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Information and the Nature of Reality

From Physics to Metaphysics

Niels Henrik Gregersen editor Paul Davies editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:15th May '14

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From quantum to biological and digital, here eminent scientists, philosophers and theologians chart various aspects of information.

Many scientists regard mass and energy as the primary currency of nature. In recent years, however, the concept of information has gained importance. In this book, eminent scientists, philosophers and theologians chart various aspects of information, from quantum information to biological and digital information, to understand how nature works.Many scientists regard mass and energy as the primary currency of nature. In recent years, however, the concept of information has gained importance. Why? In this book, eminent scientists, philosophers and theologians chart various aspects of information, from quantum information to biological and digital information, in order to understand how nature works. Beginning with a historical treatment of the topic, the book also examines physical and biological approaches to information, and its philosophical, theological and ethical implications.

'This is the anthology we have been waiting for … Philosophers, theologians and scientists all have their say, wrestling with the theme of God as the ultimate informational and structuring principle in the universe.' Professor Sir Brian Heap, President, European Academies Science Advisory Board, German Academy of Sciences

ISBN: 9781107684539

Dimensions: 216mm x 137mm x 24mm

Weight: 720g

506 pages