Jonathan Gorard: Quantum Gravity & Wolfram Physics Project
Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal
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Unraveling Computational Irreducibility
This chapter examines computational irreducibility through the lens of Rule 30, discussing the difficulties of proving its irreducibility despite ongoing challenges. The conversation expands to compare Rule 30 with Rule 110, exploring the complexities of definitions in computational frameworks and the implications of observer theory in quantum mechanics and general relativity. Throughout, the speakers reflect on the philosophical nuances of observation, perception, and the nature of scientific inquiry in relation to observable and unobservable phenomena.
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