Cutting Edge Lecture by Dr. Rocky Kolb (Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics, University of Chicago): Mysteries of the Dark Universe

Nine-five percent of the universe is missing! Astronomical observations suggest that most of the mass of the universe is in a mysterious form called dark matter and most of the energy in the universe is in an even more mysterious form called dark energy. Dark matter binds together our galaxy and dark energy drives galaxies apart in the cosmic expansion. Unlocking the secrets of dark matter and dark energy will illuminate the nature of space and time and connect the quantum with the cosmos.

Organized by the Royal Society of Canada and McGill University with the express purpose of fostering communication between scientists in different disciplines as well as between scientists and the public. Sponsored by the Royal Society of Canada, Cutting Edge lectures are made possible through the generous support of Heather Munroe-Blum (McGill Principal), Richard Levin (Dean of Medicine), Martin Grant (Dean of Science), Anthony Masi (Provost) and Denis Thérien (Vice-Principal, Research and International Relations). Lectures are followed by a wine & cheese reception. Free, everyone welcome.