WHAT WE DO
The Physics Society holds a variety of events for physics students and enthusiasts, intended on supplementing your uni experience. It brings together like minded people. With events such as barbecues, guest lectures, and networking nights, there's something here for everyone.
SOCIAL EVENTS
We hold a wide range of social events for physics students and enthusiasts at the University of Sydney. This includes barbecues, trivia nights, coffee catchups, stargazing nights, academic networking nights, panels, and larger events with other societies (i.e end of semester cruises and parties)
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TALK SERIES
We hold regular and special event talks about interesting things happening in physics. Frequently, they'll be about the groundbreaking research being undertaken in the School of Physics. Other times, they'll be on career paths in Physics.
ACADEMIC DINNER
We hold networking nights that bring together industry, academia, and students. This puts into direct contact soon to be graduates and potential employees. It also provides an opportunity for students to learn what career paths are available to them.
OUR TEAM
Physics Society Executive
This is our dedicated team, which works hard to make PhySoc events happen. We organise them, advertise them, and make them possible. We're passionate about bringing people together, and we're here to help.
Jasmyn Curry
President
Hi there! My name is Jasmyn and I'm studying astrophysics and French/francophone studies. Originally I was training to become an actor/musical theater performer, but then my high school physics teacher did his job a little too well and inspired a love that's led me to where I am today: a third year physics student (crazy stuff). Perhaps I'll see you around this year, and whether it's in SciTech or in the SciFi section of a public library I'll be very happy to meet you!
Imasha Fernando
Vice President and Jeremy Puzzles Editor
Hi everyone, I’m Imasha, a third year (when did that happen?) physics student who is interested in pursuing a career in quantum computing. I fell in love with physics at a very young age and, although doing assignments and studying for exams can be a pain, I find the subject very inspiring, and really enjoy learning about it. I’m also very passionate about PhysSoc, and bringing like-minded people together and building a community. Welcome to the club, and hope we will get to meet you at our events!
Manav Kalra
Treasurer
Hey, I’m Manav and I’m an Astrophysics and Finance major just about to start my third year. I’m gonna be honest, I have no idea how I got here, both in this position and this far into my degree. Obviously from my degree I have an interest in space and also apparently enjoy putting myself through hell to maybe do that one day. In my (extremely limited) free time I like bouldering and rock climbing and keep up with too many sports that occur at absurd hours (thank you timezones). These include F1, cricket and football. Uhhh, that’s it, hope to see you around, and buy T-shirts so we can do more cool stuff.
Mary Williams
Secretary
Hi! My name is Mary and I’m a third year student studying astrophysics and French/francophone studies. I fell into physics in high school through a strong interest in maths and never looked back! In my free time you’ll find me listening to music, at the piano, or watching wacky sci-fi movies. I hope to see you at some of our events this year!
Tobias McErlane
Social Media Director
Good Morning, I am Toby, the social media director. I study electrical engineering and Physics, with an interest in Robots, nuclear power, and quantum computing. I love swimming, playing video games, and warhammer 40K.
Joshua Ferguson
Sponsorship Director
Hi! My name is Josh, I’m a third year student studying Astrophysics and data science. I love research and have a vested interest in the stars. Outside of uni I love to get into nature. Spotting a kangaroo or echidna will make my day. Hope to see you around campus!
Stephanie Chen
Art Director
Hello! I’m Stephanie, a second-year biomedical engineering student specialising in nanoscale biotechnology, bionics, and bioelectronics. I’m very passionate about theoretical physics from an artistic perspective, which eventually led me to transition from architecture to pursue engineering. When I’m not immersed in my studies, I love exploring Sydney’s vibrant food scene and discovering new cuisines.
Ritambhara Ganesh
General Executive
Hello, Earthlings! I’m Rita, and I study Space Engineering with an absolute obsession for all things space. The universe is a huge unexplored entity that’s yet to be unraveled, and I want to be a part of making that happen! I aspire to make space exploration more accessible and sustainable. Additionally, I want to help solve the Fermi Paradox - Where are the aliens?
Jasper Littlewood-Brennan
General Executive
Hi, I am Jasper, studying a degree in electrical engineering (power) and science (astrophysics). I am passionate about physics, engineering, philosophy, poetry, and card games. I also enjoy walking my dog Joren and spending time with my family.
Parakh Kotwani
General Executive
I’m Parakh—an aspiring astrophysicist and computer scientist, fascinated by the universe and how tech can unravel its mysteries. When I’m not studying, you’ll find me running, exploring new challenges, and always eager to learn something new!
Vanessa Huang
First Year Representative
Hi! I’m an undergrad studying maths & data science, but I love physics! I’ve dabbled in a bit of astrophotography, having taken a couple of Milky Way images from my backyard for fun. Apart from that, I enjoy fencing (the sport), singing and being chronically online on Ed Discussion :))
Shaun Parasher
First Year Representative
Hallo! I’m Shaun and I’m studying Astrophysics and Mathematics. I enjoy studying physics because it allows me to use mathematics in a very elegant way. I also love the people in Physics and have had a very fun time studying it alongside my friends. I am very enthusiastic about the Physics Society as well as writing in Jeremy.
Peter Lavilles
Jeremy Editor-in-Chief
Heya! I am a fourth year Physics Honours student who loves all things physics. From the mysteries of black holes to the weird quantum world, each part of the universe is endlessly fascinating. I am also an avid music enjoyer, no matter the genre. In my spare time I’ll be noodling around on piano, or playing the bassoon. I can’t wait to read your Jeremy articles!
Mani Shayestehfar
Jeremy Managing Editor
Hey! I am a physics undergraduate and I am currently studying a Masters in pure mathematics. My love for physics started with theoretical cosmology and has now slowly paved its way into representation theory and algebra as I realised I, in fact, actually love the ‘abstraction’ of ideas. Look forward to reading your Jeremy articles and helping design fancy magazines!
Joey Liang
Post-graduate Representative (Subcommittee)
Hola! I am a physics PhD student studying electrical arcs. I actually went to UNSW for my undergrad and I won’t stop talking about how much better the food options are at UNSW compared to USYD. When I am not scratching my head over my own PhD project, you most likely find me at the beach (summer only), playing my sports, at a gig or two or three.
Olivia Silcock
Social Media (Subcommittee)
Hi! I’m Olivia. My love for physics started with maths—there’s something beautiful about how abstract numbers can actually describe the universe. I’ve gone from working on astrophysical projects (think galaxies and cosmic mysteries) to falling for the mathematical strangeness of quantum nanoscience. Outside of lectures and labs, you’ll usually find me swimming, playing piano, or plotting my next trip abroad. And if you ever want to race me in a typing test, I’m game.
Angela Liang
Jeremy Editor (Subcommittee)
Hey everyone! I’m finishing off my third year of physics in semester one, and hopefully going into physics honours in semester two :) It’s been a bit of a journey getting back into physics after a brief affair with an architecture degree, but I’m so excited to be on the Jeremy editing team this year and bring you some more amazing editions. See you around!
Aruna Sathyanarayanan Balaprabhavathi
Jeremy Editor (Subcommittee)
Hey all! I’m a fourth year undergraduate student, doing a Honours in Physics. I got into physics by binge-watching heaps of videos on YouTube while I was in school, and I’m glad I stuck with it so far! I get really excited about applications of physics and its potential to change the future of tech! While I’m not banging my head on a textbook, you’ll probably find me in the middle of bushes, staring at the beauty of nature for hours and hours.. Hope to see y’all around!
Jude Metcalfe
Jeremy Editor (Subcommittee)
Hey! I’m Jude, in my third year studying physics and philosophy, enjoying where it’s taking me so far. Through my long and winding path, I’ve found that I love to study our brain as a physical system, to understand how the beauty of our physics of networks, nonlinear dynamics, and even quantum mechanics come together to see, think, and believe. You’ll often find me at work in SNH, playing squash at Manning courts, or just walking around campus, confused about the lectures I’ve witnessed this week. I don’t bite, but be warned – I have a lot to say! So, if you ever see me, please say hi!
Queenie Pham
Jeremy Editor (Subcommittee)
Hey guys! I'm Queenie, I'm in my first year of physics and neuroscience. I love to be in an interdisciplinary space as I find it revitalising to make connections between seemingly unconnected ideas or concepts. When not studying, I'm known as quite the foodie - I also love hiking and have tried a few tri(athlon)s! I hope to be here for the next few years so I'm very excited to meet everyone!
Dorothy Serenity Nguyen
Jeremy Cover Artist (Subcommittee)
Hi there, I am a just human being who’s constantly reinventing herself with new things she learns on the way, and unlearning outdated versions of myself as I grow. Diving headfirst in these new Physics concepts and working with the team has been an exhilarating experience to me. Besides that, when with my friends, I am described as an Iced tea with a splash of lime – cool, zesty, and a little unexpected. I love surprising my loved ones and making them laugh whenever I enter the room.
Lydia Zhang
Jeremy Artist (Subcommittee)
hihi! I’m an illustrator/designer freshly done with a degree in visual communication, and I’m currently doing freelance work. I love figuring out how I can abstract and portray physics through illustration, and I enjoy expanding the breadth and scope of my creative practice. You can find me home with my cat soggy most of the time, caring for my houseplants <3
Raine Li
Jeremy Artist (Subcommittee)
Hi! I’m Raine, a first year physics student who likes to create digital art in their spare time. My passion for physics emerged from my philosophical curiosities combined with my enjoyment of maths. I’m excited to join the design team this year and see how I could unite my two interests.