Nathan Coppedge
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The Future of Physics
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Abstract
Radical, rational perspective based on the shortcomings of string theory, etc.
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"So what will you do if string theory is wrong?
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What Future Will We Choose for Physics?
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String Theory: Where Are We Now?
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The setbacks of theoretical physics
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THE FUTURE OF THEORY
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Modern Physics from Crisis to Crisis
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Is it time for a new paradigm in physics?
Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 2019
The fact that the two main pillars of modern Physics are incompatible with each other; the fact that some unsolved problems have accumulated in Physics; and, in particular, the fact that Physics has been invaded by weird concepts (as if we were in the Middle Ages); these facts are quite sufficient to confirm the need for a new paradigm in Physics. But the conclusion that a new paradigm is needed is not sufficient, without an answer to the question: is there sufficient sources and resources to construct a new paradigm in Physics? I consider that the answer to this question is also yes. Today, Physics has sufficient material in experimental facts, theoretical achievements and human and technological potential. So, there is the need and opportunity for a new paradigm in Physics. The core of the new paradigm of Physics would be the nature of matter. According to this new paradigm, Physics should give up on wave-particle dualism, should redefine waves, and should end the mystery about li...
A Brief Preview of Future Cosmology, Particle Physics, Quantum Mechanics, and Unification – From the Big-Bang Creation Myth to Black Holes (June 5, 2019)
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