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Lost In Math: How Beauty Leads Physics Astray
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In This Provocative Book (New York Times), A Contrarian Physicist Argues That Her Field'S Modern Obsession With Beauty Has Given Us Wonderful Math But Bad Science.Whether Pondering Black Holes Or Predicting Discoveries At Cern, Physicists Believe The Best Theories Are Beautiful, Natural, And Elegant, And This Standard Separates Popular Theories From Disposable Ones. This Is Why, Sabine Hossenfelder Argues, We Have Not Seen A Major Breakthrough In The Foundations Of Physics For More Than Four Decades.The Belief In Beauty Has Become So Dogmatic That It Now Conflicts With Scientific Objectivity: Observation Has Been Unable To Confirm Mindboggling Theories, Like Supersymmetry Or Grand Unification, Invented By Physicists Based On Aesthetic Criteria. Worse, These Too Good To Not Be True Theories Are Actually Untestable And They Have Left The Field In A Culdesac. To Escape, Physicists Must Rethink Their Methods. Only By Embracing Reality As It Is Can Science Discover The Truth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Lost in Math: How Beauty Leads Physics Astray' about? A: This book by Sabine Hossenfelder explores the conflict between the aesthetic values in physics and scientific objectivity. It critiques the reliance on beauty in forming theories, arguing that it has hindered scientific progress.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Lost in Math' is Sabine Hossenfelder, a contrarian physicist known for her insights on the relationship between beauty and scientific theory.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on June 12, 2018.
- Q: What is the format of 'Lost in Math'? A: The book is available in hardcover format, making it a durable choice for readers.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 304 pages.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Lost in Math'? A: Key themes include the critique of aesthetic criteria in scientific theories, the challenges of untestable theories, and the need for physicists to embrace empirical reality.
- Q: Is 'Lost in Math' suitable for general readers or only for physicists? A: While it addresses complex scientific concepts, the book is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for both general readers and those with a background in physics.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the edition of the book is illustrated, which may help in understanding the concepts discussed.
- Q: What are the critical reviews saying about this book? A: Many reviews highlight the provocative nature of Hossenfelder's arguments, praising her ability to challenge established norms in physics while engaging readers in critical thinking.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Philosophers', reflecting its philosophical inquiries into the nature of scientific theories and beauty.