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DASHEN MEMORIAL LECTURE - BARRY BARISH -- 2017 NOBEL PRIZE IN PHYSICS
The discovery of gravitational waves, predicted by Einstein in 1916, is now enabling important tests of the theory of general relativity, as well as beginning multi-messenger astronomy: the combined observations of astrophysical phenomena using electromagnetic radiation, gravitational waves and neutrinos. Plans and prospects for gravitational wave science will be explored.
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Barry Clark Barish (born January 27, 1936) is an American experimental physicist and Nobel Laureate. He is a Linde Professor of Physics, emeritus at California Institute of Technology. He is a leading expert on gravitational waves. In 2017, Barish was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics along with Rainer Weiss and Kip Thorne "for decisive contributions to the LIGO detector and the observation of gravitational waves". In 2018, he joined the faculty at University of California, Riverside, becoming the university's second Nobel Prize winner on the faculty.
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Roger Frederick Dashen (May 5, 1938 in Grand Junction, Colorado – May 25, 1995 in La Jolla) was an American theoretical physicist who studied particle physics and quantum field theory.
Dashen studied physics at the Harvard University (where he also played in the football team), where he graduated "summa cum laude" in 1960. Then he went to Caltech, where he earned his PhD in 1964. After that, he was a professor at Caltech in 1967 and the Institute for Advanced Study in 1969. In 1986, he became a professor at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) in 1988 was Head of Faculty. He played a leading role in the establishment of a supercomputer center at UCSD and in the establishment of the Institute for Theoretical Physics of the National Science Foundation at the University of California, Santa Barbara.
In the 1960s he worked partly in collaboration with Murray Gell-Mann with current algebras of particle physics and models with chiral symmetry. In 1964, he worked on S-matrix methods to calculate electromagnetic corrections to strong interactions, including the mass difference between protons and neutrons with Steven Frautschi. In the 1970s, he studied with Brosl Hasslacher and André Neveu quantum field theoretical model theories (such as the Sine-Gordon model and the Gross-Neveu model) for extended particles and semiclassical approximations ([WKB approximation]) for their analysis.They developed the Dashen-Hasslacher-Neveu method (DHN) for quantization of solitons using path integrals. After the discovery of instantons in the quantum (QCD) by Polyakov, he examined it with David Gross and Curtis Callan. In the 1980s, he worked with lattic
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The search for life in the universe is undergoing a profound renewal. Thanks to the discovery of thousands of planets orbiting other stars, the introduction of new observing technologies, and increased support from both public and private sectors, a new science of searching for “techno-signatures” is emerging.
Dr. Adam Frank (University of Rochester, author of Light of the Stars: Alien Worlds and the Fate of Earth) will unpack this frontier area, discussing what counts as a techno-signature; how to be systematic in thinking about exo-civilizations and their evolution; what techno-signatures can tell us about our own future. He believes that within the next few decades we will likely have actual data relevant to the question life, perhaps even the intelligent kind, in the universe.
Dr. Adam Frank is a leading expert on the final stages in the evolution for stars like the Sun, but his current work also focuses on life in the universe. His research group at the University of Rochester has developed advanced supercomputer tools for studying how stars form and how planets evolve. His most recent book is Light of the Stars: Alien Worlds and the Fate of the Earth, which won the 2019 Phi Beta Kappa Award for Science.
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He has written two other books, The Constant Fire: Beyond the Religion and Science Debate, and About Time: Cosmology and Culture at the Twilight of the Big Bang. He is the co-founder of the blog 13.8 on BigThink.com and an on-air commentator for NPR’s All Things Considered. He has contributed pieces to the New York Times, NBC, The Washington Post and elsewhere, and served as the science consultant for Marvel’s Doctor Strange. Frank’s work in public outreach was recently honored via the American Physical Society’s 2020 Joseph A. Burton Forum Award.
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Adam Riess is a renowned astrophysicist recognized for his groundbreaking research on the expansion of the universe with the 2011 Nobel Prize in physics Through extensive measurements and collaborations with other scientists, Riess discovered an intriguing tension in the size of the universe's expansion, which has steadily grown over the past decade. These results, reaching a significant level of more than 5 sigma, revealed an unexpected phenomenon: the rate of the universe's expansion seems to differ based on whether one starts from the beginning shortly after the big bang or from the present. This unexpected autonomy in the expansion challenged the traditional cosmological model, which tells the story of the universe's evolution from its inception to its current state. Riess's research has generated suspicion among many scientists, leading them to question whether the cosmological model itself needs revision. In his pursuit of unraveling the mysteries of the universe, Riess reminds us that advanced technology may often be mistaken for something magical.
On this episode of INTO THE IMPOSSIBLE Riess explores the challenges of measuring distances in the universe and the discrepancies between measurements of the expansion rate of the universe first observed by Edwin Hubble namesake of The Hubble Constant, a pillar of cosmology. From the use of parallax (dating back to ancient Greece) to the use of Cepheid variables and Type 1a supernovae, Riess takes listeners on a journey through the cosmic distance ladder and the problem of the variation in the measurement of the Hubble constant known as the Hubble Tension. The possible role of dark energy is discussed, opening up new avenues for scientific investigation. Riess shares insights into the concept of the cosmological principle, and how it is challenged by the Hubble Tension.
The conversation touches on peak experiences, the awe-inspiring encounters with nature that trigger moments of gratitude and curiosity, and the importance of sustaining these feelings in scientific exploration.
Riess highlights the empirical nature of observational cosmology and the need for continued data collection and refining of models. Black holes, gravitational lensing, and Adam’s motivations to pursue precision science are discussed.
[00:00:59] Adam Riess proved Einstein wrong.
[00:07:21] Struggling with experiment results, seeking the truth.
[00:10:22] How to measure the expansion rate of the Universe.
[00:18:11] Peak experiences evoke awe and gratitude. Scientists may become desensitized to these feelings. Can curiosity be cultivated and sustained?
[00:22:11] Astroscientist praises author's writing in web paper.
[00:23:34] Measuring distances in the universe using parallax.
[00:29:21] Observational cosmology relies on empirical calibration tools and training sets to measure the properties of celestial objects.
[00:32:46] In 1998, distant supernovae showed the universe's acceleration. Researchers now use the James Webb Space Telescope to study cepheid variables, but The Hubble tension persists.
[00:38:21] Claims made by Subir Sarkar suggest a revision of the cosmological principle and challenge the consensus on dark energy.
[00:43:42] Looking at distant objects confirms Einstein's theory of general relativity through observations of gravitational lensing.
[00:51:19] James Webb Telescope surprised astronomers with galaxies that are older than expected.
[00:54:42], Theoretical implications of the Hubble Tension measurements
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Is math real? How to bake pi? And how much is x+y, really?
Many people don't like math because they find it too complicated or boring. But math can actually be a lot of fun, and we can find it everywhere in life, even in the most mundane things like baking. And it is through baking that today's guest, Eugenia Cheng, decided to rid the world of math phobia.
Dr. Cheng is a renowned mathematician, educator, author, and concert pianist. She's a scientist in residence at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where she teaches mathematics to art students. She is an expert in category theory and has recently published a book, Is Math Real?, which we will discuss in detail today!
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In this live in-studio episode of The INTO THE IMPOSSIBLE, host Brian Keating sat down with renowned science fiction author, Kim Stanley Robinson, to discuss his fist major non-fiction work, The High Sierra: A Love Story. Equal parts memoir, guidebook, geology tutorial, and historiography, in High Sierra, Robinson describes the geological forces that shaped the Sierras and the history of its exploration, going back to the indigenous peoples who made it home and whose traces can still be found today in the knapping fields of obsidian chips. He celebrates the people whose ideas and actions protected the High Sierra for future generations. He describes uniquely beautiful hikes and the trails to be avoided. Robinson’s own life-altering events, defining relationships, and unforgettable adventures form the narrative’s spine. And he illuminates the human communion with the wild and with the sublime, including the personal growth that only seems to come from time spent outdoors.
Stan reveals his writing process (he treats it as a job and doesn’t “wait” for inspiration). Keating and Robinson also discuss Robinson's book, "Galileo's Dream" exploring one of Professor Keating’s heroes and the lessons Stan learned from researching the great scientist.
Robinson emphasizes the importance of melding science and art, arguing that the split between them is due to a lack of understanding and a unified approach is essential to the progress of humanity. He defends John Muir against accusations of racism, and mistreatment of Native Americans, pointing out Muir's desire to preserve the Sierras, his recognition of Native American stewardship and his admonitions to get outside.
Host Keating even gets feedback on his science fiction novel pitch.
Kim Stanley Robinson is a New York Times bestseller and winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and Locus awards. He is the author of more than twenty books, including the bestselling Mars trilogy and the critically acclaimed 2312, Shaman, New York 2140, and The Ministry for the Future. He traveled in Antarctica twice, courtesy of the US National Science Foundation. In 2008, he was named a “Hero of the Environment” by Time magazine, and he works with the Sierra Nevada Research Institute. He lives in Davis, California.
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[00:32:39] Moon tourism: a unique economic opportunity
[00:36:32] Childhood friend's innovative contributions to backpacking industry.
[00:45:22] Reading proves Muir mostly not racist.
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This episode of INTO THE IMPOSSIBLE with Sasha Sagan is perfect for Mother’s Day. Sasha, the daughter of Carl Sagan and Ann Druyan, reconnected with the lessons of her parents once she became a mother herself. Her debut book, “For Small Creatures Such As We,” blends memoir with historical research while also providing a map for us all to incorporate rituals into our lives and families.
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We began by discussing the book title itself and she revealed that a lot of work went into the subtitle, “Rituals for Finding Meaning in Our Unlikely World,” which actually varies for publication in other countries. The main title is a partial quote from Carl Sagan’s only work of fiction, the seminal “Contact,” but Sasha revealed that her mother actually wrote the line: “For small creatures such as we, the vastness is bearable only through love.”
Speaking with Sasha reminded me that in my recent interview with Mario Livio, we talked about the book “Galileo’s Daughter” by Dava Sobel. Reading the writings of these daughters of scientific giants is an immense privilege. My recent discussion with author Sarah Scoles also seems remarkably connected, as she wrote “Making Contact,” a biography of Dr. Jill Tarter, who provided inspiration for the main character in “Contact.”
A common theme of the INTO THE IMPOSSIBLE podcast is the intersection of science and religion, and Sasha is full of insight. Her research into how many rituals are inextricably tied to natural events reinvigorates the wonder rather than quashing it.
“The thing about relying on science as your worldview is that it’s missing cuisine and expressions and holidays,” she says. “I love to mark time and I find it very soothing. That’s something ritual provides and allows us to process change.”
The idea of combining the wonder that comes from science with the community that comes from religion shouldn’t seem revolutionary, it is in fact the way it has always been. But that seems to have been lost over the centuries. The fact that rituals don’t require faith to be meaningful reminds me of a quote from Aristotle, “You are what you repeatedly do.”
The rest of this quote, “Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit,” also resonates with me. Could rituals as Sasha describes them be stronger than habits or willpower?
As with every discussion these days, COVID-19 crept into ours. When Sasha wrote that we should celebrate uncertainty in her debut book published in October 2019, she had no idea how prophetic that would be. Now, with her book tour essentially cancelled, she has a related lesson to share — to be grateful for the people you love. Rituals and holiday
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