Spring Lecture Series 2003 Public Lecture
Title: The Shape of Space
Abstract:
When we look out on a clear night, the universe seems infinite.
Yet this infinity might be an illusion. During the first half
of the presentation, computer games will introduce the concept
of a "multiconnected universe". Interactive 3D graphics will
then take the viewer on a tour of several possible shapes for space.
Finally, we'll see how satellite data released in February 2003
are beginning to reveal the true shape of our universe.
The only prerequisites for this talk are curiosity and imagination.
For middle school and high school students, people interested
in astronomy, and all members of the Fayetteville community.