Physics and applied physics

Physics seeks to understand the fundamental laws governing matter, energy, space, and time, from the quantum scale to the cosmos.

The field encompasses both theoretical investigations into the nature of reality and applied research developing new technologies and materials. Key frontiers include unifying quantum mechanics with general relativity, understanding dark matter and energy, and developing revolutionary energy systems.

Modern physics continues to reveal surprising phenomena that challenge our understanding of the universe while enabling transformative technologies from superconductors to quantum computers.

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