From Aristotle to Newton, Maxwell to Faraday, and Einstein to Quantum Theory, much of science has been characterized by the quest for a theory that unlocks the deepest mysteries of space and time. Yet whilst many of the greatest minds have come close, arguably none have succeeded in finding one.
In this video, renowned theoretical physicist, futurist and popularizer of science, Michio Kaku charts a riveting course through the hunt for a final theory of the universe. Kaku will take you on an epic journey through the history of science, the key debates in modern physics, the major breakthroughs of our age, and will conclude with his own expert opinion on the matter.
Famed futurist and co-founder of String Field Theory Michio Kaku has spent his career inspired by the search for a grand unifying theory of everything – carrying on Einstein’s quest to unite the four fundamental forces of nature, penning numerous bestselling books along the way.
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