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| Author | : John D. Barrow |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press on Demand |
| Total Pages | : 706 |
| Release | : 1988 |
| Genre | : Literary Criticism |
| ISBN | : 9780192821478 |
Explores the concepts and many implications of the theory that the structure and operation of the universe is determined by the existence of intelligent observers
| Author | : Nick Bostrom |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 240 |
| Release | : 2013-10-11 |
| Genre | : Philosophy |
| ISBN | : 113671099X |
Anthropic Bias explores how to reason when you suspect that your evidence is biased by "observation selection effects"--that is, evidence that has been filtered by the precondition that there be some suitably positioned observer to "have" the evidence. This conundrum--sometimes alluded to as "the anthropic principle," "self-locating belief," or "indexical information"--turns out to be a surprisingly perplexing and intellectually stimulating challenge, one abounding with important implications for many areas in science and philosophy. There are the philosophical thought experiments and paradoxes: the Doomsday Argument; Sleeping Beauty; the Presumptuous Philosopher; Adam & Eve; the Absent-Minded Driver; the Shooting Room. And there are the applications in contemporary science: cosmology ("How many universes are there?", "Why does the universe appear fine-tuned for life?"); evolutionary theory ("How improbable was the evolution of intelligent life on our planet?"); the problem of time's arrow ("Can it be given a thermodynamic explanation?"); quantum physics ("How can the many-worlds theory be tested?"); game-theory problems with imperfect recall ("How to model them?"); even traffic analysis ("Why is the 'next lane' faster?"). Anthropic Bias argues that the same principles are at work across all these domains. And it offers a synthesis: a mathematically explicit theory of observation selection effects that attempts to meet scientific needs while steering clear of philosophical paradox.
| Author | : Malcolm S. Longair |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 365 |
| Release | : 2013-03-07 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 9401022208 |
Proceedings of IAU Symposium No. 63, held in Cracow, Poland, September 10-12, 1973
| Author | : Bernard Carr |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 544 |
| Release | : 2007-06-21 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 9780521848411 |
Physicists argue from different perspectives for and against the idea of the existence of multiple universes.
| Author | : Andrew Zimmerman Jones |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 387 |
| Release | : 2009-11-16 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 047046724X |
A clear, plain-English guide to this complex scientific theory String theory is the hottest topic in physics right now, with books on the subject (pro and con) flying out of the stores. String Theory For Dummies offers an accessible introduction to this highly mathematical "theory of everything," which posits ten or more dimensions in an attempt to explain the basic nature of matter and energy. Written for both students and people interested in science, this guide explains concepts, discusses the string theory's hypotheses and predictions, and presents the math in an approachable manner. It features in-depth examples and an easy-to-understand style so that readers can understand this controversial, cutting-edge theory.
| Author | : John Leslie |
| Publisher | : Psychology Press |
| Total Pages | : 244 |
| Release | : 1989 |
| Genre | : Philosophy |
| ISBN | : 9780415139557 |
This volume is a comprehensive collection of critical essays on The Taming of the Shrew, and includes extensive discussions of the play's various printed versions and its theatrical productions. Aspinall has included only those essays that offer the most influential and controversial arguments surrounding the play. The issues discussed include gender, authority, female autonomy and unruliness, courtship and marriage, language and speech, and performance and theatricality.
| Author | : Frank J. Tipler |
| Publisher | : Anchor |
| Total Pages | : 562 |
| Release | : 1997-09-18 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 0385467990 |
Is there a higher power in the universe? What happens to us when we die? Leading physicist Frank J. Tipler tackles these questions and more in an astonishing and profoundly important book that scientifically proves the existence of God and the physical resurrection of the dead.
| Author | : Geraint F. Lewis |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 395 |
| Release | : 2016-10-06 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 1316715221 |
Over the last forty years, scientists have uncovered evidence that if the Universe had been forged with even slightly different properties, life as we know it - and life as we can imagine it - would be impossible. Join us on a journey through how we understand the Universe, from its most basic particles and forces, to planets, stars and galaxies, and back through cosmic history to the birth of the cosmos. Conflicting notions about our place in the Universe are defined, defended and critiqued from scientific, philosophical and religious viewpoints. The authors' engaging and witty style addresses what fine-tuning might mean for the future of physics and the search for the ultimate laws of nature. Tackling difficult questions and providing thought-provoking answers, this volumes challenges us to consider our place in the cosmos, regardless of our initial convictions.
| Author | : Csaba Szantay Jr. |
| Publisher | : Elsevier |
| Total Pages | : 465 |
| Release | : 2015-06-25 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 0124199798 |
Anthropic Awareness: The Human Aspects of Scientific Thinking in NMR Spectroscopy and Mass Spectrometry blends psychology, philosophy, physics, mathematics, and chemistry, describing a human-centered philosophy of the essence of scientific thinking in the natural sciences and in everyday life. It addresses the reasons why we are prone to make errors in our conclusions and how to avoid such mistakes, also exploring a number of the "mental traps" that can lead to both individual mistakes and mass misconceptions. The book advocates that by understanding the nature of these mental traps we can adopt tactics to safely evade them. It includes Illustrative examples of common scientific misunderstandings and mental traps in both the theory and real-life application of NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. - Provides strategies on how to deal with molecular challenges and instrument limitations - Presents multiple applications of small molecule structure elucidation using NMR, MS, IR, and UV - Explores critical topics, including anthropic awareness (AA), NMR Spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, scientific thinking, and more - Includes tactics on how to Improve quality control and data interpretation skills while minimizing data analysis time and increasing confidence in results - Presents coverage on tactics to optimize experimental NMR parameters and enhance NMR vocabulary
| Author | : David Hutchings |
| Publisher | : SPCK |
| Total Pages | : 226 |
| Release | : 2020-01-16 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 0281081921 |
'An astonishingly good read, gripping and thought-provoking' William Lane Craig 'If you wanted to understand Stephen Hawking but couldn't face the maths, this is the book for you.' Dr Althea Wilkinson, Jodrell Bank Stephen Hawking kept breaking rules. Given two years to live, he managed another 54. He wrote about quantum cosmology - and sold 20 million books. He could not speak, yet the world recognized his voice. Hutchings and Wilkinson shine light on his extraordinary ideas. The result is a thought-provoking theological commentary and critique of black holes, origins, many universes, and Big Questions. In 'God, Stephen Hawking and the Multiverse', Hutchings and Wilkinson explain the key elements of Stephen Hawking's physical and mathematical theories, consider their philosophical and religious implications, and relate his ideas to traditional Judaeo-Christian concepts of God. This book about Stephen Hawking and God and the relationship between God and science gives a brief but engaging overview of the history of physics and cosmology. Perfect for beginners, 'God, Stephen Hawking and the Multiverse' offers a concise and accessible introduction to Hawking's work and how his contributions to modern physics and cosmology can complement religion. Exploring topics such as gravity, quantum mechanics and general relativity, the authors offer a fresh perspective on the relationship between God and science, providing a balanced and informed commentary on Hawking's work both scientifically and theologically.
