One of the world's largest collaborations on quantum science right here in Illinois!

It was just announced that a partnership has formed between four powerhouse institutions in the world of quantum science: U. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Chicago, Argonne National Lab, and Fermilab. With many calling the 21st century the 'quantum century,' over 100 of the top researchers in quantum fields are part of this collaborative group.

For those students who are interested in quantum science and how creative applications of this branch of science will develop over the next couple decades, you could have a chance to be involved with this group when you go to college and beyond. It will be fascinating to see what discoveries this group makes!

Beauty in Nature - "Pinwheel" star system

Check out an article with pictures of the first observed 'pinwheel star system,' which has two massive stars in a binary orbit, with a third star orbiting the binary system. As the stars shed gas, the orbital motions stir the gas up and causes it to circulate at different speed, creating the beautiful scene that was captured by astronomers for the first time.

Just some cosmic, natural artwork, courtesy of Newton's laws of gravity and motion!'

Happy Thanksgiving!

Please know how thankful I am to have the privilege of working with each and every one of my students and colleagues! You all have made an impact on me, and will continue to make a positive impact, in some way, on this world! Don't doubt the effect an individual or small group of people can have on others!

Do you have a proposal for a high speed camera analysis?

We have a wonderful opportunity to take part in the use of a NU professor's lab that has two cameras that can capture video of up to 500,000 frames per second (fps)! Prof. Michelle Driscoll wants to open up her lab as a user facility, where ETHS students can come in at least once per month after school to learn to use the cameras and its software, and get some video of events of interest.

Check out example videos. Keep in mind one can get video through microscopes, as well. LOTS of possibilities, so come up with ideas, and get involved in research so you can take advantage of this amazing technology!