Antimatter Explained: Insights from a CERN Scientist | Prof. Carsten Welsch | Jay Thakkar Show 04
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Join us on this enlightening episode of The Jay Thakkar Show as we delve into the fascinating world of antimatter with Professor Carsten Welsch, a distinguished physicist from the University of Liverpool and a leading researcher at CERN. Professor Welsch's expertise encompasses particle accelerator design, beam instrumentation, and groundbreaking antimatter research. In This Episode:Understanding Antimatter: Explore the fundamental concepts of antimatter, its properties, and its significance in modern physics.CERN's Antimatter Research: Gain insights into the cutting-edge experiments conducted at CERN, including the AEgIS collaboration, which aims to measure the gravitational interaction between matter and antimatter. Applications of Antimatter: Discuss the potential applications of antimatter research, from medical advancements in cancer treatment to innovations in energy production.Challenges and Future Directions: Understand the current challenges in antimatter research and the future directions this intriguing field is heading towards.Professor Welsch also shares his experiences in bridging the gap between complex scientific concepts and public understanding, highlighting his "Hollywood Physics" talks that analyze the scientific accuracy of blockbuster films. About Our Guest:Professor Carsten Welsch studied physics and economics at the Universities of Frankfurt and UC Berkeley, completing his PhD in accelerator physics at Frankfurt. Following postdoctoral roles at the Max Planck Institute and CERN, he founded the QUASAR Group in 2007. Since 2008, he has been a member of the University of Liverpool and the Cockcroft Institute, becoming a Full Professor in 2011 and serving as Head of the Physics Department from 2016 to 2023. Connect with Us:Instagram: @jaythakkarshowDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful discussions on science, technology, and the mysteries of the universe!#Antimatter #CERN #PhysicsPodcast #JayThakkarShow #ProfessorCarstenWelsch #ParticlePhysics #ScienceExplained #AEgIS #UniversityOfLiverpool #QUASARGroupThe "Jay Thakkar Show" is India's premier intellectual podcast, featuring insightful conversations and thought-provoking topics. Hosted by Jay Thakkar, each episode dives deep into a range of topics from Entrepreneurship and Philosophy to Careers and Finance. It's a perfect platform for exchanging ideas and discussing the issues that matter in India today. Listen in and join the conversation as Jay and his guests explore the topics that shape our lives.Enjoy and welcome to India's Most Intellectual Podcast!#JayThakkarShow #Podcast #IndiasMostInspiringPodcast Visit all my Handles here:- https://linktr.ee/JayThakkarTags:- #Antimatter #CERN #PhysicsPodcast #JayThakkarShow #ProfessorCarstenWelsch #ParticlePhysics #ScienceExplained #AEgIS #UniversityOfLiverpool #QUASARGroup
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