Moving To Croatia

[jim360]

Hi all

This time next week, I'll be in a different country, starting a physics postdoc in Croatia. Absolutely terrified, frankly. Also means I probably won't be so active on here for a while.

Having said that, I was half thinking of posting regular updates on what I'm up to in the Science section, for those who are interested in hearing about how interesting (read: boring) active research can be.

[dannyk13]

Why Croatia Jim?

[Mamyalynne]

I wish you the very best in your venture Jim, it's also a beautiful country I'm told - yes, please stay in touch.

[ummmm]

It looks like a beautiful country. I would love to go. Well done you.

[MargoTester]

It's a beautiful country- if you are anywhere near Split visit the Diocletian Palace. Good luck in all you do Jim

[LadyCG]

Beautiful country. First place OH and I went together.

[ToraToraTora]

great I'd like to hear about it Jim. PS visit Dubrovnik, apparently that's where a lot of GOT was filmed.

[Chinajan]

How exciting jim! I'll miss your cool voice of reason. Please do post when you're able. All the best with your studies.

[Lie-in King]

Well done - I wish you all the best, Jim & hope you'll keep us informed. Just drop in to say hi, that'll be nice :-)

[wolf63]

Have fun!

Physics is such a disappointing subject - once one has watched Star Trek, Stargate Atlantis etc. Try to invent something like a transportation device. ☺ ♥ ☺

[bednobs]

if you're inventing stuff for wolf, can you invent me a button that when i'm knackered on the sofa of an evening i could press and i'd instantly be in bed, teeth brushed, tablets taken

[Canary42]

Good luck Jim - nice if you keep in touch.

[bednobs]

sorry, forgot to say please

[Rosie29]

You will be missed Jim - but lots of good luck and enjoy your work and I hope you'll have time for an island hopping trip sometime x

[jim360]

"Why Croatia?"

Long story short, because they asked. Applied about 15 months ago, but Covid sort of disrupted things, then I forgot about it over last Summer, then, towards the end of the year, they basically asked if I still wanted the job. A few more delays (Covid/Brexit-related*) I still haven't figured out the answer to that, but there we are. See how it goes, I guess.

I dare say that "no so active" won't be code for "gone altogether". Still, at least during daylight hours I hope I won't be browsing so often!


*NB, this is not a political commentary, it's just a matter of fact that Brexit = more paperwork.

[roopower]

I hope all goes well for you. My sister and brother in law have had several walking holidays in Croatia and love it. They say the people are very friendly and welcoming.

[dannyk13]

Good luck to you Jim.

[Togo]

Well done Jim. Glad that you can put your talents to some serious use. Beautiful Country and rich in legend and historic events. Mediterranean lifestyle on the Adriatic, and all the heroes of the ancient world, mythology, and legend walked the lands. Hope you enjoy it. It will change you.

[Everhelpful]

Best of luck,Jim.

[The Builder]

Do look in and keep us informed if you can, Jim.
I for one would love to get the occasional update on your work.

Best of luck to you.
p.s. If it weren't scary, it probably wouldn't be worth doing ;o)