Colloquium – Kyle Godbey

Kyle Godbey, Michigan State University

Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB)

A New Era of Discovery in Low-Energy Nuclear Science

The field of low-energy nuclear physics is experiencing a renaissance thanks to recent advances spanning experiment, theory, and computation. Investments in new facilities like the recently inaugurated Facility for Rare Isotope Beams and continued advances in high performance computing and theoretical modeling efforts have opened the door for studies of the most ephemeral and exotic nuclei in the cosmos at an unprecedented level of precision. This colloquium will briefly walk through some of the latest advances in studies of nuclear structure and dynamics and the impact those insights have on nuclear astrophysics, tests of fundamental symmetries, and how we can use these facilities and data to benefit society. I will also highlight the impact that the embrace of data science has had in recent years as well as the transformative power that open source and open science practices have had on making nuclear physics a more equitable and inclusive field. By fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing, we can accelerate discovery and broaden participation in this exciting era of nuclear science.

Nov 21, 2024 @ 4:10pm (CST) in Featheringill 134; light refreshments available at 3:50 PM

Host: S Umar