Dr. Serge Haroche (2012 Nobel Laureate in Physics)
Dr. Mei-Yin Chou, Vice President of Academia Sinica
Dr. Yu-Ju Lin, Associate Research Fellow, Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences, Academia Sinica
January 16, 2026, Friday, 14:00
International Conference Hall (3F), Humanities and Social Sciences Building (HSSB), Academia Sinica
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Government employees participating in the lecture will receive certification for lifelong learning and 2 hours of study credit.
Mr. Chang, Department of International Affairs, Academia Sinica Tel: (02) 2789-9895
Exactly a hundred years ago, in January 1926, Schrödinger discovered the famous equation bearing his name which marked the birth of quantum physics. Among all the inventions born of this physics, the laser occupies an important place, both for the rich history of discoveries that led to its birth, and for the role it plays today in fundamental and applied research. This history began at the time of the “old quantum theory” with Einstein's discovery of stimulated emission in 1916 and Stern's discovery of the spatial quantization of the atomic angular momentum in 1922. Nuclear magnetic resonance (1945), optical pumping (1952), atomic clocks and the maser (1954) followed, leading in 1960 to the invention of the laser. This extraordinary light source plays an essential role in many modern technologies. It has also opened up fields of research in blue sky science that could not have been imagined at the time of its birth. We owe to it the cooling and trapping of atoms, the study of quantum gases of bosons and fermions, the discovery of gravitational waves and the manipulation of individual quantum particles, which has led to current research into quantum simulation and quantum computing. The laser may also provide answers to fundamental questions about the link between quantum physics and gravitation, or about the nature of the hypothetical dark matter. The rich history of the laser is a vivid illustration of the close link between fundamental research and technology.
Ms. Nadia Murad (2018 Nobel Peace Laureate)
Hosted by Dr. James C. Liao, President of Academia Sinica
Moderated by Dr. Mei-Hua Chen, Dean and Distinguished Professor,
Department of Sociology, National Sun Yat-sen University, Taiwan
December 1, 2025, Monday, 14:00
Second Conference Room (3F), Humanities and Social Sciences Building (HSSB), Academia Sinica
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Government employees participating in the lecture will receive certification for lifelong learning and 2 hours of study credit.
Mr. Chang, Department of International Affairs, Academia Sinica
Tel: (02) 2789-9895
This discussion explores the various stakeholders who can impact the global fight against conflict-related sexual violence. Led by Nadia Murad, the discussion will highlight the roles of governments, NGOs, community leaders and survivors in advocacy efforts. Attendees will gain insight into the collaborative approaches essential for driving systemic change and the importance of inclusive dialogue in addressing this pervasive issue.
“The End of Disease? – The Extraordinary Developments in Biomedicine and the Implications for Humanity”
Dr. Roger Kornberg (2006 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry)
Dr. James C. Liao, President of Academia Sinica
November 20, 2025, Thursday, 14:00
International Conference Hall (3F), Humanities and Social Sciences Building (HSSB), Academia Sinica
Government employees participating in the lecture will receive certification for lifelong learning and 2 hours of study credit.
Mr. Chang, Department of International Affairs, Academia Sinica Tel: (02) 2789-9895
As the problem of COVID 19 recedes into the background and public concern recedes with it, the problem of global pandemics, however, has not changed, and there is deep concern among health authorities that a far more dangerous pandemic is developing now and may soon be upon us. In his lecture, Professor Kornberg will present a remarkable solution to the problem of future pandemic preparedness. Implementation of this solution by governments and industry will assure that there will never be another pandemic. Besides, exposure to PM2.5 is the single greatest threat to human health globally, killing over 10 million people every year and costing the global economy upward of $8T. Professor Kornberg will present an ingenious software solution that can empower people all over the globe to protect themselves at little cost and with relative ease.