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ASTRONOMY ON TAP - The Physics of Time Travel

  • Three Taverns 121 New Street Decatur, GA, 30030 United States (map)

Date: Thursday, January 23rd, 8-9:30pm

Speaker: GSU Astrophysics PhD Candidate Julia Falcone

 

The Physics of Time Travel: An Introduction to Einstein’s Theory of Special Relativity

 

Summary: Albert Einstein is one of the most acclaimed and well-known scientists in history. Among his many achievements is the development of the theory of special relativity, which introduces the idea that people experience time differently depending on how fast they’re moving. This talk will explore the significance of special relativity, the science of how it works, and what it can tell us about the possibility of time travel.

 (http://astro.gsu.edu/~jrob/)

No tickets required. Just show up, grab a beer, and learn about cool stuff.

Earlier Event: January 21
TRIVIA NIGHT
Later Event: January 28
TRIVIA NIGHT