Need help with Theories of Everything in 21st century

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The forum discussion focuses on the quest for the Theory of Everything (TOE) from the 20th to the 21st century, highlighting the need for a comprehensive timeline. Participants seek information on current developments in string theory and other relevant theories in the 21st century. The discussion emphasizes the lack of literature on recent advancements and poses questions about the criteria for achieving a TOE, including potential experiments that could validate such a theory.

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  • Understanding of fundamental physics concepts, particularly in theoretical physics.
  • Familiarity with string theory and its implications in modern physics.
  • Knowledge of historical developments in the quest for a Theory of Everything.
  • Awareness of experimental methods in physics that could validate theoretical claims.
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  • Research current advancements in string theory and notable physicists involved.
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  • Investigate experimental approaches, such as those proposed by CERN, to test theories of everything.
  • Study the historical timeline of theories leading up to the 21st century's TOE discussions.
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I need to construct a timeline for the quest for the theory of everything from the 20th-21st century.

I need help. I'm having trouble with the 21st century part since there aren't much books on this. Can anybody please inform me of all the TOE in the 21st century and what their up to? For example, what are those String Theoriests doing right now?
 
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sammyooba said:
I need to construct a timeline for the quest for the theory of everything from the 20th-21st century.

And how would we know when we have achieved a TOE? What experiment would definitely prove it?
 

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