Tiny Bombs in your Blood - The Complement System
Adults Human
One of the key players of our immune system is the complement system. An army of millions and trillions of tiny bombs, which work together in a complex and elegant dance to stop intruders in your body.
What's The Dirtiest Room In Your House?
Adults Human
We're talking about germs, okay? How gross are we talking?
The Bacteria That Made Life Possible Are Now Killing Us
Adults Human
Thanks to the St. Croix Watershed Research Station for sponsoring this video!
A brief history of cannibalism
Adults Human
Human cannibalism is a lot more common than you might think. Dive into its complex history and see its uses in medicine, cultural rituals and in times of survival.
Most Hardcore Soldier: Spartan
Adults Human
What was life like for a Spartan solider in ancient Greece? Was it anything like the movie "300"? In today's educational cartoon we are going back to the ancient times to look at how the warrior Spartans lived.
What Shark Is Attacking Tourists?
Adults Human
After multiple attacks in the tourist hot spot, the Seychelles, researchers try to determine which type of shark is the culprit.
Ancient Rome’s most notorious doctor
Adults Human
Learn about the Greek physician and philosopher Galen of Pergamon, whose experiments and discoveries changed medicine.
Why Apollo Astronauts Trained at a Nuclear Test Site
Adults Human
Apollo astronauts trained in nuclear bomb craters at the Nevada National Security Site. But why?Thanks Audible!
What Does Xanax Really Do To Your Body?
Adults Human
What is Xanax or Alprazolam? A popular drug of choice for teens and adults has some pretty bad side effects when used incorrectly.
Why We Should Invest In Rat Massage
Adults Human
Basic research can seem wasteful, but it's actually a great economic investment.
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Death
Adults Human
The Dolan Twins, Cardi B and even YOU are going to die. So, this is how science can help you cope with death.
Where does NASA keep the Moon Rocks?
Adults Human
A HUGE thank you to Andrea Mosie - Lab Manager
What Happens To Your Body If You Get Stabbed?
Adults Human
The answer isn't just "YOU DIE"! *puts away katana*
How to Turn Cancer Against Itself
Adults Human
This video was made in partnership with the Swiss National Science Foundation.
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Death
Adults Human
The Dolan Twins, Cardi B and even YOU are going to die. So, this is how science can help you cope with death.
What makes TB the world's most infectious killer?
Adults Human
Learn why tuberculosis, TB, is the world’s most infectious disease and how medical advancements are improving treatment.
Primitive Technology
Adults Human
Primitive Technology: Polynesian Arrowroot Flour
What If We Just Burned All Our Trash?
Adults Human
With Starbucks banning plastic straws and zero waste on trend, is the solution to plastic pollution and climate change burning all the trash?
How to Turn Cancer Against Itself
Adults Human
This video was made in partnership with the Swiss National Science Foundation.
How Many Spiders Do You Swallow in Your Sleep?
Adults Human
Do you swallow spiders in your sleep?
I Waterproofed Myself With Aerogel!
Adults Human
Aerogel has extraordinary properties but it can be tough to work with. This video looks at modifying aerogels to take advantage of their unique characteristics.