Theoretical Physics Courses and Certifications

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This Should Be Too Weird to Exist - But Physics Says It Might

Explore mind-bending theoretical physics concepts from exotic stars to multiverse theories that could reshape our understanding of reality.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Physics Explained

Does the Universe Have a Maximum Temperature? The Planck Temperature Explained

Explore the concept of maximum temperature in the universe through quantum mechanics, relativity, and gravity. Discover how the Planck temperature represents a fundamental boundary where our current physics theories break down.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
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• Free Video

The Legacy of Stephen Hawking - Black Holes and the Great Reconciliation

Explore black hole physics and its role in reconciling quantum mechanics with general relativity. Delve into Stephen Hawking's contributions and the future of unified physics theories.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

An Introduction to the AdS-CFT Correspondence by David Berenstein

Explore the AdS/CFT correspondence in theoretical physics with David Berenstein. This lecture introduces key concepts and principles of holography in string theory and quantum gravity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Steven Weinberg: The Physicist and His Physics by Rohini M. Godbole

Explore Steven Weinberg's contributions to theoretical physics, from unifying forces to cosmology. Gain insights into his influential career, teachings, and lasting impact on the field.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 36 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Generalized Hydrodynamics by Herbert Spohn

Explore integrable many-body systems and their unique hydrodynamic equations, featuring extensive conserved fields. Focus on repulsive delta Bose gas and Toda lattice examples.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Topologically Ordered Matter and Why You Should Be Interested

Explore topologically ordered matter in 2D systems, its implications for quantum computing, and potential applications across various physical systems. Gain insights into this exotic yet observable phenomenon.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Introduction to Classical and Quantum Integrable Systems by Leon Takhtajan

Explore classical and quantum integrable systems, from historical examples to modern developments. Learn about Hamiltonian mechanics, r-matrix formalism, and the quantum Yang-Baxter equation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Renormalization Group Theory by Mustansir Barma

Explore renormalization group theory, a powerful tool for understanding critical phenomena and phase transitions in statistical physics, with expert Mustansir Barma.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

Muon Colliders - KITP Blackboard Talk by Nima Arkani-Hamed

Explore the science behind muon colliders with physicist Nima Arkani-Hamed. This talk delves into cutting-edge particle physics research, offering insights for scientists across various theoretical physics disciplines.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Putting Order into Disorder - An Application to the Chronology of My Works by Giorgio Parisi

Nobel laureate Giorgio Parisi explores the chronology of his groundbreaking research, spanning quantum field theory, statistical mechanics, and complex systems, revealing the interconnections in his diverse scientific contributions.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 17 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Physics of Life by Vijaykumar Krishnamurthy

Explore the physics of living systems, focusing on soft condensed matter and emergent self-organization in cells and tissues. Gain insights into the fascinating intersection of physics and biology.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 53 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

Making Traversable Wormholes - Understanding Global AdS2 by Juan Maldacena

Explore traversable wormholes and global AdS2 with Juan Maldacena. Delve into quantum mechanics, black holes, and the SYK model. Discover connections between entanglement and geometric wormholes in spacetime.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
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• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

The Science of the Man from the 9 Dimensions

Explore the universe's origins, from the Big Bang to cosmic inflation, and delve into superstring theory's quest for a unified understanding of physics across nine dimensions.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences

The SYK Model by David Gross

Explore large N theories, gauge-gravity dualities, and the SYK model in quantum field theory with Nobel laureate David Gross. Gain insights into advanced theoretical physics concepts and their applications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 43 minutes
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• Free Video