If you could only study one thing in cosmology what would it be?

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The primary focus of the discussion centers on the selection of a singular topic within cosmology for in-depth study. Participants suggest the Hubble Parameter Problem and the General Relativity (GR) aspects of cosmology, including topology and homogeneity, as critical areas of interest. The conversation also humorously touches on the idea of circumventing limitations in study choices. The Fine-structure constant is referenced as a significant concept worth exploring further.

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Summary: What would you study

If for some reason you were required to limit your area of study in cosmology to one topic, what would it be?
 
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It would be how to get around that limitation :oldlaugh:
 
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HankDorsett said:
Summary: What would you study

If for some reason you were required to limit your area of study in cosmology to one topic, what would it be?
Hubble Parameter Problem or GR part of the cosmology (topology, homogeneity, etc.)
 
phinds said:
It would be how to get around that limitation :oldlaugh:
Kobiashi Maru! :smile:
 
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berkeman said:
Kobiashi Maru! :smile:
Damn right !
 
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