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Reverse Physics Theory Challenges Traditional Scientific Method
A new approach to physics is being explored, where the mathematical framework is developed first and then observations are used to validate it. This could potentially bridge classical and quantum mechanics.
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New Scientist
Physics is generally built on observations, then the maths that supports them comes later. Columnist Karmela Padavic-Callaghan takes a look at an effort to reverse this and rebuild the laws of physics from the maths up
2026-10-30 09:00 UTC