Vesper No. 7 | Sky | Fall-Winter 2022
Sara Buoso
Universe
Keywords
Universe, Cosmology, Frames of References,
Entanglement, Continuum
Etymologically, the
term ‘universe’ defines the assemblage of matters constituting
cosmic space beyond infinity. Modern scientific discoveries conducted both in
the field of physics and social sciences in the twentieth century oppose the
traditional metaphysical and abstract assumption of this term, suggesting
experimental and innovative systems of configurations of the image of universe.
The dictionary entry examines in particular, the contributions that Theories of
Relativity and Quantum Theories have addressed to the modern representation,
morphology, and material unfolding of the universe in relation to human and non-human
agencies. In highlighting the incongruences between classical models of inquiry
and relativistic and quantum ones, this paper discusses the paradigmatic shifts
that affect the configuration of events, experiences, and relations in the
universe. Ultimately, by dwelling on the difference that connotates cosmic
space and the notion of the infinite universe, this paper suggests the
emergence of new area of investigation which lies in the alliance between arts
and science.
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