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Explore game theory's fascinating paradoxes in this lecture by distinguished theoretical physicist Deepak Dhar at ICTS-TIFR, Bengaluru. Delve into counter-intuitive concepts like the Prisoner's Dilemma and the recently discussed Samaritan's Curse, examining how well-intentioned actions can sometimes lead to unexpected negative outcomes. Learn from a Boltzmann Medal recipient and Padma Bhushan awardee who brings decades of expertise in statistical physics and stochastic processes to explain these complex mathematical phenomena. Discover why games, though inherently enjoyable even to children and animals, can present surprising theoretical challenges that challenge our intuitive understanding of decision-making and consequences.
