Lectures on Tap- "A History of the Universe: Discovery, Dark Matter & More"

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📚 Lecture: “A History of the Universe: Discovery, Dark Matter & More”

🎤 Speaker: Astrophysicist, Dr. Patrick Wells

Join us for a captivating evening with Dr. Patrick Wells as we take an extraordinary journey through the history of the universe. The modern universe is filled with mysterious forces and while stars and galaxies are visible to us, the ancient universe presents an enigmatic tapestry that looks very different.

In this engaging talk, Dr. Wells will illuminate the staggering scope of cosmic history, exploring how our understanding of the universe has evolved. He’ll share the fascinating human story behind this discovery—a narrative filled with insights, imagination, rivalries, and moments of serendipity. You’ll learn about new breakthroughs in astrophysics and why recent discoveries might challenge our understanding of the cosmos.

Dr. Patrick Wells is a Chicago-based astrophysicist, software engineer, and science communicator who earned his PhD in Physics from the University of California at Davis. His work focuses on making large astrophysical datasets accessible for analysis. Dr. Wells’ passion for education shines through his background as a lecturer and content creator.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the grand history of our universe with the insightful Dr. Patrick Wells!

Get a drink, connect, and learn at Lectures on Tap! 🙌

Agenda

6:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating!), order food & drinks, and expect a bar line—arriving early is key.

6:55 PM – Host introduction

7:00 PM – Lecture begins

7:45 PM – Audience Q&A

8:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round

8:30 PM – Wrap up.

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