UWS Physics

This is the official Twitter account of the Physics Subject Group at the University of the West of Scotland. Contact us at [email protected].

[John F. Smith @JohnFSmith]

Today is Day 3 of our experiment studying the structure of exotic plutonium isotopes with the AGATA gamma-ray spectrometer at Legnaro National Laboratory. All going well so far thanks to a fantastic team of collaborators. @UniWestScotland @UniPadova @INFN_ @STFC_Matters

[UWS Physics @UWSPhysics]

Interested in starting a PhD programme this October? Then check out our new catalogue of PhD projects at https://t.co/6RQHukO3VM. We are offering a range of projects in Physics as well as other areas. Any questions? Contact [email protected] and we will be happy to help.

[UWS Division of Physical Sciences @uwsdps]

Apply now for a PhD in computing, engineering, or physical sciences at the University of the West of Scotland, starting in October 2020 or early 2021. Browse our catalogue of over 70 PhD projects at https://t.co/2pMowkcigv. Email [email protected] for more information.

[UWS Physics @UWSPhysics]

Congratulations to Ryan Meeten, Lecturer in Physics, for being shortlisted for Lecturer Of The Year at the #SAUWS Big Awards yesterday. Apparently there were 180 nominations in total in this category so being shortlisted is a big achievement. Well done Ryan! @uwsdps @UWSstudents

[Institute of Thin Films Sensors and Imaging @ITFSI_UWS]

Congratulations to the new Dr. Hin On Martin Chu on passing his viva! Another @SchoolCEPS @uwsdps @UniWestScotland PhD success!

[Ellie Gomersall 🍉 isn't here anymore @elliebgomersall]

An exciting series of experiments in the L8 Physics class today using liquid nitrogen to show Charles' Law in action!
@UniWestScotland @SchoolCEPS @uwsdps

[SUPA @physicsscotland]

SUPA has funding available for meetings, events, distinguished visitors, and short term visits! See our website for details, guidelines, and to apply! https://t.co/G9SF96172Y

[SUPA @physicsscotland]

Don't forget to register for the @PhysicsNews @STFC_Matters and @RoyalAstroSocCareers Event on 31 July in Glasgow, as part of #INPC2019. Explore your post-PhD career options, understand the value of your PhD, understand how to make the most of your PhD https://t.co/GyKzrEd9lp

[John F. Smith @JohnFSmith]

On Monday, Dr Ross Birney @RossBirney joined UWS @UniWestScotland as a Lecturer in Physics and a member of Institute for Thin Films, Sensors, and Imaging @ITFSI_UWS. He may look familiar as he was a PhD student and then a PDRA here until he left us in 2017. Welcome (back) Ross!

[John F. Smith @JohnFSmith]

Huge congratulations to Ryan Meeten (Lecturer in Physics, pictured here with wife Sarah) for winning the award for Outstanding Teaching at the 2019 #UWSStars event yesterday. Well done Ryan, excellent work, thoroughly deserved. @UniWestScotland @SchoolCEPS

[John F. Smith @JohnFSmith]

Last week, Dr Michael Bowry @MikeBowry joined the UWS Nuclear Physics Group @UniWestScotland as a Lecturer in Physics. He spent the last six years working @TRIUMFLab in Vancouver and @NSCL in Michigan. We are very happy to welcome him back to the UK. @SchoolCEPS @PhysicsatSurrey

[John F. Smith @JohnFSmith]

Dr Laura Harkness-Brennan @LauraHBPhysics from the University of Liverpool @livuniphysics visited UWS @UWSPhysics this afternoon to give a seminar about new developments in gamma-ray imaging with CZT detectors. Excellent novel research and a fantastic seminar. Thanks Laura!

[Institute of Physics @PhysicsNews]

We are please to see that Physics A-level numbers and proportion of female entries in physics have gone up this year. Read more - https://t.co/mXLMMNUh6N #alevelresults2018 #resultsday

[John F. Smith @JohnFSmith]

We have recently advertised a Lectureship position in the Nuclear Physics Research Group at UWS. The position has a fixed term, for two years. Closing date for applications: 31/8/18. Details at https://t.co/vqkTXeiqjP Contact [email protected] for informal enquiries.

[John F. Smith @JohnFSmith]

We have two fully-funded PhD studentships available in the Nuclear Physics Research Group at UWS. Start date 1/10/18 or ASAP thereafter. Details on https://t.co/J4XtX0leoN at https://t.co/HosW1AYNJ7 or contact [email protected] for informal enquiries.

[Science and Technology Facilities Council @STFC_Matters]

Are you a STFC-funded PhD interested in finding out more about the political process? STFC can offer you the opportunity to spend three months working in Parliament or Government. Find out more here: https://t.co/nhnkxZ2Zhh #policyinternship

[Perimeter Institute @Perimeter]

On this day 115 years ago, Marie Skłodowska Curie defended her doctoral thesis on radioactive substances, becoming the first woman in France to receive a doctoral degree. Download free posters celebrating her and other pioneering women of science: https://t.co/whHNe1RD8U

[Institute of Physics @PhysicsNews]

It's International Women in Engineering Day, recognising and celebrating women in engineering. Find out more here - https://t.co/0xyKJVKXfG #INWED18

[Andrew Hursthouse @ASHursthouse]

Dr Song leads a fascinating discussion on the potential for sensor development @ISSET_STEM @UniWestScotland @UWSPhysics ....in space. Exciting opportunity to develop sustainable food production

[Institute of Physics @PhysicsNews]

Hear from IOP Scholar, Amy, about why she chose to a career in teaching physics. https://t.co/7jsLrq78Mm

[Institute of Physics @PhysicsNews]

Looking for a job where you use your physics degree every day? Why not consider teaching? Visit https://t.co/zq9j14YgPs to find out more.