Fundamentals - Ten Keys to Reality - A Conversation with Nobel Laureate Frank Wilczek
Offered By: World Science Festival via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Delve into a captivating conversation between Brian Greene and Nobel Laureate Frank Wilczek as they explore the fundamental principles of reality. This two-hour World Science Festival talk covers a wide range of topics, including quantum mechanics, dark matter, cosmology, and consciousness. Gain insights into Wilczek's new book, "Fundamentals: Ten Keys to Reality," and discover how it addresses complex scientific concepts. Learn about the hierarchy problem, supersymmetry, the Hubble tension, and the strong nuclear force. Explore Einstein's theories and the importance of scientific outreach. Hear personal anecdotes about Wilczek's journey in physics, from his first words to his graduate school experiences. Understand the intricacies of quantum chromodynamics (QCD) and T-violation. This thought-provoking discussion offers a unique opportunity to expand your understanding of the universe's fundamental principles and the latest developments in theoretical physics.
Syllabus
Introduction
The Hierarchy Problem
Supersymmetry
Hubble Tension
Nobel Prize
Strong Nuclear Force
Einsteins M
Reaching out
A thin book
Orientation clarity
Juggling
Swimming
First words
Socialization
Graduate School
Physics Education
Quantum Mechanics
QCD
The minus sign
Tviolation
Calculating backgrounds
Taught by
World Science Festival
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