Interested in space and physics? Have a look at the Oxford Physics events!

THE 16TH HINZE LECTURE: THE QUEST FOR NEARBY HABITABLE WORLDS
When: Wednesday 25th April 2018 (5.00pm-6.00pm, to be seated by 4:50pm)
Where: Martin Wood Lecture Theatre, Department of Physics
What: Public lecture organised by the Department of Physics


This lecture will highlight recent exoplanet discoveries and present an overview of on-going and future projects aiming for the detection and characterization of nearby habitable worlds.
Booking: Free, booking not required
More information: Please see our events page (https://www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/about-us/outreach/public/public-lectures/t...) or the attached poster.

Quantum Materials Public Lecture 2018
When: Thursday 26th April 2018, 18:00
Where: Oxford Physics Department, Martin Wood Lecture Theatre
What: The inaugural Quantum Materials Public Lecture, given by Professor Andrew Boothroyd. Suitable for 16+. A drinks reception will follow the lecture.


Solid matter contains unimaginably large numbers of electrons which determine many of the material’s properties. Although lots of materials can be described by treating these electrons as independent, research has uncovered an increasing number of ‘quantum materials’ that display non-trivial and often spectacular phenomena, resulting from many electrons acting in unison. In this lecture, Professor Andrew Boothroyd will introduce the field of quantum materials and discuss two themes which are becoming increasingly important: ‘emergence’ and ‘topology’. He will draw upon recent work in Oxford, and describe how modern experimental techniques are making it possible to unpick complex ordered phases and identify exotic emergent particles.
Booking: Free, booking required
More information: https://www2.physics.ox.ac.uk/events/2018/04/26/quantum-materials-public.... A poster is also attached.

IOP OXFORD CENTRE LECTURES
•         Nature’s Engines: Powering Life (Thu 17 May 2018)
•         Advanced Ultrasound Analysis Made Simple? (Thu 19 Jul 2018)
When: Dates listed above (7pm with refreshments served from 6:45pm)
Where: Oxford Physics Department
What: Series of talks with refreshments
The Institute of Physics and Oxford Physics invite a series of speakers from the Department and beyond to talk about cutting edge Physics.
Booking: Free, booking recommended
More information: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/institute-of-physics-oxford-centre-127838...

HAPP ONE DAY CONFERENCE: FROM SPACE TO SPACETIME
When: Saturday 9th June 2018 (10.30am -5.00pm)
Where: Oxford Physics Department
What: One-day conference organised by The St Cross Centre for the History and Philosophy of Physics (HAPP)


This conference will trace our understanding of space and time across the ages up to the latest knowledge of spacetime and the expanding Universe.
Booking: Free, booking required
More information: https://www.stx.ox.ac.uk/happ/events

CASSINI-HUYGENS: SPACE ODYSSEY TO SATURN AND TITAN
When: Wednesday 11th October 2017, 17:30-19:00pm
Where: Oxford Physics Department
What: Talk and Q&A

Credit: The University of Oxford Department of Physics

Come and hear the incredible story of Cassini-Huygens as presented by Professor David Southwood (former head of the European Space Agency). During its time in space it has revolutionised our understanding of Saturn and made astonishing discoveries. More information and booking can be found on our events page. The event is organised by the Oxford University Aeronautical Society (AerOx).

AN EVENING OF QUANTUM DISCOVERY
When: Tuesday 17th Oct 2017 (5pm - 6.30pm: Family friendly and 6.30pm – 8.30pm: General Public (Age 12+))
Where: Oxford Physics Department
What: A showcase of quantum research at Oxford with talks, hands-on stalls and lab tours

Credit: The University of Oxford Department of Physics

Hear about the exciting new research and innovative technology development being done at Oxford University. Discover how Quantum Physics impacts on your everyday life, now and in the near future. More information and booking can be found on our events page.

AN EVENING OF QUANTUM DISCOVERY
When: Tuesday 17th Oct 2017 (5pm - 6.30pm: Family friendly and 6.30pm – 8.30pm: General Public (Age 12+))
Where: Oxford Physics Department
What: A showcase of quantum research at Oxford with talks, hands-on stalls and lab tours

Credit: The University of Oxford Department of Physics

Hear about the exciting new research and innovative technology development being done at Oxford University. Discover how Quantum Physics impacts on your everyday life, now and in the near future. More information and booking can be found on our events page.

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Places are still available for the Cambridge Open Days on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 July 2017. If you are are thinking of applying for undergraduate study at Cambridge in the coming admissions round (either for entry in October 2018 or deferred entry in October 2019) you and up to two supporters are invited to visit the University of Cambridge and its colleges.

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King's will be open for all Cambridge Open Day visitors from 9am to 6pm each day. Please do call in at your convenience to meet and chat to the admissions team and our current students and take a tour of the college. We will also be offering subject meetings (the timetable is here). We look forward to seeing you!