Though he was descended from some of the world's most successful conquerors, Babur struggled to gain a foothold among the many other ambitious princes in Central Asia. So he turned his attention to India, where his descendants stayed and...

In which John Green teaches you about the Mughal Empire, which ruled large swaths of the Indian Sub-Continent from 1526 to (technically) 1857. While John teaches you about this long-lived Muslim empire, he'll also look at the idea of...

The Mughal Empire ruled much of South Asia from the 1500s to the 1700s, blending Persian, Indian, and Islamic cultures into a powerful and artistic dynasty. Known for leaders like Akbar the Great and Shah Jahan, the Mughals built...

At the end of the 14th century, Tamerlane the Great led Mongol forces into India, attacking Delhi and leaving devastation in his wake. However, Tamerlane's interest in India was short-lived, as he withdrew after plundering the region,...

Mughal Emperors Family Tree

Oh man, every two weeks turns out to be a demanding schedule, who knew? Today in history, Malik Ambar! I had a lot of fun exploring Indian history for this one, and any excuse to follow up an old video is a good one!

Gaza City has seen three wars with Israel in 10 years, and everyone expects another will come. Yet the preparations face huge obstacles: Palestinian factional tensions and a punitive blockade have caused debilitating shortages in fuel,...

In this video, I respond to a question that was posted by Akbar on my blog. He asks about the difference between the inactive and closed states of v-gated sodium channels. I illustrate the difference using a box. Enjoy!

This video provides a humorous and informative overview of the life and reign of Humayun, a Mughal emperor who faced numerous challenges and setbacks in his quest for power. Through witty commentary and engaging storytelling, viewers are...

Questions and answers about Akbar.

Video Atlas of Asia: This clip takes a brief look at some of the highlights of India's history.