text: do you think string theory is a physical theory?   super string theory is just that at the moment, a theory. there are several teams around the world who have some opposing and similar views, but the fact is that we don't yet have the technology to test these theories.  there is a lot to read out there but scientists think that sst could explain the occurrence of 'dark matter' and black holes. it would also lend credence to heisenberg's uncertainty principle.  you should visit http://www.superstringtheory.com/