2021 VCE Physics Lecture Series - Lecture 6

The Biggest Explosions of the Universe

Dr Hannah Middleton and Dr Nichole Barry

Join astrophysicists, Hannah Middleton and Nichole Barry, as they discuss Black Holes colliding and the greatest explosion we have ever known, the Big Bang! Find out about the basic physics used to measure and understand these out of this world events.

Limited number of live audience tickets.

Talk will be live streamed and Zoom link will be sent upon registration.

This is a Covid-safe event. Masks and social distancing will be required. You MUST register to attend the in-person live experience.

• Complete a symptom self-assessment prior to leaving home. Do not come to the event if you are unwell, even with very mild symptoms

• Maintain 1.5 metres distance from others during the event, where possible

• Do not come to the event if you are required to isolate or quarantine for any reason and/or you are awaiting results of a COVID-19 test.

• Minimise movement as much as possible by staying within your allotted space or seat

• Follow directions for face coverings and hygiene during the event

• Let the organiser know immediately if you become unwell during the event/meeting

• https://www.health.gov.au/resources/apps-and-tools/covidsafe-app

Teachers and parents welcome.

Further questions, please contact vce@physics.unimelb.edu.au

Image by Simon Mutch, The University of Melbourne, Theoretical interpretation of the EoR