Physics, Math and Puzzles

Harvard FAS

Physics is a highly developed branch of science with a broad range of applications. Despite the complexity of the universe, the fundamental laws of physics are rather simple, if viewed properly. This seminar will focus on intuitive as well as mathematical underpinnings of some of the fundamental laws of nature. The seminar will use mathematical puzzles to introduce the basic features of physical laws. Main aspects discussed include the role of symmetries as well as the power of modern math,…