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Mind-blowing concepts

How experts think about some of the most mind-blowing ideas in science. From the anthropic principle to metaphysics, explore this 91av special series on 12 of the most important scientific concepts.

Physics quantum and quantum superposition

Physics

How quantum superposition forces us to confront what is truly real

What are quantum particles doing before we measure them? Getting to grips with this century-old debate takes us to the heart of whether there is an objective reality

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Physics

The deep lessons quasiparticles teach us about the nature of reality

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Coral reef

Life

How symbiosis made Earth what it is – and why it’s key to our future

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Mathematics

Why physicists think geometry is the path to a theory of everything

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Two little girls best friends, children, sisters sit on a wooden bench in the park outdoors.

Mind

How the science of friendships can help make yours better

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A thunderstorm cloud

Earth

Why geoengineering is no longer a complete taboo for scientists

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The word 'language' being highlighted in a dictionary.

Humans

Ancient humans only evolved language once, but why?

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Trees against starry sky

Space

Why are the physical constants of the universe so perfect for life?

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Chair on a jetty

Physics

How metaphysics probes hidden assumptions to make sense of reality

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