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The Ups and Downs of String Theory
34:40 - 48:22 (13:41)
String theory, the popular theory in theoretical physics which became more controversial in recent years, is a long-term pursuit that requires extensive research and understanding of complicated topics. Despite its challenges, it continues to intrigue researchers who embrace the possibilities of extra dimensions and its influence on our world.
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The popularity of string theory has decreased recently and scientists are questioning whether it is really the answer.
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The popularity of string theory has decreased recently and scientists are questioning whether it is really the answer. However, there are still many dedicated physicists continuing to work on the theory to answer the deep questions of the universe.
ChapterThe Ups and Downs of String Theory
Episode#232 – Brian Greene: Quantum Gravity, Big Bang, Aliens, Life, Death, and Meaning
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Physicist Brian Greene discusses the quest to understand extra dimensions of space and how they could provide insight into the behaviors of particles and forces in our world.
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Physicist Brian Greene discusses the quest to understand extra dimensions of space and how they could provide insight into the behaviors of particles and forces in our world.
ChapterThe Ups and Downs of String Theory
Episode#232 – Brian Greene: Quantum Gravity, Big Bang, Aliens, Life, Death, and Meaning
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Physicist Brian Greene has commented that String theory is far too speculative and hypothetical for it to be eligible for a Nobel Prize, which is an award given to the best available explanation for the things that we observe in the world.
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Physicist Brian Greene has commented that String theory is far too speculative and hypothetical for it to be eligible for a Nobel Prize, which is an award given to the best available explanation for the things that we observe in the world. Rather, it should be called the "String Hypothesis" for now.
ChapterThe Ups and Downs of String Theory
Episode#232 – Brian Greene: Quantum Gravity, Big Bang, Aliens, Life, Death, and Meaning
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
It is important to have a wide range of views and perspectives to stay fresh and focused on important ideas.
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It is important to have a wide range of views and perspectives to stay fresh and focused on important ideas. Arguments should be made within a subject in order to come up with better approaches to the world and make previous ideas irrelevant.