Paul Ratner

is a writer, film-maker and educator. He has written for years for “Big Think” and other outlets on transformative scientific research, history and current events.

We’re Living in a Cosmic Dream

World + People

Outer Space

We’re Living in a Cosmic Dream

According to a recent theory in quantum mechanics, the universe is one big simulation – just like in “The Matrix”. Will you take the red or blue pill?

Paul Ratner

Scientists Find the “Magic Number” That Links Forces of the Universe

World + People

Science

Scientists Find the “Magic Number” That Links Forces of the Universe

Researchers dramatically improve the accuracy of a number that connects fundamental forces.

Paul Ratner

The Universe Works Like a Huge Human Brain, Discover Scientists

World + People

Science

The Universe Works Like a Huge Human Brain, Discover Scientists

A new study found similarities between the human brain and the cosmic network of galaxies.

Paul Ratner

Karma Doesn’t Work How Most People Think It Does

Soul + Body

Good Mood

Karma Doesn’t Work How Most People Think It Does

Eastern traditions have complex views on how karma affects your life.

Paul Ratner

The Universe Keeps Dying and Being Reborn, Claims Nobel Prize Winner

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Outer Space, Science

The Universe Keeps Dying and Being Reborn, Claims Nobel Prize Winner

Sir Roger Penrose claims our universe has been through multiple Big Bangs, with more coming.

Paul Ratner

The Human Brain Builds Structures in 11 Dimensions, Discover Scientists

Soul + Body, World + People

Wellbeing, Science

The Human Brain Builds Structures in 11 Dimensions, Discover Scientists

The human brain creates multi-dimensional nervous structures that grow and disintegrate like castles made of sand.

Paul Ratner