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https://lnkd.in/dBezW-dB "They explored and tested the most widely accepted theory to explain how fundamental particles (those which cannot be broken down into any other particles) and forces interact: the Standard Model. And the Standard Model proved to hold in almost all conditions. The only missing ingredient, which had not yet been discovered by a particle collider, was the massive particle predicted by Higgs. The frustration at how elusive the Higgs boson was proving prompted Nobel prize-winning physicist Leon Lederman to give it yet another moniker: the “Goddamn Particle”. This was subsequently shortened to the “God Particle”."

Quantum electrodynamics (QED) has been called the most accurate theory humankind has ever produced. And there’s a Columbian among those who developed this fundamental physics: Julian Schwinger (CC’36; GSAS‘39). The Columbia alum shared the 1965 Nobel Prize in Physics with Richard Feynman and Sin-Itiro Tomonga for their work that combined quantum mechanics with Einstein’s theory of special relativity to establish quantum electrodynamics, which describes how particles and light interact up to the highest energies. Schwinger’s profound influence on modern-day science extends far beyond his Nobel prize-winning work. To commemorate the myriad areas of physics that Schwinger influenced, the Physics Department is launching a Schwinger Lecture series to bring thought leaders in physics to Columbia University. The first Schwinger Lecturer will be given by Frank Wilczek, a protean theoretical physicist at MIT who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2004 for “the discovery of asymptotic freedom in the theory of the strong interaction” and, like Schwinger, has decisively influenced quantum physics across many domains. Wilczek’s lecture, “The Symmetries of Time,” will be on April 15 at 4:00 pm in the World Room in Pulitzer Hall. https://lnkd.in/eNruwggC

Max Karl Ernst Ludwig Planck (1858–1947) was a German theoretical physicist who made significant contributions to the field of physics. His groundbreaking work on Quantum Theory earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918. Here are some key points about Max Planck: - Quantum Theory: Planck is best known for originating the concept of energy quanta, which fundamentally transformed our understanding of atomic and subatomic processes. His work laid the foundation for quantum mechanics, a theory that revolutionized physics in the 20th century. - Early Life and Education: Born in Kiel, Germany in 1858, Planck came from a family with a strong tradition of scholarship and devotion to church and state. He excelled in physics and mathematics during his education at the Maximilian Gymnasium in Munich. - Career and Contributions: Planck held academic positions at various universities, including the University of Munich and the University of Berlin. His research focused on topics such as black-body radiation and the theory of relativity. His work on the quantization of energy led to the development of quantum mechanics. - Legacy: Alongside Albert Einstein, Planck's theories reshaped our understanding of the physical world. His contributions continue to impact science, technology, and philosophy to this day. Max Planck's dedication to scientific inquiry and his role in shaping modern physics make him a remarkable figure in the history of science. #inspirationalquote #motivationalquote #wisdomquotes #lifelesson #positivethoughts #positivemind

The ATLAS Collaboration mourns the passing of renowned physicist Peter Higgs, whose theoretical work on elucidating the fundamental mechanism by which elementary particles acquire mass reshaped our understanding of the Universe. The manifestation of this mechanism as a new particle – the Higgs boson – laid the foundation for decades of research. The mechanism, relying on a new field and spontaneous symmetry-breaking, was first proposed in 1964 by Peter Higgs at the University of Edinburgh and, independently, by Robert Brout and François Englert at the Université Libre de Bruxelles and physicists at Imperial College London. It would take nearly half a century for their theory to be experimentally confirmed. In 2012, the ATLAS and CMS Experiments at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC) detected the long-sought Higgs boson. Peter Higgs and François Englert themselves were present at the announcement of this historic discovery at CERN (Robert Brout had passed away in 2011). This momentous achievement not only confirmed the existence of the particle but also solidified a place in science history for Higgs, Brout and Englert, as well as other theorists publishing related work in 1964. In recognition of their contributions, Peter Higgs and François Englert were jointly awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2013. Their theoretical work and the discovery of the Higgs boson stand out as an example of the deep consequences of mathematical symmetries in the physical world. “Peter Higgs leaves behind a monumental legacy, defined not only by his scientific achievements but also by his inspiring personality,” says Andreas Hoecker, ATLAS Spokesperson. “The ATLAS Collaboration aspires to honour his memory by embodying the spirit of curiosity he exemplified — especially in our efforts to unlock the secrets of the particle named after him, and the mysteries of the underlying mechanism of mass generation.” https://lnkd.in/dYYEcKrz

Having read some of his work, Peter Higgs, the physicist renowned for proposing the existence of the Higgs boson, commonly known as the "God particle," led a life marked by humility and dedication to his craft. Despite the widespread fame associated with his work, Higgs remained notably private throughout his career, avoiding the limelight and preferring to share credit for his groundbreaking discoveries. His reluctance to claim sole ownership of the term "God particle" exemplified his humility and aversion to personal acclaim. In 1964, Higgs, along with other groups of physicists, independently proposed the existence of this elementary particle, which plays a crucial role in giving mass to other particles. This proposal addressed experimental observations that contradicted existing theories of particle physics, presenting a significant challenge that required adherence to established theoretical frameworks. Higgs's contributions to science were profound, yet his success and recognition varied depending on perspective, highlighting the complex nature of academic achievement in the 21st century. #PeterHiggs #Physicist #HiggsBoson #GodParticle #Humility #Dedication #PrivateLife #CreditSharing #GroundbreakingDiscoveries #Reluctance #PersonalAcclaim #1964Proposal #ElementaryParticle #Mass #ExperimentalObservations #TheoreticalFrameworks #ScientificContributions #AcademicAchievement #ComplexNature

Birth of Quantum Theory #OnThisDay 14th December in1900, German physicist Max Planck published his groundbreaking study of the effect of radiation on a “blackbody” substance, and the quantum theory of modern physics was born. Through physical experiments, Planck demonstrated that energy, in certain situations, can exhibit characteristics of physical matter. According to theories of classical physics, energy is solely a continuous wave-like phenomenon, independent of the characteristics of physical matter. Planck’s theory held that radiant energy is made up of particle-like components, known as “quanta.” The theory helped to resolve previously unexplained natural phenomena such as the behavior of heat in solids and the nature of light absorption on an atomic level. In 1918, Planck was awarded the Nobel Prize in physics for his work on blackbody radiation. Other scientists, such as Albert Einstein, Niels Bohr, Louis de Broglie, Erwin Schrodinger and Paul M. Dirac, advanced Planck’s theory and made possible the development of quantum mechanics—a mathematical application of the quantum theory that maintains that energy is both matter and a wave, depending on certain variables. Quantum mechanics thus takes a probabilistic view of nature, sharply contrasting with classical mechanics, in which all precise properties of objects are, in principle, calculable. Today, the combination of quantum mechanics with Einstein’s theory of relativity is the basis of modern physics.

88 years ago, Erwin Schrödinger unveiled his thought-provoking experiment, Schrödinger's cat. 🐱 This concept of a cat being alive and dead at the same time, Superposition as we know it, is a fundamental concept that distinguishes quantum computing from traditional computing. #QuantumPhysics #SchrödingersCat #Superposition

It is really interesting these topics. The physics concepts are related more to life itself than we thought. After my course I’m convinced how fundamental are being humble and open to others perspectives.

In Niels Bohr’s theory of the atom, electrons absorb and emit radiation of fixed wavelengths when jumping between fixed orbits around a nucleus. The theory provided a good description of the spectrum created by the hydrogen atom, but needed to be developed to suit more complicated atoms and molecules. Assuming that matter (e.g., electrons) could be regarded as both particles and waves, in 1926 Erwin Schrödinger formulated a wave equation that accurately calculated the energy levels of electrons in atoms. Erwin Schrödinger – Facts. NobelPrize.org. Nobel Prize Outreach AB 2023. Wed. 29 Nov 2023. <https://lnkd.in/d8gPJG8k>

I’ve been messing about with physics, quaternions, path integrals, ML-AI and the stock market towards building a better analytical engine for rent seeking in the stock market. I always find it fascinating that imaginary numbers have real world applications and that by ´running some mathematical operations on imaginary numbers, one is lead to a real number’. I find it even more fascinatiing that the foundation of ´Rocket Science’ (Quantumn Mechanics) are infact the formulation of men’s imaginings. That probabilty statements take centre stage towards deriving deterministic relationships to shift perception from correlation to causality. Statistics really is the science of observation and probability can be very useful when you are not sure what it is you are looking at. Uncertainty is akin to risk. In terms if Theory of Mind, it is akin to making the wrong decision to then consequently act inappropriately given the circumatances. There is also the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principal which basically posits that everything is always moving(vibrating) and that there is a trade-off in certainty between knowing the position of something and it’s momentum(the rate at which it changes its position and direction of movement). In terms of Schrodinger’s Cat, movement ceases when the cat is dead and that can only be detemined by observation and no thinking outside of the box will give an answer because the forces of life and death are in the box. Nothing outside the box can have one infer what’s going on in the box. So one really needs to get into it… And see… In the terms of forms(imaginings, imaginary numbers), there is information and outformation. It takes outformation(the creative act or the creation istself, real things/numbers) to materialize thoughts(imaginary numbers) into a physical configurations(real numbers). This little dialectism I’ve outlined above, constantly floods my mind as I move through life tryna figure out what to do next. And the waves of dialogue between an individuals split concious are in constant superposition until one makes an observation that collapses the wave functions into one. A confirmation bias of sorts towards one possibility given others. A confirmation bias that is simply confirmation without bias. Certainly. And thereafter, there is certainty and then one can do what’s on their mind, in reality, with certainty. This hand wavey maths is also what gets men and women to space and back to earth in the face of uncertainty. Aint that fascinating?