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Apr 2024
44m 25s

Getting Weird with Physics, with Harry C...

Intelligence Squared
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For this episode, particle physicist Harry Cliff takes us on a deep dive into some of the universe's most perplexing scientific mysteries. His recent book, Space Oddities, draws on many findings found during his work at the University of Cambridge. Why are stars flying away from us faster than anyone can explain? What are the source of mysterious particles f ... Show More
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