This chapter delves into the concept of the expanding universe, questioning the existence of an edge, and the influence of human ego on our understanding. The speakers discuss the importance of remaining open to new ideas in scientific research and touch on the topic of the infinite nature of the universe.
Is the universe infinite? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Paul Mecurio go to infinity and beyond as we explore the origins of relativity, time travel, and the discovery of expansion with astrophysicist Janna Levin, PhD live from Pioneer Works in Brooklyn.
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