This event is intended to be an outreach event – in an accessible and engaging way, we will demonstrate how science allows us to "see" more than we can see with the naked eye. The event participants will enjoy lectures, demonstrations and interactive demonstrations.
Programme of the event:
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Niewidzialna strona światła – co ukrywa przed nami podczerwień? [The Invisible Side of Light – What Does Infrared Hide from Us?]
Lecturer: dr hab. Adam Busiakiewicz, Asscociate Professor at the University of Lodz
Our eyes only see a small fragment of reality – visible light. Meanwhile, there is a whole spectrum of radiation that remains invisible to us. During the lecture, its participants will embark on a journey into the world of infrared – radiation associated with heat.
Learn:
- how thermal imaging cameras work,
- how you can “see in the dark,”
- what pyrometers are, and how they measure temperature from a distance.
The lecture will be enhanced with spectacular demonstrations that will allow you to literally see the invisible.
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 .m.
Break and demonstrations in the lobby of the Faculty of Physics and Applied informatics Assembly Hall
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
(Mikro)fale o gigantycznym znaczeniu dla ludzkości [(Micro)waves of enormous importance to humanity]
Lecturer: dr inż. Maciej Ślot
Microwaves and radio waves are present every day – they power cell phones, Wi-Fi networks and radar systems. However, their applications extend much further.
During the lecture, we will demonstrate:
- the differences between various types of electromagnetic waves,
- how they can be used to "peek" beneath the surface of objects,
- how modern science uses microwaves in medicine.
The event participants will also learn about innovative diagnostic methods developed at our faculty, which enable non-invasive monitoring of the body – for example, heart rate.
Why should you join us?
This is an excellent opportunity to:
- see physics in action,
- understand phenomena that remain invisible on a daily basis,
- see how science influences the development of technology and medicine.
Everyone is welcome – students, teachers and those who are simply curious. Let's discover together how we can see more thanks to physics!
