How Gravity from Entropy theory connects the second law of thermodynamics with the emergence of cosmic structure

Professor Ginestra Bianconi proposes a new perspective on how the universe develops complex structures while adhering to the second law of thermodynamics. By applying Gravity from Entropy theory, the study suggests that while total entropy increases, entropy per unit volume decreases, potentially explaining the emergence of local order.
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This research addresses a fundamental cosmological paradox, bridging the gap between statistical mechanics and the formation of galaxies and life.
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