Chapter
Physics and Intolerance to Ideas
50:11 - 59:38 (09:27)
The physicist, David Gross, suggests that physicists should be mindful of their intolerance towards radical new ideas to stimulate the growth of Physics as a field.
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The role of physics in the development of modern technology and economy is discussed, along with the lack of recognition for theoretical physics in the scientific community.
50:11 - 55:43 (05:32)
Physics
Summary
The role of physics in the development of modern technology and economy is discussed, along with the lack of recognition for theoretical physics in the scientific community.
ChapterPhysics and Intolerance to Ideas
EpisodeEric Weinstein: Revolutionary Ideas in Science, Math, and Society
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Theoretical physicist, Dr. Marcelo Gleiser, discusses how the physics community is becoming intolerant to new radical ideas and has been reluctant to accept theories that are not testable in the short term, citing string theory as an example.
55:43 - 59:38 (03:54)
Physics
Summary
Theoretical physicist, Dr. Marcelo Gleiser, discusses how the physics community is becoming intolerant to new radical ideas and has been reluctant to accept theories that are not testable in the short term, citing string theory as an example.