Reaching for the Skies: A Scientific Look at the Structure of the Universe

Humanity stands on the brink of a new understanding of the world and its place in the Universe - believes the renowned American scientist, Harvard University physics professor Lisa Randall, and invites us on an exciting journey through the history of scientific discoveries. A special place in the book is dedicated to the latest and most significant developments in particle physics; the circumstances of the creation and principles of operation of the Large Hadron Collider, which has captured the attention of the entire world; and the debate between competing viewpoints on the place of humanity in the universe. The informative and at the same time accessible narrative introduces the reader to fresh scientific ideas and achievements, step by step bringing humanity closer to understanding the structure of the universe.