Allan Adams
Theoretical Physicist | Pioneering Fluid Dynamics & Quantum Theory
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Allan Adams is a leading theoretical physicist, working at the intersection of fluid dynamics, quantum field theory, and string theory. As a prominent voice in scientific innovation, his groundbreaking research has advanced our understanding of the physical world.
Through his TED talks and academic work, Adams translates complex concepts into accessible insights that inspire scientific curiosity in audiences. His keynotes explore the profound connections between math, physics, and the natural universe, empowering attendees to view the world through a lens of wonder and discovery.
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What the discovery of gravitational waves means
More than a billion years ago, two black holes in a distant galaxy locked into a spiral, falling inexorably toward each other, and collided. "All that energy was pumped into the fabric of time and space itself," says theoretical physicist Allan Adams, "making the universe explode in roiling waves of gravity." About 25 years ago, a group of scientists built a giant laser detector called LIGO to search for these kinds of waves, which had been predicted but never observed. In this mind-bending talk, Adams breaks down what happened when, in September 2015, LIGO detected an unthinkably small anomaly, leading to one of the most exciting discoveries in the history of physics.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TED×2 | 2016, 2014 | 🇨🇦Vancouver, Canada |
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