Quantum mechanics and the double slit experiment

Quantum mechanics is one of the most confusing fields of contemporary physics. Fermilab’s Dr. Don Lincoln takes us through an introduction of the big ideas and prepares the viewer for a follow-on video that is even more mind-blowing.

1986 Grangier/Roger/Aspect paper:

Undergrad experiment paper:

Quantum mechanics interpretations:

Fermilab physics 101:

Fermilab home page:

[michaelneufeld]

No mustache? You can’t fool me, this is clearly Dr. Lincoln!

[wuyqrbt]

Dr. Don Lincoln is back and I'm happy.
I missed you Dr. Lincoln.

[firefeethok_tui]

You’re a rare breed, extremely intelligent but excellent communicator. It’s neat to see a scientist/researcher/quantum physics person that has a sense of humor, facial expressions to match and great communication skills.

[sando]

Dr. Lincoln, an asset to Fermilab!! Thank you sir, your explanations enlighten my life !!

[tscoffey]

Teasing with the Quantum Eraser - for the win.

[Eric-ytfp]

This channel deserves so much more attention. Seriously some of the best science communication on the Internet.

[frankroos]

I still love the way Dr Don says "I don't know". More people should do it that way.

[adrian.banninksy]

I am on vacation now and promised my wife not to spent too much time on physics. But a Fermi Lab video of Don changes all the rules. Quantum physic, I am addicted to it. Great video!

[MrRAAN]

The quality of these videos just keep getting better and better! I've been interested (as a hobby) in cosmology more than 15 years now, and understanding the nature of our reality. I'm just starting to make sense of what you just said. Maybe I'm stupid, but for others out there who are having a hard time grasping these ideas of light as a particle AND a wave, and super-positions, and quantum-entanglement; don't sweat it. It took 10 years of watching these kind of videos to finally get my head around it.
And edit lol: I don't mean I understand it. I mean I'm getting the idea BEHIND it 😂

[Paul_Ch]

Hair cut, clean shaven and lost weight but still full of good science. Welcome back, Dr. Don.

[beesod]

One of my favorite STEM Level Bosses and this is not even his final form! but for real, much thanks! Love all your videos Dr. Lincoln!

[allthumbs]

No matter how many times I see the double slit experiment I’m simultaneously baffled and delighted!

[i-evi-l]

I come into most of these videos already knowing how its going to go down. The thing I watch is the explanation and teaching style of these phenomena.

Don, you are a freaking master at presenting this info. Keep up the great work on these education videos.

[juhanluik]

Woo hoo, another series coming up! I hope it's as long as the previous one was.

[boyanfg]

Thank you! A very simple, very professional and very true explanation of the double slit experiment. Surprisingly it is hard to find this in popular literature or on YouTube. Two thumbs up!

[shawnchong]

YES! YOU ARE BACK Dr. Thank you very much. You're videos are very enjoyable.

[kpdubbs]

No Mustache? The TVA is coming for you Variant Don.

[tanmaydeshmukh]

I haven't scene physics videos for months now but i couldn't stop myself from clicking this one as soon as i saw don in the thumbnail

[fullbellygod]

This Mr Lincoln is worth his weight in Gold. The way he explains things is phenomenal.

[lohphat]

Besides the lack of 'stache, you've also lost a lot of weight. I hope that's intentional. Getting rid of excess weight will keep you around longer.