Einstein's theory of gravity (gravitation), the general theory of relativity, is one of the most important scientific achievements of the past millennium. It describes the gravitational and space-time structure of the world on a large scale - in the macroscopic range.
At the Albert Einstein Institute, the whole spectrum of the general theory of relativity is researched - from the tremendous dimensions of the cosmos down to the unimaginably minuscule dimensions of strings. For example, there is work being conducted here on the development of a theory which proposes to combine the quantum field theory with the general theory of relativity, forming an all-encompassing, unified world equation. Gravitational waves and black holes are simulated here using super computers. The numerical solution of Einstein‘s equations is also being investigated here. In addition, new mathematical methods to deal with the enormous difficulties in the path of research into theoretical relativity are developed at the institute.
In the field of experimentation, the focus is on gravitational wave detectors on earth and in space; they are designed to enable a completely new astronomy. The unification of all these important branches of research under one roof is unique in the world.
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Max-Planck-Institut für Gravitationsphysik (Albert-Einstein-Institut)
Am Mühlenberg 1
14476 Golm
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