Simons Foundation Courses

Galaxy Simulations in the Era of Exascale - May 19, 2023

Explore cutting-edge galaxy simulation technology using GPU-based supercomputers, focusing on trillion-cell models that reveal star formation, supernovae, and galaxy evolution with unprecedented detail.

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

How Do Waves Propagate Randomness in Nature and Mathematical Models

Explore the mathematical foundations of wave dynamics and randomness propagation in nature, from quantum mechanics to atmospheric phenomena, with insights into statistical mechanics and quantum field theory.

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

Spin Crossovers in Iron in Mantle Phases

Explore the quantum mechanics of iron's spin states in Earth's mantle phases through advanced computational methods and their implications for planetary dynamics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Squeezing Quantum Uncertainty by Entangling Atoms - From Measurement Precision to Quantum Computation

Delve into quantum uncertainty principles and atomic entanglement, exploring how laser-manipulated atom clouds advance precision measurements and quantum computing applications.

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

The How and Why of Sleep - May 3, 2023

Discover the neural mechanisms behind sleep through cutting-edge research exploring brain networks, motor circuits, and sleep's vital role in bodily systems and overall health.

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

The Origins of Planets and the Stars They Orbit

Explore the interconnected formation of stars and planets through computational models and observational data, examining how dust particles influence planetary evolution and detection methods.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Waves Inside Stars: The Beauty and Power of Asteroseismology

Explore the revolutionary field of space asteroseismology through stellar wave analysis, computational modeling, and the latest discoveries in understanding stellar evolution and rotation properties.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making Quantum States of Light With Moving Mirrors

Explore quantum effects in mechanical resonators and how moving mirrors can manipulate quantum states, focusing on experimental techniques and applications in quantum optics and precision measurement.

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

Constraining High-Density Deconfinement Phase Transitions in Binary Neutron Star Mergers

Explore how binary neutron star mergers and gravitational waves can reveal phase transitions in nuclear matter, focusing on numerical simulations and multimodal spectroscopy analysis.

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

How the Human Microbiome Adapts to Its Host

Explore groundbreaking research on how microbes in our bodies form dynamic ecosystems that adapt to our genetics and behaviors, influencing overall health and disease progression.

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

Solar Flare Observations and Model Predictions - March 24, 2023

Explore solar flare physics, space weather predictions, and cutting-edge observations using IRIS and DKIST telescopes, focusing on hydrogen line broadening and stellar flare spectra interpretation.

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

Advances in Optically Driven Cuprate Superconductivity - April 11, 2023

Delve into cutting-edge research on optically driven cuprate superconductivity, exploring experimental advances and theoretical implications in quantum materials science.

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

Hunting for the Biggest Binary Black Holes - March 31, 2023

Explore the fascinating world of binary black holes, their electromagnetic signatures, and latest gravitational wave detection efforts through pulsar timing arrays and advanced observatories.

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

Tensor Networks for High-Dimensional Integration and Optimization

Explore advanced tensor network methods and their applications in epidemics modeling, featuring high-dimensional integration, Monte Carlo techniques, and variational optimization approaches.

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

Machine Learning with Pen and Paper - March 17, 2023

Discover the fundamentals of machine learning through a practical, no-code approach that demystifies core concepts and equips you with essential knowledge to evaluate and discuss ML applications effectively.

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