A new theory of quantum & spacetime with Prof. Gerard Milburn

About this episode

Professor Gerard Milburn discusses a radical theory that suggests quantum particles may have no gravity and its implications for quantum science.

What if quantum particles have no gravity? In this episode of the Quantum Foundations Podcast, Professor Gerard Milburn explains how this radical idea could solve open problems in quantum theory and lead towards a theory of quantum gravity. It comes with extreme consequences for quantum measurements; the formation of black holes; and even the beginning of the universe. From a new understanding of Bell experiments to a cosmological arrow of time, find out if dropping gravity from the equation could be the start of transforming the field of quantum science and technology.

People in this episode

Host: Maria Violaris

Guest: Prof. Gerard Milburn

Topics covered

• quantum theory
• quantum gravity
• black holes
• Bell experiments
• cosmology

Keywords

• quantum particles
• gravity
• quantum measurements
• black holes
• universe
• Bell experiments
• cosmological arrow of time

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