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Explore how gravitational wave observations can reveal secrets of the early universe in this advanced lecture delivered by Chiara Caprini from CERN and the University of Geneva. Delve into the theoretical foundations and observational techniques that enable scientists to probe cosmological phenomena from the universe's earliest epochs using gravitational wave data. Learn about the connection between primordial gravitational waves and cosmic inflation, phase transitions in the early universe, and how these signals can be detected and analyzed with current and future gravitational wave detectors. Examine the implications of gravitational wave astronomy for understanding fundamental physics beyond the Standard Model and cosmological parameters. Discover how gravitational waves serve as a unique window into epochs that are otherwise inaccessible through electromagnetic observations, providing insights into the universe's evolution from its first moments. This lecture forms part of the comprehensive Summer School on Gravitational-Wave Astronomy organized by the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences, focusing specifically on cosmological applications of gravitational wave science.
