Coming to Grips With Gravity

Explore the cutting-edge research and unanswered questions surrounding gravity in this 1 hour 26 minute panel discussion from the World Science Festival. Delve into the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy, and how they challenge our understanding of this fundamental force. Learn about the historical development of gravitational theories, from Newton to Einstein, and examine how modern physics grapples with reconciling gravity and quantum mechanics. Discover the latest experimental approaches to studying gravity, including gravitational wave detection and black hole research. Join expert physicists as they discuss potential modifications to existing theories, the role of gravity in cosmology, and speculative concepts like warp drives. Gain insights into how our understanding of gravity shapes our view of the universe and the frontiers of physics research.

Richard Panek Introduction
What is gravity?
A brief history of gravity
Space is fluctuating
Einstein and his equations
What changes in the 60's for science
Science and it's social development
How does dark matter fit in to gravity?
Why does dark energy get invoked in gravity?
Experimenters don't care?
What other phenomenon can create gravitational waves?
Black holes are amazing
Do all quantum mechanical process take place in space time?
What are your thoughts on a warp drive?
Does dark energy relate to dark matter?