Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal
Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal
Theories of Everything
What's Wrong With (Fundamental) Physics? | Sabine Hossenfelder
2 hour 10 minutes Posted Dec 7, 2024 at 6:30 pm.
Introduction to the Physics Crisis
The Role of Experiment in Physics
Internal Contradictions in Quantum Gravity
Progress in Theoretical Physics
Serendipity and Discovery in Research
The Role of Funding in Physics
Overproduction of Models in Academia
Focus on Solving Inconsistencies
The Crisis in Science
Overhyping Research Possibilities
Mistrust in Science and Academia
Humor in Science Communication
Addressing Problems in Academia
The Scientific Underground and Job Market
Academic Exodus
Critique and Counterpoints
The Irony of Theory Development
The Scientific Underground
The Crisis of Scientific Progress
Challenges of Quantum Gravity
The Special Issues Dilemma
The Future of Scientific Discovery
Envisioning a New Scientific Ecosystem
A Call for Collaboration
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In today's episode of Theories of Everything, Curt Jaimungal speaks with physicist Sabine Hossenfelder to cover what's truly wrong with fundamental physics. Together, they uncover why long-standing problems linger, why essential data remain elusive, and how systemic pressures are stifling meaningful breakthroughs.
Links Mentions:
- Existential Physics: A Scientist's Guide to Life's Biggest Questions: https://amzn.to/3BeOyML
- Lost in Math: How Beauty Leads Physics Astray: https://amzn.to/3OL4GbV
- Sean Carroll's TOE Episode: https://youtu.be/9AoRxtYZrZo
- Peter Woit's TOE 1st Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9z3JYb_g2Qs
- Peter Woit's TOE 2nd Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTSeqsCgxj8
- Sabine's Crisis in Science Series:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KW4yBSV4U38
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMOjD_Lt8qY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQVF0Yu7X24
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBIvSGLkwJY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBT9vFrV6yQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKiBlGDfRU8
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