Science under the sign of the donut #Tag der Physik

Summary

After a long hiatus, our campus event, Tag der Physik, will once again take place at the Hubland Süd campus, on the lawn behind the Central Library. The Würzburg Faculty of Physics and Astronomy warmly welcomes everyone to the Hubland Süd campus on July 13, 2024, starting at 10 a.m., with a full-day program for students, families, and the interested public.

The physics department at the University of Würzburg stands as one of the most successful faculties in Germany, boasting exceptional research projects funded by the Excellence Initiative of the Federal Government and the States, along with an engaging range of study programs.

Experience the fascination of physics through captivating presentations, a quiz show, interactive exhibits and experiments, workshops, a gaming lounge, and laboratory tours, or immerse yourself in the interactive exhibition, Touch Science.

Ever wondered what tomorrow’s computers will be made of? Or what hurricanes and donuts could possibly have to do with quantum physics? Get ready to have your mind blown! Meet researchers from ct.qmat who, in their high-tech labs in Dresden and Würzburg, are unveiling the mysteries of new forms of matter destined for ultrafast quantum chips with vast storage capacities and virtually zero energy consumption.

Uncover the secrets of quantum physics with our four interactive exhibits:

• Can a donut be combed without creating a single swirl?
• What’s the miracle material that behaves like a cookie jar?
• Can an ant be trapped on a Klein bottle?
• And just how many holes do a cup, a coffeepot, or a pretzel have?

Don’t miss this opportunity to see the latest quantum research and have your burning questions answered by real scientists!

Additionally, there will be a dedicated children's area, ensuring fun for even the youngest attendees!

Food, drinks, and shade to be available.

We open our doors to all interested students, families, and alumni starting at 10 a.m. You can expect to encounter current examples from research and teaching, presented in an understandable manner by our scientists. Fun and games will be an integral part of the day!

Highlight of the day: The Physics Show by the "Physikanten" at 5 p.m. in the Max-Scheer lecture hall, featuring their new energy show, "Watt's Up."