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An Optical Tweezer Array of Ultracold Molecules

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Ultracold molecules have important applications that range from quantum simulation and computation to precision measurements probing physics beyond the Standard Model. Optical tweezer arrays of laser-cooled molecules, which allow control of individual...

Quantum Convolutional Neural Networks

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Machine learning techniques have so far proved to be very promising for the analysis of data in several fields, with many potential applications. However, researchers have found that applying these methods to quantum physics problems is far more...

Lessons in Learning

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For decades, there has been evidence that classroom techniques designed to get students to participate in the learning process produces better educational outcomes at virtually all levels. And a new Harvard study suggests it may be important to let...

Theory of a Planckian Metal

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Graduate student Aavishkar Patel and Professor Subir Sachdev have recently presented a new theory of a Planckian metal that could shed light on previously unknown aspects of quantum physics. Their paper, published in Physical Review Letters, introduces a...

Physics Phenom

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This program was designed by a staff committee, in consultation with the faculty and administration, to recognize employee achievement and reward work and behaviors that support the mission, goals, values, and initiatives of the Department of Physics. The...

Preceptor in Physics Needed!

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The Department of Physics at Harvard University seeks applications for a Preceptor in Physics. Working closely with faculty and staff in the Department of Physics, the preceptor will oversee all aspects of small-group instruction in both the laboratory...

Mundy Awarded ETH Zurich Materials Research Prize

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Prof. Julia Mundy has been awarded 2019 Materials Research Prize for Young Investigators by ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology). The biennual prize, which recognizes outstanding contributions of young investigators that advance materials...

Physics Online Information Resources

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A brief overview of most useful resources for physics research online: Inspec Most complete physics resource. Over 17 million records, international in scope, in all fields of physics, materials science, computer science, and engineering. PROS: • Much...

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Physics Reading Room

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Our circulating collections have been moved to the newly-renovated Cabot Science Library and Harvard Depository. Please consult HOLLIS, Harvard Library's catalog, to find the current location of any item you wish to borrow. A small, non-circulating...

Nelson Awarded Niels Bohr Medal of Honour

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Prof. David R. Nelson has been awarded the Niels Bohr Institute Medal of Honour for 2019. He is a world-renowned theoretical physicist of remarkable breadth and he has made seminal contributions to the field of statistical mechanics and what became known...

Randall Receives Klein Medal

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Prof. Lisa Randall is this year's recipient the Oskar Klein medal and the Oskar Klein Memorial Lecturer. The Oskar Klein Memorial Lectures are sponsored by The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences through its Nobel Committee for Physics and by Stockholm...