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Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit

École Polytechnique

Embark on a captivating journey from the vast expanse of the cosmos to the minute realms of particle physics with the course "Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit." Led by renowned physicists, this French-language course from École Polytechnique offers a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between the smallest building blocks of matter and the grandeur of the universe.

Throughout this immersive exploration, you will delve into the realms of particle physics, nuclear physics, cosmology, and the history of scientific discoveries. Gain insights into the sophisticated instrumentation, detectors, accelerators, data analysis, grid computing, and programming used in these fields. Discover the societal applications of fundamental research and the profound impact of these disciplines on our daily lives.

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Course Modules

Embark on a captivating journey through the modules of "Voyages de l'infiniment grand à l'infiniment petit." Explore the grandeur of the universe, the intricacies of particle physics, and their profound societal impact.

Vers l'infiniment grand

Module 1: Vers l'infiniment grand

  • Delve into the vastness of the universe, exploring the tools and scientific insights used to study the largest known distances. Gain knowledge about the history, structure, and components of the universe, as well as the observations accumulated on stars, galaxies, and cosmic clusters.

Vers l'infiniment petit

Module 2: Vers l'infiniment petit

  • Embark on a journey into the realm of the smallest particles, uncovering the secrets of matter at the shortest distances and highest energies. Gain insights into recent advancements in nuclear and particle physics, and explore the principles of accelerators and detectors, including the discovery of the Higgs boson.

D'un infini à l'autre

Module 3: D'un infini à l'autre

  • Explore the connections between the structure of matter at the smallest distances and the organization of the universe at the largest distances. Discover the significance of messengers from the universe, such as photons, neutrinos, and cosmic rays, in understanding both infinities.

Les deux infinis et nous

Module 4: Les deux infinis et nous

  • Uncover the presence of the grand and small infinities in our daily lives, exploring their impact on energy, healthcare, and various scientific disciplines. Gain insights into the unexpected applications and societal relevance of nuclear and particle physics.
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