The Royal Institution Courses

The Hidden World of Animal Consciousness - With David Peña-Guzmán

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Explore animal consciousness through dreams, examining scientific research and philosophical theories. Discover implications for animal cognition, ethics, and rights in this thought-provoking presentation.

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

The Big Picture - From the Big Bang to the Meaning of Life - with Sean Carroll

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Sean Carroll explores the cosmos, from the Big Bang to consciousness, tying fundamental physics to human experience and addressing life's big questions in this thought-provoking talk on the nature of reality and existence.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Science of Behaviour Change

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Explore the science of behavior change, its societal impact, and strategies for effective interventions. Learn how understanding decision-making can lead to beneficial personal and collective outcomes.

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

The Joy of Abstract Mathematical Thinking - With Eugenia Cheung

Explore abstract mathematical thinking through category theory, discovering its applications in everyday life, inequalities, and current events. Gain insights into abstraction, context, and relationships in mathematics.

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

Computer Modelling for Molecular Science – With Sir Richard Catlow

Explore how high-performance computer simulations revolutionize scientific understanding, from molecular behavior to planetary-scale hypotheses, with applications in crystallography, materials science, and battery technology.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Searching for New Physics With Low-Energy Techniques - With Danielle Speller

Explore cutting-edge experiments using low-energy techniques to search for new physics phenomena, combining nuclear, particle, and astrophysics to uncover mysteries of matter and mass.

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

How Does Genetics Help Conserve Rare Plants? - With Mike Fay

Explore how genetics aids in conserving rare plants, focusing on the lady's slipper orchid's revival in England. Learn about DNA analysis, propagation techniques, and collaborative efforts in plant conservation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Nanomaterials for the Future - With Nguyen TK Thanh

Explore innovative research on plasmonic and magnetic nanomaterials, their synthesis, and applications in healthcare. Discover cutting-edge developments in nanoparticle technology for medical treatments and diagnostics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

What Is Dark Matter? - With Peter Fisher

Explore dark matter's nature and its gravitational effects on galaxies with particle physicist Peter Fisher. Learn about ongoing research and its potential impact on science.

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

Materialising Artificial Intelligence - With Wilfred G. van der Wiel

Explore brain-inspired nanosystems and their potential for efficient information processing, discussing technological implications and the future of artificial intelligence in material form.

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

The Joy of Science - With Jim Al-Khalili

Explore the power of scientific thinking with Jim Al-Khalili. Learn how to navigate uncertainty, guard against bias, and embrace evidence-based reasoning for clarity and empowerment in decision-making.

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

The Search for Objective Reality - With Jim Peebles

Explore the nature of science and objective reality through cosmology with Nobel laureate P.J.E. Peebles. Delve into key concepts like dark matter, the expanding universe, and acoustic oscillations in this thought-provoking lecture.

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

Existential Physics - Answering Life's Biggest Questions With Sabine Hossenfelder

Explore life's biggest questions through modern physics with Sabine Hossenfelder. Delve into free will, the nature of the universe, and the limits of human knowledge using insights from quantum mechanics and cosmology.

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

How Can Medical Diagnosis Get Us Wrong? - With Jules Montague

Explore how medical diagnoses can be influenced by bias, cultural factors, and external pressures, potentially leading to stigmatization and harm. Discover real patient stories and the evolving nature of diagnostic practices.

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

How Did Michael Faraday Invent? - With David Ricketts

Explore Faraday's innovative process and its modern applications. Learn about the history of innovation, emerging technologies, and how to apply Faraday's methods to foster creativity and problem-solving in various fields.

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