World Science Festival Courses

Transparent Brain - Visible Thoughts

Explore cutting-edge neuroscience research on brain imaging, thought visualization, and neuroethics with leading experts. Discover the potential and implications of decoding neural patterns and controlling prostheses with thoughts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Back to the Big Bang - Inside the Large Hadron Collider

Explore the world's largest physics machine and its quest to uncover fundamental laws of nature through high-energy particle collisions, guided by leading physicists in an engaging panel discussion.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Mathemagician

Entertaining performance combining math and magic, showcasing mental mathematical feats and explaining the secrets behind lightning-fast calculations. Discover how the Mathemagician outperforms electronic calculators.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

All Creatures Great and Smart

Explore animal intelligence and emotions with leading scientists, challenging assumptions about the divide between humans and other species through cutting-edge research and live demonstrations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Search for Life in the Universe

Explore the quest for extraterrestrial life with leading scientists as they discuss Mars exploration, exoplanet detection, and the potential impact of discovering alien life on humanity's perspective.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Consciousness - Explored and Explained

Explore the art, science, and mystery of consciousness with filmmaker Charlie Kaufman, neuroscientist Giulio Tononi, and moderator Alan Alda in this thought-provoking discussion on perception, reality, and the human mind.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

On the Shoulders of Giants

Nobel laureate Steven Weinberg explores the evolution of physics from small-scale discoveries to modern "Big Science," discussing funding challenges, technological advancements, and the future of fundamental research.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Mysteries of the Mathematical Universe

Explore mathematical mysteries, from prime numbers to infinity, with experts discussing breakthroughs, challenges, and the profound impact of math on understanding our universe and solving real-world problems.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How We Bounce Back - The New Science of Human Resilience

Explore the science of human resilience with leading experts, examining biological profiles, potential interventions, and strategies to enhance our ability to bounce back from traumatic events.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Mind and Machine - The Future of Thinking

Explore the future of thinking as experts discuss the intersection of human cognition and technology, examining potential benefits, risks, and implications for society and individual minds.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Why We Tell Stories - The Science of Narrative

Explore the science behind storytelling with experts discussing its cultural universality, cognitive impacts, evolutionary role, and future in this engaging panel conversation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Eye Candy - Science, Sight, Art

Explore the fascinating intersection of science, visual perception, and art through expert discussions on brain processes, artistic techniques, and 3D technology's impact on visual experiences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Astronomy's New Messengers

Explore gravitational waves, Einstein's predictions, and LIGO's groundbreaking observations in this panel discussion featuring renowned physicists and astronomers.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Black Holes and Holographic Worlds

Explore black holes and holographic reality with renowned scientists. Discover how these cosmic phenomena challenge our understanding of space, time, and the nature of information in the universe.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Unbearable Lightness of Memory

Explore the fascinating world of long-term memory, from its storage and recall to its malleability. Discover how memories shape our identity and future, and delve into intriguing phenomena like déjà vu and false memories.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk