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Tag "physics"

'Even among Geniuses, Luck Plays a Role in Winning a Nobel Prize'

'Even among Geniuses, Luck Plays a Role in Winning a Nobel Prize'
Denis Bodrov studies particle physics and works at one of the four electron–positron colliders in the world. In this interview with the HSE Young Scientists project, he talks about his efforts to go beyond the Standard Model, discusses tau leptons, and shares his affection for Moscow.

‘The Fundamental Principle of Scientific Knowledge Is Honesty’

‘The Fundamental Principle of Scientific Knowledge Is Honesty’
Daria Mazur has wanted to pursue science since she was 13 years old—ever since she discovered in the seventh grade that she was good at physics. In an interview for the HSE Young Scientists project, she spoke about her theoretical research on the electric double layer, speed reading, and the MGMT song ‘Little Dark Age.’

'I've Always Been Keen to Engage in Experiments and Operate Scientific Instruments'

'I've Always Been Keen to Engage in Experiments and Operate Scientific Instruments'
During his early years at university, physicist Ivan Makhov worried that he might be dismissed, but today he is heading a study supported by a grant from the Russian Science Foundation. In this interview with the HSE Young Scientists project, he shares his work experience using a closed-loop cryostat, his dream of conversing with Einstein, and favourite location in his hometown of St Petersburg.

‘I Aspire to Make a Contribution Comparable to Prometheus' Gift to Humanity'

‘I Aspire to Make a Contribution Comparable to Prometheus' Gift to Humanity'
Egor Sedov initially planned to pursue a career in programming but instead became captivated by experimental physics. In this interview with the HSE Young Scientists project, he spoke about the quantum effect and the quantum standard, a scientist's letter from the future, and the magnetic levitation of a frog.