Explore the mathematical theory of generic perturbations in mean curvature flows through this geometric analysis colloquium lecture delivered by Christos Mantoulidis from Rice University at the Fields Institute. Delve into the sophisticated concepts of how mean curvature flows behave under generic perturbations, examining the fundamental principles that govern these geometric evolution equations. Learn about the theoretical framework that describes how surfaces evolve according to their mean curvature and how small perturbations affect these evolutionary processes. Discover the mathematical techniques used to analyze the stability and behavior of these flows, including the role of generic conditions in ensuring certain properties hold for "most" initial configurations. Gain insights into current research developments in geometric analysis, particularly focusing on the intersection of differential geometry and partial differential equations as they apply to mean curvature flow theory.