Simons Foundation Courses

Emergence of a Hexagonal Lattice in Drosophila Eye Development - November 20, 2024

Discover how mechanical forces drive the self-organization of fruit fly eye development, challenging previous biochemical models through groundbreaking research on tissue patterning and cell fate.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Waves of Topological Origin in Earth's Atmosphere and Beyond

Explore the fascinating link between atmospheric waves and quantum physics, discovering how topological patterns influence Earth's climate and potentially other planetary atmospheres.

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

Simulating the Quantum World with Data-Free, Physics-Driven Machine Learning - October 30, 2024

Explore how artificial neural networks revolutionize quantum state simulations, offering innovative approaches to understanding electron behavior and advancing many-body quantum systems without data dependencies.

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

The Geometry of Multicellular Life - October 23, 2024

Explore groundbreaking research on cellular structures, shape-shifting properties of organisms, and the geometric patterns underlying multicellular life through experimental and theoretical findings.

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

Social Cognition, Autism and the Human Brain - October 9, 2024

Explore groundbreaking research on social cognition and autism through eye tracking, neuroimaging, and brain recordings, focusing on the amygdala's role in facial recognition and social judgment.

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

Deciphering the Genomic Rosetta Stone - September 11, 2024

Explore how genetic sequencing reveals Earth's evolutionary history, from island-dwelling frogs to toothless whales, offering fascinating insights into life's ancient past.

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

Exploring the Atmospheres of Ice Giants: Uranus and Neptune in the Age of Exoplanets

Delve into the atmospheric mysteries of Uranus and Neptune through 30 years of groundbreaking research, from Voyager 2 to James Webb Space Telescope, revealing insights about ice giants and exoplanets.

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

Tuberous Sclerosis: Shedding Light on the Neural Circuitry of Autism

Explore the neural circuitry of autism through groundbreaking research on Tuberous Sclerosis, examining key pathways and mechanisms that contribute to autism spectrum disorders.

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

Autism Genetics: Where Have We Been and Where Are We Going

Explore the evolution and future directions of autism genetics research with insights from leading researcher Matthew State, examining key discoveries and emerging trends in the field.

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

Arousal, Emotion Regulation and Challenging Behaviors - Insights from the AIC

Explore the relationship between arousal regulation, emotional responses, and challenging behaviors in autism through evidence-based insights and clinical perspectives.

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

Data Analysis in the Social Sciences

Explore essential statistical methods and data analysis techniques specifically tailored for social science research, focusing on practical applications and interpretation of results.

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

Sleep in ASD: A Window to Etiology, Diagnosis and Treatment

Explore the critical relationship between sleep patterns and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), examining diagnostic approaches, underlying causes, and therapeutic interventions for better patient outcomes.

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

Exploiting Genetics to Identify Environmental Risks for Autism - February 22, 2017

Explore groundbreaking research on genetic and environmental factors contributing to autism spectrum disorders through advanced scientific methodologies and risk assessment studies.

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

The Predictive Impairment Hypothesis in Autism

Explore groundbreaking research on autism's predictive impairment hypothesis, examining how differences in prediction abilities may influence behavioral patterns and neural processing in autism.

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

Imaging Early Brain Development in Autism - February 26, 2014

Discover groundbreaking research on early brain development in autism through advanced imaging techniques, exploring structural changes and developmental patterns that shape our understanding of the condition.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video