Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics Courses

The Joy of Surfaceology: Part 2

Delve into the second part of "The Joy of Surfaceology" lecture by Carolina Figueiredo, exploring theoretical physics concepts as part of the "What is Particle Theory?" program, connecting diverse perspectives in particle physics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Joy of Surfaceology: Part 1

Dive into the fundamentals of surfaceology with Carolina Figueiredo in this first part of "The Joy of Surfaceology" lecture series from the KITP Program on particle theory.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making Chemically Diverse Planets out of Average Galactic Material

Explore the formation of chemically diverse planets from protoplanetary disks, examining how ALMA and JWST observations reveal processes that create varied planetary compositions despite uniform cosmic materials.

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

Discussion III - Planets on the Edge Conference

Engage with Sean Raymond's discussion on exoplanets, exploring formation theories, demographics, and key questions about Earth-sized planets in inner protoplanetary disks as part of the Planets on the Edge KITP conference.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Deciphering the Compositions of Close-in Exoplanets with JWST

Explore how JWST helps determine the composition of nearby exoplanets in this talk by Anjali Piette, examining Earth-sized planets on short-period orbits and their formation processes.

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

The Origin of Earth: Lessons from Exoplanets

Explore how exoplanet discoveries from Kepler and TESS missions provide insights into Earth's origins, with Lauren Weiss examining rocky planets on short-period orbits and their formation processes.

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

Growth of Dust in Ring by the Dusty Rossby Wave Instability

Explore the dynamics of dust growth in protoplanetary disk rings through the Dusty Rossby Wave Instability in this conference talk by Can Cui from the University of Toronto.

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

3-D MHD Simulations of Magnetospheric Accretion and the Close-in Young Planets

Explore 3-D MHD simulations of magnetospheric accretion and its relationship to close-in young planets in this talk by Zhaohuan Zhu from UNLV, presented at the Planets on the Edge KITP conference.

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

Exploring the Chemical Diversity in the Planet-Forming Zones of Disks with JWST

Delve into the chemical diversity of planet-forming disk zones as observed by JWST, presented by Sierra Grant from Carnegie Institution at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics conference.

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

Planet Formation within the Inner Regions of Thermally Evolving Disks

Explore planet formation in inner regions of thermally evolving disks, examining how Earth-sized exoplanets form on short-period orbits with no Solar System counterparts.

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

Dynamical Effects of Shadows in Transition Disks—Theory, 3D Radiation-Hydrodynamics, and Observational Signatures

Explore the theory, 3D radiation-hydrodynamics, and observational signatures of shadow dynamics in transition disks with this in-depth presentation from the Planets on the Edge KITP conference.

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

Carving the Edges of the Small Planet Population

Explore the formation and evolution of Earth-sized exoplanets with Eve Lee as she discusses their unique characteristics, origins, and why our Solar System lacks similar close-in rocky planets.

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

Super-Earth Migration in Radiative, Low-Viscosity Disks

Explore the migration patterns of Super-Earth planets in radiative, low-viscosity disks with Alexandro Ziampras' research presentation from the Planets on the Edge KITP conference.

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

Mercury's Mysterious Origin

Explore the enigmatic formation of Mercury with Matt Clement as he discusses theories, evidence, and implications for understanding rocky planets in our solar system and beyond.

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

Closing Remarks on Planets on the Edge Conference

Discover the closing remarks from Ralph Pudritz of McMaster University at the Planets on the Edge KITP conference, summarizing key insights on exoplanet formation, evolution, and the mysteries of close-in rocky planets.

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