Quantum to Cosmos: The Universe from the Very Small to the Very Large, and How the Universe Works

Quantum to Cosmos: The Universe from the Very Small to the Very Large, and How the Universe Works

Date(s) & Location(s):
June 2 - 20, 2025 in Durham, NC (In-person portion starts June 15th)
Grades Eligible:
Rising  10th 11th 12th
Course Description:

Embark on an epic journey through the universe, from the tiniest particles to the grandest cosmic phenomena! In this exhilarating course, you’ll dive deep into the mysteries of matter and the universe, unlocking the secrets of particle physics and astrophysics.

Here’s what you’ll experience:

  • Explore the mind-bending world of The Standard Model, gravitational waves, and the theories of Special and General Relativity.
  • Learn to code and analyze real data from cutting-edge facilities like CERN and LIGO during the online portion of the course.
  • On campus, put your knowledge to the test by working with astronomical and particle data to produce a research paper on a topic you’re passionate about.

Whether you’re fascinated by the origins of the universe or the strange behaviors of subatomic particles, this course offers the tools and insights to unravel the cosmos’ greatest mysteries. Get ready to expand your mind and explore the universe like never before!


Instructor:
Charlie Payne
Cost:
$1925