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Discovery of Gravitational Waves assists SFU Research
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Vancouver, BC, February 18, 2016--(T-Net)--Levon Pogosian, an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at SFU is excited to witness the discovery of gravitational waves. This breakthrough opens a new window on the universe, and holds major ramifications for scientists' ability to study gravity as well as Pogosian's own research at SFU.
Pogosian studies cosmic strings - line-like objects formed when the universe was very dense and hot. The most promising way to find these relics of the Big Bang is through their gravitational wave signature.
Pogosian's research also concerns testing theories of Dark Energy, including those involving modifications of Einstein's theory of General Relativity.
Levon Pogosian, Associate Professor, Department of Physics at SFU
“Ability to detect gravitational waves opens new opportunities for testing alternatives to Einstein's theory', says Pogosian. “For instance, theories involving extra spatial dimensions and models of massive gravity. Full implications of today's news for testing gravity will take some time to work out. What is certain is that this is a discovery of the most profound nature. It has opened a new observational window that physicists will use to learn a great deal about the universe and the nature of gravity.”
Pogosian will be speaking at SFU Café Scientifique on February 26. See details here.
Contact:
Levon Pogosian, Associate Professor, department of Physics, 778.782-7598, levon@sfu.ca
Photo Credit: SFU
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