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Explore the fascinating connections between microscopic and macroscopic phenomena in this lecture that takes you on a statistical journey through nature. Delivered by P K Mohanty from IISER Kolkata as part of the Summer School for Women in Physics 2025 at the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences, this 90-minute presentation demonstrates how statistical principles bridge the gap between the smallest particles and the largest observable systems in the natural world. Discover how statistical mechanics provides the theoretical framework for understanding how microscopic interactions give rise to macroscopic properties we observe in everyday life. Learn about the fundamental role of probability and statistics in physics, from molecular motion to thermodynamic behavior, and gain insights into how complex systems emerge from simple statistical rules. This lecture is part of a comprehensive program designed to encourage women to pursue physics careers through hands-on experiments, theoretical discussions, and exploration of the interconnectedness of physical phenomena.
