In this course, one of the greatest pioneers in contemporary physics, Michael Duff, makes the case for M-theory; string theory’s most complete account of reality- how it works, and how it changes our understanding of science, the universe, and beyond.
In this course, you will learn:
- Why one-dimensional ‘strings’ might make up the fabric of reality.
- How M-theory might revolutionize the standard model of particle physics.
- Why M-theory demands there to be 11 dimensions.
- What branes are, and why they suggest a potentially infinite multiverse.
- How these ideas might scientific mysteries from dark matter and the mystery of life.
- Why other universes might obey different laws.
- How M-theory challenges our idea of what science might be.
Course Syllabus
- Part One: Why M-theory?
Why do extra dimensions, strings and supersymmetry seem necessary to unify physics?
- Part Two: The Future of Physics
Can M-theory answer it's critics? Has there been progress? Duff outlines his vision for the future.