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This chapter explores the stagnation in fundamental physics and its relationship to rising societal mistrust in science. The discussion emphasizes the need for collaboration to address objections and seek solutions to the perceived crisis.
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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
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to the Physics Crisis
03:29 - The Role of Experiment in Physics
06:21 - Internal Contradictions in Quantum Gravity
08:21 - Progress in Theoretical Physics
11:01 - Serendipity and Discovery in Research
12:09 - The Role of Funding in Physics
15:33 - Overproduction of Models in Academia
18:16 - Focus on Solving Inconsistencies
19:51 - The Crisis in Science
32:32 - Overhyping Research Possibilities
37:27 - Mistrust in Science and Academia
42:08 - Humor in Science Communication
57:46 - Addressing Problems in Academia
58:56 - The Scientific Underground and Job Market
1:02:29 - Academic Exodus
1:05:42 - Critique and Counterpoints
1:07:28 - The Irony of Theory Development
1:12:46 - The Scientific Underground
1:15:58 - The Crisis of Scientific Progress
1:28:31 - Challenges of Quantum Gravity
1:31:59 - The Special Issues Dilemma
1:46:49 - The Future of Scientific Discovery
1:54:22 - Envisioning a New Scientific Ecosystem
1:57:30 - A Call for Collaboration
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