The Invisible Reality of Quantum Weirdness 🌌
Explore the strange and fascinating world of quantum physics and its profound implications for our understanding of the universe.

World Science Festival
4.9M views • Aug 22, 2014

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Proposed a century ago to better explain the mind-bending behavior of the smallest constituents of the universe, quantum theory has implications far beyond the atom. This rich set of laws has applications both practical and extraordinary — from the technology that has revolutionized modern life to the possibility of parallel worlds.
Our audience joined Alan Alda as he accompanied Brian Greene, Nobel Laureate William Phillips and other leading thinkers at the vanguard of quantum research on an accessible multimedia exploration of the astounding weirdness of the quantum world.
This program is part of the Big Ideas Series, made possible with support from the John Templeton Foundation.
Original Program date: May 30, 2008
MODERATOR: Alan Alda
PARTICIPANTS: David Z. Albert, Brian Greene, Max Tegmark, William Phillips
Brian Greene Introduces quantum physics 00:00
A throw of the dice dance performance. 21:15
Participant Introductions. 22:54
Are probability waves real? 25:55
Brian Greene on the accuracy of quantum mechanics 37:30
Einstein says that nothing is random. 47:56
Quantum entanglement 51:10
Not enough information in the universe for a 400 bit quantum computer 01:09:41
Is there something missing from Quantum Physics? 01:22:15
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The World Science Festival (WSF) is a multimedia organization bringing the most transformative ideas in science to global audiences. Through long- and short-form videos spanning physics, cosmology, quantum mechanics, biology, neuroscience, consciousness, medicine, space exploration, the dilemma of free will, artificial intelligence, engineering, robotics, and beyond. WSF gathers world-renowned scientists, artists, and thinkers for dynamic discussions, debates, lectures, performances, films, and immersive live experiences.
Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York City, the World Science Festival is a production of the World Science Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to cultivate a public informed by science, inspired by its wonder, convinced of its value, and prepared to engage with its implications for the future. With live events reaching millions worldwide and hundreds of millions of digital views, WSF continues to expand its global impact through festivals, educational initiatives like World Science U, and digital content that explores the near and far future of our world.
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The Invisible Reality: The Wonderful Weirdness of the Quantum World
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Our audience joined Alan Alda as he accompanied Brian Greene, Nobel Laureate William Phillips and other leading thinkers at the vanguard of quantum research on an accessible multimedia exploration of the astounding weirdness of the quantum world.
This program is part of the Big Ideas Series, made possible with support from the John Templeton Foundation.
Original Program date: May 30, 2008
MODERATOR: Alan Alda
PARTICIPANTS: David Z. Albert, Brian Greene, Max Tegmark, William Phillips
Brian Greene Introduces quantum physics 00:00
A throw of the dice dance performance. 21:15
Participant Introductions. 22:54
Are probability waves real? 25:55
Brian Greene on the accuracy of quantum mechanics 37:30
Einstein says that nothing is random. 47:56
Quantum entanglement 51:10
Not enough information in the universe for a 400 bit quantum computer 01:09:41
Is there something missing from Quantum Physics? 01:22:15
Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/worldsciencefestival?sub_confirmation=1
ABOUT WORLD SCIENCE FESTIVAL:
The World Science Festival (WSF) is a multimedia organization bringing the most transformative ideas in science to global audiences. Through long- and short-form videos spanning physics, cosmology, quantum mechanics, biology, neuroscience, consciousness, medicine, space exploration, the dilemma of free will, artificial intelligence, engineering, robotics, and beyond. WSF gathers world-renowned scientists, artists, and thinkers for dynamic discussions, debates, lectures, performances, films, and immersive live experiences.
Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York City, the World Science Festival is a production of the World Science Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to cultivate a public informed by science, inspired by its wonder, convinced of its value, and prepared to engage with its implications for the future. With live events reaching millions worldwide and hundreds of millions of digital views, WSF continues to expand its global impact through festivals, educational initiatives like World Science U, and digital content that explores the near and far future of our world.
FOLLOW WORLD SCIENCE FESTIVAL:
Website: https://worldsciencefestival.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldscifest/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worldscifest
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/world-science-festival
The Invisible Reality: The Wonderful Weirdness of the Quantum World
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCShHFwKyhcDo3g7hr4f1R8A
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