About
The QSimFP Community Workshop, hosted by the Quantum Simulators for Fundamental Physics consortium, will bring together the worlds of science, art, and philosophy to celebrate the achievements of our diverse research community. Moreover, the workshop will coincide with the Cosmic Titans exhibition, a captivating fusion of art and science, featuring new works by nine artists who have collaborated with UK-based researchers in quantum science.
Topics
The workshop will feature talks by world-leading researchers, sharing the latest developments in analogue gravity, false vacuum decay, and quantum field theory in curved spacetimes. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with QSimFP consortium members our many international collaborators and contribute to discussions on the frontier challenges in quantum simulations.
Black Hole Simulations
Analogue gravity explores the ways in which laboratory systems can mimic gravitational phenomena, providing insights into aspects of general relativity and quantum field theory that are otherwise difficult to probe experimentally, such as superradiance or Hawking radiation. Talks will be given by QSImFP consortium members from the King’s College London, the Royal Holloway, University of London, the University of Nottingham and the University of St Andrews and international collaborators.
False Vacuum Decay
False vacuum decay is a cosmological quantum phenomenon where a metastable state in a field theory transitions to a more stable state, releasing energy and potentially altering the structure of the Universe. The workshop will feature contributions from QSimFP researchers from the University College London, the University of Cambridge, and the University of Newcastle, together with other experts in cosmology.
Cosmology Simulators
Preheating in cosmology refers to particle production before thermal equilibrium in the early Universe. This phase involves parametric instabilities leading to rapid particle production as the Universe shifts from an inflationary state to a more stable configuration. During the workshop, external collaborators and members of the QSimFP consortium will present findings on the study of far-from-equilibrium thermalization of the Universe through both theoretical and experimental approaches.
Synergy of Science, Philosophy and Art
You will engage with artists and philosophers collaborating within the QSimFP community, exploring the philosophical dimensions of analogs and discovering how scientists and artists can draw mutual inspiration through their joint efforts
Venue
The workshop will be held at the University of Nottingham's University Park campus, a picturesque location known for its beautiful gardens and lakes. One of the UK's leading universities, the University of Nottingham is a hub for innovation and research in the East Midlands.
Travel Information
Nottingham, located in the heart of England, is well-connected and easily reachable by plane, train, coach and car. The city is served by East Midlands Airport for international flights, with further access available through London’s airports, and Manchester and Birmingham airports also nearby. Frequent rail services connect Nottingham to London St Pancras and to the rest of the UK, and the nearby M1 motorway, which runs between the North and South of the country, ensures straightforward access by road. Full information about getting here can be found on the University Website: University Park Campus - The University of Nottingham
How to Attend
If you would like to attend and/or participate in the week-long QSimFP Workshop event, please register as soon as possible. Space is limited, so please book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Our week of activities is FREE to attend. Lunch will be provided each day, and attendance at our banquet event will also be complimentary. In addition, we can provide some financial support for accommodation and travel for those participants who would otherwise not be able to attend. Please note though that this support is limited and will be allocated on a basis of need. If you would like to find out more about what we can offer, please get in touch with us through the contacts section.
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