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Curious about how the universe actually works?

Join the experts from UBC’s Department of Physics and Astronomy to find out fun facts about everything from the Milky Way to radio waves in this new, accessible science series. All are welcome!

April: From Quantum Cosmos to Quantum Computers

In this talk we will explore new ideas about our universe -  how it may be oscillating chaotically while also expanding and contracting - and the complex systems that result from galactic collisions. We will also explore the concept of quantum networks of "qubits", and how we can explain such things using quantum mechanics and Einstein's theory of curved spacetime. 

Presenter: Philip Stamp
Philip Stamp was mostly raised in New Zealand. He was educated in the UK, beginning his academic career in philosophy and literature, but then switching to theoretical physics. Over the years he has worked as a physicist in France, Spain, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Japan, Canada, and the USA, and as a musician in France. In 2002 he returned to Canada to set up the Pacific Institute of Theoretical Physics (PITP), based at UBC. He is presently Prof of Theoretical Physics at UBC, and director of PITP. His research focuses on many different aspects of quantum mechanics, including macroscopic quantum phenomena, and also quantum gravity and quantum cosmology.

Accessibility Information
VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here, please email us at info@vpl.ca.

• Flexible seating options may be available upon request
• The expected noise level is moderate
• Participants may leave the room at any time

For more information on physical access, view the Accessibility information on the Central Library page.