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Embark on a captivating journey through the microscopic realm of atomic landscapes and quantum conundrums in this 1 hour 52 minute talk by condensed matter physicist Smitha Vishveshwara. Follow the adventures of Terra and Akash, guided by the spirit of wisdom Sapienza, as they explore a magnificent and baffling world foreign to everyday human experience. Discover how this unique performance piece weaves together dramatic elements, movement, music, and guest appearances by physicists as quantum sages. Learn about the collaborative process between Vishveshwara and theater-maker Latrelle Bright in creating this interdisciplinary work featuring actors, physics and theater students, and leading scientists. Gain insights into the science and drama behind the production, and explore the virtual version adapted for pandemic times. Delve into Vishveshwara's background as a professor of physics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, her theoretical research on exotic states of matter, and her innovative approaches to combining arts and sciences in education and public engagement.
