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The (Simple) Theory That Explains Everything | Neil Turok

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Rethinking Cosmic Inflation

This chapter explores the theory of cosmic inflation, addressing its ability to explain the universe's properties while critiquing its lack of definitive predictions. It delves into the complexities of inflationary models versus the standard model of particle physics, highlighting challenges in forming a coherent theoretical framework. The discussion considers the quest for simplicity in physics, advocating for a minimalist approach to understanding fundamental forces and particles.

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