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Riddles of Reality - From Quarks to the Cosmos

Offered By: World Science Festival via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the fascinating world of quantum mechanics and cosmology in this thought-provoking discussion between Brian Greene and Nobel Laureate Frank Wilczek, winner of the 2022 Templeton Prize. Delve into the mysteries of reality, from the smallest quarks to the vast cosmos, as these renowned scientists examine current insights in the field and their potential implications for our future understanding. Discover topics such as the unreasonable effectiveness of mathematics, the fundamental substrate of our world, black holes, the strong nuclear force, dark matter, axions, and dark energy. Gain insights into the power of mathematical models, the foundations of scientific inquiry, and the ongoing quest to unravel the riddles of reality. Join this vibrant conversation that bridges the gap between the microworld and the cosmos, challenging our perceptions and expanding our knowledge of the universe.

Syllabus

Intro
The unreasonable effectiveness of mathematics
The fundamental substrate of our world
The power of mathematics
Making better models
Deeper structure
What drives you
Foundations
Black Holes
Strong Nuclear Force
Why cant you isolate quarks
How to get mass without mass
Using powerful computers
Equations
Dark Matter
Axions
Dark Energy
Is science accurate
Would science change the world


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World Science Festival

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