World Science Festival Courses

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
• On-Demand
• 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
• On-Demand
• 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
• On-Demand
• 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
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Origins of Orientation - Sexuality in the 21st Century

Explore the complex interplay of biology, culture, and identity in shaping human sexuality and gender. Leading experts discuss recent scientific advances and their implications for understanding sexual orientation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Spotlight - This Is My Brain On

Explore the interplay between brain, dance, music, and emotion through a neuroscientist's personal brain scans in this engaging and unconventional presentation.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Hidden Dimensions - Exploring Hyperspace

Explore hyperspace and extra dimensions with leading scientists as they discuss the fundamental nature of the universe, from Einstein's theories to modern research on spatial realms beyond our experience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Man-Made Minds - Living with Thinking Machines

Explore the impact of AI on society, economy, and daily life. Leading experts discuss current capabilities, future possibilities, and ethical implications of intelligent machines.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Cancer's Last Stand - The Genome Solution

Experts discuss The Cancer Genome Atlas, exploring how genomic research is revolutionizing cancer understanding and treatment, with insights on breakthroughs, collaborations, and future implications for healthcare and drug development.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Ripples From The Big Bang - Listening to the Beginning of Time

Explore the groundbreaking discovery of cosmic ripples and its implications for understanding the universe's origin. Leading cosmologists discuss inflationary theory, BICEP2 findings, and ongoing debates in this fascinating panel.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Measure for Measure - Quantum Physics and Reality

Experts explore quantum mechanics' history, current theories, and future possibilities, discussing measurement problems, many-worlds interpretation, and quantum Bayesianism in this thought-provoking panel.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Whispering Mind - The Enduring Conundrum of Consciousness

Explore the enigma of consciousness with leading researchers, delving into its neurobiological basis, potential existence beyond humans, and fundamental biochemical processes underlying the mind's mysteries.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Infinity - The Science of Endless

Explore the enigma of infinity through interdisciplinary discussions with leading thinkers, delving into its existence, types, and implications in mathematics, physics, and philosophy.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

An Appetite for Wonder

Renowned scientists Dawkins and Greene explore atheism, science, and religion, discussing God's existence, simulated universes, and inspiring scientific curiosity in a thought-provoking dialogue.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Architects of the Mind - A Blueprint for the Human Brain

Explore the fascinating debate on replicating the human brain in silicon, examining computational vs. non-computational processes, and the challenges of creating artificial sentience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk