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Science starts to get interesting when things don'’t make sense. Even today, there are experimental results that the most brilliant scientists can neither explain nor dismiss. In the past, similar anomalies have revolutionised our world: in the 16th century, a set of celestial irregularities led Copernicus to realise that the Earth goes around the sun and not the reverse. In 13 Things That Don'’t Make Sense, Michael Brooks meets thirteen modern-day anomalies that may become tomorrow'’s breakthroughs.

In 2000, Martin Bojowald, then a twenty-seven-year-old post-doc at Pennsylvania State University, used a relatively new theory called loop quantum gravity—a cunning combination of Einstein’s theory of gravity with quantum mechanics—to create a simple model of the universe. Loop quantum...

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Our Universe, A Pelican Book, written and read by Jo Dunkley. The night sky is an endless source of wonder and mystery. For thousands of years it has been at the heart of scientific and philosophical inquiry, from the first star catalogues etched into...

"Cuidar da vida não tem idade. Tem sentido." Bem-vindo ao podcast do Terapia Sem Consultório, o seu novo espaço de escuta, acolhimento e desenvolvimento pessoal.Criado pelo psicólogo Léo Aidar, este podcast é uma extensão da nossa comunidade de bem-estar, pensada exclusivamente para quem tem 50 anos ou mais e deseja viver com mais qualidade, propósito e pertencimento. Nós acreditamos que a saúde mental e emocional vai muito além das quatro paredes de um consultório clínico tradicional.Em um mundo cada vez mais digital e acelerado — onde tentam substituir o calor humano por ...

Le nouveau best-seller de Mickaël Launay, mathématicien spécialiste de la vulgarisation scientifique, qui nous explique de façon claire et précise la… physique quantique ! Pourquoi le jus d’orange monte-t-il dans la paille quand on aspire ? Est-on toujours la même personne vingt ans après ? Pourquoi est-il si dur de prédire la météo un mois à l’avance ? Et pourquoi y a-t-il plusieurs touches d’une même note sur un piano ? Autant de questions pas si anodines qui, pour peu qu’on les creuse, nous entraînent à renverser ce que nous croyons savoir du fonctionnement du monde.

Following the discovery of the Higgs boson, Frank Close has produced this major revision to his classic and compelling introduction to the fundamental particles that make up the universe. Frank Close takes us on a journey into the atom to examine known particles such as quarks, electrons, and the ghostly neutrino, and explains the key role and significance of the Higgs boson. Along the way he provides fascinating insights into how discoveries in particle physics have actually been made, and discusses how our picture of the world has been radically revised in the light of these developments.

Host Hank "Wrench" Mulligan explores the razor-thin line between maximum engine performance and catastrophic failure. Each episode dives into the engineering, physics, and high-stakes gamble of pushing internal combustion to its absolute limit—from mean piston speed mysteries to the brutal components that fail first when you choose violence over longevity. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

The Entangled Show discusses quantonomy, the study and economic impact of quantum systems, emphasizing the transition from classical computing to quantum technology. The video and audio podcast series serves as a guide for understanding this revolution, making quantum concepts accessible to business leaders, policymakers, and the curious. The show focuses on three key quantum pillars: superposition (multiple states at once), probability (embracing uncertainty beyond binary logic), and entanglement (deep interconnectedness across distances). Hosted by Sumit Parashar (technical expert) and Pete ...

Un podcast de divulgación científica donde exploro mi trabajo en desarrollo de fármacos, biología computacional y modelado in silico, junto con temas de bioinformática, biomedicina, física y ciencia en general. A través de conversaciones claras, análisis críticos y explicaciones accesibles, este espacio busca conectar la investigación de frontera con preguntas reales sobre la vida, la salud, la materia y el futuro de la ciencia.

What if a 1973 Opel with a stock engine outperforms a cutting-edge hydrogen fuel cell car? In this podcast, we dive into the physics of energy efficiency — exploring how a humble GM/Shell vehicle achieved 376 mpg through continuous waste heat recovery and steam implosion, while Toyota's Mirai relies on regenerative braking that only kicks in when you stop. We break down why recovering heat you were going to throw away anyway might be the most underrated idea in automotive engineering — and what it means for the future of clean mobility.

These 24 lectures present a wide-ranging intellectual exploration of this iconic scientist, genius, and champion of social justice. More than just a biography of Einstein's life, Albert Einstein provides you with an inside look at how this brilliant thinker arrived at his various revolutionary breakthroughs.

In this approachable and fascinating biography of the galaxy, an astrophysicist and folklorist details everything humans have discovered—from the Milky Way's formation to its eventual death, and what else there is to learn about the universe we call home. After a few billion years of bearing...

1961. Hidden deep within the forests of central Soviet Russia is a place that doesn’t appear on any map: a city called Arzamas-16. Here a community of dedicated scientists, technicians and engineers are building the most powerful nuclear device the world will ever see - 3,000 times more powerful than Hiroshima. But 10 days before the bomb is to be tested, a young physicist is found dead. His body contains enough radioactive poison to kill thousands. The Arzamas authorities believe it is suicide - they want the corpse disposed of and the incident forgotten.

Welcome to the weirdest side of physics—where particles teleport, light exists in two places at once, and reality itself might depend on whether you're watching. Mysteries of Quantum Mechanics: Simplified takes you on a mind-bending journey into the quantum world, where classical physics breaks down and the rules get really strange.Discover the pure mystery of quantum mechanics, without equations or complex math—just pure curiosity and joy in uncovering the deepest secrets of the quantum universe. From Einstein’s battle with uncertainty to the experiment that shattered reality, we ...

How is it possible that the universe burst into being from the flash of a single fireball? In an age when scientific knowledge is doubling every generation, how do we reconcile the story of the universe with our spiritual roles on Earth? Join noted scientist and author Brian Swimme, PhD, on a...

Apollo is the behind-the-scenes story of an epic achievement. Based on exhaustive research that included many exclusive interviews, Apollo tells how America went from a standing start to a landing on the moon at a speed that now seems impossible. It describes the unprecedented engineering challenges that had to be overcome to create the mammoth Saturn V and the facilities to launch it. It takes you into the tragedy of the fire on Apollo 1, the first descent to the lunar surface, and the rescue of Apollo 13.

The beauty of fractal patterns and their relation to chaos, as well as the history of chaos, and its uses in the real world and implications for the philosophy of science are all discussed in this Very Short Introduction audiobook. 

Brought to you by Penguin. In the constellation of Eridanus there lurks a cosmic mystery. It's as if something has taken a huge bite out of the universe, leaving a super-void. What could be the culprit? A super massive black hole? Another, bigger universe? Or an expanding vacuum bubble, destined...

Quantum computing isn't just a technological leap; it's a journey into the surreal world of quantum mechanics. Imagine a computer that doesn't follow the rules of classical physics, but instead dances through a dazzling array of possibilities. These quantum wizards, called qubits, open doors to solving problems once considered unsolvable. From unbreakable encryption to revolutionizing drug discovery, quantum computing promises a future that's as mind-bending as it is groundbreaking. Join us as we dive into this quantum wonderland!

In this Very Short Introduction, William Lowrie describes the internal and external processes that affect the planet, as well as the principles and methods of geophysics used to investigate them. From analyses of Earth's deepest interior to measurements made from Earth-orbiting satellites, Lowrie shows how geophysical exploration is vitally important in the search for mineral resources and emphasizes our need to understand the history of our planet and the processes that govern its continuing evolution.