By physician referral or invitation only

Motivations and Aspirations: Comparing the goals and interests between physics and other STEM majors

This study understand the different motivations, interests, and goals of students pursuing STEM majors. We want to compare the reasons for why they choose what they want to study. This information can help us understand why the attrition rate of students in physics majors is particularly high.

Age & Gender

  • 18 years ~ 99 years
  • Male, Female, Gender Inclusive

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Location

Thank you for your interest, but this study is recruiting by invitation only.

United States (Nationwide)

Additional Study Information

Principal Investigator

Leah Vazsonyi
Physics and Astronomy

Study Type

Behavioral or Social
Observational

Study Topics

UNC Students (undergrad, grad, professional)

IRB Number

24-2672

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