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I occasionally post discussions (and notes) related to interesting problems not typically found in textbooks.

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Our Recent Posts

Why does water stop flowing from a closed jug so quickly?

mike

Jun 27, 2021

Why does water stop flowing from a closed jug so quickly?

Have you ever tried to fill your water bottle from a water jug with a spout, leaving the jug lid sealed?

TUTORING SUBJECTS

Please contact me if you're interested in tutoring, online or in-person.
Availability varies. Rate depends on subject and other details.

PHYSICS

Since 2008

Being my main subject, physics is close to my heart, and the area where I have the most depth of knowledge. I can help you understand everything from introductory kinematics to advanced quantum mechanics of molecules and materials.

MATHEMATICS

Since 2008

Mathematics is a very interesting and deep subject in its own right, and its connections to the world around us (including physics) make it even more interesting and varied. Being trained primarily as a theoretical physicist, I can help you understand any part of math you may encounter: from algebra to probability to differential equations and beyond.

CHEMISTRY

Since 2017

Chemistry is deeply connected to the physics of atoms and molecules, and the electrons in them. Although not my primary subject, I am quite familiar with general chemistry, partly due to my specialization within physics (materials). I can help you understand orbitals, electron structure, acid/base/pH rules, and other topics from general chemistry.

PROGRAMMING

Since 2017

It may or may not be obvious, but the scientific community uses programming tools to simulate many different situations. My experience within physics has mostly been with languages like Matlab, Maple, and Mathematica. I also have experience with (in increasing order) Fortran, C/C++, and Python. I also am very familiar with the PDF typesetting tool, TeX/LaTeX. I can help you understand syntax, data structures, objects, loops, and more.