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Abstract: Measurements of the “fossil” light known as the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) provide a spectacular snapshot of the very early Universe, reflecting small non-uniformities in the primordial “soup" of particles and radiation that went on to seed the galaxies. I will review how Cosmic Inflation, a powerful combination of Quantum Mechanics and General Relativity operating at the&n
Abstract: We summarize the recommendations of the latest Decadal Survey for priority science questions, missions, budgets and state of the profession. We can discuss lessons learned and opportunities with the attendees.
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LASP seminars are generally held every Thursday at 4:00 PM on Zoom and in person:
https://lasp.colorado.edu/home/about/events/science-seminars/
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If you are interested in attending, please contact Jeremy Averyt (firstname.lastname at lasp.colorado.edu) for Zoom information or to be added to the mailing list.
The Richard Nelson Thomas Award was established by the friends and family of R.N. "Dick" Thomas to provide an annual award to the year's most outstanding graduate student(s) in astrophysics. Each year, the JILA astrophysical faculty nominate outstanding students and vote to determine the recipient of the award.
This event is now a Zoom-only event. If you are interested in attending, please contact Jeremy Averyt (firstname.lastname at lasp.colorado.edu) to be added to the mailing list or for Zoom information.
Narrated by Liam Neeson, black holes are among the most mysterious and exotic objects in the Universe. These dark beasts are one of a few phenomenon out in the cosmos where the known laws of physics and general relativity break down. Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity explores the power and grace of these cosmic beasts.
Abstract: X-rays provide a unique spectroscopic view of molecules and
materials, from an element-specific and orbital-selective frame of
reference. Femtosecond and attosecond X-ray and extreme ultraviolet pulses
(XUV) are used to probe curve crossings and conical intersections in
molecules, electron and hole carriers in solids, coherent phonon motions,
and core hole excitons, revealing breathtaking 'movies' of novel, ultrashort
dynamical processes.
Abstract: X-rays provide a unique spectroscopic view of molecules and materials, from an element-specific and orbital-selective frame of reference.
On Zoom. Registration required.
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Abstract: Point defects in crystals are the solid state analog to trapped ions. Thus these “quantum defects”, which can be integrated into solid-state devices, have gained popularity as qubit candidates for scalable quantum networks. In this talk, I will introduce some of the basic quantum defect properties desirable for quantum network applications.
Seminar Abstract:
This final colloquium for Spring 2022 is Now ZOOM or You Tube only.
Participate via Zoom: https://cuboulder.zoom.us/j/99841669539
Participate via YouTube: https://youtu.be/sjHEI_ymkLo
Abstract:
Hybrid quantum networks rely on faithful quantum state transfer between disparate physics elements operating at dissimilar frequencies. Quantum frequency conversion bridges their frequency gaps by coherently manipulating the carrier frequency while maintaining the quantum correlations. The efficiency of frequency conversion is dictated by photon-photon interaction in a nonlinear optical media which is typically weak.
