Rana Adhikari

Rana Adhikari, a groundbreaking experimental physicist and winner of the 2019 New Horizons in Physics Breakthrough Prize, discusses his fascinating path in science. He shares his humorous experiences with the LIGO project and the unexpected challenges of measuring minuscule movements. Topics include the role of intuition and creativity in problem-solving, the impact of large language models on scientific research, and the cultural considerations in establishing a LIGO facility in India. Additionally, he tackles the mysteries of black holes, sparking curiosity about the universe.

Rana Adhikari, an experimental physicist at Caltech and a key player in gravitational-wave research, discusses the fascinating world of LIGO and its groundbreaking detections of black hole mergers. He shares how LIGO measures tiny space-time distortions and the significance of the upcoming LIGO-India project, expected to challenge Einstein's theories. Rana also explores the intersection of quantum entanglement and AI in measurement science, while emphasizing India's potential to lead in global scientific advancements through mentorship and innovative infrastructure.