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Topology and Physics - Clay Cordova with Edward Witten

Offered By: Institute for Advanced Study via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the intersection of topology and physics in this 27-minute lecture featuring Clay Cordova and Edward Witten from the Institute for Advanced Study. Delve into topics ranging from classical physics and world lines to quantum physics and fermions. Examine the concept of the vacuum, knots, and antiparticles. Discover the principles of topological quantum computing and learn about the basic experiment in this field. Gain insights into the use of precise language in scientific discourse and explore unexpected phenomena such as the Fractional Quantum Hall Effect. Expand your understanding of advanced physics concepts through this engaging discussion between two renowned experts.

Syllabus

Intro
Classical Physics
World Lines
Quantum Physics
Fermion
Neons
The vacuum
Knots
Antiparticles
Topological Quantum Computing
The Basic Experiment
Precise Language
Different or Unexpected
Fractional Quantum Hall Effect


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Institute for Advanced Study

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