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Friday, October 9

Presentation

Quantum Darwinism: Proposed Resolution of the Quantum Measurement Problem

Becker Comprehensive Exam

Date:
Time:
3:15 pm
Location: Jorgensen Hall Room: 149
Abstract: In an effort to resolve the quantum measurement problem, Wojciech Zurek suggests that there is no collapse of the wavefunction, but rather an apparent collapse due to the effects of environmental decoherence. This emergence of an objective …
Activity

Star-B-Q - Branched Oak Observatory

World Space Week

Date:
Time:
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Location: Branched Oak Observatory site
In celebration of World Space Week, and as a fundraising event for Branched Oak Observatory, there will be a “Star-B-Q” (BBQ & Star Party) Friday October 9th. Loaded with activities for the kids and the young at heart, good food, and beautiful …
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Ongoing Events

Seminar

MME/NCMN Seminar – Victor Barocas

Date:
Time:
3:30 pm – 12:00 am
Location: Jorgensen Hall Room: 110
Professor Victor Barocas of the University of Minnesota will be speaking. The title of his talk is, “Multiscale mechanical modeling of fibrous tissues.”