Wednesday, June 4, 2014
Professor Brad Marston presents "The Quantum Physics of Global Warming"
Quantum physics plays a crucial role in determining the climate of the Earth and other planets. Richard Feynman’s famous double slit experiment gives us the key to understanding climate and how it is changing. Professor Marston will use this physics to present a picture of what will happen to the Earth as the concentration of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide continue to increase in our atmosphere. He will also discuss ways that research at the KITP is contributing to a better understanding of climate change.