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Complex Conceptions of Time - Exploring Scientific and Literary Perspectives

Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube

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Explore complex conceptions of time in this thought-provoking panel discussion featuring David Krakauer, Ted Chiang, David Wolpert, and James Gleick. Delve into the nature of time, examining how science fiction has influenced our understanding and measurement of it, and how physics and complex systems science approach fundamental questions about time. Investigate favorite metaphors for time, trace the history of time's mathematization, review time travel in science fiction, and consider arguments between free will and determinism. Gain insights from experts in various fields as they dissect topics such as the block universe concept, Einstein's equations, H.G. Wells' contributions, prophecy stories, contemporary time travel narratives, and the relationship between time and entropy.

Syllabus

Intro
Welcome
The Time Panel
Metaphors
Commonality
Narrative vs Geometric
David
Block Universe
Einsteins Equations
HG Wells
Prophecy Stories
Contemporary Time Travel Stories
The Block Universe
Time Travel
Entropy


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