RETHINKING PHYSICS - Exhibition Opening in Würzburg

The exhibition is open to the public during the regular visitor hours of the Martin von Wagner Museum.

Location

Martin von Wagner Museum der Universität Würzburg

Residenzplatz 2, Tor A

97070 Würzburg

Formal opening

January 17, 2025

5:00 — 7:00 PM

Opening Program:

Speeches by distinguished guests

Ralph Claessen — spokesperson of the cluster of excellence ct.qmat

Judith Roth-Jörg — third mayor of Würzburg and city school councillor

Monika Kraft — equal opportunities officer at the municipality of Würzburg

Gesine Drews-Sylla — women's representative of JMU Würzburg

Johanna Erdmenger — initiator and spokesperson of the Grete-Herman-Network

Anja Schlömerkemper — vice president of JMU Würzburg

Panel discussion

Our panel discussion brings together four women working in physics to share their career experiences, challenges, and accomplishments. The conversation will explore their contributions to both theoretical and experimental physics, as well as the role of gender in the field:

• • Johanna Erdmenger — theoretical physicist and chair of theoretical physics III at JMU as well as the initiator and spokesperson for the Grete-Hermann Network
  • Adriana Pálffy-Buß — professor of theoretical quantum information and quantum optics
  • Merit Spring — experimental physicist and PhD student in experimental physics IV
  • Romana Ganser — master’s student in experimental physics VII

Gallery walk and reception

Guests are invited to enjoy a gallery walk through the exhibition, accompanied by a welcoming reception. Sparkling wine will be served in front of the Toscana Hall to start the evening. The exhibition is spread throughout the gallery of the Martin von Wagner Museum and can be explored at your own pace along a designated route. Light refreshments will be available on the tables and in the final room of the exhibition, providing a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for viewing the displays.