Science Courses and Certifications

The Royal Institution

Science Communication During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Expert panel discusses public trust, media coverage, and scientific communication during the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring challenges in presenting complex information and maintaining credibility amidst evolving research and global vaccine rollout.

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

The Royal Institution

Vaccines: Warriors and Worriers - Panel Discussion on Vaccine Science and Misinformation

Panel discussion exploring vaccine science, skepticism, and online misinformation. Experts discuss immune responses, public perception, and the spread of vaccine-related disinformation on social media platforms.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

Swearing is Good for You - The Science Behind Bad Language

Explore the science behind swearing's positive effects on emotions and well-being. Learn about the neuroscience and origins of profanity from science writer Emma Byrne.

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

The Royal Institution

How to Win Games and Beat People - The Science Behind Winning

Discover the science behind winning games with insights from experts in various fields, from aerodynamics to game theory, offering surprising strategies for success in competitions.

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

The Royal Institution

The Art and Science of Getting Things Done

Experts from science and industry share insights on effectiveness, exploring strategies for productivity and achievement in various fields.

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

The Royal Institution

The Science of Laughter

Explore the fascinating science behind laughter with Sophie Scott. Discover its social importance, animal origins, acoustic properties, and neurological processing in this engaging presentation.

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

The Royal Institution

Drugs, Science and Society - Past, Present and Future

Explore the history, societal impact, and future of drugs with experts discussing early experiments, modern policies, and controversial questions about drug classification and use.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Dr. John Campbell

The Science of Alcohol and Brain Chemistry

Delve into the science of alcohol with Professor David Nutt, a leading neuropsychopharmacologist and addiction specialist, as he discusses brain chemistry, health effects, and safer alternatives for social drinkers.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ryan O'Donnell

Great Ideas in Theoretical Computer Science

Explore fundamental concepts in theoretical computer science including logic, computability, complexity theory, algorithms, probability, and quantum computing through CMU lectures.

• YouTube
• 1 day 8 hours 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Applied Algebraic Topology Network

Applied Algebraic Topology Methods, Computation, and Science - ATMCS/AATRN 2020

Explore cutting-edge research in applied algebraic topology through expert presentations on persistence diagrams, homology, and computational methods for data analysis.

• YouTube
• 17 hours 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Samuel Chan

Building Data Tools with Just Python - Data Science Without Pandas

Discover how to build production-ready data analytics CLI tools using only Python's standard libraries, replicating pandas/numpy functionality without external dependencies.

• YouTube
• 6 hours 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

TED

The Art and Science of Stop-Motion Animation - How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing a Century-Old Craft

Discover how 3D printing revolutionizes century-old stop-motion animation techniques, blending creative obsession with cutting-edge technology to reinvent filmmaking processes.

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

Design Theory

The Most Beautiful Curve - According to Science

Explore the science behind aesthetic beauty through optical illusions, the Line of Beauty, composition principles, symmetry, and the Golden Ratio in design.

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

Math Sorcerer

How Smart People Learn Hard Things - Math, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering

Discover effective learning strategies through four inspiring stories of highly intelligent individuals who achieved remarkable success in challenging STEM fields.

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

SciShow

5 Scary Science Headlines You Don't Need To Worry About

Uncover the truth behind 5 alarming science headlines that sparked unnecessary panic, from chemical concerns to health scares, and learn why critical thinking beats clickbait.

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