• Space Tech Innovations and Space Exploration with Pawan Kumar Chandana
    Nov 18 2024

    Join us for an insightful conversation with Pawan Kumar Chandana, Co-Founder of Skyroot Aerospace, a leading player in India's space sector. Pawan shares his expertise on the transformative impact of space technology, innovative advancements, and the future of space exploration.
    Resource List - Skyroot Aerospace - https://skyroot.in/ Vikram Rocket by Skyroot - https://skyroot.in/launch-services.html What is SPADEX? - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SPADEX ISRO’s Crew Module - https://www.isro.gov.in/First_Crew_Module_Gaganyaan_test_flight_TV_D1.html Artemis Program by NASA - https://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/artemis/ See more of SpaceX Chopstick Catch - https://youtu.be/hI9HQfCAw64?feature=shared https://youtu.be/NfrLoG2CeNU?feature=shared Space tourism by Blue Origin - https://www.blueorigin.com/new-shepard/fly About SparX by Mukesh Bansal SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you. Follow us on Instagram: / sparxbymukeshbansal Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.com You can also listen to SparX on all audio platforms Fasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Beginners | SparX by Mukesh Bansal
    Nov 11 2024

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) has changed dramatically in recent years. Today, AI is improving many industries and changing how we live. AI is now a key part of our future, making our lives easier and more efficient. But what is it that we need to look out for? What are some necessary measures to be taken to ensure a smooth and safe adoption of this technology? Watch this episode to learn about the past, present and future of AI. Your host, Mukesh Bansal, not only takes us through the journey of AI but also advices on how to navigate through this technological era.
    Resource List - More about Physics Nobel Prize - https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/physics/2024/press-release/ More about Chemistry Nobel Prize - https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/chemistry/2024/press-release/ More on Research behind Chemistry Nobel Prize Winners - https://youtu.be/KMfgV2QSlns?feature=shared Video by Deepmind on AlphaFold Server Demo - https://youtu.be/9ufplEgtq8w?feature=shared More on the first AI conference - https://home.dartmouth.edu/about/artificial-intelligence-ai-coined-dartmouth Watch the Chess Match between IBM Deep Blue v/s Garry Kasparov - https://youtu.be/KF6sLCeBj0s?feature=shared Watch IBM Watson on Jeopardy! - https://youtu.be/lI-M7O_bRNg?feature=shared 3Blue1Brown YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@3blue1brown Books from the episode: Perceptrons by Minsky - https://amzn.in/d/c8xn3Fh Genius Makers by Cade Metz - https://amzn.in/d/3pbTV1R The Master Algorithm by Pedro Domingos - https://amzn.in/d/14AiL3F Super Intelligence by Nick Bostrom - https://amzn.in/d/9hhq4td The Worlds I See by Dr. Fei-Fei Li - https://amzn.in/d/0iaga3Y Why Machines Learn by Anil Ananthaswamy - https://amzn.in/d/iiYC45X

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  • Exploring a Career in Physics with Rajesh Gopakumar | SparX by Mukesh Bansal
    Nov 4 2024

    Thinking about a career in physics? For the latest episode of SparX, we are joined by JEE AIR-1 achiever and Director of International Centre for Theoretical Sciences, Rajesh Gopakumar. Tune in for an insightful episode to learn more about a career in and the landscape of physics. Resource List - More about Rajesh Gopakumar - https://www.icts.res.in/people/rajesh-gopakumar ICTS YouTube Page - https://www.youtube.com/@ICTStalks Nobel Prize Winners for 2024 - https://www.nobelprize.org/all-nobel-prizes-2024/ For more about String Theory - https://youtu.be/FFDQOrXy_DA?feature=shared Physics for Everyone, Book Series - https://mirtitles.org/2011/06/03/physics-for-everyone/

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  • Discovering the Mysteries of the Universe with Claudia de Rham | SparX by Mukesh Bansal
    Oct 28 2024

    Join us on this episode of SparX as we welcome renowned theoretical physicist Dr. Claudia de Rham. Claudia shares inspiring stories from her journey, plus helps us understand how gravity affects space and time, what was the big bang, and more. Don't miss this enlightening conversation! Resource List - The Beauty of Falling, book by Claudia de Rham - https://amzn.in/d/7sYv6Q5 Publications by Claudia de Rham - https://profiles.imperial.ac.uk/c.de-rham/publications4 Paper by Claudia de Rham on Massive Gravity - https://arxiv.org/abs/1401.4173 Publications by Claudia de Rham - https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/Claudia-de-Rham-12352738 Lecture Videos by Claudia de Rham - https://youtu.be/iLUNgxZeqyg?feature=shared https://youtu.be/O7MN64JlsMw?feature=shared https://youtu.be/d1KCyxaTE6w?feature=shared https://youtu.be/NSgSpwlgUn8?feature=shared https://youtu.be/ThQ8P1KSFiw?feature=shared Perimeter Institute YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PIOutreach/featured What are Gravitational Waves? - https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/page/what-are-gw#:~:text=Gravitational%20waves%20are%20'ripples'%20in,his%20general%20theory%20of%20relativity. More on Gravitational Waves - https://youtu.be/DHaxfzNT1KA?feature=shared Read on Gravitational Waves and Cosmology - https://wwwmpa.mpa-garching.mpg.de/~komatsu/lecturenotes/Azadeh_Maleknejad_on_GW.pdf Read on the Speed of Gravity - https://arxiv.org/vc/arxiv/papers/1108/1108.3761v1.pdf Read on Einstein’s Theory of Gravity - https://courses.lumenlearning.com/suny-osuniversityphysics/chapter/13-8-einsteins-theory-of-gravity/#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20theory%20of,are%20indistinguishable%20in%20comparable%20circumstances. LIGO Project - https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/ LIGO-India - https://www.ligo-india.in/ NASA LISA - https://lisa.nasa.gov/ About SparX by Mukesh Bansal SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you. Follow us on Instagram: / sparxbymukeshbansal Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.com You can also listen to SparX on all audio platforms Fasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

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  • Stories about Gandhi's Leadership and Legacy with Ramachandra Guha | SparX by Mukesh Bansal
    Oct 21 2024

    How did Gandhi's experiences in South Africa influence his political views? How did Gandhi's leadership impact the Indian National Congress? How were Gandhi's relationship with other significant freedom fighters and political leaders of India freedom struggle? After returning to India in 1915, Mahatma Gandhi led the country's struggle for independence from British rule through non-violent resistance, inspiring movements for civil rights and freedom globally. In this episode, Mr. Guha takes us through his journey, both personal and professional, with stories from Gandhi's later years as a political figure. With a plethora of interesting stories, we learn more about Gandhi. Resource list - Ramachandra Guha’s Blog - https://ramachandraguha.in/ More about Gandhi’s speech at BHU - https://cmsadmin.amritmahotsav.nic.in/district-reopsitory-detail.htm?19509#:~:text=After%20being%20abroad%20for%2020,Indian%20people%20as%20a%20whole. Read about Mahadev Desai - https://www.mkgandhi.org/associates/Mahadev.php Read about The Rowlatt Satyagraha - https://cmsadmin.amritmahotsav.nic.in/district-reopsitory-detail.htm?19510#:~:text=Rowlatt%20Satyagraha%20was%20one%20of,known%20as%20the%20Rowlatt%20Act. More about Gandhi and Jinnah’s relationship - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/356603000_Gandhi-_Jinnah_Relations_An_Overview More about India’s Partition - https://www.history.ox.ac.uk/why-was-british-india-partitioned-in-1947-considering-the-role-of-muhammad-ali-0 Books from the episode - A Frank Friendship: Gandhi and Bengal by Gopalkrishna Gandhi https://books.google.co.in/books/about/A_Frank_Friendship.html?id=VrkVAQAAIAAJ&redir_esc=y The Story of my Experiments with Truth by Mahatma Gandhi - https://amzn.in/d/eXqpxVl About SparX by Mukesh Bansal SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you. Follow us on our Instagram: / sparxbymukeshbansal Also check out our website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.com You can also listen to SparX on all audio platforms! Fasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

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  • Exploring the Unknown Side of Gandhi with Ramachandra Guha | SparX by Mukesh Bansal
    Oct 14 2024

    How was Gandhi's early years and education? Who were Gandhi's role models and mentors? How was his relationship with his wife and children? For the latest episode of SparX, we are in conversation with historian, scholar and writer– Ramachandra Guha. Join us for an enriching discussion where Mr. Guha shares unheard and untold stories about Mahatma Gandhi. We delve into his life before the Indian freedom struggle, his life in South Africa, his family, and his mentors that shaped him into the freedom fighter he went on to become. Don’t miss out on this episode! Resource List - Books from the episode - Gandhi Before India by Ramachandra Guha - https://amzn.in/d/aO2fM1C Savaging the Civilised by Ramachandra Guha - https://amzn.in/d/iThbq0n Corner of a Foreign Field by Ramachandra Guha - https://amzn.in/d/3CtR2sV Gandhi: The Years That Changed the World by Ramachandra Guha - https://amzn.in/d/2OqmMrv The Story of my Experiments with Truth - https://amzn.in/d/c7NHx6M The Kingdom of God is Within You by Leo Tolstoy - https://amzn.in/d/6tBjwgX War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy - https://amzn.in/d/5wDU4Qt Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy - https://amzn.in/d/he5gTVH Gandhi’s Religion: A Homespun Shawl by J T F Jorden - https://amzn.in/d/hk6ihnV The Hero’s Journey by Joseph Campbell - https://amzn.in/d/8vVghcR Hind Swaraj by M K Gandhi - https://amzn.in/d/gX1cRgq Harilal Gandhi: A Life by Dalal Chandulal and Tridip Suhrud - https://amzn.in/d/g7cZnOQ Website on M K Gandhi - https://www.mkgandhi.org/ Read more about: Chipko Movement - https://www.britannica.com/topic/Chipko-movement Satyagraha - https://inc.in/congress-sandesh/dandi-anniversary-march/satyagraha-1 Ramakrishna Mission - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramakrishna_Mission Assassination of Mahatma Gandhi - https://www.historytoday.com/archive/months-past/death-mahatma-gandhi About SparX by Mukesh Bansal SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you. Follow us on Instagram: / sparxbymukeshbansal Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.com You can also listen to SparX on all audio platforms Fasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

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  • Insights on India from Data and Research with Rukmini S | SparX by Mukesh Bansal
    Oct 7 2024

    Data-driven insights are crucial to understanding a country's development across sectors, from economy and education to healthcare and infrastructure. Through rigorous research and analysis, we can uncover trends, identify challenges, and inform policy decisions. For the latest episode of SparX, we are joined by renowned data journalist Rukmini S, whose ground breaking work, in her latest book, has been instrumental in shedding light on India's complex development narrative. Her latest book offers a compelling exploration of India's progress, highlighting the power of data storytelling. By leveraging data and research, Rukmini S's work inspires informed decision-making and fuels meaningful discourse on India's path forward. Resource List - Data For India Website - https://www.dataforindia.com/ Gapminder - https://www.gapminder.org/ National Family Health Survey - http://rchiips.org/ Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation - https://www.mospi.gov.in/ United Nations Statistics Division - https://unstats.un.org/unsd/demographic/sources/surveys/default.htm More about Household Consumption Expenditure Survey - https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2008737 NCAER - https://www.ncaer.org/ India Human Development Survey - https://ihds.umd.edu/ Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy - https://www.cmie.com/ COVID-19 Community Mobility Report by Googel - https://www.google.com/covid19/mobility/ Facebook Wealth Index - https://dataforgood.facebook.com/dfg/docs/tutorial-calculating-population-weighted-relative-wealth-index ASER Website - https://asercentre.org/ National Achievement Survey - https://nas.gov.in/ Longitudinal Aging Study in India (LASI) - https://www.iipsindia.ac.in/lasi Books from the Episode: Whole Numbers and Half Truths - https://amzn.in/d/4tN9sjs Factfullness - https://amzn.in/d/5Flxwc2 Planning Democracy - https://amzn.in/d/1LvqIHT About SparX by Mukesh Bansal SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you. Follow us on our Instagram: / sparxbymukeshbansal Also check out our website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.com You can also listen to SparX on all audio platforms! Fasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com

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  • Understanding The Field and Branches of Physics with Rob Myers | SparX by Mukesh Bansal
    Sep 30 2024

    What significant advancements have been made in physics research in India in recent years? How does the Perimeter Institute support early-career researchers and encourage innovation? What opportunities or challenges are poised for the field of theoretical physics? Renowned theoretical physicist Rob Myers joins us to discuss his research on black holes and cosmology. He shares insights on string theory, holography, and landscape physics. We discuss the advancement of physics in India and the contribution of the Indian community to the same. We discuss physics as a career and the traits of a good researcher. Tune in to learn about the latest breakthroughs and advancements in physics research. Resource List - More About Rob Myers - https://perimeterinstitute.ca/people/robert-myers Articles and Paper by Rob. Myers - https://inspirehep.net/authors/996354 For more Lectures and Videos by Perimeter Institute - http://www.youtube.com/@PIOutreach Lecture by Rob Myers at ICTS - https://www.icts.res.in/lectures/Myers What are Black Holes? - https://science.nasa.gov/universe/black-holes/ What is String Theory? - https://www.space.com/17594-string-theory.html What is Quantum Physics? - https://scienceexchange.caltech.edu/topics/quantum-science-explained/quantum-physics What is LIGO? - https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/page/what-is-ligo What is the LIGO India Project? - https://www.ligo-india.in/

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    1 hr and 8 mins