From the Big Bang to the Theory of Everything, Professor Robert Matthews guides us through the 25 greatest ideas of modern science. He explains how a theory that disproved Einstein may one day enable teleportation.

How the principles of mathematics can be used for mediation in peacetime, and why the key to understanding some of the greatest mysteries of the universe may be linked to the barcode we see on our vegetables.

Matthews reveals the greatest personalities in the history of science, from Alan Turing and his test for artificial intelligence to Richard Dawkins and Stephen Hawking. He explains key terms for each major idea for every significant discovery...