The universe, from the vastness of space to the intricacies of biology, thrives in a state of “out-of-equilibrium”. Cosmic phenomena, such as stars and galaxies, constantly evolve due to gravitational forces and energy exchanges. On Earth, thermal currents drive weather, sunlight fuels photosynthesis, and life resists stillness—cells metabolize, organisms adapt, ecosystems evolve—all powered by unyielding energy flows.

Come and learn about why “out-of-equilibrium” is the normal and how equilibrium means “dead-ended stagnation”.

Organiser:

Mohan Balasubramanian (Warwick Medical School)

Speakers:

Jiachen Jiang (Physics)

Wing Ying Chow (Physics)

Jyotsna Parmar (School of Life Sciences)

Rob Cross (Warwick Medical School)

Doors open at 5:30pm and light refreshments will be provided. Talks begin at 6:00pm.

Please note the recommended age for this event is 14+ and all under-18s must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is organised by the School of Life Sciences and Warwick Medical School and shared by Resonate.