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Beauty and Truth in Mathematics and Science - Lecture 1

Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube

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Explore the intricate relationship between beauty and truth in mathematics and science through this captivating lecture by Robert May, Baron May of Oxford. As part of the 2012 Stanislaw Ulam Memorial Lectures, Professor May, a distinguished zoologist from Oxford University and Imperial College, delves into humanity's ongoing quest to understand the workings of the world. Examine how the concept of beauty has historically guided and continues to influence scientific inquiry. Gain insights into the complex interplay between beliefs, values, aesthetics, and truth in shaping our understanding of the universe. Reflect on how these interconnected elements impact our expectations for the future world.

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Lecture I - Beauty and Truth in Mathematics and Science


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Santa Fe Institute

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