Physics Department News
Join the Theory Group seminar with Professor Sir Michael Berry
Professor Sir Michael Berry from the University of Bristol will be leading the Theory Group Seminar on Friday 25 February titled 'Superoscillations in Waves: old, new, common, uncommon.
Everybody is welcome and no registration is required.
13.00 GMT in L4, Physics or
Work experience opportunities now available!
Each year, our department offers a small number of work experience placements for students in Years 10-12. The placement will provide a broad insight into physics and what it would be like to work in a busy university physics department.
Applications are now invited for work experience taking place 11-14 April 2022 (inclusive).
Scientist Experience open for Year 12 female students
Launched in 2015, the XMaS Scientist Experience is a national competition for Year 12 UK identifying as female students to win an all expenses paid for 4 day trip to the ESRF in Grenoble. The Scientist Experience encourages students to consider science careers, foster a sense of community, and encourage self-belief.
Why are we seeing more northern lights this year?
Spectacular auroral displays have been seen in the sky in more places this year, with greater frequency. Professor Sandra Chapman, Head of Centre for Fusion Space and Astrophysics answers the question in The Conversation.