International Centre for Theoretical Sciences Courses

Steven Weinberg: The Physicist and His Physics by Rohini M. Godbole

Explore Steven Weinberg's contributions to theoretical physics, from unifying forces to cosmology. Gain insights into his influential career, teachings, and lasting impact on the field.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Technology and Cosmic Frontiers by Kip Thorne and Rana Adhikari

Explore gravitational waves, black holes, and neutron stars with Nobel Laureate Kip Thorne. Learn about cutting-edge detector technology and its future applications from physicist Rana Adhikari.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Heading Towards Turbulence by Rama Govindarajan

Explore fluid dynamics, from laminar to turbulent flow, and the challenges in understanding transition. Learn about ongoing research and applications in this fascinating field.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Statistical Mechanical Ensembles and Typical Behavior of Macroscopic Systems by Joel Lebowitz

Explore the foundations of statistical mechanics and its ability to predict macroscopic system behavior with renowned physicist Joel Lebowitz. Gain insights into Gibbs ensembles and their applications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Can We Learn From Insect Societies? by Raghavendra Gadagkar

Explore insect societies' efficient organization, sustainable practices, and potential lessons for human society, from communication to collective decision-making and democracy.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

On the MLC Conjecture by Misha Lyubich

Explore the MLC Conjecture with Misha Lyubich in this interactive lecture, offering insights into complex dynamics and opportunities for audience engagement.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Neutrino Story: From Impossible Dreams to Unreachable Stars

Explore the fascinating world of neutrinos with Prof. Goswami, delving into their unique properties and implications for our understanding of fundamental particles and nature itself.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Two Mathematicians, Their Work and Career Experiences - Radhika Ganapathy and Purvi Gupta

Explore cyclotomic fields in number theory and convexity in complex analysis through lectures by two accomplished mathematicians, offering insights into their research and career experiences.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Scientific Approaches to Understanding the Past

Explore multidisciplinary scientific methods in archaeology, from Stone Age to Iron Age. Learn about human evolution, dispersals, and adaptations through case studies and cutting-edge research techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cosmology - From Big Bang to the Present Day

Explore the Universe's evolution from the Big Bang to today, covering major cosmological events and recent breakthroughs in our understanding of cosmic history and structure formation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cloudy and Turbulent Days, and the Wait for Rain by Rama Govindarajan

Explore cloud formation, internal turbulence, and raindrop growth with fluid dynamicist Rama Govindarajan. Discover the fascinating processes behind everyday weather phenomena.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Search for Habitable Worlds by Anand Narayanan

Explore techniques for detecting exoplanets, extracting data from observations, and searching for biomarkers in exoplanet atmospheres. Learn about the quest for habitable worlds beyond our solar system.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Do Insects Fly?

Explore insect flight biomechanics, neurobiology, and collective behavior. Discover how insects' unique adaptations contribute to their evolutionary success and environmental impact.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Impossible Dream of Neutrino Astronomy

Explore the unique properties of neutrinos and their potential in astronomy. Learn about challenges in detection and interpretation, and discover recent advancements in this exciting field of study.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Fundamental Building Blocks of Matter - Developing the Standard Model

Explore the evolution of particle physics from the electron's discovery to the Higgs boson, tracing the development of the Standard Model and its implications for our understanding of the universe.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video