Carlo Rovelli's new book says fundamental physics is overrated, ponders AI consciousness
burny_tech · x · 2026-11-10
Nature runs a review/interview of theoretical physicist Carlo Rovelli's new book On the Equality of All Things: Physics and Philosophy, in which the quantum-gravity researcher argues fundamental physics is overrated.
Key points:
- Rovelli argues the world is genuinely complex: knowing the basic equations tells you little about the phenomena we actually care about, and science needs more humility.
- The book also tackles whether AI could ever become conscious.
- The piece is written by journalist Chris Stokel-Walker.
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