Instant Expert – Relativity and Beyond

October 5, 2016

It’s been over 100 years since Einstein first published his general theory of relativity and utterly transformed our understanding of the universe. Einstein overturned centuries of thinking about gravity by revealing how it arises from the curvature of space and time. Yet general relativity has had far greater consequences. It has revealed that our universe has been expanding from a hot dense state called the big bang 13.8 billion years ago. It has changed our understanding of space and time. And it predicts that the universe is an extreme place, containing black holes and possibly wormholes.

While we have made great progress, we still have plenty of unfinished business with the cosmos. What can we learn from gravitational waves? How does the dark universe shape our cosmic destiny? What is really happening near black holes? Are we any closer to discovering the ripples in space-time predicted by Einstein? Why is relativity not the final answer?

Join our speakers on a mind expanding trip through space and time. 

Topics covered will include:

  • Einstein’s triumphs and blunders
  • How gravitational waves will change astronomy
  • The big bang and the possible future of the cosmos
  • Dark matter and dark energy
  • Black holes
  • Theory of everything

Who should attend?

You are curious about astronomy and cosmology and want a step-by-step guide without mathematics. Popular articles have whetted your appetite, yet you have struggled to understand physics textbooks. You want to learn about the frontiers of research from scientists at the front lines.

What’s included in your ticket:

  • In-depth and engaging talks from 6 leading experts in astronomy and cosmology
  • Ask-an-expert Question Time session
  • Your chance to meet our six speakers
  • Continental breakfast, lunch, plus morning and afternoon refreshments
  • Exclusive Instant Expert – Relativity and Beyond certificate
  • Exclusive New Scientist subscription deal, book and merchandise offers, available on the day

—Event Producer