Explore universal stress correlations in crystalline and amorphous packings in this lecture by Kabir Ramola from the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences. Delivered as part of the "Soft and Living Matter: From Fundamental Concepts to New Material Design" program, the talk delves into the physics of soft matter and complex fluids. Gain insights into the interdisciplinary nature of soft matter physics, which applies tools from various branches of physics to diverse systems ranging from food and personal care products to bacterial colonies. Learn about the overlapping properties and behaviors shared by seemingly unrelated soft materials and complex fluids. Discover how this field intersects with biology, earth and atmospheric science, engineering, and industries such as food and cosmetics.