Science Cafe: Photons - information's best defence?

09 Feb

Time: Drop by from 7.30 for 8pm start end 10 pm

Location: Cafe-At-Bristol

As we head into a new decade we realise that our lives are not only based in reality but stored, manipulated and sent endlessly through the virtual world in the form of information. Our phone calls, bank details, emails, passwords and PINs are constantly being exchanged and reviewed but it is important we ask the question "Is my information secure?"

A new vision of complete security will be offered at February's Science Café by Alex Clark from the Centre for Quantum Photonics at Bristol University. Particles called photons from the quantum mechanical world can carry information in an entirely secure fashion, giving new possibilities for technology.

We'll begin the evening with an introduction to quantum communication from Alex, take part in some demonstrations, and then discuss the advantages and disadvantages of information security and this new quantum communication technology. Check no-one's watching over your shoulder.

 

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Join us in At-Bristol's café on the second Tuesday of the month to discuss contemporary science with experts - scientists, engineers, mathematicians, industry professionals and historians.

Science Cafés are informal evenings where you can discuss the latest issues in science and technology over a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.

Check out the science café website for further details.