Campagna School of Basic Science 2026
Advanced Methods for the Physics of the Universe
Joint initiative with Korea Institute for Basic Science (IBS)
The first edition of the Campagna School of Basic Science will focus on advanced theoretical methods for studying the physics of the universe. The program will feature four courses covering the following topics: inflationary cosmology; cosmological correlators; amplitude methods for gravitational waves; and topological data analysis techniques applied to cosmology. The aim of the school is to explore interdisciplinary subjects, fostering discussion and collaboration among participants.
In addition to the lectures, two public events will be organized to celebrate important historical characters who lived in Campagna. The first honors Giordano Bruno, often regarded as one of the earliest true cosmologists for his pioneering ideas about cosmic pluralism and the concept of an infinite universe. The second commemorates Juan Caramuel, considered the first mathematician to publish a rigorous study of non-decimal numeral systems, including the binary system, in 1670, during his stay in Campagna.
The School will be held as part of the second edition of “Campagna Science Week,” whose first edition took place in 2025 and included a conference.
Topics and Lecturers
- Inflationary Cosmology – Robert Brandenberger (McGill University, Canada)
- Cosmological Correlators – Paolo Benincasa (Santiago de Compostela University, Spain)
- Amplitude Methods for Gravitational Waves – Carlo Heissenberg (IPhT, Saclay, France)
- Topological Data Analysis for Cosmology – Matteo Biagetti (RIT, Area Science Park Trieste, Italy)
Public Lectures
- Giordano Bruno Seminar – Thibault Damour (IHES, Bures-sur-Yvette, France)