Computer simulations allow scientists and engineers to test their theories in a manner complementary to laboratory experiments. Numerical calculations can obtain approximate solutions to otherwise intractable theories. In cyberspace, one can tinker with the laws of physics in ways not possible in our universe.
Dr Matthew Wingate will discuss the power of scientific computing and give a few examples of computer simulations in physics.
This talk is aimed at a general audience, ages 16+, and all are welcome.
Before and after the talk, attendees will be able to view posters about cutting-edge research in this area. The posters will be presented by PhD students and other experts in scientific computing; they will be on hand to discuss and answer questions. The topics covered will include
- Quark physics
- Computational biology
- Fluid dynamics & turbulence
- Computer architectures and algorithms
How to book
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