IN SHORT 70 years of discoveries at CERN Discovery of W and Z bosons in 1983 Revolution in particle detection with the multi-wire proportional chamber in 1968 Significant impact on electroweak theory The LHC as a fundamental exploration tool Advances in particle physics and their societal application Celebrations and new research projects in 2024 The … Read more
IN BRIEF Wave-particle duality: a fundamental concept in physics. Light behaves as both a wave and a particle. Examples of experiments: diffraction and interference. Associated with each particle is a specific wave (wavelength). The wave model and the particle model apply depending on context. Implications in the structure of the atom. Importance of science communication … Read more
IN BRIEF Holographic principle: central concept in theoretical physics. Proposes that the information of a system can be represented on its surface rather than in its volume. Related to the study of black holes and their event horizon. Indicates a relationship between gravity and quantum. Suggests that our universe might be similar to a hologram. … Read more
IN BRIEF Nuclear physics: study of the atomic nucleus and its interactions. Binding energy: energy required to disassociate the nucleus into nucleons. Properties and structure of the atomic nucleus analyzed through various research axes. Nuclear reactions: fission and fusion, the foundation of nuclear energy. Applications: energy, medicine, agronomy, and scientific research. Impact of radioactivity in … Read more
IN SHORT Definition: State of a material at very low temperature capable of conducting an electric current without resistance. Meissner effect: Expulsion of magnetic fields when transitioning to a superconducting state. Applications: Transporting electricity without energy loss, magnetic levitation, magnetic resonance imaging. Fascinating properties: Indefinite current circulation in a superconducting ring. Challenges: Understanding superconductivity mechanisms … Read more
IN BRIEF Two approaches to physics: Classical Mechanics and Quantum Mechanics Classical Mechanics: motion of macroscopic bodies (laws of Newton) Quantum Mechanics: study of subatomic particles and their behaviors. Importance of energy quantization in quantum mechanics. Orbitals: description of the electron cloud and the probability of presence of a particle. Convergence between the two mechanics … Read more
IN SHORT Quantum mechanics and general relativity: two major theories of physics. Mathematical incompatibility between the two theories. The issue of unifying gravity and quantum mechanics. General relativity describes gravitation on a large scale. Quantum mechanics operates at the subatomic scale. The challenges of a unified theory within the universe. The need to reconcile these … Read more
IN BRIEF Flight controller: manages the engines to ensure stability. Forces in flight: balance between lift and gravity. Drone geometry: structure in parallelepiped with 4 engines equipped with propellers. Flight balance: management of pitch and roll movements. Hovering: lift force generated by the rotation of the propellers. Stability: maintained by sensors and appropriate commands. Quadcopter … Read more
IN BRIEF Recommended podcasts for discovering physics. Varied topics, from elementary particles to astrophysics. Renowned speakers, including researchers and science communicators. Accessible and engaging format, ideal for all levels. Supplementary resources to deepen knowledge. Podcasts have become a valuable tool for those wishing to learn and get introduced to physics. Due to their accessible and … Read more
IN BRIEF Definition: Celestial objects in intense gravitational fields. Formation: Collapse of a massive star at the end of its life. Singularity: Central point where mass is concentrated. Dark matter and dark energy: Mysteries related to their presence around black holes. General relativity: Theoretical framework for studying the properties of black holes. X-ray telescopes: Tools … Read more