Parhaat Physics World Podcastit (2024)

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The physics of ice cream: food scientist Douglas Goff talks about this remarkable material 40:39

5h ago40:39

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December might be dark and chilly here in the northern hemisphere, but it’s summer south of the equator – and for many people that means eating ice cream. It turns out that the physics of ice cream is rather remarkable – as I discovered when I travelled to Canada’s University of Guelph to interview the food scientist Douglas Goff. He is a leading e…

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From physics to filmmaking: Mark Levinson on his new documentary, The Universe in a Grain of Sand 1:00:05

13d ago1:00:05

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In this episode of Physics World Stories, host Andrew Glester interviews Mark Levinson, a former theoretical particle physicist turned acclaimed filmmaker, about his newest work, The Universe in a Grain of Sand. Far from a conventional documentary, Levinson’s latest project is a creative work of art in its own right – a visually rich meditation on …

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Mikhail Lukin and Dolev Bluvstein explain how they used trapped atoms to create 48 logical qubits 39:18

7d ago39:18

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One half of the Physics World 2024 Breakthrough of the Year has been awarded to Mikhail Lukin, Dolev Bluvstein and colleagues at Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and QuEra Computing for demonstrating quantum error correction on an atomic processor with 48 logical qubits. In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podca…

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Hartmut Neven talks about Google Quantum AI’s breakthrough in quantum error correction 32:50

7d ago32:50

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One half of the Physics World 2024 Breakthrough of the Year has been awarded to Hartmut Neven and colleagues at Google Quantum AI and their collaborators for implementing quantum error correction below the surface code threshold in a superconducting chip. In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast, Neven talks about Google’s new Willow qua…

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Exploring this year’s best physics research in our Top 10 Breakthroughs of 2024 28:24

14d ago28:24

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This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast features a lively discussion about our Top 10 Breakthroughs of 2024, which include important research in nuclear physics, quantum computing, medical physics, lasers and more. Physics World editors explain why we have made our selections and look at the broader implications of this impressive body of …

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How the UK Metamaterials Network supports scientific and commercial innovation 27:54

21d ago27:54

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This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast explores the science and commercial applications of metamaterials with Claire Dancer of the University of Warwick and Alastair Hibbins of the University of Exeter. They lead the UK Metamaterials Network, which brings together people in academia, industry and governmental agencies to support and expan…

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Astronomers can play an important role in explaining the causes and consequences of climate change, says astrophysicist 36:44

28d ago36:44

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Climate science and astronomy have much in common, and this has inspired the astrophysicist Travis Rector to call on astronomers to educate themselves, their students and the wider public about climate change. In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast, Rector explains why astronomers should listen to the concerns of the public when engagi…

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Top tips for physics outreach from a prize winner, making graphene more sustainable 34:53

1M ago34:53

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In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast I am in conversation with Joanne O’Meara, who has bagged a King Charles III Coronation Medal for her outstanding achievements in science education and outreach. Based at Canada’s University of Guelph, the medical physicist talks about her passion for science communication and her plans for a new s…

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Space travel: the health effects of space radiation and building a lunar GPS 53:53

1M ago53:53

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We are entering a second golden age of space travel – with human missions to the Moon and Mars planned for the near future. In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast we explore two very different challenges facing the next generation of cosmic explorers. First up, the radiation oncologist James Welsh chats with Physics World’s Tami Freema…

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Trailblazer: Astronaut Eileen Collins reflects on space, adventure, and the power of lifelong learning 38:55

1M ago38:55

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In this episode of Physics World Stories, astronaut Eileen Collins shares her extraordinary journey as the first woman to pilot and command a spacecraft. Collins broke barriers in space exploration, inspiring generations with her courage and commitment to discovery. Reflecting on her career, she discusses not only her time in space but also her lif…

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How to boost the sustainability of solar cells 31:54

2M ago31:54

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In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast I explore routes to more sustainable solar energy. My guests are four researchers at the UK’s University of Oxford who have co-authored the “Roadmap on established and emerging photovoltaics for sustainable energy conversion”. They are the chemist Robert Hoye; the physicists Nakita Noel and Pascal…

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Peter Hirst: MIT Sloan Executive Education develops leadership skills in STEM employees 36:15

2M ago36:15

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Physicists and others with STEM backgrounds are sought after in industry for their analytical skills. However, traditional training in STEM subjects is often lacking when it comes to nurturing the soft skills that are needed to succeed in managerial and leadership positions. Our guest in this podcast is Peter Hirst, who is Senior Associate Dean, Ex…

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Julia Sutcliffe: chief scientific adviser explains why policymaking must be underpinned by evidence 30:54

2M ago30:54

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This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast, features the physicist and engineer Julia Sutcliffe, who is chief scientific adviser to the UK government’s Department for Business and Trade. In a wide-ranging conversation with Physics World’s Matin Durrani, Sutcliffe explains how she began her career as a PhD physicist before working in systems e…

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Flocking together: the physics of sheep herding and pedestrian flows 1:00:31

2M ago1:00:31

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In this episode of Physics World Stories, host Andrew Glester shepherds you through the fascinating world of crowd dynamics. While gazing at a flock of sheep or meandering through a busy street, you may not immediately think of the physics at play – but there is much more than you think. Give the episode a listen to discover the surprising science …

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Data-intensive PhDs at LIV.INNO prepare students for careers outside of academia 36:50

2M ago36:50

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LIV.INNO, Liverpool Centre for Doctoral Training for Innovation in Data-Intensive Science, offers students fully-funded PhD studentships across a broad range of research projects from medical physics to quantum computing. All students receive training in high-performance computing, data analysis, and machine learning and artificial intelligence. St…

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Deep connections: why two AI pioneers won the Nobel Prize for Physics 28:04

3M ago28:04

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It came as a bolt from the blue for many Nobel watchers. This year’s Nobel Prize for Physics went to John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton for their “foundational discoveries and inventions that enable machine learning and artificial neural networks”. In this podcast I explore the connections between artificial intelligence (AI) and physics with the au…

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Nobel predictions and humorous encounters with physics laureates 30:24

3M ago30:24

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In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast, our very own Matin Durrani and Hamish Johnston explain why they think that this year’s Nobel Prize for Physics could be awarded for work in condensed-matter physics – and who could be in the running. They also reminisce about some of the many Nobel laureates that they have met over the years and …

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Science thrives on constructive and respectful peer review 34:49

3M ago34:49

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It is Peer Review Week and celebrations are well under way at IOP Publishing (IOPP), which brings you the Physics World Weekly podcast. Reviewer feedback to authors plays a crucial role in the peer-review process, boosting the quality of published papers to the benefit of authors and the wider scientific community. But sometimes authors receive ver…

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The physics of ice cream: food scientist Douglas Goff talks about this remarkable material 40:39

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From physics to filmmaking: Mark Levinson on his new documentary, The Universe in a Grain of Sand 1:00:05

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Mikhail Lukin and Dolev Bluvstein explain how they used trapped atoms to create 48 logical qubits 39:18

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Hartmut Neven talks about Google Quantum AI’s breakthrough in quantum error correction 32:50

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Exploring this year’s best physics research in our Top 10 Breakthroughs of 2024 28:24

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How the UK Metamaterials Network supports scientific and commercial innovation 27:54

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Astronomers can play an important role in explaining the causes and consequences of climate change, says astrophysicist 36:44

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Top tips for physics outreach from a prize winner, making graphene more sustainable 34:53

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Space travel: the health effects of space radiation and building a lunar GPS 53:53

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Trailblazer: Astronaut Eileen Collins reflects on space, adventure, and the power of lifelong learning 38:55

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How to boost the sustainability of solar cells 31:54

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Peter Hirst: MIT Sloan Executive Education develops leadership skills in STEM employees 36:15

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Julia Sutcliffe: chief scientific adviser explains why policymaking must be underpinned by evidence 30:54

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Flocking together: the physics of sheep herding and pedestrian flows 1:00:31

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Data-intensive PhDs at LIV.INNO prepare students for careers outside of academia 36:50

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Deep connections: why two AI pioneers won the Nobel Prize for Physics 28:04

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Nobel predictions and humorous encounters with physics laureates 30:24

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Science thrives on constructive and respectful peer review 34:49

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