The poster showcases a Thai-style drawing of “Rahu devours the universe.” to symbolize the conference's location in Thailand.
Rahu (from Hindu and Buddhist mythology - Rāhu) the demon that devours the sun and moon and thus causes eclipses, often depicted to have dark skin and to be without the lower part of the body due to it having been severed by God Viṣṇu, who caught him stealing a divine nectar.
Although Rahu is portrayed as a sinful god, in Thai beliefs, he is seen as the giver of both misfortune and good fortune, especially in matters related to unexpected changes, such as fate or even love. Rahu is therefore not a clearly black and white “demon”, but rather a dark force of the universe that brings both challenges and revival. If anyone can overcome the challenging times that Rahu brings, they will experience unexpected levels of prosperity.
Rahu fits well with the theme of DSU. Overcome the challenges from the dark side of the universe and revolutionize physics!
