VTK x LGI: Einstein Telescope
You might have caught the recent buzz, especially with the official Einstein Telescope roadshow touring the area last week! With this next-generation observatory planned to be built right here in Belgium, there has never been a better time to find out what the excitement is all about.
Have you ever wondered how we measure the invisible ripples in spacetime? Join us for a fascinating deep dive into the Einstein Telescope (ET) and the incredible world of gravitational waves!
We've put together a fantastic lineup of experts to show you exactly what it takes to build this megaproject. From massive civil engineering feats to atomic-level materials science, you'll get a complete look at the technology making it all possible.
The Program:
- Introduction to the Einstein Telescope & Gravitational Waves Setting the stage: What are they, and why do they matter?
- Civil Engineering: Building of the underground infrastructure
- Coatings & Materials Science: The cutting-edge materials required for ultimate precision
- Research at ADVISE: Bridging the gap in advanced electronics and instrumentation
- Simulations & Data Analysis: Making sense of the massive amounts of data
Whether you're a science enthusiast, a student or just curious about the future of astrophysics happening right in our backyard, this event is for you!
- Registration link
- Location: Aula van de Tweede Hoofdwet
- Date: 24/03/2026
- Start: 19u30