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Making Sense of String Theory

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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TED Courses Cosmology Courses Theoretical Physics Courses String Theory Courses Superstring Theory Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of string theory in this 19-minute TED talk. Delve into the evolution of our understanding of the universe, from Einstein's concepts of gravity and space-time to the cutting-edge superstring theory. Learn how minuscule strands of energy vibrating in 11 dimensions may be responsible for creating every particle and force in the universe. Gain insights into this mind-bending theory, explained in clear, nontechnical language by renowned string theorist Brian Greene. Discover how this groundbreaking concept could potentially be tested at the Large Hadron Collider in Geneva, and expand your knowledge of the latest developments in theoretical physics and cosmology.

Syllabus

Making sense of string theory | Brian Greene


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TED

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