Does God Play Dice with the Universe - Einstein's Quantum Theory

Explore Einstein's complex relationship with quantum theory in this 27-minute video from the series "What Einstein Got Wrong." Delve into the revolutionary 1905 paper on the photoelectric effect and light quanta that kickstarted the quantum revolution. Examine Einstein's growing discomfort with the strange implications of quantum theory and the dead-end paths he pursued to avoid accepting the quantum nature of our world. Investigate new findings on electron interference, ponder how to interpret electron behavior, and understand Einstein's famous quote "God does not play dice." Discuss Einstein's religious views, learn about the Copenhagen Interpretation of quantum mechanics, and discover the significance of the Fifth Solvay Conference on Physics. Finally, examine why Einstein's hidden variable theory was ultimately rejected, providing a comprehensive overview of Einstein's struggles with quantum physics and its implications for our understanding of the universe.