The University of Chicago Courses

Unlocking the Secrets of SuperAgers - Understanding Memory and Brain Health in Advanced Age

Discover the fascinating science behind 'SuperAgers' - individuals over 80 with exceptional memory performance - and learn about the lifestyle choices and brain characteristics that contribute to their cognitive resilience.

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

The Age of the Universe and the Hubble Constant Debate - Understanding Modern Cosmology

Explore the fascinating debate over the universe's age and expansion rate with astronomer Wendy Freedman, examining groundbreaking research using the James Webb Space Telescope and its implications for physics.

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

Protecting Artists from AI Art Theft - Understanding Glaze and Nightshade Tools

Discover how innovative tools Glaze and Nightshade protect artists' work from AI exploitation, exploring the technical, ethical, and legal implications of defending creative rights in the age of AI art generation.

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

The Bioelectric Future of Regenerative Medicine

Discover how bioelectricity could revolutionize regenerative medicine, from healing birth defects to regrowing limbs, through groundbreaking research on cellular communication and tissue regeneration.

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

Achieving Breakthroughs - Using Behavioral Science to Overcome Being Stuck

Discover research-backed strategies and psychological insights for overcoming personal and professional stagnation, from breaking down big goals to embracing failure and finding creative breakthroughs.

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

Unlocking the Language of Whales with Artificial Intelligence

Explore groundbreaking research using AI to decode sperm whale communication patterns and discover potential pathways for interspecies dialogue through Project CETI's innovative marine biology work.

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

The Alarming Reality of Growing Hurricanes and Climate Change Impact

Explore groundbreaking research on hurricane intensification due to climate change, featuring scientist Michael Wehner's insights on Category 6 storms and the revolutionary end-to-end attribution modeling approach.

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

Gratitude, Mourning, Hope, and Other Forms of Thought

Delve into a philosophical exploration of gratitude's complexities and ethical obligations in human relationships through distinguished scholar Jonathan Lear's thought-provoking examination at the University of Chicago.

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

Why We Die and How We Can Live Longer

Explore groundbreaking research on aging, mortality, and potential pathways to longevity with Nobel Laureate Venki Ramakrishnan as he examines scientific advances and separates fact from fiction in the quest for extended life.

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

Breeding Millions of Mosquitoes to Combat Disease: The World Mosquito Program's Innovative Approach

Discover how innovative bacteria-based solutions are revolutionizing mosquito-borne disease prevention, as Scott O'Neill shares insights on the World Mosquito Program's global impact and breakthrough approaches.

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

The Science of Hand Gestures: Understanding Their Role in Thought and Communication

Discover how hand gestures reveal hidden aspects of human cognition and communication, from their role in learning and education to their impact in courtrooms and everyday interactions.

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

Non-Hallucinogenic Psychedelics: A New Treatment for Mental Health Disorders

Explore groundbreaking research into non-hallucinogenic psychedelic compounds and their potential to revolutionize mental health treatment, including depression, anxiety, and addiction therapy.

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

The Illusion of Free Will - Understanding Determinism and Human Behavior

Explore the fascinating debate on free will with Stanford professor Robert Sapolsky as he examines how biology, genes, and environment shape human behavior and challenges traditional notions of choice and responsibility.

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

Solar Geoengineering: A Radical Solution to Address Climate Change

Explore solar geoengineering as a potential climate change solution with scientist David Keith, examining its possibilities, controversies, and implications for reflecting sunlight back to space using aerosols.

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

The Science of Reading - History of the Phonics vs. Whole Word Debate

Explore the fascinating history of reading education, from early scientific studies and eye-tracking devices to the heated debates between phonics and whole-word methods that shaped modern literacy instruction.

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