Ripple Effects - A Forum on Gravitational Waves

Explore the groundbreaking discovery of gravitational waves in this 39-minute panel discussion featuring experts from the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics. Delve into the significance and implications of LIGO's landmark announcement as Director Neil Turok and Faculty members Asimina Arvanitaki, Latham Boyle, and Luis Lehner share their insights. Moderated by science journalist Kate Lunau, the forum covers topics such as the nature of gravitational waves, their importance in understanding gravity and black holes, detection methods, and potential future discoveries. Gain a deeper understanding of Einstein's theory, dark matter, and the future of gravitational wave research, including the Pulsar Timing Array. Learn how this discovery opens a new era in astronomy and expands our knowledge of the universe from the smallest particles to the entire cosmos.