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The Materials and Physics Research group is able to support a variety of public engagement events. Explore what we can offer below, and get in touch if you would like to discuss further, at j.e.proctor@salford.ac.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Careers in Physics Talks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A physics degree<\/a> develops a wide range of valuable skills. Our talks inspire and inform students about the many career options physics offers, showing how physics builds strong analytical and problem-solving abilities valued across many industries. We highlight what STEM research and academia careers look like, but also highlight alternative pathways in manufacturing, finance, data science, teaching and software development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Portable Demonstrations and Lectures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We are passionate about bringing science to life. Our team has extensive experience delivering engaging physics demonstrations for all ages. We offer hands-on activities covering modern physics topics, including nanotechnology, extreme conditions<\/a>, and measuring the speed of light in real time. Many demonstrations are portable, so we can bring them to your school, science festival, or evening event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Modern Physics Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are open to visit us, we can arrange tours of our cutting-edge research and teaching facilities, along with more advanced demonstrations. Explore our Joule Physics Laboratories<\/a>, see state-of-the-art equipment in action, and learn how physicists are tackling challenges from sustainable technologies<\/a> to quantum systems<\/a>. Guided by enthusiastic researchers, you\u2019ll gain a behind-the-scenes look at how today\u2019s science is shaping tomorrow\u2019s world and what studying Physics in a University setting could look like for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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