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AMA | October 2024

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

CHAPTER

Theory Meets Technology

This chapter examines the interplay between theoretical physics and technological innovation, highlighting historical precedents like Einstein's contributions to GPS. It differentiates between fundamental and applied physics, emphasizing the contemporary focus on immediate technological applications. The discussion also covers the complexities of academic publishing and the journey of transforming lecture notes into a widely recognized textbook.

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