Need More of This Crazy Physics Idea? Let Me Explain!

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The discussion explores the provocative idea that increasing nuclear weapons could lead to greater peace, referencing theories that suggest strength fosters stability. Participants seek examples from physics, astrophysics, or energy where more of something seemingly irrational is essential. Suggestions include the need for more funding in science and technology, emphasizing the importance of increasing female representation in these fields. The conversation touches on the complexities of quantum field theory and the interplay of chaos and randomness in physics, while also humorously acknowledging the necessity of computational power and resources in scientific advancement. The overarching theme highlights the balance between scientific progress and societal needs, advocating for more jobs and practical applications over expensive experiments.
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Let me explain. Suppose I wanted to make the argument that we need more nuclear weapons. Sounds absolutely crazy, but based on some theories (I don't agree with) the more strength you have to more peace you will have.

Can someone give me an example of anything else related to physics/astrophysics/weapons/energy that it sounds CRAZY to say we need more of, but its essential that we have more?

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money? :smile:

You beat me to it. QFT
 


Anomalies.
 


Gluons.
 


Super strings to bind up all the nukes.
 


Jimmy Snyder's
 


Strings and dark matter.
 


Love

Love without Physics is pointless. Physics without love is just cruelty to cats.

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Chaos, randomness.

or

Scotty, we need more power! Computationally, that is.

One can never have too many cores.


And more women in science, engineering, technology and management.
 
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Funding
 
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We need more jobs, less multi-billion dollar particle physics experiments.
 
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