Quantum Physics and Universal Beauty
Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the intersection of quantum physics and universal beauty in this captivating 56-minute lecture by Nobel laureate Frank Wilczek at The Royal Institution. Discover how simple questions inspired groundbreaking work in quantum physics and how the quest for deeper order and beauty in the universe has guided great scientific thinkers from Plato to Einstein. Delve into the intertwining of perception, beauty, art, and scientific understanding of the cosmos. Learn about Wilczek's contributions to the discovery of asymptotic freedom in the theory of strong interaction, which earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics. Gain insights into the mind of a renowned theoretical physicist and mathematician as he explores the connections between science, art, and beauty in our understanding of the universe.
Syllabus
Quantum Physics and Universal Beauty - with Frank Wilczek
Taught by
The Royal Institution
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