Why Physics is Fun, Stimulating, and Can Improve Lives

Explore cutting-edge physics research and its real-world applications in this comprehensive symposium featuring renowned experts. Delve into topics such as Majorana edge modes in topological superconductors with Carlo Beenakker, the new International System of Units with Klaus von Klitzing, and the intersection of the Casimir effect and cosmological constant with Ulf Leonhardt. Discover atom-by-atom engineering of novel states of matter presented by Cristiane Morais Smith, and learn about groundbreaking cancer treatments using nanotechnology from Naomi Halas. This 3-hour and 50-minute symposium showcases how physics can be both intellectually stimulating and impactful in improving lives across various fields.

Kavli Foundation Special Symposium: Why Physics is Fun, Stimulating, and Can Improve Lives