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As part of the "SCOAP3 for Books" initiative (more info here: https://lnkd.in/e5quR-By ), in collaboration with Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), we recently published two Open Access monographs on research advances in Quantum Computation and Quantum Field Theory. 📖 Tensor Network Techniques for Quantum Computation [Authors: M. Collura, G. Lami, N. Ranabhat, A. Santini] Read it here: https://lnkd.in/en9cRFFJ 📚 Non-Perturbative Quantum Field Theory [Author: R. Percacci] Read it here: https://lnkd.in/e36msfpj In keeping with the motto "by scientists for scientists", SISSA Medialab and the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) are committed to publishing open access books of great interest to the scientific community.

The latest episode of #SciCommConversations – and the last for the year – is out! 🎧 Viktoria Cologna and Niels G. Mede were interviewed by Achintya Rao about their work on the #TISP project, a 68-country endeavour to understand public perceptions of science across the globe. On the podcast, they discussed their recent paper looking into trust in scientists: https://lnkd.in/eEHsqeCr You can listen to the episode below, with a full transcript, or subscribe to “SciComm Conversations” on your favourite podcast player (now also available on Apple Podcasts). #SciComm #ScienceCommunication European Research Executive Agency (REA) https://lnkd.in/eT8_VgUN

We are delighted to announce the publication of a #specialissue of the Journal of Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Experiment (JSTAT), commemorating its 20th anniversary. Discover the special issue here: https://lnkd.in/eCAG-eJR Over the past two decades, JSTAT has become a cornerstone in the field of #StatisticalPhysics, publishing nearly 6,000 high-quality papers. This special issue features a selection of 100 impactful articles reflecting the journal’s broad scope, introduced by an editorial note from Chief Scientific Director Leticia F. Cugliandolo. We extend our gratitude to the authors, referees, and editors who have contributed to making JSTAT a trusted and respected journal. #ScholarlyPublishing

🎉 Neuroscience at school! 🧠✨ Today marked the end of a special journey for the students of class 3^F at I.C. Dante Alighieri in Trieste! Over the past few months, they have worked side by side with researcher Caterina Ciani, PhD in molecular biology and researcher at SISSA, and their science teacher Luisa Feliziani, exploring the fascinating world of the brain and contemporary research in #neuroscience. But they didn't stop there! Divided into groups, the students created scientific posters to explore some of the topics in depth, using English: the language of science and research, which they have learnt to use following the science course in English since sixth grade. Today, these works were the main focus of a #postersession open to the public, which was extraordinarily well attended. 🌟 During the session, the public was able to vote for the most significant poster: many interesting prizes were up for grabs, as each contribution was unique and valuable. Thanks to all participants. Congratulations to the students for their commitment, creativity and enthusiasm! 👏 The course was funded by the Dana Foundation on the occasion of Brain Awareness Week 2024 and realised with the collaboration of SISSA Medialab and the SISSA for Schools programme. #BrainAwarenessWeek #ScienceForAll

The COALESCE Belgian National Hub, coordinated by Stickydot, has been presented at the BE SciComm annual event in Brussels!   A huge thank you to the Belgian science communication community and to those who attended the COALESCE clinic (held by Michael Creek) that helped us explore the challenges that scicomm practitioners in Belgium are facing. European Commission European Research Executive Agency (REA) EU Science, Research and Innovation #HorizonEU #SciComm

🌌 A journey to the origins of water A conference with Marco Fulle (Astronomical Observatory of Trieste INAF - Istituto Nazionale di Astrofisica), who guided us to the discovery of the mystery of water in our solar system, has just ended. Comets, considered for years to be the bearers of water, were the starting point of an extraordinary journey: from primordial gas and dust disks to the most recent discoveries by cutting-edge telescopes and daring space missions. A tale that blended science, curiosity and imagination, reminding us how fundamental water is to our life and to understanding the very origin of the Earth. Thanks to all participants! We look forward to seeing you at the last event of the series "Da Miramare al Cosmo" scheduled for Wednesday 22 January 2025 at 3 p.m. More info at https://lnkd.in/es_K7r_t

The European Commission has a new platform – the ERA Policy Platform to showcase successful contributions of Horizon Europe to citizen engagement. The European Competence Centre for Science Communication was recently added to the platform. #ScienceCommunication #SciComm #CitizenEngagement #CitizenScience #CitSci https://lnkd.in/e2iVQPKb

🌌 Putting the Anthropic Principle to the Test 🌌 Can the universe’s “just-right” conditions for life be scientifically tested? A groundbreaking study by Nemanja Kaloper and Alexander Westphal in JCAP proposes an experimental framework to challenge the anthropic principle. Their approach ties the validity of the principle to three key conditions: 1️⃣ Evidence for cosmic inflation, 2️⃣ Existence of ultralight axions, and 3️⃣ Dark matter not being made of axions. If all three hold true, the anthropic principle would be invalidated, questioning the improbability of our universe’s life-supporting conditions. This research bridges cosmology, particle physics, and philosophy, marking the first case where the anthropic principle could fail a scientific test. Observations from upcoming missions like LiteBIRD and studies of black holes may soon provide answers. 🚀 https://lnkd.in/dkYqGCab

Innovation, objectivity, rigour and information potential at the final event of Future Visions on Science Communication 2024 at SISSA Today we attended an inspiring session on the future of #journalism in which we talked about innovative funding models and professional #ethics. A meeting full of insights! Today's speakers were: 📌 Cristina Sivieri Tagliabue, Sole 24 Ore columnist, who took us inside the challenges and opportunities of digital and sustainable journalism; 📌 Leighton Kille, co-founder of The Conversation France, who told us the behind the scenes of one of the world's most innovative publishing network; 📌 Holger Wormer, professor at TU Dortmund, who shared his experience on training science journalists and the crucial role of #sciencecommunication. Thanks to all the speakers and those who attended!

COALESCE Hubs generate ideas to strengthen science communication in times of crisis “Finding ways to communicate science more effectively when a crisis is causing havoc is one of the biggest challenges facing science communication – something the COVID-19 pandemic brought into sharp focus. Polarisation, disinformation and the blurring of boundaries around who has relevant expertise all combine to make dealing with a crisis more challenging.” Article by Dr Andy Ridgway, graphic by Edgar Sanjuán. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e3B7ZHqG