The Invisible Reality - The Wonderful Weirdness of the Quantum World
Offered By: World Science Festival via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Delve into the fascinating world of quantum physics with this captivating conference talk from the World Science Festival. Join host Alan Alda and a panel of renowned experts, including Brian Greene, Nobel Laureate William Phillips, and other leading thinkers, as they explore the mind-bending concepts of quantum theory. Discover how this revolutionary set of laws, proposed a century ago, has far-reaching implications beyond the atomic scale, from practical applications in modern technology to the possibility of parallel universes. Through accessible multimedia presentations and engaging discussions, unravel the astounding weirdness of the quantum world, covering topics such as probability waves, quantum mechanics' accuracy, Einstein's views on randomness, quantum entanglement, and the information paradox in quantum computing. Gain insights into the ongoing debates and unanswered questions in the field, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for the invisible reality that shapes our universe.
Syllabus
Brian Greene Introduces quantum physics
A throw of the dice dance performance.
Participant Introductions.
Are probability waves real?
Brian Greene on the accuracy of quantum mechanics
Einstein says that nothing is random.
Quantum entanglement
Not enough information in the universe for a 400 bit quantum computer
Is there something missing from Quantum Physics?
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World Science Festival
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