Space & PhysicsOctober 1, 2002
The Fate of Life in the Universe
Billions of years ago the universe was too hot for life to exist. Countless aeons from now, it will become so cold and empty that life, no matter how ingenious, will perish.
Stories by Glenn D. Starkman
Space & PhysicsOctober 1, 2002
Is Space Finite?
Conventional wisdom says the universe is infinite. But it could be finite, merely giving the illusion of infinity
Space & PhysicsNovember 1, 1999
The Fate of Life in the Universe
Billions of years ago the universe was too hot for life to exist. Countless eons hence, it will become so cold and empty that life, no matter how ingenious, will perish
Space & PhysicsApril 1, 1999
Is Space Finite?
Conventional wisdom says the universe is infinite. But it could be finite, merely giving the illusion of infinity. Upcoming measurements may finally answer this ancient question