The Evolution of Modern Physics
This series aims to unravel the latest developments in physics. We will explore how fundamental theories in this field have helped us to better understand the physical world around us and how groundbreaking experiments have led to the development of the latest technologies.
Throughout this series you’ll be taken on a journey through time to see how our scientific ideas were first conceived, tested, challenged, reshaped, and in some cases reborn. You’ll gain an overview of many exciting fields in physics from quantum mechanics to relativity, from nuclear physics to cosmology. Finally we’ll discuss where the next generation of research and the future of physics might be heading.
The individual lectures
1. Newton vs Einstein and the Geometry of Space-Time (Pawley / 9 Nov)
2. Quantum Mechanics (Westra / 16 Nov)
3. The Building Blocks of the Universe: an Overview of Nuclear and Particle Physics (Williams / 23 Nov)
4. From Sandcastles to Smartphones: the Development of Microchips and Modern Electronic Devices (Carroll / 30 Nov)
5. Cosmology (Westra / 7 Dec)
Karl Dittrich Hall, Student Services Centre
Extra Information
Dates
Wed 9, 16, 23 and 30 Nov and 7 Dec
7.30 to 9.30 pm
Cost whole series
UM students €10
UM employees and students from other schools €25
Others €50
Registration
Click HERE to register for this Lecture Series
About the Lecturer
Chris Pawley, PhD, Assistant Professor of Physics, UM
Ronald Westra, PhD, Associate Professor of Physics and Mathematics, UM
Sarah Williams, PhD, College Lecturer and Fellow in Physics, Cambridge University
Donna Carroll, PhD, Assistant Professor of Physics, UM
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