Matter and Antimatter

Explore the fascinating world of matter and antimatter in this TEDx talk by Prof. Jeffrey S. Hangst, a renowned physicist and founder of the ATHENA antihydrogen collaboration. Delve into groundbreaking research on antihydrogen atoms conducted at CERN's Antiproton Decelerator, including the first successful trapping of antihydrogen atoms in 2010 and laser spectroscopy of antihydrogen in 2016. Gain insights from Hangst's extensive experience at prestigious institutions such as MIT, University of Chicago, Fermilab, and Argonne National Lab. Learn about his contributions to laser cooling of stored ion beams and his role in advancing our understanding of antimatter. Discover why this accomplished scientist, recipient of numerous awards and member of the Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters, is at the forefront of this cutting-edge field of physics.