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Coding the Cosmos - Does Reality Emerge From Simple Computations?

Offered By: World Science Festival via YouTube

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Delve into a thought-provoking discussion between Stephen Wolfram and Brian Greene as they explore the possibility of the universe's ultimate theory emerging from a computationally simple framework. This two-hour and thirty-five-minute conference talk, part of the Big Ideas series supported by the John Templeton Foundation, challenges conventional thinking about the nature of reality and its computational origins. Examine the intersection of computer science, physics, and cosmology as these renowned experts dissect complex ideas and present them in an engaging, accessible manner. Gain insights into cutting-edge theories that may revolutionize our understanding of the cosmos and its fundamental workings.

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Coding the Cosmos: Does Reality Emerge From Simple Computations?


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World Science Festival

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