Lecture by Prof. Subir Sachdev, Herchel Smith Professor of Physics at Harvard University – Reg.

18th December 2024

Dear All,

Sub: Lecture by Prof. Subir Sachdev, Herchel Smith Professor of Physics at Harvard University – Reg.

IIT Madras is organizing the Eminent Speaker Lecture Series on 7th January 2025 from 3.30 pm onwards, at the Anna Centenary Auditorium, Chennai.

The lecture will feature Prof. Subir Sachdev, the Herchel Smith Professor of Physics at Harvard University and a distinguished recipient of the Dirac Medal and Onsager Prize.

The lecture, titled "100 Years of Quantum Mechanics: From Bose and Einstein to Superconductors and Black Holes," will be held on 7th January 2025, from 3:30 P.M. onwards, at the Anna Centenary Auditorium, Chennai.

This lecture will delve into the transformative ideas and manifestations of “quantum entanglement” that have defined quantum mechanics over the past century. He will walk us through an exploration of the surprisingly intimate and beautiful connections between objects as distinct as black holes, strange metals and superconductors. His talk will be an exciting journey bridging the worlds of theoretical physics and profound real-world applications.

How to Reach: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PmofBMToCmj4xnkg8

Registration Link: https://iitm.zohobackstage.in/esls-3

About the Speaker

Prof. Subir Sachdev, Herchel Smith Professor of Physics at Harvard University, is one of the most illustrious and distinguished researchers in physics and a leading authority of our time.

In a career spanning over three decades, he has made profound contributions in many areas of theoretical physics, most notably pioneering our understanding of quantum phase transitions, strange metals and superconductors, black holes, and most remarkably, establishing a deep and unexpected connection between these myriad realizations of quantum entanglement through what is now called as the Sachdev-Ye-Kitaev model.

Prof. Sachdev's groundbreaking research connects quantum field theory, string theory, and black holes to reveal the fundamental behavior of quantum materials.

Note:

•          Registration in advance is compulsory for all participants.

•          We kindly request all attendees to arrive at the venue no later than 3. P.M.

•          Seating is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Best wishes,

Office of International Programmes

MCC