This course explores the fascinating world of black holes and holographic theories, led by renowned researchers. Participants will learn about the nature of black holes, the concept of holograms in relation to our reality, and how these ideas are reshaping our understanding of the universe. The course covers topics such as the formation of black holes, Hawking radiation, and the information storage capacity of black holes. The teaching method includes presentations, discussions, and visualizations to engage the audience in this mind-bending journey through space and time. This course is intended for individuals interested in astrophysics, theoretical physics, and the cutting-edge theories that challenge our perception of the cosmos.
Overview
Syllabus
Brian Greene's Introduction with Stephen Hawking.
Robbert Dijkgraaf talks about black holes..
Participant Introductions with Alan Alda
Einsteins law of time warps.
Where black holes around when the universe was forming?
Hawking radiation is it coming from the black hole or off the black hole.
How are black holes formed at subatomic levels?
What does a black hole look like?
The panel travels into the black hole.
What you would see if you entered a black hole.
Space falls faster than light.
What is a hologram.
Black holes and information loss.
How much information can a black hole store?
Taught by
World Science Festival
