This is a collection of my talks, presented at various times, aimed at students and covering a range of topics.
Symmetries: Gateway to Particle Physics (slides)
Understanding of symmetries has yielded unparalleled insights into the nature and origin of physical laws, the origin of quantum spins, and the nature of spacetime itself. In this talk, I will primarily focus on Gauge Symmetries, which form the foundation of modern particle physics, to shed light on the nature and origin forces that mediate particle interactions. I will talk about the visualization of particle interactions using Feynman diagrams. Gauge symmetry breaking is equally intriguing; I will briefly discuss how it generates particle masses and forms exotic topological objects like magnetic monopoles.
Strange World of Quantum Physics (slides)
I was invited to guest lecture in Prof. Parisa Rinaldi’s Affective Ecologies course at SMCM to discuss the philosophical aspects of scientific advancement with a non-physicist audience. I focused on quantum mechanics to highlight concepts that continue to defy intuition, even after 100 years of discovery. Despite these challenges, quantum physics’ predictions have withstood rigorous scientific testing and remain our best theory of the subatomic world, driving major advances in science.