Dark Energy Rules the Universe and Why the Dinosaurs Don't

Explore the mysteries of dark energy and its profound impact on the universe in this captivating 1-hour 25-minute lecture by Eric Linder, Deputy Director of the Berkeley Center for Cosmological Physics. Delve into fundamental forces of physics, the evolution of dinosaurs, and the mapping of cosmic history. Examine key concepts such as the Hubble Deep Field, Three Pillars of Cosmology, and the Supernova Factory. Investigate intriguing topics like the Iridium Layer, KT Boundary, and periodic analysis. Uncover the secrets of automated telescopes, cosmic rays, and the average distance between galaxies. Explore the accelerating universe, counteracting forces of gravity, and engage with hands-on examples using rubber bands and bowling balls. Gain insights into the cosmological constant, spacetime, and field theory. Conclude with a comprehensive summary of dark energy and its implications for our understanding of the cosmos.

Dark Energy
Why are there steep hills
Fundamental forces of physics
Evolution of the dinosaurs
Map out our history
Hubble Deep Field
Three Pillars of Cosmology
Supernova Factory
US Holmes Quote
Archimedes
The Scientific Chain
The Iridium Layer
The KT Boundary
Iridium
Periodic Analysis
Nemesis of the Death
Automated Telescopes
Cosmic Rays
Average distance between galaxies
Why is the universe accelerating
What is counteracting gravity
The key equation
Rubber band experiment
Springy things
Bowling ball example
All new stuff
Summary of Dark Energy
Triple Ejection Point Science
Cosmological Constant
Zeroes
Spacetime
Field Theory
Vector Fields
Acceleration