Math Methods for Physics

This weekly study track explores the mathematical tools that can be applied to physics problems. The main text for this study track is Zee's Group Theory in a Nutshell for Physicists (previously Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences by Mary L. Boas). Each week, we pick some book material to cover and/or problems to solve and discuss.

These meetings are primarily question-driven, meaning that we seek to answer each other's questions about problems/topics that we have already given some effort to understand. When we cover new material from the book, at least one volunteer will give a quick summary of that material at the beginning of the meeting before we dive into individual questions. When we solve problems, individuals will present any blockers they had so that the group can help unblock them.

If you have just found this event and don't think you are caught up in material, feel free to still drop in a shadow! Everyone is welcome.

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This event is one of the many other collaborative study tracks in our Physics With Friends community. Check out all of our other events to find additional physics topics that you might want to study together!

Please note that the Math Methods in Physics meetup series is a highly mathematical meetup for everyone who is serious about learning the advanced branches of math and physics that one needs to master in order to deeply understand the tools used in solving real problems. It is not a general discussion group for popular physics topics or sci-fi tangents. For casual physics chat, please attend our regular "Discuss Physics and Make Friends" event, held every third Wednesday of the month.