Center of Gravity (CoG)

The Center of Gravity (CoG) is a multidisciplinary center where we strive to understand gravitational interaction and the cosmos. At the CoG, we will use particle physics techniques to accurately describe the classical inspiral of black holes or develop black hole models to shed new light on quantum information theory paradoxes and potentially identify deviations from Einstein’s theory. Our Center will perfect black hole spectroscopy, now in its golden age, anchored on the increased accuracy of numerical simulations. We will also study the effect of matter on the dynamics of black holes and on the lensing of gravitational waves.

The CoG is a center for new ideas about the foundations of physics. We bring together cutting-edge research in observations of black holes and in the formal theory of relativistic and quantum aspects of gravity, completing the visions of Bohr and Einstein for the gravitational interaction. Our research endeavor spans from data analysis to theoretical disciplines within astrophysics and high-energy physics, and we aim to drive gravitational-wave physics to an exciting future. The Center takes advantage of the remarkable talent at the Niels Bohr Institute to promote synergies linking fundamental physics with observations.

We have our physical home in the beautiful and legendary building at Blegdamsvej 17, established by Niels Bohr. This is the place where quantum theory was born and where many exciting new developments in gravity are now taking place. Today, the Niels Bohr Institute carries an important legacy in physics and is one of the leading institutes in theoretical and experimental physics. At the Center of Gravity, we hope to carry on the pioneering spirit that has defined our predecessors at the Niels Bohr Institute through trailblazing and fundamental research.