The shape of space-time and physical constants

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The discussion centers on the relationship between the structure of space-time and physical constants, specifically the speed of light, Planck's constant, and the cosmological constant. The participant highlights their exploration of higher-dimensional geometrical shapes that form manifolds, which accurately yield these constants and predict electron orbital shapes. They reference the Lie algebra of group E8 as a potential framework for a Grand Unified Theory (GUT) being developed by a physicist. This indicates a significant intersection of geometry and fundamental physics.

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  • Understanding of physical constants such as the speed of light and Planck's constant
  • Familiarity with higher-dimensional geometry and manifolds
  • Knowledge of Lie algebra and its applications in theoretical physics
  • Basic concepts of Grand Unified Theories (GUTs)
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  • Research the implications of the Lie algebra of group E8 in physics
  • Explore the mathematical foundations of manifolds in relation to physical constants
  • Investigate current theories on Grand Unified Theories (GUTs) and their development
  • Study the correlation between geometry and quantum mechanics, particularly in electron orbitals
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Physicists, mathematicians, and researchers interested in the intersection of geometry and fundamental physical constants, as well as those exploring advanced theoretical frameworks like Grand Unified Theories.

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I am wondering if anyone knows of research being done, or theories that are related to the actual structure of space-time as they are related to physical constants such as the speed of light, Planck's constant, and the cosmological constant. I'm far from being a expert, but I've been playing around with some unusual geometrical related concepts for many years, and have found there are a family of interesting shapes (higher dimensional in nature) that, when formed into a manifold, actually very accurately yield these physical constants. (and even when extrapolated, predicts quite nicely the shape of electron orbitals!) I was at first quite excited by this discovery, but am guessing now that this is well known by those more highly trained in such things...

Any information on these topics would be greatly appreciated...
 
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If you are interested in such correlations between constants and space-time; i suggest you take a look at Lie algebra of group E8, I've heard that there is a physicist trying to come up with a GUT with that model.
 

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