A event on Wednesday 25th June. The event starts at 18:00.
The University of Bristol is delighted to host Prof. Steve Simon to deliver a public lecture on Anyons: New Types of Particles in Quantum Physics.
Prof. Simon is a Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Oxford, and has made major contributions to the fields of quantum physics and quantum computation. He has previously delivered a TED talk on how the mathematics of knots might reveal vital clues in the search for practical quantum computers.
In this talk, Prof. Simon will discuss a new type of particle; the anyon. In his own words:
`Since the early days of quantum mechanics it was believed that only two types of particles exist: bosons (such as photons) and fermions (such as electrons). This rule-of-two follows from the three-dimensional nature of our world. However, when objects are restricted to move in two dimensions, such as on the surface of a table, new types of particles called "anyons" can appear. While originally just a theoretical fantasy, such particles have recently been observed. I will discuss the history and importance of anyons, and recent progress in putting them to practical use.'
The event is free, but registration is required as spaces are limited. Free refreshments will be provided.
Location: Powell Lecture Theatre, School of Physics, H. H. Wills Physics Laboratory, Tyndall Avenue, BS8 1TL
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
Prof. Simon is a Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Oxford, and has made major contributions to the fields of quantum physics and quantum computation. He has previously delivered a TED talk on how the mathematics of knots might reveal vital clues in the search for practical quantum computers.
In this talk, Prof. Simon will discuss a new type of particle; the anyon. In his own words:
`Since the early days of quantum mechanics it was believed that only two types of particles exist: bosons (such as photons) and fermions (such as electrons). This rule-of-two follows from the three-dimensional nature of our world. However, when objects are restricted to move in two dimensions, such as on the surface of a table, new types of particles called "anyons" can appear. While originally just a theoretical fantasy, such particles have recently been observed. I will discuss the history and importance of anyons, and recent progress in putting them to practical use.'
The event is free, but registration is required as spaces are limited. Free refreshments will be provided.
Location: Powell Lecture Theatre, School of Physics, H. H. Wills Physics Laboratory, Tyndall Avenue, BS8 1TL
Entry requirements: no age restrictions
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