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While string theory remains an untested proposal for Einstein's dream of a unified theory, over the years it has made numerous mathematical contributions. Join Brian Greene, Professor of Physics and Mathematics, Columbia University, as he focuses on the theory's insights into particular higher dimensional shapes, and describes how string theory offers striking and powerful modifications to various classical concepts in geometry. Brian will be introduced by Tracy Day, Co-founder and CEO of the World Science Festival.

 

 

Math Encounters is MoMath's popular public presentation series celebrating the spectacular world of mathematics and presented by the Simons Foundation and the National Museum of Mathematics.

For further information, call the Museum of Mathematics at (212) 542-0566 or e-mail mathencounters@momath.org.

Please note, this presentation is designed to be accessible and engaging to a general audience. As a rule of thumb, it would best be enjoyed by participants age 12 and up.

Please check our online shop for books by Math Encounters presenters.

When
October 2nd, 2013 from  6:30 pm to  8:30 pm
Location
Field Trips at MoMath
National Museum of Mathematics
225 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10010
United States
Contact
Phone: (212) 542-0566