We are pleased to invite all female* PhD students to a joint after-work picnic of KCETA and KSQM, offering an opportunity to connect, exchange experiences, and strengthen our community across both graduate schools.
The event will take place in a relaxed and informal setting, with light snacks and drinks provided.
Date: May 26,
2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Schlossgarten, Karlsruhe
We warmly encourage all interested participants to join us for an enjoyable evening of conversation and networking.
We look forward to seeing you there!
*We use “women” or "female" to explicitly include all who identify as such, as well as individuals belonging to gender minorities who feel addressed by this invitation. This space is open for all people of marginalized genders in academia (e.g. trans, non-binary, agender ...).
We are pleased to invite all female* PhD students to a joint after-work picnic of KCETA and KSQM, offering an opportunity to connect, exchange experiences, and strengthen our community across both graduate schools.
\n\n\n\n
The event will take place in a relaxed and informal setting, with light snacks and drinks provided.
\n\n\n\n
Date: May 26,
2026
\nTime: 6:00 PM
\nLocation: Schlossgarten, Karlsruhe
\n\n
We warmly encourage all interested participants to join us for an enjoyable evening of conversation and networking.
\n\n\n\n
We look forward to seeing you there!
\n\n\n\n
*We use “women” or "female" to explicitly include all who identify as such, as well as individuals belonging to gender minorities who feel addressed by this invitation. This space is open for all people of marginalized genders in academia (e.g. trans, non-binary, agender ...).
\nBlack holes play an increasingly important role in the study of gravitational physics. In this mini lecture series, aimed at graduate students with no prior experience in general relativity, we will first review the basics of curved spacetime, including a bit of mathematics but also drawing on physical intuition. In a second step, we will focus on black holes, explain some of their properties, and highlight what fundamental physics questions can be answered with current and planned observations of black holes. Last, in a third step, we will take a peek into the future, and address current theories (such as black hole thermodynamics, holography, and non-singular gravity) that address quantum aspects of black holes and connect the rich field of gravity to quantum physics itself.
Black holes play an increasingly important role in the study of gravitational physics. In this mini lecture series, aimed at graduate students with no prior experience in general relativity, we will first review the basics of curved spacetime, including a bit of mathematics but also drawing on physical intuition. In a second step, we will focus on black holes, explain some of their properties, and highlight what fundamental physics questions can be answered with current and planned observations of black holes. Last, in a third step, we will take a peek into the future, and address current theories (such as black hole thermodynamics, holography, and non-singular gravity) that address quantum aspects of black holes and connect the rich field of gravity to quantum physics itself.
\n DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260610T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260610T200000 LOCATION:KIT, Campus Süd, 30.23 Raum 10/1, Wolfgang-Gaede-Straße 1, 76131 Karlsruhe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID: 59897 DTSTAMP:20260521T080855Z SUMMARY:KSQM Retreat & Summer School 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
The interactive lecture on Mental Health for Scientists is about
the connections between inner mental health and personal productivity in
scientific work, communication and cooperation. The lecture will present
awareness tools and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and
energetic balance in research work.
Mental stability and
flexibility with a good inner focus and motivation can lead to much more
productive and creative work than if the researcher has to deal with
states of low energy, motivational crises and depressive feelings.
In the interactive lecture, we will experience in small exercises
how we ourselves can control and thus positively influence our energy,
our emotions and inner stability, which are the basis of our personal
productivity.
The event aims to contribute to a more open
communication culture in science, in which researchers can speak openly
and without shame about their mental, psychological and social stresses
and challenges and seek support.
Topics:
- Dealing with impostor
syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
- From toxic to productive
self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive beliefs
- Problems with self-esteem and sources of self-confidence
- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in science
-
Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of one's own
work
- Dealing with many construction sites at the same time -
scattering or focusing
- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
- Dealing with structural
stress (increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
\n\n\n\n
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
\n\n\n\n
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
\n\n
\nThe interactive lecture on
Mental Health for Scientists is about the connections between inner
mental health and personal productivity in scientific work,
communication and cooperation. The lecture will present awareness tools
and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and energetic balance in
research work.
\nMental stability and flexibility with a good inner
focus and motivation can lead to much more productive and creative work
than if the researcher has to deal with states of low energy,
motivational crises and depressive feelings.
\nIn the interactive
lecture, we will experience in small exercises how we ourselves can
control and thus positively influence our energy, our emotions and inner
stability, which are the basis of our personal productivity.
\nThe
event aims to contribute to a more open communication culture in
science, in which researchers can speak openly and without shame about
their mental, psychological and social stresses and challenges and seek
support.
\nTopics:
\n- Dealing
with impostor syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
\n- From toxic
to productive self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive
beliefs
\n- Problems with self-esteem and sources of
self-confidence
\n- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in
science
\n- Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of
one's own work
\n- Dealing with many construction sites at the same
time - scattering or focusing
\n- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
\n- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
\n- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
\n- Dealing with structural stress
(increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
\n\n
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
\n\n\n\n
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
\n DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260615T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260615T170000 LOCATION:PfalzAkademie, Franz-Hartmann-Str. 9, 67466 Lambrecht, END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID: 59898 DTSTAMP:20260521T080855Z SUMMARY:KSQM Retreat & Summer School 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
The interactive lecture on Mental Health for Scientists is about
the connections between inner mental health and personal productivity in
scientific work, communication and cooperation. The lecture will present
awareness tools and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and
energetic balance in research work.
Mental stability and
flexibility with a good inner focus and motivation can lead to much more
productive and creative work than if the researcher has to deal with
states of low energy, motivational crises and depressive feelings.
In the interactive lecture, we will experience in small exercises
how we ourselves can control and thus positively influence our energy,
our emotions and inner stability, which are the basis of our personal
productivity.
The event aims to contribute to a more open
communication culture in science, in which researchers can speak openly
and without shame about their mental, psychological and social stresses
and challenges and seek support.
Topics:
- Dealing with impostor
syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
- From toxic to productive
self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive beliefs
- Problems with self-esteem and sources of self-confidence
- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in science
-
Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of one's own
work
- Dealing with many construction sites at the same time -
scattering or focusing
- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
- Dealing with structural
stress (increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
\n\n\n\n
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
\n\n\n\n
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
\n\n
\nThe interactive lecture on
Mental Health for Scientists is about the connections between inner
mental health and personal productivity in scientific work,
communication and cooperation. The lecture will present awareness tools
and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and energetic balance in
research work.
\nMental stability and flexibility with a good inner
focus and motivation can lead to much more productive and creative work
than if the researcher has to deal with states of low energy,
motivational crises and depressive feelings.
\nIn the interactive
lecture, we will experience in small exercises how we ourselves can
control and thus positively influence our energy, our emotions and inner
stability, which are the basis of our personal productivity.
\nThe
event aims to contribute to a more open communication culture in
science, in which researchers can speak openly and without shame about
their mental, psychological and social stresses and challenges and seek
support.
\nTopics:
\n- Dealing
with impostor syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
\n- From toxic
to productive self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive
beliefs
\n- Problems with self-esteem and sources of
self-confidence
\n- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in
science
\n- Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of
one's own work
\n- Dealing with many construction sites at the same
time - scattering or focusing
\n- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
\n- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
\n- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
\n- Dealing with structural stress
(increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
\n\n
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
\n\n\n\n
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
\n DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260616T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260616T170000 LOCATION:PfalzAkademie, Franz-Hartmann-Str. 9, 67466 Lambrecht, END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID: 59899 DTSTAMP:20260521T080855Z SUMMARY:KSQM Retreat & Summer School 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
The interactive lecture on Mental Health for Scientists is about
the connections between inner mental health and personal productivity in
scientific work, communication and cooperation. The lecture will present
awareness tools and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and
energetic balance in research work.
Mental stability and
flexibility with a good inner focus and motivation can lead to much more
productive and creative work than if the researcher has to deal with
states of low energy, motivational crises and depressive feelings.
In the interactive lecture, we will experience in small exercises
how we ourselves can control and thus positively influence our energy,
our emotions and inner stability, which are the basis of our personal
productivity.
The event aims to contribute to a more open
communication culture in science, in which researchers can speak openly
and without shame about their mental, psychological and social stresses
and challenges and seek support.
Topics:
- Dealing with impostor
syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
- From toxic to productive
self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive beliefs
- Problems with self-esteem and sources of self-confidence
- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in science
-
Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of one's own
work
- Dealing with many construction sites at the same time -
scattering or focusing
- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
- Dealing with structural
stress (increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
\n\n\n\n
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
\n\n\n\n
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
\n\n
\nThe interactive lecture on
Mental Health for Scientists is about the connections between inner
mental health and personal productivity in scientific work,
communication and cooperation. The lecture will present awareness tools
and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and energetic balance in
research work.
\nMental stability and flexibility with a good inner
focus and motivation can lead to much more productive and creative work
than if the researcher has to deal with states of low energy,
motivational crises and depressive feelings.
\nIn the interactive
lecture, we will experience in small exercises how we ourselves can
control and thus positively influence our energy, our emotions and inner
stability, which are the basis of our personal productivity.
\nThe
event aims to contribute to a more open communication culture in
science, in which researchers can speak openly and without shame about
their mental, psychological and social stresses and challenges and seek
support.
\nTopics:
\n- Dealing
with impostor syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
\n- From toxic
to productive self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive
beliefs
\n- Problems with self-esteem and sources of
self-confidence
\n- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in
science
\n- Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of
one's own work
\n- Dealing with many construction sites at the same
time - scattering or focusing
\n- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
\n- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
\n- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
\n- Dealing with structural stress
(increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
\n\n
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
\n\n\n\n
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
\n DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260617T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260617T170000 LOCATION:PfalzAkademie, Franz-Hartmann-Str. 9, 67466 Lambrecht, END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID: 59900 DTSTAMP:20260521T080855Z SUMMARY:KSQM Retreat & Summer School 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
The interactive lecture on Mental Health for Scientists is about
the connections between inner mental health and personal productivity in
scientific work, communication and cooperation. The lecture will present
awareness tools and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and
energetic balance in research work.
Mental stability and
flexibility with a good inner focus and motivation can lead to much more
productive and creative work than if the researcher has to deal with
states of low energy, motivational crises and depressive feelings.
In the interactive lecture, we will experience in small exercises
how we ourselves can control and thus positively influence our energy,
our emotions and inner stability, which are the basis of our personal
productivity.
The event aims to contribute to a more open
communication culture in science, in which researchers can speak openly
and without shame about their mental, psychological and social stresses
and challenges and seek support.
Topics:
- Dealing with impostor
syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
- From toxic to productive
self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive beliefs
- Problems with self-esteem and sources of self-confidence
- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in science
-
Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of one's own
work
- Dealing with many construction sites at the same time -
scattering or focusing
- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
- Dealing with structural
stress (increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
\n\n\n\n
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
\n\n\n\n
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
\n\n
\nThe interactive lecture on
Mental Health for Scientists is about the connections between inner
mental health and personal productivity in scientific work,
communication and cooperation. The lecture will present awareness tools
and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and energetic balance in
research work.
\nMental stability and flexibility with a good inner
focus and motivation can lead to much more productive and creative work
than if the researcher has to deal with states of low energy,
motivational crises and depressive feelings.
\nIn the interactive
lecture, we will experience in small exercises how we ourselves can
control and thus positively influence our energy, our emotions and inner
stability, which are the basis of our personal productivity.
\nThe
event aims to contribute to a more open communication culture in
science, in which researchers can speak openly and without shame about
their mental, psychological and social stresses and challenges and seek
support.
\nTopics:
\n- Dealing
with impostor syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
\n- From toxic
to productive self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive
beliefs
\n- Problems with self-esteem and sources of
self-confidence
\n- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in
science
\n- Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of
one's own work
\n- Dealing with many construction sites at the same
time - scattering or focusing
\n- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
\n- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
\n- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
\n- Dealing with structural stress
(increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
\n\n
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
\n\n\n\n
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
\n DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260618T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260618T170000 LOCATION:PfalzAkademie, Franz-Hartmann-Str. 9, 67466 Lambrecht, END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID: 59901 DTSTAMP:20260521T080855Z SUMMARY:KSQM Retreat & Summer School 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
The interactive lecture on Mental Health for Scientists is about
the connections between inner mental health and personal productivity in
scientific work, communication and cooperation. The lecture will present
awareness tools and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and
energetic balance in research work.
Mental stability and
flexibility with a good inner focus and motivation can lead to much more
productive and creative work than if the researcher has to deal with
states of low energy, motivational crises and depressive feelings.
In the interactive lecture, we will experience in small exercises
how we ourselves can control and thus positively influence our energy,
our emotions and inner stability, which are the basis of our personal
productivity.
The event aims to contribute to a more open
communication culture in science, in which researchers can speak openly
and without shame about their mental, psychological and social stresses
and challenges and seek support.
Topics:
- Dealing with impostor
syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
- From toxic to productive
self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive beliefs
- Problems with self-esteem and sources of self-confidence
- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in science
-
Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of one's own
work
- Dealing with many construction sites at the same time -
scattering or focusing
- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
- Dealing with structural
stress (increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
Get ready for this year's retreat—it's going to be an amazing experience! Here’s what’s in store:
\n\n\n\n
Oral Presentation Sessions: Dive into engaging discussions and share your latest research findings with fellow members.
\n\n\n\n
Invited Talk „Maintain your Mental Health & Stability in PhD“ by Dr. Matthias Rudlof, psychologist & systemic and holistic coach
\n\n
\nThe interactive lecture on
Mental Health for Scientists is about the connections between inner
mental health and personal productivity in scientific work,
communication and cooperation. The lecture will present awareness tools
and strategies for mental clarity and emotional and energetic balance in
research work.
\nMental stability and flexibility with a good inner
focus and motivation can lead to much more productive and creative work
than if the researcher has to deal with states of low energy,
motivational crises and depressive feelings.
\nIn the interactive
lecture, we will experience in small exercises how we ourselves can
control and thus positively influence our energy, our emotions and inner
stability, which are the basis of our personal productivity.
\nThe
event aims to contribute to a more open communication culture in
science, in which researchers can speak openly and without shame about
their mental, psychological and social stresses and challenges and seek
support.
\nTopics:
\n- Dealing
with impostor syndrome, inner critic/perfectionism
\n- From toxic
to productive self-talk: Transforming negative beliefs into positive
beliefs
\n- Problems with self-esteem and sources of
self-confidence
\n- Dealing with criticism culture and rituals in
science
\n- Dealing with a lack of appreciation and recognition of
one's own work
\n- Dealing with many construction sites at the same
time - scattering or focusing
\n- Agile working in steps instead of
fainting in front of the big mountain
\n- Transforming
procrastination into flowing work with good energy
\n- Clarifying
dissonance and boundary management in important relationships (with
collegues, superiors, superiors)
\n- Dealing with structural stress
(increased workload, insecure employment situation and future,
competitive culture and isolation, bullying and (sexual)
discrimination)
\n\n
Networking Opportunities: Meet and mingle with other members in a relaxed, friendly setting designed for building connections and swapping ideas.
\n\n\n\n
We can’t wait to see you there and make KSQM Retreat 2024 something truly special!
\n DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260619T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260619T170000 LOCATION:PfalzAkademie, Franz-Hartmann-Str. 9, 67466 Lambrecht, END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID: 61772 DTSTAMP:20260521T080855Z SUMMARY:Lecture & Pizza Evening "From flat spacetime to black holes: a crash course into key concepts in gravitational physics" - part 3 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Black holes play an increasingly important role in the study of gravitational physics. In this mini lecture series, aimed at graduate students with no prior experience in general relativity, we will first review the basics of curved spacetime, including a bit of mathematics but also drawing on physical intuition. In a second step, we will focus on black holes, explain some of their properties, and highlight what fundamental physics questions can be answered with current and planned observations of black holes. Last, in a third step, we will take a peek into the future, and address current theories (such as black hole thermodynamics, holography, and non-singular gravity) that address quantum aspects of black holes and connect the rich field of gravity to quantum physics itself.
Black holes play an increasingly important role in the study of gravitational physics. In this mini lecture series, aimed at graduate students with no prior experience in general relativity, we will first review the basics of curved spacetime, including a bit of mathematics but also drawing on physical intuition. In a second step, we will focus on black holes, explain some of their properties, and highlight what fundamental physics questions can be answered with current and planned observations of black holes. Last, in a third step, we will take a peek into the future, and address current theories (such as black hole thermodynamics, holography, and non-singular gravity) that address quantum aspects of black holes and connect the rich field of gravity to quantum physics itself.
\n DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260624T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20260624T200000 LOCATION:KIT, Campus Süd, 30.23 Raum 10/1, Wolfgang-Gaede-Straße 1, 76131 Karlsruhe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID: 61793 DTSTAMP:20260521T080855Z SUMMARY:Coffee & Cake with Physicist Carina Lainer, Principal at Roland Berger’s Advanced Technology Center -- "journey from quantum optics research to strategy consulting and management" X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Carina Lainer is part of Roland Berger’s Advanced Technology Center, where she leads the "Quantum Technologies, Photonics and Optics Cluster." Her career began in quantum optics research at the German Aerospace Center in the Institute for Active Optical Systems. She transitioned into strategy consulting and became part of the management team at Roland Berger. Carina is recognized globally as a thought leader and advisor in quantum sensors, quantum communication, quantum cryptography, and quantum computing. She also possesses extensive experience in microelectronic and physics technologies, i.e., cooling systems, instrumentation, or semiconductor manufacturing.
As a respected subject matter expert, Carina is frequently invited to contribute as a guest columnist, publisher, and interview partner for specialist media, conferences, industry, and government consortia. She has successfully advised clients across high-tech electronics, semiconductors, chemicals, finance, automotive, and aerospace & defense industries, working with corporate clients, governmental institutions, and investors worldwide.
Her functional expertise includes go-to-market strategy, business model development, technology-driven transformation (including AI), performance improvement programs, and due diligence processes. Carina holds degrees in Physics and Business from the University of Oxford, Hult International Business School, Sorbonne University, and Johannes Gutenberg-University. She combines a passion for emerging technologies with a pragmatic perspective on market developments and customer needs, consulting at the forefront of technology innovation to create tangible impact for her clients.
Carina Lainer is part of Roland Berger’s Advanced Technology Center, where she leads the "Quantum Technologies, Photonics and Optics Cluster." Her career began in quantum optics research at the German Aerospace Center in the Institute for Active Optical Systems. She transitioned into strategy consulting and became part of the management team at Roland Berger. Carina is recognized globally as a thought leader and advisor in quantum sensors, quantum communication, quantum cryptography, and quantum computing. She also possesses extensive experience in microelectronic and physics technologies, i.e., cooling systems, instrumentation, or semiconductor manufacturing.
\n\nAs a respected subject matter expert, Carina is frequently invited to contribute as a guest columnist, publisher, and interview partner for specialist media, conferences, industry, and government consortia. She has successfully advised clients across high-tech electronics, semiconductors, chemicals, finance, automotive, and aerospace & defense industries, working with corporate clients, governmental institutions, and investors worldwide.
\n\nHer functional expertise includes go-to-market strategy, business model development, technology-driven transformation (including AI), performance improvement programs, and due diligence processes. Carina holds degrees in Physics and Business from the University of Oxford, Hult International Business School, Sorbonne University, and Johannes Gutenberg-University. She combines a passion for emerging technologies with a pragmatic perspective on market developments and customer needs, consulting at the forefront of technology innovation to create tangible impact for her clients.
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