The Why Factor
Why We Search for the Origins of Life
Feb 26, 2016
Discover why humans are driven to search for the origins of life at CERN's Large Hadron Collider. Explore the intricate engineering of proton extraction and the global collaboration in unraveling the mysteries of the universe. Learn how CERN's research has impacted society and led to breakthroughs like the World Wide Web. Delve into the connection between fundamental research, technological progress, and international collaboration in advancing global development.
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- Humanity's curiosity drives the search for origins, exploring the universe's fundamental mysteries.
- CERN's research not only uncovers universe origins but also leads to practical technologies benefiting society.
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Exploring the Infinity and the Infinitesimal
This episode delves into humanity's fascination with the vast and the minuscule, as exemplified by the research conducted at CERN, the European Organization for Particle Physics. By investigating the origins of the universe through colliding subatomic particles at incredible speeds in the Large Hadron Collider, scientists aim to unravel fundamental mysteries and understand the building blocks of our existence. The episode highlights the journey into the underground realm of CERN, revealing the complexity of the Atlas detector and the dedication to exploring the universe at both its largest and smallest scales.
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