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Physics replaces God; survival means cooperation and other worlds
Hawking argues law can account for creation and black holes, while self-made risks now demand global stewardship and a multi-planet hedge.
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About James Hartle
James Burkett Hartle was an American theoretical physicist known for his work in general relativity, astrophysics, and interpreting quantum mechanics. He was one of the pioneers of quantum cosmology. He joined the faculty of the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1966, and was a member of the external faculty of the Santa Fe Institute.
Everything about James Hartle →- Occupation
- astrophysicist
- Position held
- professor emeritus
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- August 20, 1939
- Died
- May 17, 2023