String Theory

James Halverson, an assistant professor of physics at Northeastern, uses data science to study the many possibilities in string theory. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Can machine learning help physicists answer puzzling questions in string theory?

James Halverson, an assistant professor of physics at Northeastern, is working at the intersection of string theory and machine learning to better understand physical laws that govern the universe.

by Brittany Flaherty - contributor August 5, 2019

What do you get a world-renowned physicist for his birthday?

People often receive clothing, books, and gift cards for their birthdays. Northeastern professor Pran Nath is getting a two-day conference focused on the latest research into particle physics and cosmology.

by Laura Castañón May 15, 2019

Think of a flea on a tightrope. You’re unravelling the nature of the universe.

Theoretical physicists at Northeastern have teamed up with network scientists to find a new way to examine the fundamental nature of our universe.

by Laura Castañón March 5, 2019

Transit of Venus and our expanding universe

Tomorrow Venus will pass between the sun and the earth for the first time since 2004 and for the last time until…

by Angela Herring June 4, 2012

Can machine learning help physicists answer puzzling questions in string theory?

What do you get a world-renowned physicist for his birthday?

Think of a flea on a tightrope. You’re unravelling the nature of the universe.

Transit of Venus and our expanding universe

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