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The Science of Cheese - Ri Science Podcast with Bronwen Percival The Royal Institution 2024-06-26 | To celebrate National Cheese Day earlier this month, we sat down with biochemist and cheese expert Bronwen Percival to look under the barrel at the science of one of the nation’s favourite foods. From the basics of cheese production to the biochemistry underlying its notorious smell, and even some cheese tastings, this video podcast episode guarantees to open your eyes to the captivating world of cheese.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe to our podcast here for all the episodes: open.spotify.com/show/3zfY0yzdW6UUfNmV4S4DjU0:00 Introduction0:58 The basics of cheese3:15 The fermentation process4:44 The power of salt5:20 Cheese tasting6:35 Why does cheese smell?9:15 The history of cheese10:45 Tasting St James cheese13:07 How do we choose the right microbes?16:11 What can we learn from cheese20:06 The ‘goaty’ flavour of Goat’s cheese21:23 The biggest threat to artisanal cheese26:20 Becoming a cheese scientistBronwen Percival is the cheese buyer for Neal’s Yard Dairy in London. In addition to working with cheesemakers and the company’s maturation team to select and optimize the quality of the cheese they sell, she works to mobilize collaboration between cheesemakers and the scientific community. In 2012, she instigated a biennial conference on the Science of Artisan Cheese. In early 2014, she spent two months in the Dutton Lab at Harvard University studying the role of marine-associated Proteobacteria on cheese rinds. Along with Dr. Benjamin Wolfe, she co-founded the website MicrobialFoods.org, a scientific resource for producers, purveyors, and enthusiasts of artisan microbial foods, and more recently she served on the editorial board of the Oxford Companion to Cheese.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Paranormal activity: science or fiction? - with Chris French The Royal Institution 2024-06-25 | Paranormal experiences often appear perplexing, but are they genuinely legitimate phenomena?Watch the Q&A here (exclusively for our YouTube channel members): youtu.be/Zpe5V4PoISESign up as a YouTube member here for early access and other perks: youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinBuy Chris's book 'The Science of Weird Shit' here: geni.us/Jx8wThis talk was recorded at the Ri on 22 April 2024.Join Chris French, psychologist and expert on all things paranormal, as he reveals the cardinal truths behind everything from ghostly encounters and alien abductions, to UFO sightings and near-death experiences. By employing rigorous scientific methods, Chris will embark on a search for the truth behind these mystical occurrences. Chris' intellectual journey carries us through the debunking of extrasensory perception (ESP), endeavours to communicate with the departed, and even accounts of alien abductions, among other curious occurrences. These phenomena also offer a profound insight into the intricacies of human cognition and consciousness, and should be systematically studied accordingly. By employing an academic, comprehensive, logical, and occasionally mathematical approach, Chris demystifies what once seemed beyond explanation. Allow yourself to discover the overlap between belief, the human mind, and the mysteries that continue to intrigue and perplex us. 00:00 Intro1:29 What is anomalistic psychology?3:33 Testing paranormal claims: baby psychic10:40 Testing paranormal claims: dream detective21:02 Testing paranormal claims: sensing the future24:58 The replication problem in psychology27:59 Why study paranormal psychology?29:25 Demo: The unreliability of memory32:20 Inattentional blindness of witnesses37:44 Spoon bending and memory conformity42:59 How false memories can be implanted48:19 Alien experiences, sleep paralysis and hypnosis54:28 Top down processing and pareidolia---Chris French is the Head of the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit in the Psychology Department at Goldsmiths, University of London. He is a Fellow of the British Psychological Society and of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry and a Patron of the British Humanist Association. He has published over 150 articles and chapters covering a wide range of topics. His main current area of research is the psychology of paranormal beliefs and anomalous experiences. He frequently appears on radio and television casting a sceptical eye over paranormal claims.---The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Decoding the cosmos - with Hiranya Peiris The Royal Institution 2024-06-18 | Unravel the profound mysteries of the universe's explosive birth.Watch the Q&A here (exclusively for our YouTube Channel Members): youtu.be/lHh0692c2isJoin our channel to get early access, exclusive Q&As, and other perks: youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinThis talk was recorded at the Ri on 26 April 2024.Just a century ago, observational evidence established the existence of other galaxies besides our own. Soon afterwards, it was discovered that the Universe is expanding, driving a profound change in our understanding of the cosmos. In 1998, the prevailing cosmological paradigm was again upended by the discovery that the Universe's expansion is accelerating.Since then, the remarkable progress in cosmology, spanning Peiris's research career, has been driven by the close interplay between theory and observations. Observational discoveries have led to a Standard Model of cosmology with ingredients not present in the standard model of particle physics – dark matter, dark energy, and a primordial origin for cosmic structure. The physical nature of these ingredients remains a mystery. The race to unravel this cosmic puzzle is now underway, motivating a new generation of ambitious sky surveys across the electromagnetic spectrum and using new messengers such as gravitational waves.Peiris describes some highlights from her journey through this rapidly changing cosmological landscape in this discourse. She also discusses how laboratory experiments are helping us test new fundamental physics paradigms developed to explain cosmological observations.---00:00 Intro1:30 How do we know about the universe?7:55 Tracing the light of galaxies13:00 The Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST)16:53 Mapping dark matter with gravitational lensing22:30 How do we know how far away galaxies are?32:03 Using machine learning to explore galaxies35:50 Detecting dark matter in the lab46:31 The Universe on a table-top54:58 Condensed matter experiment and cosmology---Hiranya Peiris holds the Professorship of Astronomy (1909) at Cambridge, the first woman to do so in the 115-year history of this prestigious chair. As a cosmologist, she delves into cosmic mysteries at the edge of our understanding, reaching back to the very first moments of the Universe after the Big Bang, often treading the path of high risk and high reward. She is noted for interdisciplinary research bridging fundamental physics with astronomical data. Peiris recently contributed to the anthology “The Sky Is For Everyone” and works to reach beyond traditional audiences for public engagement, including through science/art collaborations and live science/music events. Her work has been recognised by awards such as the Max Born Prize of the German Physical Society and the Institute of Physics (2021), the Eddington Medal of the Royal Astronomical Society (2021) and the Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (2018). ---Discourses are one of the Ri’s oldest and most prestigious series of talks. Since 1825, audiences in the theatre have witnessed countless mind-expanding moments, including the first public liquefaction of air by James Dewar, the announcement of the electron by JJ Thomson and over 100 lectures by Michael Faraday. In more recent times, we have had Nobel laureates, Fields medal winners, scientists, authors and artists – all from the cutting-edge of their field. Discourses are an opportunity for the best and brightest to share their work with the world.Steeped in nearly two centuries of tradition, a Discourse is more than just a lecture. The Discourse lasts exactly an hour, and a bell is rung to mark the beginning and end. To keep the focus on the topic, presenters begin sharply at 7:30pm without introduction and we lock the speaker into a room ten minutes ahead of the start (legend has it that a speaker once tried to escape!). Some of our guests and speakers dress smartly for our Discourse events to add to this sense of occasion. Read more about Discourses here: rigb.org/explore-science/explore/blog/history-friday-evening-discourse----The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Preparing for the future: Evolution, AI, and interstellar travel - with David Christian The Royal Institution 2024-06-11 | Can we trust stories about the future? Join historian and bestselling author David Christian as he offers an introduction to the strange world of the future.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThis lecture was recorded at the Ri on 20 November 2023. Every second of our lives - whether we're looking both ways before crossing the street, celebrating the birth of a baby, or moving to a new city - we must cope with an unknowable future by telling stories about what will happen next.What we think we know about it at all scales, from the predictive mechanisms of single-celled organisms and tomato plants to the merging of colossal galaxies billions of years from now. Drawing together science, history and philosophy from a huge range of places and times, David will explore how we prepare for uncertain futures, including the future of human evolution, artificial intelligence, interstellar travel, and more.For all those curious about what the world could look like in the next hundred years and what the solutions to the biggest challenges facing us all could look like, this is an unmissable event.---David Christian is a Professor Emeritus at Macquarie University, where he was formerly a Distinguished Professor of History and the director of the Big History Institute. He cofounded the Big History Project with Bill Gates, his Coursera MOOCs are popular around the world, and he is cocreator of the Macquarie University Big History School.He has delivered keynotes at conferences around the world, including the Davos World Economic Forum, and his TED Talk has been viewed more than twelve million times. He is the author of numerous books and articles, as well as the New York Times bestseller Origin Story.---The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Could the psychedelic effect be all in your head? #science The Royal Institution 2024-06-06 | How does taking a placebo, labelled as a psychedelic drug, affect people? And what implications does this have for the research of psychedelics as treatments?Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Solving the secrets of gravity - with Claudia de Rham The Royal Institution 2024-06-04 | A world-renowned physicist seeks gravity’s true nature, and finds wisdom in embracing its force in her life.Watch the Q&A for this talk here (exclusively for YouTube channel members): youtu.be/7-7ZWJofZwUBuy Claudia's book 'The Beauty of Falling' here: geni.us/AMORTvThis talk was recorded at the Ri on 13 April 2024.Join this channel to get access to perks and support our charitable work:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinClaudia de Rham has been playing with gravity her entire life. As a diver, experimenting with her body’s buoyancy in the Indian Ocean. As a pilot, soaring over Canadian waterfalls on dark mornings before beginning her daily scientific research. As an astronaut candidate, dreaming of the experience of flying free from Earth’s pull. And as a physicist, discovering new sides to gravity’s irresistible personality by exploring the limits of Einstein’s general theory of relativity. Join Claudia as she narrates her captivating experiences, navigating the collapse of her dream of becoming an astronaut to the pursuit of finally uncovering the truths of gravity. The brightest minds in physics, from Newton and Einstein to Stephen Hawking and Roger Penrose, have yet to uncover gravity’s secrets, but their knowledge allowed Claudia to reimagine the theory of massive gravity to finally rid the “ghosts” of gravity – dark energy. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a world leader in theoretical physics, as she unravels the turbulent tales of her success. 00:00 Intro - why can't we feel gravity?4.29 The equivalence principle7.28 The fabric of spacetime11:27 Electromagnetism and gravity16:42 Gravitational waves and Einstein19:54 The fundamental forces of nature28:07 The graviton particle 32:51 How gravity behaves in black holes40:06 Where Einstein's theory of relativity breaks down49:02 How to weaken gravity57:01 What would happen if gravitons had mass?59:06 The importance of gravity---Claudia de Rham is a professor of theoretical physics at Imperial College London, a Simons Emmy Noether Visiting Fellow at the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, and an adjunct professor of physics at Case Western Reserve University. She researches gravity, particle physics, and cosmology, in pursuit of a more fundamental description of the nature of our universe. De Rham is a 2020 Simons Investigator in Physics, a 2020 Blavatnik Laureate in Physical Sciences and Engineering, and winner of the 2018 Adams Prize for contributions to Mathematics (previous winners include Stephen Hawking and James Clerk Maxwell). She and her research have been featured in the Guardian, Los Angeles Times, Quanta, and BBC’s “The Naked Scientists,” among other outlets, and she appeared in “Through the Wormhole,” a science documentary series hosted by Morgan Freeman.---The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Become a Royal Institution YouTube member The Royal Institution 2024-05-31 | Want even more science from us? By signing up for a YouTube channel membership, you'll be helping us continue to produce and share our videos.Join here:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinFor just £2.99 a month you'll get an early, ad-free access to our videos, and exclusive access to lecture Q&As. We're an independent UK charity, and by signing up to support us, you'll help us to bringyou more content from the world's best scientist, as well as supporting our charitable work in the UK. Find out more about us here: rigb.orgThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletter
A life of the mind - with Daniel Dennett The Royal Institution 2024-05-28 | Join the late, renowned philosopher and cognitive scientist Daniel C Dennett on a captivating journey of intellectual exploration through his own life.Sign up as a member to watch the Q&A here: youtu.be/nYm1VKDpxioBuy Daniel's book here: geni.us/K3JaThis lecture was recorded on 3 October 2023 at the Ri.We had some difficulties with the internet connection at the beginning of this video, but it improves after that, so keep watching!00:00 Introduction2:30 The importance of making mistakes7:30 Tools of the mind11:20 How can you get the right knowledge?14:24 Douglas Hofstadter and Joosting19:46 Richard Dawkins and memes22:57 Ruth Millikan and language24:20 Giulio Tononi and the IIT controversy31:50 Descartes’ mistakes35:50 Daniel’s biggest mistake40:43 Helping philosophers and scientists to imagine43:07 Julian Jaynes, consciousness and dualism48:22 More iconoclasts of philosophy52:46 Karl Pribram and James GibsonFrom his formative years in Beirut to his academic pursuits at Harvard, and from the vibrant jazz clubs of Paris to his introspective musings on his tractor in Maine, discover the stories behind some of his most influential books, such as 'Consciousness Explained' and 'Darwin's Dangerous Idea'. Whose contents have reshaped our understanding of the mind, consciousness and the nature of the human experience.Explore Daniel's insight into thinking, as he contends that true thinking is arduous and uncertain. The pursuit of philosophical ideas is often accompanied by confusion, frustration, and self-doubt. It is through these challenging moments of error that we occasionally discover the path to profound insights.So join us for a unique opportunity to see one of the last talks by one of the greatest philosophers of our time and come on an exhilarating journey of the mind, leaving with new insight into the path to intellectual growth.---Daniel Clement Dennett was an American philosopher, writer, and cognitive scientist whose research centred on the philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, and philosophy of biology, particularly as those fields relate to evolutionary biology and cognitive science.---Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Space oddities - with Harry Cliff The Royal Institution 2024-05-21 | Join University of Cambridge and CERN physicist Harry Cliff as he explores the cosmic anomalies currently perplexing scientists.Watch the Q&A here (exclusively for YouTube members): youtu.be/Xf8ZFjgN2JoBuy Harry's book here: geni.us/5hGEtIThis Discourse was recorded at the Ri on 27 March 2024.From particles of astonishing energies erupting from the depths beneath the Antarctic ice to enigmatic forces subtly tugging at the fundamental building blocks of matter, the universe offers us an ever-growing compendium of cosmic riddles. Notably, stars are hurtling away from us at velocities that challenge the boundaries of explanation, leaving scientists astounded by the inexplicable.Harry will guide us on a journey that spans continents, introducing us to the brilliant minds who have dedicated their careers and reputations to unraveling the mysteries shrouding these cosmic anomalies. Are these cosmic quirks flukes of nature, or do they allude to the hidden parts of the universe we have yet to discover?Through Harry’s trademark wit and wonder, he opens the door to the tantalizing possibility of untold cosmic realms waiting to be discovered.---If you'd like to watch this video without any ads, and support our charitable mission at the same time, you can do that here by becoming a YouTube channel member for just £2.99 a month: youtube.com/watch?v=UIOhMs0DvFk You'll also get ad-free previews of all our videos, along with exclusive access to scientist Q&As.---Harry Cliff is a particle physicist at the University of Cambridge working on the LHCb experiment, a huge particle detector buried 100 metres underground at CERN near Geneva. He is a member of an international team of around 1400 physicists, engineers and computer scientists who are using LHCb to study the basic building blocks of our universe, in search of answers to some of the biggest questions in modern physics. His first popular science book, How To Make An Apple Pie From Scratch, was published in August 2021. From 2012 to 2018 he held a joint post between Cambridge and the Science Museum in London, where he curated two major exhibitions: Collider (2013) and The Sun (2018). He has given a large number of public talks, including at TED and the Royal Institution, and made numerous appearances on television, radio and podcasts.---Discourses are one of the Ri’s oldest and most prestigious series of talks. Since 1825, audiences in the theatre have witnessed countless mind-expanding moments, including the first public liquefaction of air by James Dewar, the announcement of the electron by JJ Thomson and over 100 lectures by Michael Faraday. In more recent times, we have had Nobel laureates, Fields medal winners, scientists, authors and artists – all from the cutting-edge of their field. Discourses are an opportunity for the best and brightest to share their work with the world.Steeped in nearly two centuries of tradition, a Discourse is more than just a lecture. The Discourse lasts exactly an hour, and a bell is rung to mark the beginning and end. To keep the focus on the topic, presenters begin sharply at 7:30pm without introduction and we lock the speaker into a room ten minutes ahead of the start (legend has it that a speaker once tried to escape!). Some of our guests and speakers dress smartly for our Discourse events to add to this sense of occasion. Read more about Discourses here: rigb.org/explore-science/explore/blog/history-friday-evening-discourse----The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Discovering a new ecosystem under the ocean #science The Royal Institution 2024-05-15 | Deep on the floor of the ocean, scientists discovered a whole new ecosystem around a vent.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The evolution of free will - with Kevin Mitchell The Royal Institution 2024-05-14 | Do we have free will? And how does brain activity prove or deny this? Join leading neuroscientist Kevin Mitchell as he argues that we are not mere machines responding to physical forces but agents acting with purpose.Watch the Q&A here (exclusively for channel members): youtu.be/HGz-3jxs0Y8Buy Kevin's book here: geni.us/dkj9Traversing billions of years of evolution, Kevin tells the remarkable story of how living beings capable of choice arose from lifeless matter. He explains how the emergence of nervous systems provided a means to learn about the world, granting sentient animals the capacity to model, predict, and simulate. Discover how these faculties reached their peak in humans with our abilities to imagine and to be introspective, to reason in the moment, and to shape our possible futures through the exercise of our individual agency. Kevin’s argument has important implications-for how we understand decision making, for how our individual agency can be enhanced or infringed, for how we think about collective agency in the face of global crises, and for how we consider the limitations and future of artificial intelligence. ---Kevin Mitchell is an Associate Professor in the Smurfit Institute of Genetics in Trinity College Dublin and a member of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience. He is a graduate of the Genetics Department, Trinity College Dublin (B.A., Mod. 1991) and received his Ph.D. from the University of California at Berkeley (1997), where he studied neural development with Prof. Corey Goodman. He did postdoctoral research with Prof. Marc Tessier-Lavigne and Prof. Bill Skarnes at the University of California, San Francisco and Stanford University, using molecular genetics to study neural development in the mouse. Since 2002 he has been on the faculty at Trinity College Dublin. He has also been an EMBO Young Investigator and was elected to Fellowship of Trinity College in 2009.---The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The science inside lithium-ion batteries - with the Faraday Institution The Royal Institution 2024-05-10 | How do Li-ion batteries store and release energy? Discover their inner workings from Professor Louis Piper - researcher at WMG, University of Warwick, and a Principal Investigator at the Faraday Institution.The Faraday Institution is the UK’s independent institute for electrochemical energy storage research, skills development, market analysis, and early-stage commercialisation. Bringing together expertise from universities and industry, the Faraday Institution endeavours to make the UK the go-to place for the research and development of new electrical storage technologies for both the automotive and wider relevant sectors.Find out more here: faraday.ac.ukJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The science of mental health - with Camilla Nord The Royal Institution 2024-05-07 | How does the body affect our brain, and vice versa? Can exercise, psychedelics, or the gut biome improve your mental health? Find out with neuroscientist Camilla Nord.Watch the Q&A here (exclusively for our YouTube channel members): youtu.be/OP6_xnzIhuIBuy Camilla's book 'The Balanced Brain: The Science of Mental Health' here: geni.us/tBErOVEThis talk was recorded at the Ri on 4 March 2024.In this talk, Camilla reframes mental health as an intricate, automated process that is different for all of us, relying on the way our bodily processes and our expectations of the world interact in our brains. She explains how our brain uses dopamine to learn what to expect, and how that can change the way we feel day to day. She looks at a variety of treatments, from therapy and medication to recreational drugs and electrical brain stimulation, to show how they work - and why they sometimes don't. 00:00 What is mental health?7:03 Dopamine, the brain’s learning system and expectations16:00 The link between our bodies and brains24:42 How do anti-depressants and therapy work?30:43 Psychedelics and the placebo effect33:01 Bodily treatments for mental health33:25 Anti-inflammatory drugs for depression34:36 Is exercise a panacea for treating mental health?37:16 The role of the gut microbiome39:06 Are we in a mental health crisis?---Camilla Nord leads the Mental Health Neuroscience Lab at the University of Cambridge. Her lab explores the brain, body, and cognitive changes that drive mental health and disorder. Her lab’s s aim is to translate insights from neuroscience into improved treatments for mental health conditions, whether that’s by making better use of our current treatment arsenal by targeting treatments to personalised brain or cognitive profiles, or inventing novel, neuroscience-based treatments that might be better able to treat disabling symptoms of mental health conditions.Camilla was named a Rising Star by the US Association for Psychological Science, received the Young Scientist Award from the European Society of Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, and has been awarded over £14 million in research funding, including from Wellcome and the Medical Research Council (MRC). Her work has been widely featured in the media, including in the Sunday Times, BBC’s The Naked Scientist, and the New Statesman. Her first book, The Balanced Brain (Allen Lane) was named one of the FT’s ‘Best books of the year’ in 2023.---The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The most surprising discoveries from our universe – with Chris Lintott The Royal Institution 2024-04-30 | Did you know that many profound discoveries about our universe have been made accidentally? Find out more with Chris Lintott.Buy Chris' book 'Our Accidental Universe: Stories of Discovery from Asteroids to Aliens' here: geni.us/IEBBkkYWatch the Q&A here: youtu.be/zKlv8zeBCnUJoin BBC Sky at Night presenter and Gresham Professor of Astronomy Chris Lintott as he unravels tales of peculiar accidents, remarkable individuals, and the occasional human oversight that have collectively shaped some of the most pivotal celestial revelations.This lecture was recorded at the Ri on 21 March 2024.00:00 Intro – our accidental universe4:08 The incredible discovery made on Saturn’s moon Enceladus13:27 Searching for life across the cosmos19:16 Radio signals from across the universe?29:06 Detecting possible structures around planets39:51 Planetary ingestion – planets eating stars45:11 Why conditions on Venus are so different from Earth50:40 How NASA fixed the Hubble telescope in space54:38 What Hubble discovered by accidentWhen capturing the first glimpses of the earliest galaxies, the Hubble Space Telescope was focused on a region of space presumed to be vacant. However, the image it produced was anything but – the iconic Hubble Ultra-Deep Field image revealed at least 10,000 galaxies. Another astonishingly accidental discovery was the hidden story of Enceladus, one of Saturn’s myriad moons. Very little was known about Enceladus until NASA’s Cassini probe revealed its environment in more detail, including its capabilities as a potential haven for life. The narrative continues with the revelation of pulsars, the remnants of colossal stars long extinguished. They were not uncovered through meticulous observation but rather as hidden gems within the unassuming data, disguised as background noise in the measurements of faint celestial radio signals.As new observatories and state-of-the-art technology continue to develop, Chris calls for scientists to keep an open mind as the potential for discovery grows, allowing us to unravel the mysteries of the universe. ----Christopher John Lintott is a British astrophysicist, author and broadcaster. He is a Professor of Astrophysics in the Department of Physics at the University of Oxford, and since 2023 is the Gresham Professor of Astronomy at Gresham College, London. Lintott is involved in a number of popular science projects aimed at bringing astronomy to a wider audience and is also the primary presenter of the BBC television series The Sky at Night.----The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The neuroscience of memory - Ri Science Podcast with Charan Ranganath The Royal Institution 2024-04-24 | Why is it that we can vividly remember a particular smell from years ago, but can’t remember where we put our keys a mere few hours prior? This month, we’re joined by renowned neuroscientist and author Dr Charan Ranganath to discuss how and why we remember. Charan is a Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology, and Director of the Dynamic Memory Lab at UC Davis, and has recently released his first book ‘Why We Remember’. Charan takes us on a journey through our own minds, and a forward look at the future of memory research. Ri Science Podcast episodes are released on the last Wednesday of every month. This podcast was recorded in February 2024.Producer: Lia Hale Assistant producer: Freddie Rodgers Interviewer: Lisa Derry Music: Joseph Sandy 0:00 Introduction 0:40 Journey into memory research 2:27 How does memory work? 4:09 Episodic vs Semantic memory 7:00 Mental time travel 8:49 Memory retrieval cues 10:20 Memory misconceptions 13:14 Neuroscience through the years 15:08 Memory loss in disease 19:00 How AI will impact our memory 21:04 Memory and creativity 26:16 The secret to remembering 29:50 Substances that inhibit our memory 33:33 One key takeaway Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The dark history of genetics - with Adam Rutherford (2023 HBS Haldane Lecture) The Royal Institution 2024-04-23 | Genetics is a subject with a long past, and some of our greatest geneticists have had some troubling beliefs.Join this channel to watch the Q&A for this lecture: youtu.be/HM50DQsfV7QBuy Adam's book 'Control: The Dark History and Troubling Present of Eugenics' here: geni.us/OrlwiUFThis lecture was recorded at the Ri on 11 October 2023.Join the 2023 JBS Haldane Lecturer Adam Rutherford as he explores how, as we continue to use and celebrate the advances of our intellectual predecessors, we frequently fail to acknowledge the toxic political views that informed their work.Even today, scientists are not exempt from their culture, and science is always political. In this talk Adam will explore the work, views and legacies of some of our heroes, including Karl Pearson, Ronald Fisher and yes, JBS Haldane.The JBS Haldane Lecture recognises an individual for outstanding ability to communicate topical subjects in genetics research, widely interpreted, to an interested lay audience. This speaker will have a flair for conveying the relevance and excitement of recent advances in genetics in an informative and engaging way. Find out more here: genetics.org.uk/medals-and-prizes/genetics-society-medals-and-lectures/jbs-haldane-lecture---Dr Adam Rutherford is a science writer and broadcaster. He studied genetics at University College London, and during his PhD on the developing eye, he was part of a team that identified the first genetic cause of a form of childhood blindness.He has written and presented many award-winning series and programmes for the BBC, including the flagship weekly Radio 4 programme 'Inside Science' and 'The curious cases of Rutherford & Fry' with Dr Hannah Fry.He is the author 'Creation', which was shortlisted for the Wellcome Trust Prize, 'A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived', 'The Book of Humans' the Sunday Times bestselling 'How to Argue with a Racist' and the co-author of 'Rutherford and Fry's Complete Guide to Absolutely Everything (Abridged)'.Adam's latest book, 'Control: The Dark History and Troubling Present of Eugenics' is available from Amazon here: geni.us/OrlwiUF---The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Ask physicist Carlo Rovelli - black holes, white holes, and more The Royal Institution 2024-04-22 | Join renowned physicist Carlo Rovelli as he answers your questions.00:13 What one question would you ask an all-knowing super computer?00:56 Inter-dimensional interaction in white holes and black holes03:26 Can a white hole really exist?06:55 Does the Universe have zeros and infinities?08:52 Is time actually unidirectional?Join this channel to get early access to all our videos:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeCarlo Rovelli is an Italian theoretical physicist, philosopher and writer who has worked in Italy, the United States and, since 2000, in France. His research is focused mainly in the field of quantum gravity and is a founder of loop quantum gravity theory. Carlo is currently head of the quantum group at the Centre de Physique Theorique at Aix-Marseille University, a Distinguished Visiting Research Chair at the Perimeter Institute, and core member of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy of Western University. As a writer, Carlo became a household name after the success of his books ‘Seven Brief Lessons on Physics’ and ‘Reality is Not What It Seems’.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
THANK YOU for 1.5 million subscribers! The Royal Institution 2024-04-19 | How do we celebrate reaching 1.5 million YouTube subscribers? With explosions, of course!Thanks to everyone who has subscribed! Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeMusic: Hit Me, by Sonic BrandingThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The latest developments in fusion energy - with the UKAEA The Royal Institution 2024-04-16 | Hear about the latest research in the leading-edge field of fusion energy.Join this channel to get access to the Q&A here: youtu.be/CHWv2AEwUHYSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibe00:00 Introduction to fusion energy04:27 The latest research from the Joint European Torus (JET)19:45 The International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) Organisation39:48 Inertial fusion energy at the National Ignition Facility (NIF)This talk was recorded at the Ri on 2 February 2024, in partnership with the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA).Fernanda Rimini, a trailblazer from the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), offers a glimpse into the inner workings of the Joint European Torus (JET), the world's most advanced magnetic confinement fusion experiment. Fernanda illuminates the remarkable strides made in plasma physics and fusion energy generation.Pietro Barabschi, the Director of the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) Organisation, takes you on a journey through the heart of this monumental international fusion project, and considers the scientific challenges that come with replicating the fusion processes of our sun here on Earth.Tammy Ma, a plasma physicist from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), unveils the astounding ongoing experiments at the National Ignition Facility (NIF) which are bringing us closer to the dream of virtually limitless, clean energy.The talk was compered by Melanie Windridge from Fusion Energy Insights.If you liked this talk, check out our other lectures on fusion energy:- Could nuclear fusion energy power the future? youtube.com/watch?v=zYjiNj9E4h8- The need for fusion youtube.com/watch?v=S_XZ-nh_Be4&t=4sThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Why humans are now in the third age of eating #ultraprocessedfood The Royal Institution 2024-04-14 | Dr Chris Van Tulleken talks about why we're currently in the third age of eating as humans -and where ultra processed food comes in.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
What is life and how does it work? - with Philip Ball The Royal Institution 2024-04-09 | Discover a leading-edge new vision of biology that will revise our concept of what life itself is, and how to enhance it.Sign up as a member to watch the Q&A for this talk, and get early ad-free access to all our talks: youtu.be/CEoJ88W4aXQBuy Philip's book here: geni.us/HWnEn8V00:00 Intro - what is the secret of life?04:09 Is the human genome a blueprint or a musical score?7:58 Crick's central dogma of biology12:03 What scientists got wrong about genes and proteins18:50 Why evolution chose disordered proteins22:27 The process of gene regulation27:03 Why life doesn't work like clockwork30:29 The growth of intestinal villi32:18 Why do we have five fingers?34:55 Causal emergence38:09 Do all parts of us have their own agency?42:46 How does this affect genetic approaches to medicine?48:09 Why do organisms exist at all?Philip Ball explores the new biology, revealing life to be a far richer, more ingenious affair than we had guessed. There is no unique place to look for an answer to this question: life is a system of many levels—genes, proteins, cells, tissues, and body modules such as the immune system and the nervous system—each with its own rules and principles.In this talk, discover why some researchers believe that, thanks to incredible scientific advancements, we will be able to regenerate limbs and organs, and perhaps even create new life forms that evolution has never imagined.Philip Ball is a freelance writer and broadcaster, and was an editor at Nature for more than twenty years. He writes regularly in the scientific and popular media and has written many books on the interactions of the sciences, the arts, and wider culture, including 'H2O: A Biography of Water', 'Bright Earth: The Invention of Colour', 'The Music Instinct', and 'Curiosity: How Science Became Interested in Everything'.Philip's book 'Critical Mass' won the 2005 Aventis Prize for Science Books. He is also a presenter of Science Stories, the BBC Radio 4 series on the history of science. He trained as a chemist at the University of Oxford and as a physicist at the University of Bristol. He is the author of 'The Modern Myths' and lives in London.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Did Coca Cola Invent The Calories In, Calories Out Concept? The Royal Institution 2024-04-04 | Doctor Chris Van Tulleken explains why we should be sceptical about the phrase 'exercise is medicine'.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Unleashing the power of satellites - with the National Physical Laboratory The Royal Institution 2024-04-02 | Discover how satellite observations are helping us understand and respond to the challenges of climate change.This lecture is currently an ad-free member exclusive. It will be released to the public on Tuesday 2 April at 5.30pm BST.This lecture was recorded on 16 January 2024 at the Royal Institution, in partnership with the National Physical Laboratory (NPL). Find out more about NPL here: npl.co.ukJoin this channel to get access to the Q&A here: youtube.com/watch?v=o78jqPViLMkSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThese satellite observations, when supported by rigorous metrological (measurement science) approaches, can provide the essential information for society to monitor progress on the way to Net Zero, and to understand how the climate is changing in response to human actions. We will look at how best to interpret findings and apply them over short, medium and long term scenarios.From this, we will introduce TRUTHS, a climate-focused satellite mission led by the UK Space Agency with international partners and delivered by the European Space Agency. This mission will make a ten-fold improvement in how we can observe and quantify climate change through its own direct measurements of the sun’s energy and provide a ‘gold standard’ reference data set that can be used to calibrate other satellites.Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about British science at the cutting-edge of understanding climate change.Prof Nigel Fox is an NPL Fellow in Optical Radiometry and Earth Observation. Nigel joined NPL from University College London in 1981 with a BSc in Astronomy and Physics. Nigel is Lead Investigator (LI) of TRUTHS, a climate focussed satellite mission, a concept he has been working on since the 1990s and now being implemented by ESA. Also while at NPL he pioneered work in metrology for satellite Earth observation, taking NPL out from laboratory-based calibrations into broader applications. He has chaired the infrared and visible optical sensors subgroup (IVOS: of the Working Group on Calibration and Validation (WGCV) of the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites (CEOS) (the international coordinating body of space agencies) – through which he pioneered bringing metrological principles into satellite Earth observation, and helped establish the “Quality Assurance Framework for Earth Observation” (QA4EO) which has been endorsed by Space Agencies internationally.Dr Emma Woolliams graduated from Imperial College London in 1998 and has worked at the National Physical Laboratory since then. Her PhD was on the establishment of the UK’s primary spectral irradiance scale. In her early career, she worked as a laboratory metrologist specialising in radiometry and thermometry, and conducting international comparisons to ensure SI consistency. This naturally led to work on radiometric satellite sensors - first for pre-flight calibrations, then for ways of calibrating satellites in orbit. She was the lead metrologist on several projects that, for the first time, established rigorous methods for determining and validating uncertainties in satellite sensors post-launch. Having established a successful team of scientists who focus on applying metrology approaches to a wide range of radiometric sensors, Emma has now switched her focus to radar satellites. Emma Woolliams is also chair of the European Metrology Network for Climate and Ocean Observation.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Ri on AI: The healthcare revolution – Ri Science Podcast with Dr James Kinross The Royal Institution 2024-03-27 | In the second episode of this miniseries, we’re exploring how AI is impacting different areas of scientific research, and in this episode we discuss the applications of AI in healthcare.Lisa Derry is joined by Dr James Kinross, a colorectal surgeon and medical researcher at Imperial College London, to discuss everything from the impact of AI on medical publishing to robotic surgery.This podcast was recorded at the Ri on 17 January 2024.Ri Science Podcast episodes are released on the last Wednesday of every month. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to be notified as soon as the next episode is released!Please leave this episode a rating and a review to let us know what you think, and to help other people discover the podcast.Ri on AI episode 1: youtu.be/lxgaILSZEbU?si=T3INFIFJy9Zkx1wZ Get tickets for upcoming talks and livestreams: rigb.org/whats-on 0:00 – Introduction2:16 – Healthcare as a use case for AI4:00 – Tackling the infodemic crisis6:59 – The future of INDICATE10:53 – How AI will transform medical publishing15:38 – Advancing scientific discovery with AI19:22 – The future of the operating room22:23 – Mixed reality in surgery26:06 – Impacts on the future workforce30:12 – Ethical concerns35:10 – Will AI improve healthcare?39:30 - ConclusionLead producer: Lia HaleAssistant producer: Freddie RodgersInterviewer: Lisa DerryMusic: Joseph SandyJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Explosive chemistry - with Andrew Szydlo The Royal Institution 2024-03-26 | Discover the evolution of explosive chemical experiments, with the maestro of chemistry Andrew Szydlo.Sign up as a YouTube Channel Member to watch the Q&A here: youtu.be/XCeDrmFgrewThis Discourse was recorded at the Ri on 29 February 2024.Go on a journey with Andrew's dazzling demonstrations and experiments, interspersed with anecdotes from his life to show a glimpse behind the curtain of this enigmatic man. --Safety disclaimer: Andrew Szydlo is an expert, trained chemist who has performed these experiments hundreds of times. He has chosen them carefully to fit the Ri Theatre, and has assessed all risks in advance. Please do not try these experiments at home!--You'll find out more about Andrew's past exploits, including:1. A daring and "strictly banned" experiment involving the explosive mixture of sodium hypophosphite and potassium chlorate at Latymer Upper School in 1966, resulting in a resounding detonation that reverberated through the entire building. The experiment aims to illustrate the stark contrast between this forbidden concoction and conventional black powder.2. An unforgettable escapade in 1982, when he tossed sizable lumps of sodium down a drain in Exeter, later transformed into a demonstrative experiment involving the controlled use of sodium pieces submerged in a water-filled Perspex tube.3. A spectacular chemistry lecture at Cambridge University in 2012, where a tennis ball fired from a mortar blasted a hole through the ceiling of the Myers Squibb Lecture theatre. This momentous event was part of a lecture titled "Fireworks and Waterworks."4. A thrilling endeavour in 1981, when a mixture of acetylene and oxygen was detonated in a school playing field using a dustbin liner. The shockwave caused the windows of a nearby boarding house to shake, prompting the housemaster to investigate the aftermath, only to find a gaping crater.5. A run-in with the authorities in Epping Forest in 1980, stemming from the conduct of oversized chemical conflagrations involving butane gas canisters, weedkiller, and sugar. This incident led to the development of a fascinating experiment that demonstrates the ignition of a mixture of icing sugar and potassium chlorate using a drop of concentrated sulphuric acid.6. A shift in the trajectory of his demonstrations in 1990, when the headmaster of Highgate School banned explosive chemical displays. Inspired by a passionate pupil, Ian Cohen, who had an affinity for magic, Dr. Szydlo transitioned his explosive talks into "Flower Power" magic shows, delivering the same excitement on a grander scale.----Andrew Szydlo is a chemist and secondary school teacher at Highgate School, well-loved by pupils and Ri attendees alike. He has given public lectures around the country, been featured on TV shows and has become a popular part of the Ri's YouTube channel in recent years, where his videos have over 16 million views in total.During the past 40 years he has given over 500 talks, in addition to teaching chemistry full-time at Highgate School in London. Today he is still based at Highgate School, delivering chemistry lectures to local schools.The Royal Society of Chemistry included Andrew as one of their 175 Faces of Chemistry.---Discourses are one of the Ri’s oldest and most prestigious series of talks. Since 1825, audiences in the theatre have witnessed countless mind-expanding moments, including the first public liquefaction of air by James Dewar, the announcement of the electron by JJ Thomson and over 100 lectures by Michael Faraday. In more recent times, we have had Nobel laureates, Fields medal winners, scientists, authors and artists – all from the cutting-edge of their field. Discourses are an opportunity for the best and brightest to share their work with the world.Steeped in nearly two centuries of tradition, a Discourse is more than just a lecture. The Discourse lasts exactly an hour, and a bell is rung to mark the beginning and end. To keep the focus on the topic, presenters begin sharply at 7:30pm without introduction and we lock the speaker into a room ten minutes ahead of the start (legend has it that a speaker once tried to escape!). Some of our guests and speakers dress smartly for our Discourse events to add to this sense of occasion. Read more about Discourses here: rigb.org/explore-science/explore/blog/history-friday-evening-discourse----The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletter
Where does the word electricity come from? #science The Royal Institution 2024-03-24 | Why do we call electrons and electricity by their names? Find out the etymology of electricity in this clip from a talk by David Ricketts.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
A history of Islam and science - with Timothy Winter The Royal Institution 2024-03-19 | Explore the rich history intertwining Islam and Science, with the esteemed scholar and University of Cambridge lecturer Tim Winter (Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad). Sign up as a YouTube member to watch the Q&A for this lecture: youtu.be/7WCvXQA8HW4Subscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThis lecture was recorded at the Ri on 27 November 2023.---In this enlightening lecture, we delve into the profound contributions made by Muslim scholars to the realms of science, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and philosophy throughout the centuries.Travel back in time to a Golden Age of Islamic civilisation, when knowledge flourished, and scholars pushed the boundaries of human understanding. Discover the ground-breaking discoveries of luminaries such as Ibn al-Haytham, Al-Khwarizmi, and Ibn Sina, whose works helped to lay the foundation for modern scientific thought.With meticulous detail and deep reverence, Winter illuminates the intricate connections between Islamic principles and the pursuit of scientific knowledge. Gain a deeper appreciation for the Islamic worldview that fostered an environment of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and empirical investigation.The lecture also presents a Muslim reflection on the current global threats posed by the irresponsible use of science and technology in areas including climate change, artificial intelligence, and genetic manipulation. What does Islamic theology have to contribute to these urgent contemporary debates?Join us for this captivating lecture as we walk through the corridors of history, highlighting the often-overlooked but profound contributions of Islamic scholars to the scientific landscape. Prepare to be challenged by the unusual but dynamic relationship between Islam and science and its enduring relevance to today's world.---Timothy Winter (Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad) is an English academic, theologian and Islamic scholar who is a proponent of Islamic neo-traditionalism. His work includes publications on Islamic theology, modernity, and Anglo-Muslim relations, and he has translated several Islamic texts.He is the Founder and Dean of the Cambridge Muslim College, Aziz Foundation Professor of Islamic Studies at both Cambridge Muslim College and Ebrahim College, Director of Studies (Theology and Religious Studies) at Wolfson College and the Shaykh Zayed Lecturer of Islamic Studies in the Faculty of Divinity at University of Cambridge.----The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Are self-driving cars truly ready for the road? #science The Royal Institution 2024-03-15 | Are self-driving vehicles ready for the public to use yet? Find out why one scientist thinks we need more time.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeCatholijn Jonker is full professor of Interactive Intelligence at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science of the Delft University of Technology. Catholijn studied computer science and did her PhD studies at Utrecht University. Catholijn served as the president of the Dutch Network of Women Professors (LNVH) from 2013 to 2016.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Why should we care about space science? - with Anu Ojha The Royal Institution 2024-03-12 | What's the past, present and future of space science? And why should we invest in it?Watch the Q&A (exclusively for YouTube Channel Members) here: youtu.be/RODMIWta6rYSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThis lecture was recorded at the Ri on 20 January 2024, in collaboration with the UK Space Agency.In this talk, Professor Anu Ojha OBE from the UK Space Agency explores the discoveries made through applications of space science, climate change and engineering and how they have changed humanity's perspectives of our position in the universe, and ask what difference space, science and technology have made to our everyday lives. Has it been worth all the money spent when facing so many challenges here on Earth? What science was British astronaut Tim Peake doing on the International Space Station (ISS) during his six-month mission there from 2015 to 2016? And will Mars ever be a home for the human race?Join this channel to get early, ad-free previews of our videos, and exclusive access to Q&As:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/join---00:00 Space – so what?4:38 A demonstration of how rocket propulsion works11:27 The largest rockets used in space14:20 The three types of space science15:13 Astronomy – the Hubble and JWST18:41 Space exploration28:33 How to keep humans alive in space35:13 Looking at an astronaut’s pressure suit38:29 Exploration with robotic systems41:54 Using thermal infrared cameras to look at Earth46:54 How space affects our lives50:27 What’s the future of space science?53:21 The challenges of orbital collisions and space debris56:09 Space is becoming more competitive57:44 The story of Mars1:04:15 Why space science matters 1:07:15 The international future of space exploration----Anu Ojha OBE is the Director of Championing Space at the UK Space Agency, responsible for overseeing the Agency’s inspiration and outreach activities, its international relationships and ESA policy teams, and leading on how we engage with audiences on the growing importance of space.Anu has worked in roles within a range of space and science organisations, including as a Director of the UK National Space Centre, a member of STFC Council and a member of the European Space Agency Human Spaceflight and Exploration Science Advisory Committee (HESAC). Anu previously led the UK National Space Academy which, since its launch in 2008, has trained more than 6,000 UK teachers, with more than 65,000 secondary, further education and international University students participating in its masterclasses across the UK and Europe and in China, the UAE and South Africa. He also teaches at undergraduate and postgraduate level in the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Leicester.Anu was Principal Investigator for the Astro Academy Principia educational experiment programme conducted by Tim Peake aboard the International Space Station in 2016. He has worked with ESA as part of the team developing the high-level science strategy which underpins the agency’s ambitions for human and robotic exploration of the Moon and Mars over the next two decades and has also supported the Rosetta, Mars Express and SOHO missions. Prior to his space career, Anu was a Physics teacher, Assistant Headteacher at the largest school in England and National Lead Practitioner (Physics) for the UK Specialist Schools and Academies Trust. A lifelong lover of aviation, he is a current skydiver with nearly 1500 jumps and was involved as a skydiving and science analyst for Felix Baumgartner’s Red Bull Stratos stratospheric jump programme.----The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
How and why do we measure time? - with Leon Lobo The Royal Institution 2024-03-08 | Why do we need to coordinate the way we measure time? And how do atomic clocks work? Find out with Leon Lobo, Head of the National Timing Centre (NTC) programme at the National Physical Laboratory. This video is part of our celebration of British Science Week 2024, which this year has the theme of 'time'. Find out more at britishscienceweek.orgJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeA chartered engineer, with a PhD in high power laser material processing, Dr Lobo joined NPL in 2011 as Group Leader for the Time & Frequency group, working with the team managing the UK’s time scale and developing quantum frequency standards. He led the team developing NPLTime®, NPL’s certified fibre-delivered time dissemination solution to the City of London for high frequency trading systems and regulatory compliance. The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
225 years of the Royal Institution The Royal Institution 2024-03-08 | Happy birthday to us! It's been 225 years since we were founded, in a meeting at the Soho Square house of the President of the Royal Society of London, Joseph Banks, on 7 March 1799.Here's to the next 225 years of being an inclusive home for science where everyone is welcome!Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
How the brain shapes reality - with Andy Clark The Royal Institution 2024-03-05 | Join philosopher and cognitive scientist Andy Clark as he challenges our conventional understanding of the mind's interaction with the world. Watch the Q&A for this talk (exclusively for our channel members) here: youtu.be/FRFD5Eq9vAsBuy Andy's book here: geni.us/cxB87This Discourse was recorded at the Ri on 26 January 2024.---This innovative concept suggests that the brain operates as a dynamic prediction engine, continually shaping our perception of our bodies and the surrounding environment. Through a complex interplay of sensory data and expectations, the brain orchestrates every facet of human experience, from the everyday to the extraordinary.In this thought-provoking Discourse, Andy will guide us through the inner workings of the predictive brain, exposing its profound implications for our well-being, mental health, and society. For instance, chronic pain and mental disorders often result from subtle disruptions in our unconscious predictions, offering promising avenues for more precise and effective treatments. As we scrutinise the boundaries between ourselves and the external world, we'll uncover the intricate connections between our environments, memories, thoughts, and emotions. This journey reveals perception as a carefully controlled form of 'controlled hallucination.'Join us as we delve into the extraordinary explanatory power of the predictive brain. Discover how it revolutionizes our comprehension of perception and reality, all without resorting to hyperbolic language or clichés.---Andy Clark is a Professor of Cognitive Philosophy at the University of Sussex. His interests include artificial intelligence, embodied and extended cognition, robotics, and computational neuroscience. From 2017-2021 he was PI on a European Research Council Advanced Grant: Expecting Ourselves: Embodied Prediction and the Construction of Conscious Experience. He is PI on an ERC Synergy Grant, XScape and Material Minds: Exploring the Interactions between Predictive Brains, Cultural Artifacts, and Embodied Visual Search.---Discourses are one of the Ri’s oldest and most prestigious series of talks. Since 1825, audiences in the theatre have witnessed countless mind-expanding moments, including the first public liquefaction of air by James Dewar, the announcement of the electron by JJ Thomson and over 100 lectures by Michael Faraday. In more recent times, we have had Nobel laureates, Fields medal winners, scientists, authors and artists – all from the cutting-edge of their field. Discourses are an opportunity for the best and brightest to share their work with the world.Steeped in nearly two centuries of tradition, a Discourse is more than just a lecture. The Discourse lasts exactly an hour, and a bell is rung to mark the beginning and end. To keep the focus on the topic, presenters begin sharply at 7:30pm without introduction and we lock the speaker into a room ten minutes ahead of the start (legend has it that a speaker once tried to escape!). Some of our guests and speakers dress smartly for our Discourse events to add to this sense of occasion. Read more about Discourses here: rigb.org/explore-science/explore/blog/history-friday-evening-discourseThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
What Interstellar got wrong about black holes #science The Royal Institution 2024-03-03 | Was Interstellar a boring film? Let us know in the comments!If you liked this, it's from a talk Q&A which is exclusive to our YouTube channel members. Sign up here to get access to more:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Interoception: the new science of mental health - with Camilla Nord The Royal Institution 2024-03-01 | How do our bodily processes affect our mental health?Join neuroscientist Dr Camilla Nord as she explores how our metabolic systems can affect the way we think and feel. Accompanied by Dr Hugo Fleming and James Downs, they explore how interoception can be studied in experimental research and applied in daily life. Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeCamilla Nord leads the Mental Health Neuroscience Lab at the University of Cambridge. Her lab explores the brain, body, and cognitive changes that drive mental health and disorder. Her lab’s aim is to translate insights from neuroscience into improved treatments for mental health conditions, whether that’s by making better use of our current treatment arsenal by targeting treatments to personalised brain or cognitive profiles, or inventing novel, neuroscience-based treatments that might be better able to treat disabling symptoms of mental health conditions.Camilla was named a Rising Star by the US Association for Psychological Science, received the Young Scientist Award from the European Society of Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, and has been awarded over £14 million in research funding, including from Wellcome and the Medical Research Council (MRC). Her work has been widely featured in the media, including in the Sunday Times, BBC’s The Naked Scientist, and the New Statesman. Her first book, The Balanced Brain (Allen Lane) was named one of the FT’s ‘Best books of the year’ in 2023.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Geometry in Everyday Life - with the London Institute of Mathematical Sciences - Ri Science Podcast The Royal Institution 2024-02-28 | Following on from his Discourse, Yang-Hui He is joined by the London Institute of Mathematical Sciences (LIMS) science writer Madeleine Hall to discuss the past, present and future of Geometry. From Euclid’s postulates to how flower petals are arranged, explore how our modern understanding of geometry has come to be. LIMS is based here at the Ri, and you can find out more about their research by following the link below. Listen to the latest Ri Science Podcast, which you can also find here: open.spotify.com/show/3zfY0yzdW6UUfNmV4S4DjUNew Ri Science Podcast episodes will be released on the last Wednesday of every month, so make sure to tune in for the next episode at the end of March! Please leave this episode a review to let us know what you think, and to help more people discover the podcast. • LIMS: lims.ac.uk/ • Watch Yang’s Discourse here: youtu.be/z8jdndd-x7w?si=N6WIndinnec3HMwA • Get tickets for upcoming talks and livestreams: rigb.org/whats-on • X: twitter.com/Ri_Science Producer: Jeremy MonblatAssistant producer: Lia Hale, Freddie RodgersEditor: Freddie RodgersInterviewer: Jeremy Monblat Music: Joseph Sandy
How computer models help us understand the universe - with Andrew Pontzen The Royal Institution 2024-02-27 | How can scientists study the past, present and future of the cosmos? Find out how computers can help.Buy Andrew's book 'The Universe in a Box' here: geni.us/ZSw45dWatch the Q&A for this lecture (exclusively for YouTube Channel Members): youtu.be/tvf7e3YVzaQThis lecture was recorded at the Ri on 5 February 2024.Join Professor of Cosmology and science communicator Andrew Pontzen as he uncovers how intricate computer codes have unlocked our understanding of the universe – from galaxies and black holes to the very essence of matter itself. Simulations have also revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos, shedding new light on the universe's multifaceted complexities. They are the windows through which we peer into the hidden dimensions of space, guiding us through a journey from the phenomenon of cosmic redshift, which unveiled the universe's accelerating expansion, to the ethereal concept of dark matter, a substance that traverses solid rock as if it were a ghostly apparition.But of course, none of these breakthroughs would be possible without the tireless efforts of scientists, whose brilliant minds persist to push the boundaries of knowledge. Join Andrew on a journey through space and time, with science, simulations and unrelenting human curiosity as your guides. 00:00 Introduction2:20 What we can observe in the universe?7.28 Dark matter and dark energy9.27 Gravitational lensing12:08 Looking back in time at the universe14:47 The role of gravity and dark matter16:21 The history of computing in physics22:12 Weather forecasts, cosmology, and initial conditions28:09 Using computers to predict the weather35:22 Early models of our universe from physicists42:34 Predicting our changing climate45:02 Using computer simulations for cosmology55:32 Are we living inside a copmuter simulation?Andrew Pontzen is a professor of cosmology at University College London. He has written for the New Scientist, BBC Sky at Night and BBC Science Focus; lectured at the Royal Institution; appeared on BBC, Amazon Prime and Discovery Channel documentaries; and contributed to BBC Radio 4 programmes including Inside Science and The Curious Cases of Rutherford & Fry. Computer simulations are a major part of his research which spans cosmology, physics and computation.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
How Einsteins equations predicted massive scientific discoveries The Royal Institution 2024-02-25 | Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
How do black holes create gravitational waves? #science The Royal Institution 2024-02-21 | Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Discovering the hidden secrets of the ocean - with Jyotika Virmani The Royal Institution 2024-02-20 | What lies hidden beneath the sea is one of the Earth's biggest mysteries, with only 5% of the area explored - but the Schmidt Ocean Institute are changing this.Watch the Q&A here, exclusively for YouTube Channel Members: youtu.be/e7t0NYp7OdMSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThis lecture was recorded at the Ri on the 22 January 2024, in partnership with the Schmidt Ocean Institute.With alien landscapes, an immense variety of life forms and only 5% of it so far explored, the ocean is the most fascinating place on our planet. The Schmidt Ocean Institute are hoping to increase this with the sophisticated technology found on board its research ship, R/V Falkor, which is exploring the oceans with state-of-the-art laboratories, an underwater robot reaching depths as far as 4,500m, and high-performing computing facilities. These free-to-use tools are allowing scientists and engineers internationally to collaborate and share their data, and even the public as underwater imagery from deep dives is livestreamed to a global audience.Join Jyotika Virmani, executive director of the Institute, as she uncovers this new era of ocean discovery providing us with unprecedented abilities to explore the wonderful world beyond our coastline like never before. Find out more about the Schmidt Ocean Institute: schmidtocean.org00:00 Why is the ocean so important?5:00 The exponential growth of technology7:28 The Schmidt Ocean Institute09:07 Capturing and livestreaming ocean footage11:17 The first fully remote science voyage15:51 Mapping the sea floor22:18 New discoveries from the ocean25:53 The evolution of ocean mapping technology31:34 Hydrothermal vents and microbes40:18 Discovering a new animal ecosystem41:51 Life in the marine water column45:12 The new technologies for marine biology51:52 Communicating the discoveries madeJyotika Virmani is an executive director of the Schmidt Ocean Institute. Before this, she was the Executive Director of Planet & Environment at XPRIZE and the Rainforest XPRIZE, a competition for innovations in biodiversity assessment technologies. She was also Executive Director of the Shell Ocean Discovery XPRIZE to spur innovations of unmanned and autonomous deep-sea technologies that will allow the global bathymetric community to map the seafloor by 2030. Embedded in this XPRIZE was a NOAA Bonus Prize for technologies that could detect a biological or chemical signal underwater and autonomously track it to its source. Dr. Virmani joined XPRIZE in 2014 as the Technical Director for the Wendy Schmidt Ocean Health XPRIZE, a competition advancing pH sensor development to measure ocean acidification. Before joining XPRIZE, Dr. Virmani was the Associate Director of the Florida Institute of Oceanography and a Senior Scientist at the UK Met OfficeVirmani has a Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography from the College of Marine Science, University of South Florida. As a Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholar, she earned a M.S. in Atmospheric Science from SUNY at Stony Brook. She also has a B.Sc. in Physics from Imperial College London and is an Associate of the Royal College of Science. She currently serves on the Catch the Next Wave Committee, the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System Federal Advisory Committee, the National Geographic Executive Committee for Research and Exploration, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute Board, and is an External Advisor to the Seabed 2030 Ocean Frontiers Mapping Committee, and a member of the XPRIZE Climate Brain Trust and the World Economic Forum Global Future Councils. She is a Fellow of the Royal Meteorological Society and The Explorers Club, and a Member of the American Meteorological Society and American Geophysical Union.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
How do we escape the perfection trap? - with Thomas Curran The Royal Institution 2024-02-13 | We're witnessing an alarming surge in burnout and depression. Could this be caused by our society's perpetual strive for perfection? And how can we escape it?Buy Thomas's book here: geni.us/ZBEUmWatch the Q&A (exclusively for our YouTube Channel Members) here: youtu.be/wb0OXseAAcsJoin Thomas Curran as he explores the paradoxical effects of perfectionism on everything from performance to social and financial inequality. He shows what we can do as individuals to resist the modern-day pressure to be perfect.Discover what you need to prioritise, meet the world where it is and strive for purpose instead of more by embracing the power of 'good enough' in your life.This talk was recorded at the Ri on 14 September 2023.Thomas Curran is a British Psychological Society chartered social psychologist, and Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Sciences at the London School of Economics and Political Science. His primary area of expertise is the personality characteristic of perfectionism, how it develops, and how it impacts mental health. His most notable work is the theory of cultural influences on perfectionism, which rose to especial prominence following a 2017 publication of the first systems-level cohort study to show that perfectionism is on the rise in American, Canadian, and British college students.He is the author of over 30 published papers and book chapters on related topics and he has received numerous awards for his scholarship and research. Informed by his research and expertise in data analysis, he has previously lectured to undergraduates in the UK and Australia.The Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Wonders of the Jurassic Coast - with Dr Anjana Khatwa at Ada Lovelace Day The Royal Institution 2024-02-11 | The Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site is perhaps one of the most extraordinary places in the world, where you can literally time travel with every step you take along its beautiful beaches. This possibility exists because a few hundred million years ago, the horizontal rock layers of the Jurassic Coast were uplifted and tilted towards the east. In a sheer geological coincidence, these tilted rocks are exposed along an actively eroding coastline which provides geologists with a near complete, continuous record of the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous Periods that cannot be seen anywhere else in the world: 185 million years of Earth’s history in just 95 miles of stunning coastline. Ada Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths which aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and create new role models for both girls and women studying or working in STEM. Watch the Ada Lovelace playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZxYjBGkOt8THboawo1sN9ymAda Lovelace Day Live 2023 was held at the Royal Institution on Tuesday 10 October.Website: findingada.comNewsletter: findingada.com/get-involved/ald-newsletterTwitter: twitter.com/findingadaFacebook: facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDayLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ada-lovelace-dayBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adalovelaceday.bsky.social Dr Anjana Khatwa is an Earth scientist specialising in bringing stories about the origins and formation of natural landscapes to life for a wide range of audiences. Anjana has appeared on BBC Four’s Beach Live as the show’s resident geologist expert, engaging audiences with her insight and knowledge about geology and fossils. She has also appeared on many shows, including ITV’s This Morning, Channel 5’s My Cornwall with Fern Britton, and BBC Two’s Villages by the Sea. She is an established learning professional and has published numerous papers on glacial geology, developed award winning teaching resources and won the Royal Geographical Society Geographical Award for excellence in educating the public about the Jurassic Coast.Website: http://www.anjanakhatwa.comTwitter: twitter.com/jurassicg1rlJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Women of wonder - with Rosie Curran Crawley at Ada Lovelace Day The Royal Institution 2024-02-10 | Jane Marcet’s Conversations on Chemistry was first published anonymously in 1805 and is thought to be one of the first science textbooks. After watching Humphry Davy’s lectures at the Royal Institution, Marcet believed it to be important to discuss these scientific principles in a familiar format, making them more accessible to women. The book consists of conversations between a teacher, Mrs Bryant, and her two students Caroline and Emily.These conversations reminded Rosie of the first time she felt excited by science with her chemistry teacher Ms Tratt. In her talk, Rosie invites us to take a step back to basics and remember what first sparked our own interest in science. She will demonstrate some experiments that Jane Marcet, her science teachers, friends, and Ri colleagues have taught her that led to her own fascination with science - sometimes all it takes is a conversation.Ada Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths which aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and create new role models for both girls and women studying or working in STEM. Watch the Ada Lovelace playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZxYjBGkOt8THboawo1sN9ymAda Lovelace Day Live 2023 was held at the Royal Institution on Tuesday 10 October.Website: findingada.comNewsletter: findingada.com/get-involved/ald-newsletterTwitter: twitter.com/findingadaFacebook: facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDayLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ada-lovelace-dayBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adalovelaceday.bsky.social Rosie presents a wide range of exciting science workshops to young people aged 7-18 in the L’Oréal Young Scientist Centre. Having struggled to find the fun in science when she was at school, she now loves working as a science communicator bringing science to life for young people just like her!Rosie first worked at the Royal Institution in 2018 as a laboratory assistant before going to university. Having gained a first-class BSc in biochemistry at the University of Bristol, she has worked as a freelance presenter for Wonderstruck and Great Scott! Productions at events across the UK and was excited to return to the Ri at the beginning of 2023.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The ancient technology of silk - with Aarathi Prasad at Ada Lovelace Day The Royal Institution 2024-02-09 | From the ancient uses of silk to the biologists who learned the secrets of silk-producing animals: manipulating the habitats, physiologies, and threads of moths, spiders and molluscs, this talk will explore the work of some of the women who have been key to understanding the natural history or developed technological applications of a unique material that has fascinated the world for millennia. Ada Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths which aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and create new role models for both girls and women studying or working in STEM. Watch the Ada Lovelace playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZxYjBGkOt8THboawo1sN9ymAda Lovelace Day Live 2023 was held at the Royal Institution on Tuesday 10 October.Website: findingada.comNewsletter: findingada.com/get-involved/ald-newsletterTwitter: twitter.com/findingadaFacebook: facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDayLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ada-lovelace-dayBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adalovelaceday.bsky.social Dr Aarathi Prasad is a writer, broadcaster, and researcher interested in the intersection of science and technology with cultures, history, health, and the environment. She is the author of Silk: A History in Three Metamorphoses (2023), In The Bonesetter’s Waiting Room: Travels Through Indian Medicine (2016) which was a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and won the Popular Medicine Award at the BMA Awards 2017, and Like A Virgin: How Science is Redesigning the Rules of Sex (2012).Aarathi has a PhD in genetics from Imperial College London and is an honorary research fellow at University College London’s department of genetics, evolution and environment, where she is part of an international team excavating and analysing ancient DNA from archaeological sites in Valencia, Rome, and Pompeii. Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Greening the ICT world - with Dr Azza Eltraify at Ada Lovelace Day The Royal Institution 2024-02-08 | Greening the ICT sector has emerged as a critical endeavour in our increasingly digitalised society. With the rapid growth of ICT infrastructure and digital devices, concerns about their environmental impact have come to the forefront. This movement seeks to mitigate the carbon footprint of ICT systems by focusing on energy efficiency, sustainable practices, and responsible product lifecycles. By greening the ICT sector, we not only reduce the environmental burden but also harness the potential of technology to drive a more eco-conscious and responsible digital future.Ada Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths which aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and create new role models for both girls and women studying or working in STEM. Watch the Ada Lovelace playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZxYjBGkOt8THboawo1sN9ymAda Lovelace Day Live 2023 was held at the Royal Institution on Tuesday 10 October.Website: findingada.comNewsletter: findingada.com/get-involved/ald-newsletterTwitter: twitter.com/findingadaFacebook: facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDayLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ada-lovelace-dayBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adalovelaceday.bsky.social Dr Azza E A Eltraify is a project manager and senior software engineer for Ultracell Networks Ltd, a University of Leeds spinout focused on transforming networking infrastructures to improve energy efficiency and sustainability. Azza holds a PhD in electrical and electronics engineering from the University of Leeds and an MSc in networking and computer architecture from the University of Khartoum.She worked at the University of Leeds as a research fellow in optimising power efficiency and developing PON architectures for future data centres. She led the development of several experiments on data centre architectures. Additionally, she currently holds the general secretary position for the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) EEICT working group and the Green ICT standards committee focusing on developing energy efficient standards for data centres and core networks.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Making Bayesian statistics fun - With Sophie Carr at Ada Lovelace Day The Royal Institution 2024-02-07 | Within each of us lies a superpower: a tool that can transform our discomfort into confidence if we only acknowledge that hidden within us is a statistician trying to get out. Embrace the realm of Bayesian statistics, where uncertainty becomes a playground for the curious mind. We all grapple with the unknown everyday of our lives – from mundane to life changing decisions – and we evolve our decisions as information becomes available to us that reshapes our understanding of the world.----Ada Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths which aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and create new role models for both girls and women studying or working in STEM. Watch the Ada Lovelace playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZxYjBGkOt8THboawo1sN9ymAda Lovelace Day Live 2023 was held at the Royal Institution on Tuesday 10 October.Website: findingada.comNewsletter: findingada.com/get-involved/ald-newsletterTwitter: twitter.com/findingadaFacebook: facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDayLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ada-lovelace-dayBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adalovelaceday.bsky.social ----Dr Sophie Carr is the founder and director of Bays Consulting. Sophie’s first love was Lego, then aeroplanes and her career followed suit. She trained as an engineer and whilst working full time took a PhD in bayesian belief networks and has worked in data analytics ever since. Or to put it another way, Sophie has made a living out of finding patterns. Outside of work, Sophie is the vice president for education and statistical literacy at the Royal Statistical Society and the World’s Most Interesting Mathematician.Website: baysconsulting.co.ukTwitter: twitter.com/SophieBays----Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Why we need more women in science - with Athene Donald The Royal Institution 2024-02-07 | Times have changed since women were barred from laboratories and unable to take science degrees. But have they changed enough?Watch the Q&A for this talk here (exclusively for YouTube Channel Members): youtu.be/9hQ0jLQ5bYQBuy Athene's book here: geni.us/JaH6YThis talk was recorded at the Royal Institution on 16 November 2023, with collaboration with Digital Science. Find out more here: digital-science.com Despite making great strides, the numbers of women studying physics and engineering remain small, and those who go on to successful careers are very few.Join Dame Athene Donald as she explores, using her own experience and those of other top scientists who are women, the factors that drive women to give up on a career in science. From societal expectations, prejudice, hostility, and condescension to unconscious and systemic bias, particularly in science research, as evidenced by recent studies.In this talk, discover how diversity is crucial to solving the problems of today, and why women should have their proper place as equals, in the lab, and in the committees where top-level decisions are made.Dame Athene Donald is Professor Emerita in Experimental Physics and Master of Churchill College, University of Cambridge. She has spent her career in Cambridge, specializing in soft matter physics and physics at the interface with biology. She was the University of Cambridge's first Gender Equality Champion and has been involved in numerous initiatives concerning women in science. Athene has served on a variety of committees at the Royal Society, chaired its Education Committee from 2010-14 and currently serves on its Council (as she has before) and is a member of the Science Policy Committee. She served on the Scientific Council of the European Research Council from 2013-18 and was a Trustee of the Science Museum from 2011-16.She was elected Fellow of the Royal Society in 1999 and appointed DBE for services to Physics in 2010.Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Tom Lehrers Elements - with Helen Arney at Ada Lovelace Day The Royal Institution 2024-02-06 | Helen Arney performs Tom Lehrer’s Elements, which he set to a tune by Arthur Sullivan. This version includes all of the 16 elements discovered (or, more accurately, synthesised in a laboratory) since the song was first written in 1959.Ada Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths which aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and create new role models for both girls and women studying or working in STEM. Watch the Ada Lovelace playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZxYjBGkOt8THboawo1sN9ymAda Lovelace Day Live 2023 was held at the Royal Institution on Tuesday 10 October.Website: findingada.comNewsletter: findingada.com/get-involved/ald-newsletterTwitter: twitter.com/findingadaFacebook: facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDayLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ada-lovelace-dayBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adalovelaceday.bsky.social Writer, science presenter, geek songstress and ‘Voice of an Angle’ Helen Arney has appeared on TV, radio and in theatres across the world with her unique mix of stand-up, songs and science. You might have seen her explaining physics while riding a rollercoaster for BBC2 Coast, electrifying Sandi Toksvig on QI, singing the periodic table on Channel 4, smashing a wine glass with the power of her voice live on Blue Peter, hosting Outrageous Acts Of Science on Discovery Channel, or touring with science comedy phenomenon Festival of the Spoken Nerd. Helen is currently working on several full-length musical theatre projects about astounding women in STEMM, and has filled several notebooks with rhymes for Uranus (none of which are printable here).Twitter: twitter.com/helenarneyFacebook: facebook.com/HelenArneyComedyInstagram: instagram.com/helenarneycomedyYouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCop3fDuFdG1qgq0cHh8X2xgWebsite: helenarney.comJoin this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
3D printing artificial organs - Dr Antonia Pontiki at Ada Lovelace Day The Royal Institution 2024-02-05 | Find out how 3D printing technology can be used for vital healthcare. NOTE: This talk contains graphic medical images.3D printing shows great potential not just for customised healthcare solutions but also for prototyping and research. It is already being used to manufacture equipment, develop anatomical models for medical education, surgical planning and training, create prostheses and 3D bio-print tissues and organs. Studies have reported that the benefits of using 3D printing in healthcare include the education of patients by explaining their pathology, customised medical instruments, improved surgical planning leading to higher precision during surgery, and reduced intraoperative bleeding and operating time.Ada Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths which aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and create new role models for both girls and women studying or working in STEM. Watch the Ada Lovelace playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZxYjBGkOt8THboawo1sN9ymAda Lovelace Day Live 2023 was held at the Royal Institution on Tuesday 10 October.Website: findingada.comNewsletter: findingada.com/get-involved/ald-newsletterTwitter: twitter.com/findingadaFacebook: facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDayLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ada-lovelace-dayBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adalovelaceday.bsky.social Dr Antonia Pontiki is a teaching fellow in biomedical engineering at King’s College London. Antonia teaches undergraduate courses and is also a researcher in the Department of Surgical & Intervention Engineering. Her research interests include chest wall reconstruction for cancer patients, 3D printing, artificial organs, biocompatible materials, and surgical simulators.Antonia completed her PhD at King’s College London in 2022 where she investigated the use of 3D printing in thoracic surgery. She is currently working with undergraduate and postgraduate students on the development of surgical simulators for training and practising surgical interventions, including chest wall, urological and head & neck simulators, in an effort to address the ethical and financial implications of using animals or cadavers in medical education.Twitter: twitter.com/AntoniaPontikiLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/antonia-pontiki-87135783 Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
The Truth about AI 2/3 - 2023 Christmas Lectures with Mike Wooldridge The Royal Institution 2024-02-05 | 'My AI Life' - Professor Mike Wooldridge reveals the huge role AI already plays in our daily lives, sometimes without us even realising what it is doing.This is the second of the 2023 CHRISTMAS LECTURES from the Royal Institution, supported by CGI, on the theme 'The Truth About AI'. We've reuploaded this one as there were moments where the original video froze.With thanks to contributors Kaushik Subramanian (Sony AI) Polyphony Digital (Gran Turismo), Kaitlin and Freya the dog (Encore Dogs), Demis Hassabis (Alpha Go, Deepmind), Emily Grossman, Rutger Zietsma (Manus Neurodynamica), Rory Cellan Jones, Ana Namburete (University of Oxford), Rivka Isaacson (King's College London), Martin Grady, Kathryn Tunyasuvunakool (Alpha Fold), Eric Drass.Watch the first lecture here: youtu.be/Abbli3B8phwWatch the third lecture here: youtu.be/B3IeRplsYXwIn the 2023 CHRISTMAS LECTURES, supported by CGI, Mike Wooldridge will tackle the most important and rapidly evolving field of science today – Artificial Intelligence (AI). Find out more about the lectures here: rigb.org/christmas-lecturesNot since the World-Wide Web emerged 30 years ago has a new technology promised to change our world so fundamentally and so swiftly as AI does. Today’s AI tools such as ChatGPT and AlphaGo are just a hint of what is to come. The future of AI is going to be quite a journey, and the 2023 CHRISTMAS LECTURES to be broadcast on BBC Four and iPlayer in late December, will give us a guided tour.AI has increasingly grabbed the headlines in recent years – generating excitement and concern in equal measure – but what should we believe? In these lectures Mike will reveal how AI works and how it will affect our lives – and will tackle head-on our hopes and fears for this most fascinating of fields.----Mike Wooldridge is an academic and author specialising in Artificial Intelligence (AI). As an academic, he is a professor of AI at the University of Oxford, where he served as Head of Department of Computer Science from 2014 to 2021; he is also Director for AI at The Alan Turing Institute in London. He has received multiple awards for both research and education, including in 2020, the Lovelace Medal from the British Computer Society – the leading award for a UK computer scientist – and in 2021 the Outstanding Educator Award from the Association for the Advancement of AI (AAAI).From 2014-16, Mike was President of the European Association for AI, and from 2015-17 he was President of the International Joint Conference on AI (IJCAI). He is currently Editor-in-Chief of Artificial Intelligence, the leading journal for AI, established more than 50 years ago and has been invited to give evidence on matters relating to AI to multiple government committees.As an author, he has written nine books, which have been translated nine times. His books include two popular science introductions to AI: the Ladybird Expert Guide to AI (Penguin, 2018) in the iconic British book series, and The Road to Conscious Machines (Pelican, 2020). Mike gives frequent public lectures on AI, including at the Hay Festival and Cheltenham Science Festival and is regularly interviewed by the media.----Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
Why we should be angry about UTIs - with Professor Jenny Rohn at Ada Lovelace Day The Royal Institution 2024-02-04 | Upwards of 400 million people (mostly women) get a urinary tract infection annually, a figure that’s on the rise and which is associated with a worrying global crisis of antibiotic failure. Despite their apparent simplicity, UTIs are anything but straightforward: they are difficult to diagnose and treat, and often return again and again. When you delve into what’s happening deep within the bladder, where ancient but canny bacteria are pitted against our seemingly more advanced defence systems and often come out the winner despite antibiotics, it becomes clear why they are so challenging.Professor Jenny Rohn is head of the centre for urological biology in the department of renal medicine in the Division of Medicine at University College London. Jenny runs a research laboratory studying urinary tract infection, an incredibly common malady that afflicts hundreds of millions of people each year and inflicts a tremendous healthcare burden. Despite this, like many diseases primarily affecting women, UTI has been historically understudied, and there have been no new therapies developed since Alexander Fleming discovered antibiotics nearly a century ago. Jenny and her team are working hard to find better ways to treat this notoriously tricky infection, where the bacteria have evolved many devious strategies to subvert our immune defences. Follow her on Twitter: twitter.com/JennyRohnAda Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in science, technology, engineering and maths which aims to increase the profile of women in STEM and create new role models for both girls and women studying or working in STEM. Watch the Ada Lovelace playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZxYjBGkOt8THboawo1sN9ymAda Lovelace Day Live 2023 was held at the Royal Institution on Tuesday 10 October.Website: findingada.comNewsletter: findingada.com/get-involved/ald-newsletterTwitter: twitter.com/findingadaFacebook: facebook.com/AdaLovelaceDayLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ada-lovelace-dayBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/adalovelaceday.bsky.social Join this channel to get access to perks:youtube.com/channel/UCYeF244yNGuFefuFKqxIAXw/joinSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibeThe Ri is on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ri_scienceand Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/royalinstitutionand TikTok: tiktok.com/@ri_scienceListen to the Ri podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ri-science-podcastDonate to the RI and help us bring you more lectures: rigb.org/support-us/donate-riOur editorial policy: rigb.org/editing-ri-talks-and-moderating-commentsSubscribe for the latest science videos: http://bit.ly/RiNewsletterProduct links on this page may be affiliate links which means it won't cost you any extra but we may earn a small commission if you decide to purchase through the link.
