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The Blowtorch Theory: A New Model for Structure Formation in the Universe
How early, sustained, supermassive black hole jets carved out cosmic voids, shaped filaments, and generated magnetic fields
Mar 19
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A splendid overview of the current state of cosmological natural selection, from the Infinite Loops podcast
In which I also discuss Lee Smolin, lots and lots of black holes of all sizes, the current crisis in cosmology, and the odd psychology of civilizations…
Feb 21
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A splendid overview of the current state of cosmological natural selection, from the Infinite Loops podcast
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The mystery of the Little Red Dots has been solved – and once more Eggiverse triumphs over Rockiverse!
Three emails showing you a glimpse behind the scenes of science, during this fascinating transition to a new paradigm
Jan 25
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The mystery of the Little Red Dots has been solved – and once more Eggiverse triumphs over Rockiverse!
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The logic of energy efficiency may, paradoxically, anchor the most advanced civilisations to their solar systems – helping solve the Fermi…
A hyper-efficient power-source that you can’t meaningfully accelerate (small black holes) may make space-faring surprisingly difficult for advanced…
Jan 21
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The logic of energy efficiency may, paradoxically, anchor the most advanced civilisations to their solar systems – helping solve the Fermi paradox
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Life Without Stars: Stanets and Ploons
The implications of an important 2023 paper have not been fully understood: it is possible most life in our universe is in the deep oceans of icy moons…
Dec 31, 2024
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Short update on funding, conferences, Zoom calls for paid subscribers, etc.
With some hints on what I've been writing, and when you'll get to see it...
Dec 4, 2024
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Short update on funding, conferences, Zoom calls for paid subscribers, etc.
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The deep ocean floor is covered in naturally-occurring batteries that make oxygen... Wait, WHAT?!
This has HUGE implications for life on icy moons. Interesting New Paper #3...
Jul 28, 2024
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The deep ocean floor is covered in naturally-occurring batteries that make oxygen... Wait, WHAT?!
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GUEST POST: Robert Hazen on whether there’s a “missing law of nature”
Plus a stack of notes from me, explaining how Hazen's invigorating ideas are entirely compatible with cosmological natural selection: Darwinian…
Jul 4, 2024
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GUEST POST: Robert Hazen on whether there’s a “missing law of nature”
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