Beat Plastic Pollution
Youth Science
It's time to write a new story and #beatplasticpollution!
King Penguin & Mobility Aids
Youth Science
Researchers are looking at how the birds adapt to walking on different slippery surfaces to help them with their robotics work.
What’s Eating The Titanic?
Adults Science
When a ship sinks, lots of factors, like the ship’s materials, the water quality, and the depth of the seafloor all play a role in determining how long the ship will last down there - as a result, the Titanic will be gone in fifty years, while Byzantine wrecks in the Black sea remain.
The Real Killer Of The Dinosaurs
Adults Science
A ruthless murder was committed! Someone killed the dinosaurs and we have the murderer! Witnesses say that an Everest-sized asteroid hit Earth, devastated the planet and caused a mass extinction. A simple, fascinating and convincing explanation. Or… is it?
DIY Pom Pom Launcher
Kids Science
Get ready for an explosion of fun with our DIY Pom Pom Launcher! This isn't just a craft; it's a thrilling experience that will keep you engaged and excited.
Generative A.I - We Aren’t Ready.
Adults Science
New generative A.I breakthroughs are happening almost every week, it seems.
We're Probably Going to Cure MS
Adults Science
You've probably heard of multiple sclerosis, especially if you're a fan of The West Wing. But can we ever cure MS? Yes. But also, no. But also, probably? It's complicated.
Ocean Wonders: A Symphony Of Smells
Youth Science
Hold your breath—but not your nose—as we explore olfaction in the ocean.
The Paradox of an Infinite Universe
Adults Science
What is outside of the universe? We know that the universe had a beginning 14 billion years ago and that it has been expanding ever since.
3 Mysteries of the Universe
Adults Science
We're still in the dark about what 95 percent of our universe is made of — and the standard model for understanding particle physics has hit a limit.
What Happens AFTER Nuclear War?
Adults Science
This video was made possible through a grant by Open Philanthropy.
The Science Behind The Colours Animals See
Kids Science
A team of researchers from the University of Sussex in the U.K. and George Mason University in the U.S. used a modified camera to record nature as it might be seen by other animals.
The Trillion Dollar Equation
Adults Science
The most famous equation in finance, the Black-Scholes/Merton equation, came from physics.
What Is Ambergris?
Youth Science
Our researcher Dr James Rule explains what ambergris is made of and why we’ve become so fond of it.
Why Are All Humans Unique? Meiosis: Crash Course Biology
Adults Science
Ever wonder why we aren’t exact clones of our parents, or why siblings aren’t exactly alike? The reason traces back to meiosis. In this episode of Crash Course Biology, we’ll discover how egg and sperm cells get made and learn why you’re a totally unique remix of your parents’ DNA.
What's The Smallest Animal On Earth?
Youth Science
Are you wondering: What's the smallest animal on Earth? This question came from Brady, a student from Canada.
Why Climbers Trust Rubber With Their Lives
Adults Science
Why is rubber so “sticky”? Why does rubber consistently have one of the highest coefficients of friction?
Why Does Everything Decay Into Lead
Adults Science
If you look at a copy of the periodic table, you might notice that basically every element after lead is labelled as radioactive.
Are We Made Of Stardust?
Youth Science
Our planetary scientist Dr Ashley King reveals how the big bang, stars and supernovas helped make life possible.
Weird Things Animals Do During Eclipses
Adults Science
For centuries, humans have reported animals freaking out during solar eclipses, like birds falling from the sky and bees hiding in their hives, but the animals most affected by eclipses might be us.
What You Need To Know About Europa
Youth Science
Exploring this ocean world with our Europa Clipper spacecraft could provide new clues in our search for life beyond Earth.