April 10, 2008
Looping Universes

Scientists have developed a theory about the conditions in the universe before the Big Bang which actually provides testable predictions. Scientists have for years been fascinated by the, for want of a better phrase, "bouncing" universe. Infinite collapse and expand cycles appeals to the aesthete in them, I guess. Unfortunately every previous test for this scenario (that I know of) has failed, so I'm not holding out a lot of hope for this one either.

Still, it'd be neat to know, either way.

Posted by scott at April 10, 2008 08:10 AM

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I was taught the theory was called the "oscillating universe" theory, but I called it the "cyclical universe" one.

It's apparently the basis of the Marvel Comics universe, because Galactus is the last survivor of the previous universe...

J.

Posted by: Jay Tea on April 10, 2008 04:32 PM
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