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Where Did the Universe Come From? - With Geraint Lewis

Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube

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Cosmology Courses Quantum Mechanics Courses Astrophysics Courses Star Formation Courses Hawking Radiation Courses Big Bang theory Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the origins of the Universe in this comprehensive lecture by Professor Geraint Lewis. Delve into the complexities of modern physics, examining the divide between Einstein's General Theory of Relativity and quantum mechanics. Learn about the historical development of our understanding of the cosmos, the challenges of unifying these two fundamental theories, and their applications in various research areas. Discover the processes of big bang nucleosynthesis, star formation, and element creation. Investigate the future of the universe, the nature of dead stars, and the intricacies of Hawking radiation. Gain insights into how scientists are working to bridge the gap in our knowledge and create a unified theory of the Universe.

Syllabus

Introduction
Historical guide to understanding the Universe
The difference between relativity and quantum mechanics
Uniting the two theories
Categorising research areas using the two theories
Understanding the Universe
Big bang nuclear synthesis
How do we understand what comes out of the big bang?
The balancing act of stars
What's happening in the heart of the Sun?
Getting elements out of stars and into the Universe
The future of the universe
Why don't dead stars collapse?
The struggle in describing Hawking radiation
Closing the chasm of ignorance


Taught by

The Royal Institution

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