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In 2014, scientists were able
to take equations and theories from centuries of astronomical observations to
create a three-dimensional, computerized model of the universe. This simulation
is able to go forward and backward through time, hypothesizing the past and
future layout of the cosmos – of the matter and dark matter it houses.
Unfortunately,
the replica is far from perfect; there exist anomalies that are not supported
by current observations. However, its creation will assist in furthering the
understanding mankind has of the universe as a whole.
What makes this simulation far more interesting,
however, is that its growth directly resembles that of a brain cell; the shapes of expanding galaxies echo electrical connections
between brain cells, as well as the similarities between the connections (some nodules
branching out into many links and others into few).
It is common knowledge that there are certain mathematical
functions that govern the natural world (such as the Fibonacci sequence, which
has been shown to match the layout of the seeds in a sunflower, the shapes of
certain seashells, the outward appearance of pine cones, the spiral of a galaxy,
and much more). Could the development of a neural network and the network of
space be governed by a similar natural law?
Scientists
have begun to hypothesize that the way that systems evolve in many various
networks, ranging from the universe to the internet to the most minuscule of
brain cells, is the same regardless of their different appearances. What this
means is that the parallels between the small and the not-so-small are greater
than can be evaluated at first glance.
Humanity has a limited view of the
universe, literally and figuratively. Our eyes may be able to see objects
lightyears away from Earth as we glance up at the night sky, but they cannot
see the edges of the expanding space we and countless astral bodies claim as
our own; and, not every mystery discovered has been found to have a definite
answer.
What if the universe isn’t simply like a brain cell, but is a brain cell. Do we exist inside of a
separate intelligence? Are we one of many? This would make us, our solar system
included, far less than atomic particles.
And if our universe is a brain
cell, then what, pray tell, exists within us all?
I remember finding this same discussion on some article awhile back. The whole idea of the universe being similar to a brain cell is beyond amazing. Although I have no idea how scientists could even figure that out, it's simply astounding regardless. The answers to your questions may be answered some day long into the future; but for now I believe that if we can discover the structure of the universe, near anything is still possible.
ReplyDeleteThis is so interesting! I don’t think about the universe or even space in depth simply because it scares me. It is crazy how scientists have figured this out.It is such a great analogy. I can see it and thinking about it more and more is making my brain hurt. There is just so many things outside of this world that we can’t understand and this blog gave me a better understanding. You did a great job of making me think more.
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