Philip Ball

Philip Ball, a science writer specializing in physics and chemistry, dives into the intriguing world of quantum thermodynamics. He discusses how quantum mechanics can enable heat to flow in seemingly impossible ways, challenging classical thermodynamics. Ball elaborates on Maxwell's demon and its implications for reversing heat flow. The conversation explores the potential applications of entanglement in quantum engines and refrigeration, highlighting the experimental prospects of verifying quantum behavior and its relevance to quantum computing.