Space, Time and Consciousness - for iPod/iPhone
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Is space just another name for nothing? What is time and how does it relate to space? Will we ever understand the relationship between consciousness and the physical brain? Welcome to the world of The Open University’s Professor Russell Stannard where the big mysteries of the universe are made comprehensible and any possibility is considered in the name of science. This material is supported by a grant from the John Templeton Foundation.
Consciousness and the Limits of Science
Professor Russell Stannard asks how can we ever understand the relationship between consciousness and the physical brain.
Free Will and Determinism
All day long we have to make choices. Professor Russell Stannard asks if were really free to choose.
Cosmology
Professor Russell Stannard explores what kind of universe we live in and what caused the Big Bang.
ET, Life and the Universe
Is there intelligent life out there? Professor Russell Stannard examines various possibilities, and our chances of ever finding out about them.
The Size of the Universe
Professor Russell Stannard investigates what is beyond the observable universe and explores claims that the universe might close back on itself.
The Nature of Space
Professor Russell Stannard explains why the word space so-called empty space isn't simply another name for nothing.
The Nature of Time
We all start off thinking there is just the one time the same for everyone. Professor Russell Stannard shows how relativity theory shows this not to b...
The Nature of Matter
Professor Russell Stannard explores the nature of matter and how complete our understanding of matter can be.
The Wave Particle Paradox
Professor Russell Stannard looks at the Wave/Particle Paradox and Neils Bohrs solution to it.