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Name: Michael Discala

Degree: ScM Physics

 

What drew you to get your Master's degree in Physics?

After completing my undergraduate degree, I wasn't very confident in my knowledge of Physics and was unsure how to proceed in my career. I knew that getting my Master's degree would be the perfect step in getting the expertise I needed to make the next big step in my career. Brown couldn't have been a better choice for this step in my life. Studying at Brown reminded me of the passion I had for Physics and presented me with more research opportunities than I could ask for. 

What are your plans next?

Next semester I will start my PhD program here at Brown, continuing my research in condensed matter physics. 

Favorite course in physics?

Statistical Mechanics with Dr. Pelcovits was definitely my favorite course here at Brown. I really enjoyed Dr. Pelcovits' teaching style from the class I took with him the previous semester. Not only was this class fun, I genuinely enjoyed learning about the subject. Some of the best memories I have at Brown came from the friendships I formed while doing homework or studying for tests in this class. 

Note to your advisor:

To Dr. Plumb,

Thank you for believing in me and for all of the knowledge you have given me thus far. 

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