It is sometimes said that we should never believe a scientific theory until it is verified by experiment. But a famous astronomer has also stated that we should never believe an observation until it is confirmed by a theory.
Thus, the distance between any two galaxies increases in time, creating the illusion of mechanical motion. But in reality, galaxies just sit there, c… - Joao Magueijo
Thus, the distance between any two galaxies increases in time, creating the illusion of mechanical motion. But in reality, galaxies just sit there, c…
- Joao Magueijo
Inflation is really like drugging the baby universe with speed. The supercool union of the hitherto unfriendly gods was blessed by amphetamine, and t… - Joao Magueijo
Inflation is really like drugging the baby universe with speed. The supercool union of the hitherto unfriendly gods was blessed by amphetamine, and t…
The game of science can accurately be described as a never-ending insult to human intelligence. - Joao Magueijo
The game of science can accurately be described as a never-ending insult to human intelligence.
Thinking can be lateral or "sweaty". For the latter you're better off in an office and following a routine but for the former you have to be "out of … - Joao Magueijo
Thinking can be lateral or "sweaty". For the latter you're better off in an office and following a routine but for the former you have to be "out of …
I've always felt that copious use of the word 'something' allows anyone to solve any problem, even insoluble ones. - Joao Magueijo
I've always felt that copious use of the word 'something' allows anyone to solve any problem, even insoluble ones.
It is sometimes said that we should never believe a scientific theory until it is verified by experiment. But a famous astronomer has also stated tha… - Joao Magueijo
It is sometimes said that we should never believe a scientific theory until it is verified by experiment. But a famous astronomer has also stated tha…
For instance, the blood of hibernating arctic squirrels may supercool to minus 3 degrees, when it would normally congeal. The supercooled blood still… - Joao Magueijo
For instance, the blood of hibernating arctic squirrels may supercool to minus 3 degrees, when it would normally congeal. The supercooled blood still…
My diary entries during this period constantly refer to the importance of learning how to take criticism. If you shut yourself in your own little wor… - Joao Magueijo
My diary entries during this period constantly refer to the importance of learning how to take criticism. If you shut yourself in your own little wor…
Although the term dialogue was really a euphemism for scientists trying to kill each other, this format worked very well. - Joao Magueijo
Although the term dialogue was really a euphemism for scientists trying to kill each other, this format worked very well.
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