Complex Systems Courses and Certifications

Symmetry Breaking and Non-Equilibrium Phenomena - Lecture 3

Explore symmetry breaking and non-equilibrium phenomena in complex systems, covering topics from brain theory to thermal equilibrium and the El Farol problem.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Effective Theories for Computational Systems - Lecture 2

Explore effective theories for computational systems, covering aggregation, finite state machines, regular languages, and emergence in complex systems modeling.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Coarse-Graining, Renormalization and Universality - Lecture 1

Explore coarse-graining, renormalization, and universality in complex systems. Learn key concepts and applications in mathematical, biological, cognitive, and social sciences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Large-Scale Structure in Networks - 2014

Explore large-scale network structures and their implications in complex systems, focusing on theoretical approaches and practical applications in various fields.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Brief Research Talks by Omidyar Postdoctoral Fellows - 2014

Explore cutting-edge research from Omidyar Postdoctoral Fellows at Santa Fe Institute, covering diverse topics in complexity science and interdisciplinary studies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Tokens and Complex Systems - Part 2

Explore the intersection of complex systems and blockchain technology, including AI DAOs, token design, and agent-based simulations for innovative ecosystem development.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Lightning Research Talks - Data Futures and Funding Futures: Shifting Landscapes

Explore data futures, funding landscapes, and shifting research paradigms with four experts in this illuminating series of lightning talks from the Santa Fe Institute.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Lightning Research Talks: Data Futures and Funding Futures - 2016

Explore cutting-edge research on data futures, funding landscapes, and complex systems in this series of lightning talks by SFI researchers.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

How Human History Shapes Scientific Inquiry - Episode 5

Exploring how historical context influences scientific priorities, this episode examines the boundaries of academic inquiry and the potential for redefining fundamental concepts to advance complex systems research.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Many More is Different - Scalable Learning in Physical Systems

Exploring how large-scale systems exhibit unique properties, focusing on scalable learning approaches inspired by physics and implemented in energy-efficient physical systems.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Early Warning Signals for Dynamics on Networks

Explore early warning signals for network dynamics, uncovering predictive indicators and their applications in complex systems analysis.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Ranking-based Social Influence Produces Lock-in

Explore how ranking systems in social media create lock-in effects, shaping user behavior and content visibility. Gain insights into the dynamics of online influence.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Complex World - Understanding and Surviving in an Interconnected Era

Explore limitations of simple assumptions in economics, healthcare, AI, and governance. Discover a new framing of nature and human role in a complex, interconnected world.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

How Can We Understand Our Complex Economy?

Explore complex systems approach to economics, blending insights from physical and natural sciences to predict and mitigate economic crises, offering a new perspective on global financial challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

David Shapiro ~ AI

AGI Alignment Experiments - INSTRUCT vs Foundation and Agent Models

Explore AI alignment experiments comparing INSTRUCT vs foundation and agent models, focusing on interpretability, system-level alignment, and stability in complex AI systems.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course