What really happened during the Big Bang? - with Niyayesh Afshordi

Astrophysicist Niayesh Afshordi explores the latest debates on the origin of our universe. This lecture was recorded on 28 June 2025 at the Royal Institution. The Big Bang has long been accepted as the ultimate origin of our universe - but what if it’s just the beginning of the story? In this talk, astrophysicist Niayesh Afshordi will explore the fierce scientific debates over cosmic origins, revealing how modern cosmologists are rethinking the Big Bang itself.

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