How mathematics can save your life! with Sandjai Bhulai
Mathematics can optimize emergency services and improve public safety through predictive modeling and data analysis.
How to create a Universe with Jan Pieter van der Schaar
Theoretical physicist discusses the universe's origin, properties, and the concept of cosmic inflation.
What does Earth look like beyond 1.5 degrees with Martin Ziegler
The presentation discusses the impact of rising CO2 levels on Earth's climate, emphasizing historical climate data to predict future warming.
Puzzles to unravel the universe with Cumrun Vafa at Science & Cocktails
The video explores the historical and modern connections between mathematics and physics, emphasizing the role of symmetry, string theory, and duality in understanding the universe.
The three eras of global inequality with Branko Milanovic
The talk discusses global income inequality, its historical trends, and future implications, emphasizing the shift in economic power from Western countries to Asia, particularly China and India.
Why humanitarianism needs changing with Thea Hilhorst
The talk discusses the evolution of humanitarian aid, emphasizing the need for a shift from traditional crisis response to resilience and sustainable development, while addressing challenges like climate change and the importance of local actors.
Why do people kill? Copenhagen edition with Alette Smeulers
The talk explores how ordinary people can commit atrocities under certain contexts, emphasizing the role of political, ideological, and organizational influences.
The Science of "The Man from the 9 Dimensions" and Superstring Theory with Hirosi Ooguri
The presentation discusses the science behind a 3D movie about the universe, focusing on fundamental physics and cosmology.
Do you have free will? with Axel Cleeremans
The discussion explores the concept of free will, examining philosophical and scientific perspectives on whether humans truly have the ability to make free choices.