Gets to the heart of science by asking a fundamental question: what is the true nature of space and time? This unique volume brings together world leaders in cosmology, particle physics, quantum gravity, mathematics, philosophy andtheology, to provide fresh insights into the deep structure of space and time. Subjects ranging from dark matter to the philosophical and theological implications of spacetime, ensuring that the issue is thoroughly explored. This unique volume brings together world leaders in cosmology, particle physics, quantum gravity, mathematics, philosophy and theology, to provide fresh insights into the deep structure of space and time. Subjects ranging from dark matter to the philosophical and theological implications of spacetime, ensuring that theissue is thoroughly explored. This book gets to the heart of science by asking a fundamental question about its essence: what is the true nature of space and time? Both defy modern physics and scientists find themselves continually searching for answers. This unique volume brings together world leaders in cosmology, particle physics, quantum gravity, mathematics, philosophy and theology, to provide fresh insights into the deep structure of space and time. In an attempt to understand the question, subjects ranging from dark matter to the philosophical and theological implications of spacetime are covered, ensuring that the issue is thoroughly explored. Interesting and thought-provoking answersprovide a well-rounded read. INDICE: Preface; 1. The dark universe A. N. Taylor; 2. Quantum spacetime and physical reality S. Majid; 3. Causality, quantum theory and cosmology R. Penrose; 4. On the fine structure of spacetime A. Connes; 5. Where physics meetsmetaphysics M. Heller; 6. The nature of time J. C. Polkinghorne; Index.
- ISBN: 978-1-107-64168-6
- Editorial: Cambridge University
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 308
- Fecha Publicación: 26/03/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés