruixi Seet decided to expand her skills by volunteering with the Physics Outreach Team.


What attracted you to the role of Physics Outreach Team volunteer?

As an exchange student, I was in search of extracurricular activities which would enable me to productively spend time outside of academia and explore my interest in physics outreach, as well as get to know local communities in Edinburgh. The Physics Outreach Team was perfect for fulfilling these goals. Both at my home institution and at The University of Edinburgh, it seems that applications for extracurricular activities tend to be fairly competitive. As the process to join the Physics outreach team was more accessible and relaxed – it was just a genuine get-to-know-your-interest-in-STEM-outreach exchange – this was a breath of fresh air.

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Sep 19, 2019

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