60 - The Search for Extra Dimensions

In 2023, Dan made a bet with physicist Yoni Kahn about whether AI would be able to pass a graduate-level quantum field theory course by 2026. Today on the show, they revisit their bet and discuss what AI is capable of in physics today, and how it might change the field moving for ... Show More

Modern physics tells us a lot about light; that it's both a wave and a particle, and that it sets the speed limit of the universe, for example. But how did we come to understand light in this way?In Dan's first solo episode, he takes us through theories of light through the ages, ... Show More

It's been a while! To make up for lost time, today's episode is a rundown of all the physics news you should know. Hear what is keeping physicists at the edge of their seat, and what physics news you should keep your eyes out for in the coming years.Also, this episode comes with ... Show More

In this episode as we (attempt) to answer your burning questions, you will be able to: <br />· Explore the mind-bending mysteries of black holes and event horizons.<br />· Discover fascinating specializations within the fields of physics and astronomy.<br />· Uncover the constant ... Show More

<p>What is the shape of spacetime? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice discover the structure of the universe, spacetime geometry, and relativity with theoretical physicist at Princeton Gravity Initiative, Delilah Gates. </p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this e ... Show More

<p>What could we do to hide from the aliens? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice answer fan questions about human radio wave signals, strange matter, universes inside black holes, and other physics questions!</p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode ... Show More

This episode is brought to you with the support of Incogni...secure your information online with the help of Incogni. To check out our special deal visit www.incogni.com/spacenuts. Space Nuts Q&A: Gravitons, Dark Matter Twins, and Time Dilation Mysteries Join Andrew Dunkley and P ... Show More

<p>Is it time to rethink string theory? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice explore a mix of questions about the fundamental properties of the universe, particles, the speed of light and more!</p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free ... Show More

<p>What would aliens think of our inventions? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice answer fan questions on Maxwell’s Equations, the symmetry of the universe, and the physics around us all the time. </p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial ... Show More

How would a fourth dimensional being appear to humans?"It would look just weird" is one way to answer the question 'How would a fourth dimensional being appear to humans?' But it's more complicated than that - theoretical cosmologist Andrew Pontzen describes how objects are viewe ... Show More

<p>String theory, the fabric of spacetime, the multiverse, quantum mechanics, and much more – explore the cosmological mysteries of the universe with Neil deGrasse Tyson, comic co-host Chuck Nice, and theoretical physicist Sean Carroll.<br />NOTE: StarTalk All-Access subscribers ... Show More

<p>What would a quantum stadium look like? Can you race Formula 1 on Mars? Neil deGrasse Tyson, co-hosts Gary O’Reilly and Chuck Nice, and astrophysicist Charles Liu answer fan-submitted Cosmic Queries on the physics of sports. <strong></strong></p> <p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can ... Show More

<p>Is it possible to make something invisible? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice explore transparency, how we measure time on Earth, and how airplanes have changed. </p><p>NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free.</p><p>Thanks to our Pat ... Show More