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QBism: Is quantum uncertainty all in the mind?

QBism: Is quantum uncertainty all in the mind?

7 May 2014

The microscopic world described by quantum theory seems a strange, confusing place – but some physicists argue it's just us who are uncertain


Quantum death: How the cosmic speed limit got frozen

Quantum death: How the cosmic speed limit got frozen

26 March 2014

Light speed is no limit in the quantum world – so why can't we exploit that freedom? Perhaps because we're living in the dead husk of a richer cosmos


What is the point of a theory of everything?

What is the point of a theory of everything?

9 October 2013

History tells us that we will gain from the search for ultimate truth – just not what we expected, says MacGregor Campbell


Why space has exactly three dimensions

Why space has exactly three dimensions

25 September 2013

The explanation of one of reality's greatest mysteries could lie in physics we already know


Space vs time: One has to go – but which?

Space vs time: One has to go – but which?

12 June 2013

If we want to progress towards a theory of everything, we need to understand how space and time fit together – if they do at all, says Anil Ananthaswamy


About time: Countdown to the theory of everything

About time: Countdown to the theory of everything

5 October 2011

General relativity and quantum mechanics explain time in drastically different ways – reconciling them is the key to a theory that will encompass both


About time: Why does time's arrow fly only one way?

About time: Why does time's arrow fly only one way?

5 October 2011

We can move through space in any direction we like – but time is a strictly one-way street, and physicists still can't tell us why


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Who was the first scientist?

7 September 2011

Carlo Rovelli argues that ancient Greek philosopher Anaximander should claim the title of The First Scientist


Did our cosmos exist before the big bang?

Did our cosmos exist before the big bang?

10 December 2008

What if our universe didn't emerge from nothing, but is a recycled version of one that went before? Anil Ananthaswamy investigates


What makes the universe tick?

What makes the universe tick?

19 November 2008

If you want to understand the universe be prepared to get your moments in a muddle, advises Michael Brooks


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