Student Resources

arXiv: Pre-print server used by most researchers to post their work both before and after publication. Thus, the content here could be active in the peer review process. This is a freely- available resource and is an ideal way to learn about and gain exposure to the research being produced daily across the world.
Inspire: High energy physics database that is great if you have very specific parameter searches (year, journal, authors, title line, cited by, references etc.). There is a small learning curve to the search syntax, but clear instructions are available in the “search tips” online. Unfortunately, the extent of this database tends to be smaller than that of arXiv.
Google Scholar: Aptly named, a Google portal search designed for scholarly articles.
UW Library: To access subscription-based publications from off campus, consider leveraging the UW libraries proxy bookmarklet to quickly access pay-walled scientific articles. If this does not result in access, the library itself has access to an abundance of journals and can scan articles of interest for your research under the Availability and Request options of your search.
Husky OnNet: For accessing UW data and services beyond those accessible through the library proxy, Husky OnNet is a virtual private network providing secure connection to the UW network remotely.

Research and Presentation Tips

how_to_read_papers.pdf

How to read a paper

Describes the three-pass approach to reading an academic paper.

How to give a presentation

Advice on delivering efficient and effective presentations.

Graduate School and Application Resources

Physics GRE

ETS.org Physics GRE Information: Official test information and practice exam.
PhysicsGRE.com: Popular forum to discuss the Physics GRE and application process with other applicants.
Alex Lang's Physics GRE Page: Test prep tips. Contains links to available Physics GRE exams. Work through these! They're your #1 resource.
GREPhysics.NET: A repository of unofficial solutions to the released Physics GRE exams.
Conquering the Physics GRE: Test prep book. Contains review of undergrad physics and reasonable practice exams.

Your Local Graduate Program Adviser

To discuss particular concerns for graduate school applications, request a meeting with your local graduate program adviser: cuala@uw.edu

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