Name: Frontiers of Quantum Theory
Start: 2016-05-23T
End: 2016-05-23T
Location: The George IV

See how gravity works with a trampoline and probe the micro-organisms in water with just a laser pen! On the night, as well as the talks, our Pint of Science team will demonstrate some fascinating experiments to bring science to life. All the experiments are perfectly safe and can be repeated using household objects.

At this event, you'll also have the chance to win highly-coveted Pint of Science merchandise, including pint glasses and t-shirts. There may even be some Pint of Science tattoos around!

This event is fully accessible.

Quantum Biology

Professor JohnJoe McFadden (Professor of Molecular Genetics, University of Surrey)

What if quantum phenomena are critical to the understanding of the mysteries of life, consciousness, and free will? After the publication in 1999 of the seminal book "Quantum evolution" by Professor JohnJoe McFadden, the field of Quantum Biology rose to prominence, challenging the conventional views on the development of life.
Quantum mechanics has shed light on the way our universe behaves at a fundamental level. In recent years, new data uncovered links between intrinsic quantum behaviour and biological processes, such as photosynthesis.

Quantum Gravity

Professor Fay Dowker (Professor of Theoretical Physics, Imperial College London)

Fay is a theoretical physicist working on the foundations of quantum mechanics; her research is focused on quantum gravity. In her work, Fay addresses one of the biggest mysteries of modern physics – the unified theory of everything and the nature of the space-time continuum. If you are eager to take a journey into the unknown and discover if the space-time continuum is actually continuous be sure not to miss this talk!

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