Elegance: Music & Math

Phil Blue, a student at Michigan State University, shares his journey from studying computer science and engineering to pursuing a PhD in physics at UCLA. He discusses his involvement in the TATC project, which aids in selecting optimal space missions, and his research on microlensing, a technique to discover exoplanets. Phil also highlights the role of classical music in enhancing his problem-solving skills, drawing parallels between music and mathematics.

Explain the concept of microlensing as described by Phil.

How does Phil feel music influences his problem-solving abilities?