Possible Implications of the Quantum Theory of Gravity: An Introduction to the Meduso-Anthropic Principle

@article{Crane1994PossibleIO,
  title={Possible Implications of the Quantum Theory of Gravity: An Introduction to the Meduso-Anthropic Principle},
  author={Louis Crane},
  journal={Foundations of Science},
  year={1994},
  volume={15},
  pages={369-373}
}
  • L. Crane
  • Published 17 February 1994
  • Physics
  • Foundations of Science
If we assume that the constants of nature fluctuate near the singularity when a black hole forms (assuming, also, that physical black holes really do form singularities) then a process of evolution of universes becomes possible. We explore the implications of such a process for the origin of life, interstellar travel, and the human future. 
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