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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 Unit of the Metric Tensor?

May 27, 2004 · Replies 4 · May 29, 2004

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What is the Importance of Rationality in Scientific Progress?

May 28, 2004 · Replies 4 · May 29, 2004

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Can spin fluctuations explain superconductivity?

May 20, 2004 · Replies 1 · May 27, 2004

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Dark Energy Casimir Energy in the Large? (Mazur/Mottola)

May 21, 2004 · Replies 24 · May 26, 2004

Replies: 24

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Unifying Gravitational Force Equation

May 25, 2004 · Replies 5 · May 26, 2004

Replies: 5

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Is the Einstein-Schrodinger Theory Still Valid?

May 19, 2004 · Replies 19 · May 26, 2004

Replies: 19

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A Proposal About the Rest Masses of Quarks

Apr 29, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 26, 2004

Replies: 2

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String Scattering From Decaying Branes

Apr 18, 2004 · Replies 7 · May 25, 2004

Replies: 7

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What Are the Best Resources for Learning About String Theory?

May 23, 2004 · Replies 4 · May 24, 2004

Replies: 4

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String theory classical limit?

May 17, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 24, 2004

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Does anyone here understand Theory Development?

May 6, 2004 · Replies 36 · May 23, 2004

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What Key Questions Should Students Ask About Loop Quantum Gravity?

May 20, 2004 · Replies 3 · May 21, 2004

Replies: 3

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The Embarrassing Simplicity of Light: A New Theory of EM

May 20, 2004 · Replies 1 · May 21, 2004

Replies: 1

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Spin-Wave-Technology: The Link Between Gravity & Electromagnetism

May 19, 2004 · Replies 1 · May 19, 2004

Replies: 1

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Strings vs. Loops-Black Hole Metrics?

Mar 27, 2004 · Replies 11 · May 19, 2004

Replies: 11

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How does the worldsheet turn spacetime vectors into spinors in string theory?

May 18, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 18, 2004

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Where new string theory papers are published.

May 18, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 18, 2004

Replies: 2

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Can Distances Be Defined Without a Coordinate System?

May 17, 2004 · Replies 12 · May 18, 2004

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Ande-Sitter Spacetime: Neg Cos Const & Static Universe

May 17, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 18, 2004

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Math required for String/M-theory

May 6, 2004 · Replies 6 · May 16, 2004

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Recursive function in a physics equation

May 15, 2004 · Replies 6 · May 16, 2004

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What Is the Role of Relativistic Mass in Understanding Energy Attractivity?

May 11, 2004 · Replies 50 · May 15, 2004

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How Does the Moire Effect Illustrate Complexities in Brane Cosmology?

May 7, 2004 · Replies 1 · May 14, 2004

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Can you explain Emergence of a 4D World ?

May 10, 2004 · Replies 11 · May 13, 2004

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Kind of hard to explain theory of a lot of everything

Nov 4, 2003 · Replies 15 · May 13, 2004

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String Theory & HUP: Exploring Planck's Constant

May 12, 2004 · Replies 4 · May 13, 2004

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Suggested Books on Superstring Theory for Beginners

May 13, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 13, 2004

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Can TDM Link Infinite and Microscopic States of Matter?

May 5, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 12, 2004

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Structure of Matter/Energy Crazy Idea

Apr 29, 2004 · Replies 37 · May 12, 2004

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Replies: 37

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Ronald Pearson's Theory of Everything: Explained

May 7, 2004 · Replies 11 · May 12, 2004

Replies: 11

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Why wouldn't this cylinder theory work?

May 7, 2004 · Replies 26 · May 12, 2004

Replies: 26

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What is the connection between string vacua and spin networks?

May 5, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 12, 2004

Replies: 2

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Where Are Strings Located in String Theory?

May 8, 2004 · Replies 6 · May 10, 2004

Replies: 6

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What are Dimensions? A Beginner's Guide

May 8, 2004 · Replies 21 · May 9, 2004

Replies: 21

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Solving for Constant in T=k/L Inverse Proportionality

Apr 28, 2004 · Replies 3 · May 9, 2004

Replies: 3

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Inspired questions from a Kaku interview.

May 8, 2004 · Replies 3 · May 9, 2004

Replies: 3

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Can We Visualize 3, 4, and 5 Dimensions?

May 8, 2004 · Replies 1 · May 8, 2004

Replies: 1

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Zero Point Energy and Theory of Everything

Mar 8, 2004 · Replies 5 · May 5, 2004

Replies: 5

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How Do Strings Transform into Branes in String Theory?

Apr 25, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 3, 2004

Replies: 2

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Barbor's brief survey of the state of String Theory

Apr 25, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 3, 2004

Replies: 2

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Introducing asymmetry into physics

May 2, 2004 · Replies 2 · May 3, 2004

Replies: 2

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Can Theories Ever Become Facts?

Apr 29, 2004 · Replies 9 · May 2, 2004

Replies: 9

Views: 17K

What is the Renormalization Group Flow of Gravitons in String Theory?

Apr 29, 2004 · Replies 4 · May 2, 2004

Replies: 4

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Do Strings Exhibit Wave/Particle Duality?

Apr 23, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 30, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 3K

The Mysterious Connections Between Irrational Numbers - e, pi, and phi

Apr 19, 2004 · Replies 114 · Apr 30, 2004

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Replies: 114

Views: 17K

Proofs for Superstring Theory: Tests & Variance

Mar 8, 2004 · Replies 26 · Apr 30, 2004

Replies: 26

Views: 6K

What's the Nature of Black Hole Horizons in Loop Quantum Gravity?

Apr 28, 2004 · Replies 3 · Apr 28, 2004

Replies: 3

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Casimir, Swiss cheese & Buoyancy Question?

Feb 11, 2004 · Replies 8 · Apr 28, 2004

Replies: 8

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Is Vacuum the Missing Piece in String Theory?

Apr 2, 2004 · Replies 27 · Apr 28, 2004

Replies: 27

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Divisional Continuum - Interpreting Life with Math

Apr 12, 2004 · Replies 1 · Apr 27, 2004

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How Can Beginners Distinguish Between Fact and Theory in Physics?

Apr 27, 2004 · Replies 3 · Apr 27, 2004

Replies: 3

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Witten's paper.Strings+Twitor space

Apr 20, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 27, 2004

Replies: 2

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String Theory: Recommended Sites & Math Background

Apr 24, 2004 · Replies 7 · Apr 26, 2004

Replies: 7

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Can Prediction Be Scientifically Defined Without Veering Into Prophecy?

Apr 22, 2004 · Replies 6 · Apr 26, 2004

Replies: 6

Views: 3K

How Does Archimedes' Proof Method Differ from Popperian Speculations in Science?

Apr 26, 2004 · Replies 1 · Apr 26, 2004

Replies: 1

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Zero Point Equations: G_Z_p & R_g_Z_p

Apr 25, 2004 · Replies 1 · Apr 25, 2004

Replies: 1

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Is the Diffeomorphism Group the True Symmetry of General Relativity?

Apr 18, 2004 · Replies 1 · Apr 25, 2004

Replies: 1

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Gravitational Radiation from Inspiraling Binaries: A Review

Apr 24, 2004 · Replies 4 · Apr 25, 2004

Replies: 4

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Spatial dimensions are dependent on

Apr 22, 2004 · Replies 8 · Apr 24, 2004

Replies: 8

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Loop Quantum Gravity: Explained for Physics Laymen

Jan 11, 2004 · Replies 79 · Apr 24, 2004

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Replies: 79

Views: 18K

Congratulations Lubos on Harvard Position

Apr 23, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 23, 2004

Replies: 2

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Can Higher Dimensions Reveal the Secrets of Our Reality?

Mar 19, 2004 · Replies 9 · Apr 23, 2004

Replies: 9

Views: 3K

Hello SPS, from physicsforums.com

Apr 16, 2004 · Replies 1 · Apr 23, 2004

Replies: 1

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Wellcome to the desert of the real

Apr 22, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 23, 2004

Replies: 2

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What is the relationship between congruence transformation and diagonalization?

Apr 21, 2004 · Replies 3 · Apr 23, 2004

Replies: 3

Views: 5K

New Field Theory - A Comprehensive Overview

Apr 22, 2004 · Replies 3 · Apr 22, 2004

Replies: 3

Views: 2K

Alejandro's new paper on the arxiv

Apr 20, 2004 · Replies 7 · Apr 22, 2004

Replies: 7

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A naked singularity lies within the Sea of Dirac

Apr 16, 2004 · Replies 6 · Apr 22, 2004

Replies: 6

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What sort of entities in dimensions?

Apr 21, 2004 · Replies 4 · Apr 21, 2004

Replies: 4

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What Are the Latest Theories Explaining the Mechanics of Gravity?

Apr 16, 2004 · Replies 25 · Apr 21, 2004

Replies: 25

Views: 4K

How Does the Symmetry of Planck Units Redefine Our Understanding of Time?

Apr 20, 2004 · Replies 3 · Apr 20, 2004

Replies: 3

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MSLED: A Minimal Supersymmetric Large Extra Dimensions Scenario

Apr 19, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 19, 2004

Replies: 2

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Is General Covariance the Key to Understanding Gravity?

Apr 16, 2004 · Replies 14 · Apr 19, 2004

Replies: 14

Views: 4K

Original Theory of Time Travel(when I was four seven years ago)

Apr 17, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 18, 2004

Replies: 2

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How do dimensions in string theory interact?

Apr 17, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 17, 2004

Replies: 2

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M-Theory? What's wrong with you Jeff?

Apr 15, 2004 · Replies 3 · Apr 17, 2004

Replies: 3

Views: 4K

Quantum Quandaries-Baez' new paper

Apr 8, 2004 · Replies 10 · Apr 16, 2004

Replies: 10

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Some good research topics please?

Apr 12, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 15, 2004

Replies: 2

Views: 13K

What Are the Key Concepts in Loop Quantum Gravity You Should Explore?

Apr 14, 2004 · Replies 4 · Apr 15, 2004

Replies: 4

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Compatability of physics equations

Apr 14, 2004 · Replies 5 · Apr 14, 2004

Replies: 5

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Triangulating Baez and Rovelli

Apr 14, 2004 · Replies 9 · Apr 14, 2004

Replies: 9

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What is the Mathematical Foundation of Super String and M Theory?

Mar 28, 2004 · Replies 11 · Apr 14, 2004

Replies: 11

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Can a Quanta of Gravity Exist Alone?

Apr 12, 2004 · Replies 6 · Apr 14, 2004

Replies: 6

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Is There a Minimum Value in String Theory?

Apr 5, 2004 · Replies 3 · Apr 13, 2004

Replies: 3

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TOE - possible breakthrough concepts

Apr 12, 2004 · Replies 5 · Apr 13, 2004

Replies: 5

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Background Independent Quantum Gravity-new survey paper

Apr 6, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 13, 2004

Replies: 2

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What Inspired Keats' Vision on Darien's Peak?

Apr 3, 2004 · Replies 20 · Apr 12, 2004

Replies: 20

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Does String theory resolve the information paradox?

Apr 7, 2004 · Replies 8 · Apr 11, 2004

Replies: 8

Views: 4K

Contest: The most interesting article of the day: Pioline + Waldron

Apr 4, 2004 · Replies 1 · Apr 11, 2004

Replies: 1

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What Mathematical Branch Studies Relations Between Multisets and Normal Sets?

Apr 8, 2004 · Replies 1 · Apr 11, 2004

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Evidence supporting the existense of tachyons?

Apr 2, 2004 · Replies 6 · Apr 11, 2004

Replies: 6

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Kaluza-Klein Theory and spatial curvature

Mar 29, 2004 · Replies 6 · Apr 8, 2004

Replies: 6

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Philosophical issues of background (in)dependence in QG (long)

Apr 8, 2004 · Replies 9 · Apr 8, 2004

Replies: 9

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New Field Theory: Similarities & Differences

Mar 21, 2004 · Replies 55 · Apr 7, 2004

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Replies: 55

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Are Non-Commutative Natural Numbers the Future of Mathematical Theory?

Mar 23, 2004 · Replies 127 · Apr 7, 2004

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Replies: 127

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Understanding GSW 2.2.3: Questions on Vertexoperators and Symmetric Traces

Mar 31, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 7, 2004

Replies: 2

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Twistorial String Field Theory

Mar 31, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 7, 2004

Replies: 2

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Looking for notes on guage geometry.

Apr 4, 2004 · Replies 3 · Apr 6, 2004

Replies: 3

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Superstringtheory.com reopened ? No.

Apr 4, 2004 · Replies 13 · Apr 6, 2004

Replies: 13

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Unveiling Emergent Spacetime for the Layman

Mar 29, 2004 · Replies 2 · Apr 6, 2004

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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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