Wednesday, January 31 • Doors open at 6:00pm
Talk begins at ~6:30pm
Abandoned Building Brewery
142 Pleasant Street #103a, Easthampton, MA
Active Matter, Mixing, and Salt-Water Taffy
- What is active matter and why are physicists interested in it?
- What is braid theory and how can it be used to describe fluid motion?
- How can we quantify mixing and are there systems that mix as efficiently as possible?
- What is the secret to making good taffy?
Spencer Smith is an Associate Professor of physics at Mount Holyoke College. His research lies at the intersection of fluid dynamics, chaos theory, and topology. He also has a long standing interest in art and teaches a class on the intersection of physics and art. Outside of MHC Spencer loves hiking and exploring the valley with his kids.
Bring a friend and join us as we enjoy lively conversations, prizes, and brilliant minds. Light refreshments will be available outside the presentation room, first come, first served. This is an inclusive, family-friendly event for people from all walks of life (ALL are very much welcome: kids, college students, your parents!). We promise, you’ll learn something if you come. And hey, you might even win a prize! Remember… Admission is FREE!
ABB allows guests to bring outside food! Please feel free to brings your own snacks with you, too.
SciTech Cafe events are open to any one with a curious mind regardless of age and background. Our events, prizes, and snacks are free, but donations are appreciated.
This event is hosted at Abandoned Building Brewery in Easthampton, MA.
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