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The Royal Institution

Apr 3

Event has ended

  • Event
    Academia & Research
  • From: Apr 13, 06:00 PM
    To: Apr 13, 07:30 PM

About

  • Claudia de Rham has been playing with gravity her entire life. As a diver, experimenting with her body’s buoyancy in the Indian Ocean. As a pilot, soaring over Canadian waterfalls on dark mornings before beginning her daily scientific research. As an astronaut candidate, dreaming of the experience of flying free from Earth’s pull. And as a physicist, discovering new sides to gravity’s irresistible personality by exploring the limits of Einstein’s general theory of relativity. 
  • Join Claudia as she narrates her captivating experiences, navigating the collapse of her dream of becoming an astronaut to the pursuit of finally uncovering the truths of gravity. The brightest minds in physics, from Newton and Einstein to Stephen Hawking and Roger Penrose, have yet to uncover gravity’s secrets, but their knowledge allowed Claudia to reimagine the theory of massive gravity to finally rid the “ghosts” of gravity – dark energy. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a world leader in theoretical physics, as she unravels the turbulent tales of her success. 
  • Theatre audience: £16/£10, Ri Members or Ri Patrons: £7

When & where

APR

13

Date and Time

Apr 13, 06:00PM

Meeting Link

Meeting link will be provided closer to the event

The Royal Institution

The Ri is an independent charity that inspires everyone to think more deeply about science and its place in our lives.

Fashion & Arts
Industry
11-50
Employees
1799
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Royal Institution is an independent charity dedicated to connecting people with the world of science. Science shapes our lives, our culture and the world around us. It’s the medical treatment that may save your life. It’s the device in your pocket that connects you to the world. And it’s how we will solve the major global challenges of the future. Our mission is to harness science for the maximum benefit of society. The importance of our mission cannot be overstated. It was recognised by the 58 wealthy individuals who founded the Ri in 1799 and is just as relevant today. But to achieve the full benefits of what science has to offer, we must ensure that there is a healthy interaction between science and society – something we have pioneered for more than 200 years. There are multiple ways to get involved and support the Ri and to think more deeply about the wonders and applications of science.

Benefits

  • 10% discount in Ri Cafe

  • A group pension scheme based on a matched contribution of up to 7% of salary

  • Opportunity for hybrid working where business need allows

  • Annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus all public holidays

  • Enhanced sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption pay