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Gravitational waves: Nature's secrets

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The Royal Institution

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  • Event
    Academia & Research
  • From: Sep 21, 06:00 PM
    To: Sep 21, 07:30 PM

About

  • Physicist and gravitational wave expert Gideon Koekoek is on a mission to demystify the complexities of physics, so that everyone can understand the revolutionary experiments being done by physicists every day.
  • Pioneering physics discoveries often catch the public eye, such as the discovery of gravitational waves in 2015. Curved spacetime, black holes, and the evolutionary history of the Universe speak immensely to the imagination of the general public as well as science enthusiasts, and yet physics is still perceived as a discipline only accessible for the intellectual elite. Gideon sets out to show that physics is as fun and understandable as it is tremendously exciting, and it is high time we make nature’s mysteries accessible to all.
  • Gideon will let us in on the secret that nature repeats the same rules over and over again, so that once we understand one case, we can understand more abstract areas too. He will prepare you to fully appreciate, and understand, the exciting discoveries that are coming our way in the next few years.
  • With thanks to our partnership with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for this event.
  • Price:£16/£10, Ri Members or Ri Patrons: £7

When & where

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21

Date and Time

Sep 21, 06:00PM

The Royal Institution

The Ri is an independent charity that inspires everyone to think more deeply about science and its place in our lives.

Fashion & Arts
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11-50
Employees
1799
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Royal Institution is an independent charity dedicated to connecting people with the world of science. Science shapes our lives, our culture and the world around us. It’s the medical treatment that may save your life. It’s the device in your pocket that connects you to the world. And it’s how we will solve the major global challenges of the future. Our mission is to harness science for the maximum benefit of society. The importance of our mission cannot be overstated. It was recognised by the 58 wealthy individuals who founded the Ri in 1799 and is just as relevant today. But to achieve the full benefits of what science has to offer, we must ensure that there is a healthy interaction between science and society – something we have pioneered for more than 200 years. There are multiple ways to get involved and support the Ri and to think more deeply about the wonders and applications of science.

Benefits

  • 10% discount in Ri Cafe

  • A group pension scheme based on a matched contribution of up to 7% of salary

  • Opportunity for hybrid working where business need allows

  • Annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus all public holidays

  • Enhanced sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption pay