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Beyond the Standard Models Forum

Join expert and advanced topics on beyond the standard model of physics. This includes professionally researched theories like strings, branes, and LQG. Mainstream physics only.

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What is the significance of the spirol paths in the cone of the universe?

Mar 23, 2005 · Replies 10 · Mar 25, 2005

Replies: 10

Views: 3K

Are Particles and Anti-Particles Identical in LQG and String Theory?

Mar 24, 2005 · Replies 4 · Mar 24, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

Congratulations Alejandro and Hans

Mar 13, 2005 · Replies 9 · Mar 23, 2005

Replies: 9

Views: 4K

Strings and loops have me all tied up

Mar 19, 2005 · Replies 27 · Mar 23, 2005

Replies: 27

Views: 5K

Is Our Universe a Black Hole Giving Birth to New Universes?

Mar 22, 2005 · Replies 6 · Mar 23, 2005

Replies: 6

Views: 4K

Hawking radiation and BH evaporation time

Mar 20, 2005 · Replies 10 · Mar 22, 2005

Replies: 10

Views: 4K

Is there a connection between topological M theory and full M theory?

Mar 17, 2005 · Replies 12 · Mar 22, 2005

Replies: 12

Views: 4K

Holy Blood, Holy Grail: Lee Smolin

Jan 11, 2005 · Replies 22 · Mar 21, 2005

Replies: 22

Views: 7K

NIST lists alpha= 7.297352568 10E-3

Feb 28, 2005 · Replies 25 · Mar 20, 2005

Replies: 25

Views: 6K

Serectly developing from the other approach

Mar 17, 2005 · Replies 7 · Mar 19, 2005

Replies: 7

Views: 2K

Small black holes ruled out by LQG?

Mar 9, 2005 · Replies 5 · Mar 18, 2005

Replies: 5

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'Theory of everything' tying researchers up in knots

Mar 16, 2005 · Replies 15 · Mar 17, 2005

Replies: 15

Views: 6K

New Witten Paper: Non-Abelian Localization for Chern-Simons Theory

Mar 16, 2005 · Replies 3 · Mar 17, 2005

Replies: 3

Views: 4K

Is the Kodama state a viable solution for quantum gravity?

Mar 15, 2005 · Replies 4 · Mar 15, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 4K

New Bojowald Paper: Early Universe in Loop Quantum Cosmology

Mar 7, 2005 · Replies 2 · Mar 14, 2005

Replies: 2

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Quantum Gravity: Is Plank a Fundamental Limit?

Mar 10, 2005 · Replies 21 · Mar 11, 2005

Replies: 21

Views: 4K

String Frequencies: Does It Make Sense?

Mar 8, 2005 · Replies 2 · Mar 10, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Awesome proof for String Theory

Mar 2, 2005 · Replies 3 · Mar 3, 2005

Replies: 3

Views: 6K

The Mystery of Time: A Deep Dive into the Nature of Time and Objects

Feb 12, 2005 · Replies 10 · Feb 28, 2005

Replies: 10

Views: 3K

A Naive String Theory Question on 10 Dimensions and Poincare Transformation

Feb 28, 2005 · Replies 2 · Feb 28, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 4K

Could Composite Spacetime Explain the 11 Dimensions of Superstring Theory?

Feb 17, 2005 · Replies 1 · Feb 24, 2005

Replies: 1

Views: 2K

Is Quantum Computation the Foundation of Quantum Gravity?

Feb 17, 2005 · Replies 9 · Feb 22, 2005

Replies: 9

Views: 3K

8 Dimension creatures roaming the universe?

Jan 29, 2005 · Replies 4 · Feb 22, 2005

Replies: 4

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How Does String Theory Visualize Universes and Black Holes?

Feb 14, 2005 · Replies 1 · Feb 21, 2005

Replies: 1

Views: 2K

Why proton's so lite?(Wilczek nobel talk)

Feb 14, 2005 · Replies 10 · Feb 17, 2005

Replies: 10

Views: 4K

Arxiv stats as of December 2004

Feb 8, 2005 · Replies 2 · Feb 16, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

A finite universe: what does it mean for QG?

Feb 12, 2005 · Replies 4 · Feb 13, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 5K

How Does Loop Quantum Gravity Approach Particle Scattering?

Feb 9, 2005 · Replies 4 · Feb 11, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

Gravitating Matter in LQG & String: How Critical is the Density?

Feb 8, 2005 · Replies 3 · Feb 9, 2005

Replies: 3

Views: 2K

The first thirteen questions of David Gross

Feb 1, 2005 · Replies 5 · Feb 9, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 5K

Motl: String theory proved in telescopes?

Dec 16, 2004 · Replies 16 · Feb 8, 2005

Replies: 16

Views: 5K

How does LQG theory explain the constant speed of light for all observers?

Feb 6, 2005 · Replies 7 · Feb 7, 2005

Replies: 7

Views: 3K

Plank Length and String Theory

Feb 2, 2005 · Replies 16 · Feb 6, 2005

Replies: 16

Views: 8K

BF theory is basic to LQG so we should learn about it

Feb 4, 2005 · Replies 4 · Feb 4, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 4K

What is the impact of higher dimensions on our understanding of space and time?

Jan 31, 2005 · Replies 5 · Feb 3, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

Brane Universes: String Theory Explained

Jan 30, 2005 · Replies 4 · Feb 2, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

What is the mass of a string near c ?

Aug 28, 2004 · Replies 20 · Feb 2, 2005

Replies: 20

Views: 4K

The search for quantum gravity signals

Jan 28, 2005 · Replies 14 · Feb 2, 2005

Replies: 14

Views: 3K

Phenomenological quantum gravity

Jan 30, 2005 · Replies 4 · Feb 1, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

Is String Theory the Limit of Our Understanding?

Jan 23, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 30, 2005

Replies: 6

Views: 3K

Lubos style critique of Strings

Jan 25, 2005 · Replies 7 · Jan 28, 2005

Replies: 7

Views: 3K

New Forces of Nature - A Quest for a Grand Unified Theory

Jan 22, 2005 · Replies 4 · Jan 24, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

M-Theory: Are P-Branes & Strings Made of Matter/Energy?

Dec 25, 2004 · Replies 7 · Jan 24, 2005

Replies: 7

Views: 3K

Is String Theory Truly Predictive? Discussing the Controversy and Challenges

Jan 12, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 23, 2005

Replies: 6

Views: 3K

Progress on LQG dynamics (the Master Constraint program)

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 13 · Jan 23, 2005

Replies: 13

Views: 4K

String Theory: Multiverse & Dimensions

Jan 23, 2005 · Replies 4 · Jan 23, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

Spontaneous Universe: 10D Static Universe from Quantum Fluctuation

Jan 21, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Smolin: Falsifiable Predictions from QG

Jan 13, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 21, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

The Planck Lambda (Baez question)

Oct 28, 2004 · Replies 8 · Jan 20, 2005

Replies: 8

Views: 4K

Brian Greene Lecture: Ask Your Questions Here

Jan 12, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 19, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 4K

Supersymmetry and Superparticles

Jan 18, 2005 · Replies 5 · Jan 19, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 4K

Attempt to visualize higher dimensions

Dec 28, 2004 · Replies 25 · Jan 19, 2005

Replies: 25

Views: 6K

R.F Streater Critiques Diff M Gauge Group

Jan 19, 2005 · Replies 3 · Jan 19, 2005

Replies: 3

Views: 3K

Quantum Gravity In De Sitter Space

Jan 9, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 18, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Braneworld vs Modified Newtonian Dynamics (MOND)

Jan 11, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 18, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Unitary Quantum Mechanics & Black Hole Paradox: Gambini, Pullin, Porto

Jan 10, 2005 · Replies 1 · Jan 17, 2005

Replies: 1

Views: 2K

Best thinking about dimensionality

Jan 12, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 14, 2005

Replies: 8

Views: 2K

Why Do We Need Strings in String Theory?

Jan 9, 2005 · Replies 13 · Jan 11, 2005

Replies: 13

Views: 3K

Edge essays by Steinhardt and others

Jan 5, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 10, 2005

Replies: 8

Views: 3K

Mass of Strings and Branes: A Physicist's Perspective

Jan 4, 2005 · Replies 7 · Jan 8, 2005

Replies: 7

Views: 3K

Baez and Schreiber paper on 2-bundles

Dec 30, 2004 · Replies 9 · Jan 4, 2005

Replies: 9

Views: 3K

Need Research Topic Ideas for Physics Project

Jan 4, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 4, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Philip Anderson on string in the NYT

Jan 4, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 4, 2005

Replies: 2

Views: 6K

What is LQG and which book is better: Parallel Worlds or Fabric?

Dec 23, 2004 · Replies 5 · Jan 4, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

Hanno Sahlmann video (how to view?)

Dec 23, 2004 · Replies 4 · Jan 3, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 4K

How Does WMAP Data Influence Our Understanding of Inflationary Potential?

Dec 30, 2004 · Replies 4 · Jan 3, 2005

Replies: 4

Views: 2K

What are the most memorable quotes about Quantum Theory of Gravity?

Jan 1, 2005 · Replies 5 · Jan 2, 2005

Replies: 5

Views: 8K

Unpacking the TOE Solution: Understanding the Multidimensional Universe Theory

Dec 23, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 30, 2004

Replies: 1

Views: 2K

Strings: Big and Small - New Evidence Discovered

Dec 27, 2004 · Replies 8 · Dec 28, 2004

Replies: 8

Views: 2K

Can Complex Systems Lead to Emergent Phenomena?

Dec 19, 2004 · Replies 16 · Dec 27, 2004

Replies: 16

Views: 4K

Marseille workshop on loops and spin foams

May 10, 2004 · Replies 128 · Dec 24, 2004

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Replies: 128

Views: 24K

The Big Bang: String or Brane?

Dec 19, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 20, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

Wilczek et al Nobel talk online.

Dec 10, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 17, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 4K

Relativistic Kepler Problem: Minimum Momentum & Quantum Gravity

Dec 10, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 17, 2004

Replies: 1

Views: 2K

What is the Future of String Theory?

Dec 7, 2004 · Replies 10 · Dec 16, 2004

Replies: 10

Views: 4K

Cute ZPE Article: NASA Funding & EM Fields

Dec 16, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 16, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Twisting knobs on the Std. Muddle

Dec 14, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 16, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 2K

LAGEOS confirms frame dragging.

Dec 8, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 14, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

Conformal Gravity: Understanding Attractive & Repulsive Forces

Dec 7, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 14, 2004

Replies: 1

Views: 5K

Is it possible to have infinite amount of dimension?

Dec 12, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 14, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

Miguel C. Alvarez thesis posted today (Baez student)

Dec 12, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 13, 2004

Replies: 4

Views: 4K

What is the Historical Development of String Theory?

Dec 11, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 12, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

String Theory: A Revolutionary View of Atoms

Dec 8, 2004 · Replies 6 · Dec 11, 2004

Replies: 6

Views: 3K

Bosonic string theory: spectrum of particles

Dec 4, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 11, 2004

Replies: 1

Views: 4K

Do strings move in spacetime ?

Dec 3, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 11, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Daniele's View on Quantum Gravity and Spinfoam

Nov 17, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 8, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 2K

Quantum gravity workshop at perimeter institute

Nov 6, 2004 · Replies 19 · Dec 8, 2004

Replies: 19

Views: 7K

Unification Explained: The TOE Dilemma in Our Universe | Pentapublishing"

Dec 6, 2004 · Replies 5 · Dec 7, 2004

Replies: 5

Views: 3K

Why is string theory so complex and difficult to understand?

Dec 4, 2004 · Replies 12 · Dec 5, 2004

Replies: 12

Views: 3K

What book on String theory or LQG is recommended for pleasure reading?

Nov 28, 2004 · Replies 8 · Dec 5, 2004

Replies: 8

Views: 3K

No he does not say that and why bug him?

Dec 3, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 4, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 2K

String Theory: Multiverse w/ Same Constants?

Dec 3, 2004 · Replies 2 · Dec 4, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

Rovelli in effect concedes that lqg is wrong, but still worthwhile

Dec 3, 2004 · Replies 3 · Dec 4, 2004

Replies: 3

Views: 3K

Can Different Dimensions Co-Exist and Influence Each Other?

Nov 22, 2004 · Replies 7 · Dec 4, 2004

Replies: 7

Views: 3K

Exploring Quantum Gravity: Rovelli's New Book

Nov 29, 2004 · Replies 13 · Dec 3, 2004

Replies: 13

Views: 3K

String Gravitons yield GR. NOT

Sep 23, 2004 · Replies 27 · Dec 2, 2004

Replies: 27

Views: 6K

Understanding Spinors: Not Your Typical Tensor

Dec 1, 2004 · Replies 4 · Dec 1, 2004

Replies: 4

Views: 3K

Brane Gas Cosmology: Calculations & Analysis in 11D Supergravity

Nov 24, 2004 · Replies 1 · Dec 1, 2004

Replies: 1

Views: 3K

What Was Before Big Bang? Info Needed

Nov 30, 2004 · Replies 12 · Dec 1, 2004

Replies: 12

Views: 4K

Massless Strings: How Particles Vary in Mass

Nov 3, 2004 · Replies 10 · Nov 29, 2004

Replies: 10

Views: 4K

Theoretical Physics

Welcome to the Theoretical Physics forum!

Theoretical physics is a branch of physics that focuses on developing mathematical models and theoretical frameworks to explain and predict physical phenomena. Theoretical physicists strive to understand the fundamental principles that govern the universe, often delving into realms beyond immediate experimental observation.

This field involves the creation of mathematical equations and conceptual frameworks, exploring topics such as quantum mechanics, general relativity, and particle physics.

Theoretical physicists contribute to our understanding of the universe at both the smallest and largest scales, seeking to formulate elegant and comprehensive theories that describe the underlying principles of the cosmos, even if some aspects remain challenging to verify experimentally.

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