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Yes, the photo didn't turn out great... the lighting... But! The decisions made following it were very significant! I insist that children are intelligent, and with the right atmosphere, a quality environment, supportive parents who speak to their children at eye level and mediate what's happening correctly, they can grow, develop, and achieve great things. Recently, I had the opportunity to talk about Dr. Yotam Sherf... First, let me introduce him and then explain why such a person is important for the system and the good news. Dr. Yotam Sherf, a researcher in black holes and gravitational waves, joins the faculty of Bareket Academy! Yotam, who holds a PhD in Theoretical Physics from Ben-Gurion University and is a postdoctoral researcher in the Astrophysics Department at the Max Planck Institute in Germany, will join Bareket Academy's faculty. He will teach courses in astrophysics, the Big Bang, space technologies, and the universe. These fields are considered critical for developing today's children who will become future Israeli researchers and scientists exploring the universe, its laws, and functions. In our meeting, I explained to Yotam that "The State of Israel must train the next generation of space technology experts, among other things, to develop the tools essential for securing its future as a technological superpower, capable of protecting its territories and national interests through these technologies." Dr. Yotam Sherf is a leading researcher in black holes and gravitational waves. Throughout his career, Yotam has served as a teaching assistant and lecturer at Ben-Gurion University and delivered popular science lectures to high school students to encourage science studies. Currently, he is researching questions like "What's inside a black hole?" and "What can mysterious black holes teach us about the quantum world?" Dr. Sherf joins the faculty because he is vital and crucial for the present and future generation of Israel, who will lead us to become a leading technological superpower. The honor is all ours! Bareket Center #BareketAcademy #OMETZAssociation #Education #STEM #AcademicExcellence #SpaceTechnology #Astrophysics #BlackHoles #GravitationalWaves #InnovationInEducation #FutureScientists #IsraeliTech #ChildDevelopment #SupportiveParenting #TalentDevelopment #NextGeneration #TechnologicalSuperpower #ResearchAndDevelopment #QuantumPhysics #AcademicFaculty #ScientificExploration #UniverseStudies

How can we effectively communicate basic science? The latest special issue of the Journal of Science Communication (JCOM) dives into this very topic...enjoy the reading!

New Special Issue: Communicating Discovery Science  How can we effectively communicate basic science—research that may not have immediate applications but drives long-term progress? The latest special issue of the Journal of Science Communication (JCOM) dives into this very topic, using examples like the first observation of gravitational waves. 📢 Coordinated by Rick Borchelt, a communications veteran from the U.S. Department of Energy, this issue explores why curiosity-driven science is essential and how to communicate its value to non-specialist audiences. From astrophysics to experimental physics and beyond, this issue highlights how foundational research shapes future discoveries. Why is this important? As Borchelt puts it, “Basic science might not provoke heated debates, but it’s easy to overlook. And if overlooked, it risks losing crucial funding." 🔗 Available in open access from October 21st, with insights for researchers, science communicators, and journalists alike. Find out how the strategies used to communicate discovery science can also be applied to more practical fields. #BasicScience #SciComm #DiscoveryScience #ScienceCommunication #ResearchCommunication https://lnkd.in/gj78-nfw

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Professor Noga Alon, Shaw Laureate in Mathematical Sciences 2022, appreciated one of the key features of the inaugural Hong Kong Laureate Forum – gathering scientists from three different disciplines, namely Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, and Mathematical Sciences. Let’s listen to what he said! #HongKongLaureateForum #LeeShauKeeFoundation #science

#PKU alumnus Zhang Yahui is among those chosen for the 2024 Sloan Research Fellowships. Zhang obtained his B.S. in Physics from PKU and his Ph.D. in Physics from MIT and then he was a postdoc scholar at Harvard University. He joined the Department of Physics and Astronomy at JHU as an assistant professor in 2022.     Zhang is working on condensed matter theory with a focus on strongly correlated physics.  #PKUAlumni #SloanFellow

#Space | 𝗨𝗻𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗠𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 | Dr. Niels Ligterink from Delft University of Technology, formerly at the Physics Institute of the University of Bern, has led a groundbreaking study published in Nature Astronomy. This research provides valuable insights into the formation of organic macromolecules, crucial components thought to play a role in the building blocks of planets. Utilizing an observation-based model, Dr. Ligterink and his team have elucidated the processes by which these large molecules form, offering a clearer understanding of their presence in chondrites. This is a significant stride in the field of space exploration and organic chemistry. 👉 Learn more >> https://lnkd.in/gF8vNZcc 👉 Original publication >> https://lnkd.in/d2ygeSKe Photo: CERN 🇨🇭 Follow #ScienceSwitzerland for the latest news and emerging trends on Swiss science, technology, education, and innovation >> swissinnovation.org Follow us >> Science-Switzerland #Science | #Education | #Research | #Innovation

The time until a star known as Betelgeuse explodes into a supernova has been debated in literature by the scientific community. This was based on the brightening and dimming of the star. Now, recent research -- that included the work of a University of Wyoming faculty member -- suggests the pulsing starlight potentially comes from a companion star, dubbed “Betelbuddy.” “This paper proposes a companion -- either a star or stellar-like object -- to Betelgeuse, meaning Betelgeuse is a binary system. We call this alpha Orionis B (Betelgeuse is properly known as Alpha Orionis), or ‘BetelBuddy’ colloquially,” says Meridith Joyce, an assistant professor in UW’s Department of Physics and Astronomy. “The companion has never been detected observationally, but we know, from Betelgeuse’s pulsational behavior, that it must exist. Keep reading at https://bit.ly/3BQHdmz to learn more about this exciting research.

🌟 Share Your Passion: Write an Article for Advances in Theoretical & Computational Physics! 🌟 Are you passionate about theoretical and computational physics? Do you have groundbreaking research, innovative ideas, or insightful #reviews to share with the scientific community? We invite you to contribute an #article to Advances in Theoretical & Computational Physics! Our #journal is dedicated to publishing high-quality #research that advances the field of physics. We are currently seeking submissions in the following areas: 🔬 Theoretical Physics 💻 Computational Physics 🌌 Quantum Mechanics 🪐 Astrophysics 🌟 And more! Why publish with us? ✅ Reach a global audience of researchers and professionals ✅ Enhance your academic profile ✅ Contribute to the advancement of science Submit your manuscript by July 30, 2024, or let us know your anticipated submission date. We are here to support you through the submission process and ensure your work gets the attention it deserves. Join us in pushing the boundaries of knowledge and making a lasting impact in the world of #physics! For submission guidelines and more information, please visit our website or contact us at [email protected]. Let's explore the universe together! Warm wishes, Rapture Editorial Manager #PhysicsResearch #ComputationalPhysics #TheoreticalPhysics #QuantumMechanics #Astrophysics #AcademicPublishing #ScienceJournals #ResearchArticle #PhysicsCommunity #STEMResearch #PhysicsInnovation #PhysicsDiscovery #ScientificResearch #AcademicJournal #PhysicsPapers #PhysicsLovers #STEMEducation #ResearchPublication #PhysicsScholars #ScienceCommunity #PhysicsBreakthroughs #PeerReview

The Case for Open Access and Preprints in Research As someone working in High Energy Physics (HEP), Astrophysics & Astronomy (A&A), and General Relativity (GR), I’ve seen firsthand how vital preprint repositories like arXiv(https://arxiv.org/) have been. They democratize access to cutting-edge research. But what about older articles or works from researchers who are no longer active? For those, we often end up relying on emails to colleagues at top-tier institutes—a stark reminder of the inequities in research access across institutions.  This divide is something we must address. One way forward is to embrace innovative publishing models like The Open Journal of Astrophysics(https://astro.theoj.org/), which exemplifies how open access can evolve.  We need to support arXiv and encourage every researcher to upload preprints. If universities made it mandatory to share a preprint version of accepted manuscripts, we could solve a significant part of the access challenge.  The debates over metrics like h-index and impact factor will likely continue, but true progress in science comes from fostering openness and collaboration—championed by eccentric, creative minds pushing boundaries. Let’s make research truly accessible for everyone.  #OpenAccess #ScienceForAll #arXiv #Research #DALL·E https://astro.theoj.org/