Introduction to Hindu Cosmology The Concept of a Multiverse in Hinduism In Hindu cosmology, the notion of a multiverse is not only acknowledged but intricately detailed. The ancient texts describe an infinite number of universes, each undergoing cycles of creation, preservation, and dissolution. These universes, known as Brahmandas, are said to exist like bubbles in […]
The Quantum Conspiracy: What Popularizers of QM Don’t Want You to Know
Introduction to Quantum Mechanics and the Perception of Reality Setting the Stage for Quantum Mechanics Quantum Mechanics (QM) emerged in the early 20th century as a revolutionary framework for understanding the microscopic world. It was a response to experimental observations that could not be explained by classical physics, such as the discrete energy levels of […]
Hinduism Explained Logically
Introduction to Hinduism Understanding ‘Namaste’: A Greeting of Respect The word Namaste, often accompanied by a gesture of hands pressed together near the heart, is a ubiquitous greeting in the Hindu culture. It is derived from Sanskrit, where ‘namah’ means ‘bow’ and ‘te’ means ‘to you,’ translating to ‘I bow to you.’ This greeting encapsulates […]
Three revolutions of Quantum Theory
Quantum theory has undergone three revolutions, with the first being the foundational period from 1902 to around 1970. This era covered the development of key concepts like Planck’s blackbody radiation, Einstein’s photoelectric effect, the Bohr atom, Schrödinger’s equation, Heisenberg’s matrix mechanics, and Dirac’s work on the electron. The second revolution, influenced by a group […]
The Euclid Space Telescope’s Spectacular First Photos of Distant and Hidden Galaxies
The European Space Agency’s Euclid space telescope has captured its first science images, showcasing the universe’s grandeur, including a galaxy cluster in Perseus, the “Hidden Galaxy,” an irregular galaxy, a densely star-packed globular cluster, and the Horsehead Nebula. These images were unveiled by the ESA at an event in Germany, marking a significant milestone for […]
Sir Roger Penrose’s Cosmological Concepts
Introduction to Cosmological Concepts The Big Bang and the Concept of ‘Before’ The Big Bang theory is the prevailing cosmological model that describes the early development of the Universe. According to this theory, the Universe expanded from an extremely hot and dense singularity approximately 13.8 billion years ago. This singularity marks the edge of our […]
Sir Roger Penrose’s Alternative Cosmology
The discussion revolves around cosmology, specifically an alternative model of the universe that challenges traditional views on the Big Bang and the universe’s evolution. The speaker, who refers to his idea as “crazy,” suggests that instead of a singular Big Bang, the universe might be cyclical, with each cycle or “eon” starting with a Big […]
Cosmic Enigmas and Black Holes
Introduction to Cosmic Enigmas and Black Holes The Universe as a Closed System The cosmos is often conceptualized as a vast, boundless expanse, but in scientific terms, it can be considered a closed system. This perspective is crucial when discussing the laws of physics, particularly thermodynamics, as it pertains to the universe. Within this closed […]
James Webb telescope: Baby star launches giant jets and shocks
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured a stunning image of a young star, HH212, in the process of formation, located in the Orion constellation about 1,300 light-years from Earth. The protostar, estimated to be around 50,000 years old, is reminiscent of what our Sun might have looked like at a similar stage. The […]
Leonard Susskind on the Holographic Universe
Introduction to the Holographic Principle Personal anecdote of being labeled ‘the bad boy of physics’ It’s a moniker that has followed me throughout my career, the “bad boy of physics.” This label, often worn as a badge of honor, was first bestowed upon me not for any acts of academic rebellion, but for my relentless […]
