Know This
Today's Most Interesting and Important Scientific Ideas, Discoveries, and Developments
by:
John Brockman
Summary:
The book is a compilation of essays from leading scientists, thinkers, and scholars who respond to a thought-provoking question about contemporary scientific understanding and breakthroughs. It covers a wide array of topics, from artificial intelligence and neuroscience to philosophy and climate change, providing insights into the most significant and intriguing scientific ideas and developments of our time.
Key points:
1. Anthropocene Era: A new geological age where human actions significantly affect the Earth's climate and environment.
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