1/ π"The Structure of Scientific Revolutions" by Thomas S. Kuhn
A cornerstone of scientific philosophy, Kuhn's groundbreaking work discusses how science progresses through a series of paradigm shifts. A must-read for understanding scientific progress. amzn.to/3mXaJjk
2/ π "Philosophy of Science" by Samir Okasha
New to scientific philosophy? Okasha's concise and accessible book is the perfect starting point. It covers key topics like scientific reasoning, theories, and the nature of scientific progress. amzn.to/3oxWAcM
3/ π "The Logic of Scientific Discovery" by Karl Popper
A seminal work that explores scientific discovery and knowledge. Popper's concept of falsification, which argues that scientific theories should be testable and open to refutation. amzn.to/3LjQrd4
4/ π "Against Method" by Paul Feyerabend
In this thought-provoking work, Feyerabend challenges the idea of a single, universal method for conducting scientific research. A must-read for understanding the complexities and nuances of scientific practice. amzn.to/3UZvgAm
5/ π "The Philosophy of Science: An Anthology" edited by Marc Lange
This comprehensive anthology features writings from influential thinkers like Popper, Kuhn, and Lakatos. It covers a wide range of topics and is perfect for delving deeper into the philosophy of science.
6/ π "Science and the Akashic Field: An Integral Theory of Everything" by Ervin Laszlo
Laszlo's book offers fascinating insights into the interconnectedness of all things, drawing on discoveries in quantum physics, cosmology, and consciousness research. amzn.to/40w8ili
7/ π "Conjectures and Refutations" by Karl Popper
Another influential work by Popper, this book tackles the growth of scientific knowledge through conjectures and refutations. An essential read for understanding the dynamics of scientific progress. amzn.to/3KYSke3
8/ π "The Order of Time" by Carlo Rovelli
Physicist Carlo Rovelli explores the nature of time and our understanding of its passage. Blending physics, philosophy, and art, this book offers a fresh perspective on the concept of time in science. amzn.to/40uZL2f
9/ π "What Is This Thing Called Science?" by Alan F. Chalmers
From inductivism to falsificationism, it examines various approaches to scientific inquiry and knowledge. A great read for a well-rounded understanding. amzn.to/3AlurrX
10/ π "The Demon-Haunted World" by Carl Sagan
Renowned astrophysicist Carl Sagan discusses the importance of scientific thinking and skepticism in a world filled with misinformation. A must-read for understanding the role of science in society. amzn.to/3oyhton
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1/n The Feynman Technique is a powerful method for learning and understanding complex concepts in physics and other fields. Named after physicist Richard Feynman, the technique helps to break down difficult concepts into simple, easy-to-understand language.
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2/n The basic idea behind the Feynman Technique is to explain a concept to yourself as if you were teaching it to someone else. By putting the concept into your own words, you are forced to actively engage with the material and identify any gaps in your understanding.
3/n To use the Feynman Technique, start by writing down the concept you want to understand in the center of a piece of paper. Then, write down any related concepts or terms around it.
10 Brilliant Mathematics Books published in 2021/22 that you must read.
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1. Math without numbers
Author - Milo Beckman
In this book, the author argues that Math is already present around us and that everythingβplants, love, and music can (in theory) be understood in terms of math.
He uses puzzles, logic, and analytics to explain the workings but not the mathematical equations.
Quantum mechanics was developed between 1900 and 1925 and it remains the cornerstone on which chemistry, condensed matter physics, and technologies ranging from computer chips to LEDs ultimately rest. Quantum computers were proposed in the 1980s by Richard Feynman and Yuri Manin.
In 1976, Roman StanisΕaw published one of the first attempts at creating a quantum information theory. In 1980, Paul Benioff of the ANL published a paper describing a quantum mechanical model of a Turing machine, the first to demonstrate the possibility of quantum computing.
20 Best Mathematics Books that you can read to get you started and excel at Learning Math.
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1) The Wonder Book of Geometry: A Mathematical Story by David Acheson
Acheson has set geometry free from the confines of stuffy textbooks. Thereβs a rich and ancient history to be found in these pages, and a future for the field that extends beyond neat (yet elegant) eqns.
2) The Weird Math series by David Darling and Agnijo Banerjee
Agnijo Banerjee, and his tutor David Darling, fill the pages of three books with exotic and unusual facts about math, including Godβs Number and the reigning role of Ο in just about everything.
You solve one of these problems, you win 1 Million dollars.π°
The six (out of seven) millennium prize problems in mathematics stated by the Clay Mathematics Institute.
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1) Riemann Hypothesis
The Riemann zeta function ΞΆ(s) is a fn whose argument 's' may be any complex number other than 1, and whose values are also complex. The hypothesis is that all non-trivial zeroes of the analytical continuation of the zeta function have a real part of 1/2.
Formulated in Riemann's 1859 paper and The official statement of the problem was given by Enrico Bombieri. A proof or disproof of this would have far-reaching implications in number theory, especially for the distribution of prime numbers.