Gravitational Waves and the Einstein Telescope
Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of gravitational waves and the proposed Einstein Telescope in this engaging lecture by Gideon Koekoek. Delve into the groundbreaking physics discoveries that have captured public imagination, including curved spacetime, black holes, and the evolutionary history of the Universe. Learn how nature repeats the same rules across different scales, making complex physics concepts accessible to all. Gain insights into the exciting discoveries expected in the coming years and understand the importance of Europe's most advanced gravitational wave observatory. Discover how Koekoek, an associate professor of physics at Maastricht University, combines research, education, and outreach to make the mysteries of the Universe understandable and exciting for everyone.
Syllabus
Gravitational waves and the Einstein telescope - with Gideon Koekoek
Taught by
The Royal Institution
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