Gravity-wave astronomy is giving us a dramatically new way to look at our universe – which is why LIGO – the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory – was awarded this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics.
Learn more about LIGO’s discovery and its scientific impact at Patrick Brady’s talk “When Black Holes Collide: Gravitational Waves and the Discovery of the Century,” a free public lecture on Friday, Oct. 6, at 8 p.m. in the Atrium of the Kenwood Interdisciplinary Research Complex, 3135 N. Maryland Ave.
Brady, professor of physics and director of UWM’s Leonard E. Parker Center for Gravitation, Cosmology and Astrophysics, will talk about the LIGO experiment and the role of UWM physicists in the discovery of gravitational waves. He will also explain gravity waves and how they can teach us new things about the universe we live in and seek to understand.
Brady’s talk will be followed by opportunities for informal discussions with faculty and students about recent discoveries and ongoing research. Appetizers and a cash bar will be available.
