Multiverse

The multiverse (or meta-universe) is the hypothetical set of finite and infinite possible universes, including the universe we live in. Together, these universes comprise everything that exists: the entirety of space, time, matter, energy, and the physical laws and constants that describe them.

The various universes within the multiverse are called "parallel universes" or "alternate universes."

The American philosopher and psychologist William James coined the term multiverse in 1895, but in a different context.

Explanation

The structure of the multiverse, the nature of each universe within it, and the relationships among these universes depend upon the specific multiverse hypothesis being considered.

Multiple universes have been hypothesized in cosmology, physics, astronomy, religion, philosophy, transpersonal psychology, and fiction, particularly in science fiction and fantasy. In these contexts, parallel universes are also called "alternate universes", "quantum universes", "interpenetrating dimensions", "parallel dimensions", "parallel worlds", "alternate realities", "alternate timelines", and "dimensional planes".

Multiverse (Marvel Comics)

Within Marvel Comics, most tales take place within the fictional Marvel Universe, which in turn is part of a larger multiverse. Starting with issues of Captain Britain, the main continuity in which most Marvel storylines take place was designated Earth-616, and the multiverse was established as being protected by Merlyn. Each universe has a Captain Britain designated to protect its version of the British Isles. These protectors are collectively known as the Captain Britain Corps. This numerical notation was continued in the series Excalibur and other titles. Each universe of the Multiverse in Marvel also appears to be defended by a Sorcerer Supreme at nearly all times, appointed by the mystic trinity of Vishanti to defend the world against threats primarily magical in nature from within and beyond and bearing the Eye of Agamotto.

Later on, many writers would utilize and reshape the multiverse in titles such as Exiles, X-Men, and Ultimate Fantastic Four. New universes would also spin out of storylines involving time traveling characters such as Rachel Summers, Cable, and Bishop, as their actions rendered their home times alternate timelines.

Multiverse (diversity)

Multiverse is an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Professional Resource Network (funded by the Training and Development Agency for Schools created to meet the challenge of raising the achievement of pupils from diverse backgrounds. Issues in relation to Social class, religious diversity, Refugees and Asylum Seekers, and Travellers and Romani are also explored.

Member organizations

Multiverse is a consortium of eight Initial Teacher Training institutions from across England, with Lightbox Education (formerly 3T Productions–a subsidiary of Research Machines plc.) and Trentham Books, working with Local Education Authorities and community groups:

The Website

The website contains resources selected by experts working in the Multiverse Consortium. They range from ITE learning and teaching materials, research papers, government reports, articles from the media, case studies, and video clips. The website is organised into six Diversity Topics: