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Quantum states are real: the 2012 theorem reshaping quantum reality
science24 days ago

Quantum states are real: the 2012 theorem reshaping quantum reality

The article argues that the Pusey-Barrett-Rudolph (PBR) theorem, proven in 2012, shows the quantum state must be ontic (a property of reality) under three basic assumptions, ruling out epistemic hidden-variable interpretations and implying the wavefunction has real physical status. This places quantum foundations on firmer ground, clarifies debates about reality vs. knowledge in quantum mechanics, and underscores the theorem’s impact alongside ongoing quantum technologies that exploit entanglement and nonlocality.

via Big Think|
#entanglement#hidden-variables#pbr-theorem
Could Our Cosmos Be a Giant Computer Simulation?
science25 days ago

Could Our Cosmos Be a Giant Computer Simulation?

The article surveys the simulation hypothesis—the idea that our universe might be a highly realistic computer simulation—by tracing Nick Bostrom’s argument that advanced beings could run trillions of simulations. It notes that, while the logic remains compelling for some (and figures like Neil deGrasse Tyson have called the odds roughly 50-50), there is no empirical proof, and critics argue that computing such vast simulations may be infeasible or that apparent glitches don’t prove we’re in a simulation. The discussion also connects physics and cosmology to the idea, including limits like the finite observable horizon and the idea of reality as potentially ‘pixelated’ at small scales."}{

via The Conversation|
#cosmology#philosophy#physics
"Unveiling the Harsh Realities of Van Life: No Showers, No Heat, and Sleepless Nights"
lifestyle1 year ago

"Unveiling the Harsh Realities of Van Life: No Showers, No Heat, and Sleepless Nights"

"Van life" influencers have been criticized for not revealing the harsh realities of living on the road, as individuals like Siena Juhlin and Caleb Smith share their challenging experiences. Juhlin, who sold her van after it broke down, now plans to live in a truck and camper, while Smith, who lives in a cargo van in Brooklyn, struggled during a heat wave. Despite the difficulties, they find the lifestyle rewarding but not feasible for the long term. Other "Vanlifers" also share similar sentiments, citing factors like gas prices and return-to-office mandates as making endless roaming more difficult.

via Daily Mail|
#challenges#influencers#lifestyle
philosophy1 year ago

"The Subjective Reality: Paul Franks' Perspective"

In this philosophical discussion, Paul Franks argues that Kant's perspectivism aligns better with our everyday experience and Einstein's physics than Berkeley's immaterialist view. While Berkeley's approach suggests that what we perceive is always mind-dependent, Kant's transcendental idealism maintains that human cognition is perspectival but does not negate the mind-independence of the underlying material causes of sensation. Franks suggests that Kant's combination of transcendental idealism and empirical realism offers a more coherent understanding of our experience of the world and natural science than Berkeley's phenomenalism and instrumentalism.

via IAI|
#berkeley#idealism#kant
"Emmy Winners: Obama, Offerman, and More in Creative Arts"
entertainment2 years ago

"Emmy Winners: Obama, Offerman, and More in Creative Arts"

The 2023 Creative Arts Emmys saw "Welcome to Wrexham" dominate the unscripted and documentary categories with six wins, while Stephanie Filo and Keke Palmer made history with their wins. Filo became the first editor to be nominated for three different shows in a single year and the first Black female editor to be nominated three times in a single year, while Palmer became the first Black woman to win an Emmy for outstanding host for a game show. Other notable winners included RuPaul for reality or competition program host and Carol Burnett, who won the last award of the evening.

via Variety|
#creative-arts-emmys#documentary#entertainment
"ABC's Jonathan Karl Highlights Overlooked Donald Trump Issue"
politics2 years ago

"ABC's Jonathan Karl Highlights Overlooked Donald Trump Issue"

ABC News' Jonathan Karl argues that while former President Donald Trump's legal troubles have received significant attention, not enough focus has been placed on his detachment from reality. Karl suggests that Trump has become increasingly confused and prone to making strange statements, yet little attention has been paid to this issue. Karl also highlights Trump's recent speech in which he referred to the Capitol attackers as "hostages" instead of prisoners. As the next presidential election approaches, Karl believes it is crucial to assess not only Trump's legal situation but also his current state as a human being.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#criminal-cases#detachment#donald-trump
"Scientists Challenge Reality: Quantum Breakthrough Sparks Paradigm Shift"
science2 years ago

"Scientists Challenge Reality: Quantum Breakthrough Sparks Paradigm Shift"

Quantum physicists from Hiroshima University have challenged traditional views of fixed physical properties by revealing that the results of quantum measurements are fundamentally tied to the interaction dynamics between the measuring device and the system. Their findings suggest that reality is shaped by the context of these interactions, providing evidence against the belief that our world can be reduced to a mere configuration of material building blocks. The study highlights the importance of understanding the dynamics of measurement interactions in interpreting quantum experimental data and calls for a revision of our understanding of the meaning of experimental data in quantum mechanics.

via SciTechDaily|
#measurement#quantum-mechanics#quantum-physics