It was a privilege to attend this discussion. Lawrence Krauss is such an inspiring speaker; cutting edge thinking and concepts in theoretical physics and the origins of the universe communicated with clarity, energy and humour. I didn't make many notes at the time as was concentrating on following the thread of his ideas. Now these pages have been set up, with links to the BBC World Service broadcasts which is fantastic as it gives me the opportunity to reflect on the content again.
Thinking in terms of my own work... the nature of matter and perceptions of the material world. Experience of objects, their solidity, notions of physical presence and of reality are challenged by quantum mechanics.
What effect does this uncertainty (in contrast to the predictability of Newtonian Physics), have on the collective and individual psyche? How does this influence physical engagement with objects and the perception of touch?
'Seeing's believing, but feelings the truth' ?!
http://www.wellcomecollection.org/whats-on/events/exchanges-at-the-frontier-4/lawrence-krauss.aspx
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