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Infrared Light

What do night vision goggles, land mine detectors, and studies of the universe have in common? In some way, all of them are connected to a small range of light sandwiched between visible light and microwaves on the electromagnetic spectrum—infrared light.

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The Fifth Posulate

Many mathematicians since the time of Euclid attempted to solve a seemingly simple problem about parallel lines without success. Yet the success of their failures would reveal a whole new geometry and description of space and time.


Media Archives

Podcasts

When Black Holes Collide
We sat down with the physicist Joan Centrella to talk about how black holes collide. 2010-02-26

Vodcasts

Science of Speed
Fluid Dynamics Engineers Help Potential Olympic Swimmers with Water Flow Technology 2009-12-18

Explore Einstein

 

WYP 2005World Year of Physics 2005
The World Year of Physics (WYP 2005) was a worldwide celebration of physics. WYP raised awareness of physics and physical science in many ways.

 

 

Einstein's Miracle YearEinstein's Miracle Year
An award-winning movie that celebrates the three revolutionary ideas that Albert Einstein presented in 1905. About 15 minutes in length, the movie explores Einstein's discoveries.

 
 

A New World ViewA New World View
A New World View is a sculpted glass tribute to the World Year of Physics 2005. The sculpture combines symbols of Einstein’s contributions to physics and pictures of children to create a unique piece of artwork celebrating the process of science. The free Accelerate Your Mind poster was created in conjunction with A New World View.