Join Cool Science for Science on Tap every 2nd Monday of the month [except this month- see below] at Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant in downtown Colorado Springs. Presenters begin at 6:30 pm and typically speak for 60-90 minutes including Q&A, with food and drink available beginning at 6:00 pm. A wide variety of fascinating topics are presented by local scientists for informal discussion, and the relaxed atmosphere encourages anyone and everyone to come explore the latest ideas in science and technology. From practical to theoretical, the presentations and group interactions provide a fun and interesting way to gain an understanding of the world around us.
Join Cool Science for Science on Tap every 2nd Monday of the month [except this month- see below] at Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant in downtown Colorado Springs. Presenters begin at 6:30 pm and typically speak for 60-90 minutes including Q&A, with food and drink available beginning at 6:00 pm. A wide variety of fascinating topics are presented by local scientists for informal discussion, and the relaxed atmosphere encourages anyone and everyone to come explore the latest ideas in science and technology. From practical to theoretical, the presentations and group interactions provide a fun and interesting way to gain an understanding of the world around us.
Next up: Monday, November 13, 2023 at 6:30 pm
I've Got Plenty of Nothing: The World of Vacuum
Tom Christensen, Ph.D., Dept. of Physics and Energy Science, UCCS
Summary: We will explore how atoms behave in reduced pressure environments with examples from space and materials processing. How fast are the atoms in the air around you moving? How do they interact with other atoms? How do these change when the pressure is reduced below atmospheric pressure? How can we exploit these properties in research and manufacturing?
Tom Christensen joined the faculty of the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Department of Physics and Energy Science in 1989 and is currently a Professor Emeritus. He served the campus as a faculty member, department chair, associate dean, dean and Provost. Dr. Christensen received both the College (1993) and campus (1996) Outstanding Teaching Awards, the Chancellor’s Award (2003) to recognize his service and teaching, and the University of Colorado Excellence in Leadership Award (2015). Dr. Christensen’s research has been in experimental surface physics and physics education. He taught a wide range of classes at all levels from introductory classes for non-majors to graduate level classes. He serves his primary professional society (American Vacuum Society) on the national Education committee. In his spare time, Dr. Christensen plays string bass with the Pikes Peak Philharmonic orchestra and bass guitar with the Physics Classic Rock and Roll Orchestra.
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