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Dear Parents, Teachers, Administrators, and Friends,
Saturday Morning Physics introduces students and community members to current topics in physical science, presented by scientists active in research. We seek to educate, entertain, and inspire. We offer this program free to the participants; it is funded by Florida State University. Over the years, thousands of students of all ages have enjoyed Saturday Morning Physics, learning and benefiting from the opportunity to interact directly with working scientists.
Please help us by distributing information about this year’s program. The first presentation will be Saturday, October 7. All presentations will be delivered in person, and more information is available on the website https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fphysics.fsu.edu%2fsaturday-morning-physics&c=E,1,AYuWTi7gzXOqGt4BYlSPv13mSAmY3Pkn0TTZ-ZD8imbAb-zCr_JfhgntTuVtsIA7U8OABugSfdpoitepcQVnM0ntE4Xviyc73XiH44H4T_4tbvVKglIcW2rWZZs,&typo=1. Please encourage students to attend! The Physics Department will provide attendance records for teachers who want to consider Saturday Morning Physics for extra credit.
The schedule (below) is available online at https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fphysics.fsu.edu%2fsaturday-morning-physics&c=E,1,EdXvf_J8VQCEiNUaG0RiVM5H_upHaUgYg7o4RrzJw2L7Im70eeq0NLgmhvCKDOl-KhfwSOlemeDvIQ-tpv6LjLAkDJPAZreJZEbrSaocVofz71mVfdBrUKkxrROq&typo=1 and may easily be found by searching for “FSU Saturday Morning Physics.” Sessions start at 9:30 and run until about 11:15 am.
10/7/2023
Physics + Art: Waves
Catch the wave with these spectacular demonstrations of the physics of all types of waves, from the ocean to the radio, and learn how to visualize them!
Dr. Sean Dobbs
Dr. Sara Shields
10/14/2023
Particle Physics: Understanding the Universe from the Subatomic Scale Learn of the discoveries that informed our understanding of the fundamental forces of nature, and what the future may hold!
Dr. Ted Kolberg
Dr. Daniel Pershey
Dr. Kohsaku Tobioka
10/21/2023
Materials Research for Energy Conversion Applications
The search for clean and renewable energy production methods is directly related to discovery of novel materials and composites with desired structural and electronic properties. Thermoelectric devices, which allow for direct energy conversion between heat and electricity, have a unique place in this effort. Learn about the characteristics that make them ideal for applications including electricity generation in extreme and remote environments.
Dr. Guangxin Ni
Dr. Kaya Wei
10/28/2023
Forging Elements in Exploding Stars and in the Lab
Discover how exploding stars made us all, and how we study nuclear processes here on Earth. Additionally, a tour of the accelerator lab at Florida State University will be given..
Dr. Kevin Fossez
Dr. Mark Spieker
11/4/2023
From Quantum Weirdness to Next-Generation Technology
Join us for an engaging exploration of the enigmatic world of quantum mechanics. From the curious properties of quantum superpositions and entanglement to the groundbreaking potential of quantum computers, prepare to step into a realm where traditional physics principles are defied, paving the way for the next generation of technological innovations.
Dr. Nicholas Bonesteel
Dr. Cyprian Lewandowski
Dr. Peng Xiong
11/11/2023
How the James Webb Space Telescope and Other Observatories See the Universe
Explore the Universe from sub-atomic particles to black holes to clusters of galaxies. See how tools like the James Webb Space Telescope, microwave-frequency telescopes, and the LIGO gravitational wave detectors test the extremes of natural laws.
Dr. Kevin Huffenberger
Dr. David Collins
Feel free to contact me ([log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>) if you have further questions.
Best regards,
Sean Dobbs
Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, Florida State University
ph: +1-850-645-3812 email: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
Laticia Shaw-Hall
Administrative Assistant
Department of Physics
315 Keen Building
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL 32306
Phone: (850) 644-2868
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*Work Remotely on Wednesdays and Fridays
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