Is It Possible to Create a Universe in a Laboratory?

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The discussion centers on the theoretical possibility of creating a universe in a laboratory setting, referencing various scientific articles and concepts. Key obstacles include the improbability of stabilizing a quantum universe, as highlighted in the paper "The universe out of a monopole in the laboratory" (arXiv:0602084v3). The notion that quantum universes may spontaneously appear and disappear is also explored, emphasizing the challenge of observing a stable quantum universe. The consensus indicates that while creating a universe is not impossible, it remains a highly improbable endeavor.

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  • Understanding of quantum mechanics principles
  • Familiarity with monopoles in theoretical physics
  • Knowledge of cosmology and universe formation theories
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An obstacle to creating a universe in the laboratory
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&_udi=B6TVN-46YKW64-3SK&_user=10&_coverDate=01%2F08%2F1987&_alid=1189183776&_rdoc=1&_fmt=high&_orig=search&_cdi=5539&_sort=r&_docanchor=&view=c&_ct=1&_acct=C000050221&_version=1&_urlVersion=0&_userid=10&md5=22c2673703ba8d39c5749138882fab4b



Create your own universe
http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg19125591.500



The universe out of a monopole in the laboratory
http://arxiv.org/PS_cache/gr-qc/pdf/0602/0602084v3.pdf
http://prd.aps.org/abstract/PRD/v74/i2/e024026



How to create a universe
http://philsci-archive.pitt.edu/archive/00003196/01/Spec.pdf
 
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It is conceivable that quantum universes pop in an out of existence all the time. Finding one that lasts long enough to observe its properties is the trick. A stable quantum universe is unimaginably improbable, but, not quite impossible. It is conceivable this universe arose from such a state.
 

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