Musings Of A Physicist

Exploring life, science and the world.

My Blog

Trivia

Online Articles:

  1. This article covers our team’s interview after winning the International Entrepreneurship Summer School (IESS) 2022 at TU Braunschweig, Germany.
  2. This article speaks of our multi-year project at BITS Pilani in the field of astromicrobiology.
  3. This article covers my experience entering into physics research and guidance for applying to Research Internships during college.
  4. An interesting beginner level article on “Cosmic Time” co-authored by me during my sophomore year,as a part of the university’s Astronomy Club.

Curated Picks:

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YouTube Channels

  • 3 Blue 1 Brown: Probably THE best channel explaining mathematical concepts with utmost simplicity and unbeatable elegance. One of the few channels that can prove how beautiful mathematics can be.
  • Veritasium: Every single video teaches you super exciting science concepts as well as the rich history associated with these developments.
  • PBS Spacetime: The go-to channel for all astrophysics and cosmology enthusiasts seeking more of “real science” than “pop-science”. Contents are a bit advanced at times, but always enjoyable.
  • melodysheep: Ever seen mind bending science fiction movies being released free of cost? Check out this channel (and make sure to wear headphones for the best experience !)
  • Pursuit of Wonder: Mind boggling perspectives towards reality, life, consciousness and beyond.
  • Quanta Magazine: Latest developments in all domains of maths and science brought to you with a premium quality.
  • The Royal Institution: A collection of public lectures by some of the worlds best scientists.
  • TED: Ted talks feature short lectures by some of the most successful people in diverse areas.

Web Series

These are some of my personal favorite shows till date.

  • Breaking Bad (Thriller): A gripping transformation story where an ordinary chemistry teacher descends into the world of crime, power, and moral collapse. Brilliantly written, intense, and unforgettable.
  • The Mentalist (Crime, Drama): A sharp and engaging crime series centered on observation, psychology, and deduction, following a brilliant consultant who solves cases using wit, insight, and human understanding.
  • Suits (Legal Drama): A fast-paced legal drama following Mike Ross, a genius with a photographic memory, and Harvey Specter, New York’s sharpest closer, as they navigate ambition, loyalty, and high-stakes corporate law.
  • The Big Bang Theory (Comedy, Drama) : A witty and entertaining sitcom that blends science, friendship, and everyday chaos, following a group of brilliant but socially awkward physicists and their hilarious interactions with the world around them.
  • Friends (Comedy, Drama): A timeless sitcom centered on six friends navigating life, love, careers, and adulthood in New York, celebrated for its humor, warmth, and unforgettable chemistry.
  • War of the Worlds (Sci-fi): A modern adaptation of H. G. Wells’ classic sci-fi novel, portraying a haunting post-apocalyptic world shaped by an alien invasion and humanity’s desperate fight for survival.
  • The Last Ship (Thriller): A gripping post-apocalyptic thriller following the crew of a U.S. Navy destroyer as they struggle to survive and restore global order after a devastating pandemic threatens humanity.
  • Chernobyl (History): A haunting and brilliantly crafted dramatization of the Chernobyl disaster, exploring the human cost of secrecy, scientific failure, and political denial with extraordinary realism.

Books

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