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What can you do after a PhD in physics?

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These are the ideas and plans that my friends have for after they finish a PhD in physics. There is a general optimism in the transferable skills taught through physics such as data analysis and programming. This video is one in a series of three videos s
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Why Is The Universe So Empty? (ft. PHD Comics!)

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A collaboration with Jorge Cham and Daniel Whiteson. Their book: http://www.WeHaveNoIdea.com Don’t miss our next video! SUBSCRIBE! ►► http://bit.ly/iotbs_sub ↓↓↓ More info and sources below ↓↓↓ Why is the universe organized the way it is? And why is it so
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Einstein's PhD thesis

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Einstein's thesis PDF (German): https://www.research-collection.ethz.ch/bitstream/handle/20.500.11850/139872/eth-30378-01.pdfAn explanation of the thesis from Princeton Press: http://www.csun.edu/~dchoudhary/Physics-Year_files/ed_diss.pdfAn explanation of
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Can YOU Solve It? This Question Stumped 75% Of PhD Economists

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Introductory economics courses cover the concept of an opportunity cost. Can you figure out the opportunity cost for the problem in the video? This video presents a question that surprisingly more than 75% of PhD economists did not answer correctly. Paper
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Strange Unexplained Cosmic Rays (ft PhD Comics)

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The fastest particles ever detected in the universe are still a mystery to science. Get your first two months of Curiosity Stream free by going to http://curiositystream.com/physicsgirl and using the promo code “physicsgirl” Cosmic rays are particles from
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How to become a physicist

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Some Australian physics PhD students share their advice for people wanting to pursue a PhD and thus take a major step towards becoming a physicist. This video is one in a series of three videos sharing advice from PhD students, filmed whilst on a student
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The World's Biggest Batteries Aren't What You Think

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When you think of batteries, you might think of the thing your watch or car needs to run. But as we move toward producing and storing more renewable energy (like solar and wind) we have to start thinking bigger. In this episode of #Untold, a new #YouTubeL
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Cellulose: From Trees to Explosives

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Cellulose is everywhere. In fact, it is the most abundant organic molecule on the Earth! Its in (but not limited to) our food, clothing, and plastics, and the cellulose compound nitrocellulose is used in explosives but also in things like x-rays, early si
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How Much Do Cloth Masks Protect You From Getting the Coronavirus?

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The CDC is recommending that the general public wear cloth face masks to help decrease everyones chances of getting COVID-19. So how does the virus that causes COVID-19SARS-CoV-2spread? And how much could cloth face masks help stop it? We contacted some e
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What Meteors Reveal About Earths Hidden Past

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Our planet has been rocked by many-a-meteorite, and theyve left not just themselves as space debris but also craters and even molecules needed for life. Now weve started to travel to them, and they might be a key part of our forays into deep space. In thi
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The Great MOLASSES Flood of 1919

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When you think molasses, you probably think slow, sticky, or totally boring, but in January, 1919, a tsunami wave of molasses destroyed Bostons North End, killing 21 people and leaving another 150 injured. In this episode of #Untold, a new #YouTubeLearnin
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UNTOLD | The Loneliest Whale

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Out in the deep swims an elusive whale who has never been seen, but has been heard for years. The whale sings a song outside the normal whale-song frequency. Does that mean none of its fellow whales can understand it? In this episode of #Untold, a new #Yo
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The Terrifying (but Awesome) Science Behind Red Tides

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Maybe you already knew that deadly algal tides discolor ocean waves, deplete the water of oxygen, and release toxins that can kill a huge range of ocean critters, but did you know that the tiny organisms that cause red tides are also an extremely importan
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What Could An Explosion On the Sun Do Here On Earth?

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The sun is essential plant food thats heating our planet, but we dont often think about the wild things happening on and below its surface. In this episode of #Untold, a new #YouTubeLearning series from ACS, PBS, and YouTube, we talk about those wild thin
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Whatever Happened to the Ozone Hole? A Story of A/C, Atoms, and CFCs

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It might feel like theyre making us cooler, but refrigerators and air conditioning are actually making our world warmer. Yes, they use a huge amount of electricity, but many older cooling methods also released tons of molecules that are still hanging arou
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What Constellations Mean to Different Cultures | Fate & Fabled

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The stars have guided and entertained us for thousands of years. Here we explore some of the messages people have seen in the stars through the millennia and look forward to how we might relate to the stars in the future.Hosted by Dr. Moiya McTier & Dr. E
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Seeing Your Breath: Using Science to Choose the Proper Mask

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Working with Stanford scientists, we at the Exploratorium modified our Giant Mirror exhibit to allow us to observe small changes in the temperature of moving air. In this video, we use Giant Mirror to collect evidence about which face coverings work best
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Why Does Fall Smell So gOOd? (feat. @PBS Eons @Alex Dainis )

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Thank you to Target for supporting PBS. You can learn more at: https://target.com/communityShare your story today: https://to.pbs.org/3izZeXhWe asked people across the country What does fall mean to you?, and most of them couldnt stop talking about fall s
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Why Don’t Antarctic Fish Freeze to Death?

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Fish living in the oceans around Antarctica seem like they should freeze to death. But notothenioids have it all figured out, thanks to the antifreeze proteins in their blood! Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com/ACSReaction
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Challenger: The Real Story of an Avoidable Disaster

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On January 28, 1986, the Challenger Space Shuttle broke apart just 73 seconds into its flight. All seven crew members aboard were killed and space travel was changed forever. In this episode of #Untold, a new #YouTubeLearning series from ACS, PBS, and You
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How to Make Magnetic Slime

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PBSDS Survey: https://www.pbsresearch.org/c/r/Reactions_YTvideoThis week on Reactions our writer, Sam, skips work to make some slime! Check it out to learn how you, too, can use easy-to-get items to make magnetic and colored slime.Subscribe! http://bit.ly
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Could a Polio Vaccine Stop the Coronavirus Pandemic?

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The COVID-19 pandemic has scientists considering a few less-conventional options while vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 are being developed. One option might be the oral #polio #vaccine. We chatted with one of the researchers proposing the ideaDr. Robert Gallo
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Thanksgiving Turkey Compilation

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Enjoy this compilation of Thanksgiving turkey chemical deliciousness! We’re celebrating the holiday with our favorite food science bits and pieces. More PBS Digital Studios Goodness here! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1mtdjDVOoOqKjV9WNrIXRphDssM
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Fact or Fiction: Uncooked Rice is Bad for Birds

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You may have heard that throwing rice at weddings will hurt wild birds. But we’re here to say that myth isn’t backed up by the science -- and we can prove it with chemistry. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com/ACSReactions
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How to Survive the Snow and Ice

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From artificial snow to how to deal with a car stuck in slush, here’s our chilly compilation of snow and ice chemistry! Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com/ACSReactions Twitter! http://twitter.com/ACSReactions Instagram! ht
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Coronavirus Drugs: Where Are We and What's Next?

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Antiviral drugs could help us fight the new coronavirus, but we dont currently have a highly potent and effective antiviral that cures COVID-19. Why not? We called a few virologists to find out.You might also like:Gilead's remdesivir gets emergency use au
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How Did Climate Change Help Turn the Sky Orange?

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Why was the West Coast sky bright orange? This week we break down the Mars-like haze and how climate change is involved. #orangesky #climatechange #wildfiresTake the PBS Digital Studios annual survey: http://to.pbs.org/2020surveyYou might also like:How Ar
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Citrus Scent DEBUNKED!

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So we really messed up on this one. Even we can have a difficult time with R and S Limonene! We appreciate your patience with this video and here it is for the final time. Rest assured everything in here is accurate and correct. We messed up! A while ago
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What Makes Kimchi So Delicious?

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It’s the fermented food most requested by you, the viewers! What makes kimchi sour and spicy, yet also surprisingly rich and buttery? This week on Reactions, it’s the chemistry of kimchi. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com
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Computer Scientist Explains One Concept in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED

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Computer scientist Amit Sahai, PhD, is asked to explain the concept of zero-knowledge proofs to 5 different people; a child, a teen, a college student, a grad student, and an expert. Using a variety of techniques, Amit breaks down what zero-knowledge proo
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Can Soap REALLY "Kill" the Coronavirus?

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Constantly being told to wash your hands? Us too. So were diving into the chemistry behind why soap is so effective against viruses like the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.Find us on all these places:Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactionsFacebook! http:/
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How to Get Rid of Skunk Smell

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Skunks are nocturnal animals that prefer to keep to themselves. However, when they sense danger, this lurking purveyor of biochemical warfare unleashes its primary defense mechanism: a nasty-smelling spray. Similar to tear gas, the scent is so strong it c
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Why Flamingos Are Pink and so STRONG

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Flamingos may be synonymous with tacky lawn ornaments, but we’re here to tell you they’re one of the most hardcore animals on the planet. They survive where almost nothing else can. And they’re pink too. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! htt
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This Tea Changes Colors. Why?

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This beautiful, color-changing tea is all over TikTok and Instagram. This week Sam and George add different things (some not drinkable!) to the tea to play with its spectacular colors. #butterflytea #blueflowertea #blueteaImportant note: One way to figure
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Why Do Clothes Shrink in the Wash?

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Knowing the do’s and don’ts of washing your clothes can be difficult, but chemistry has got your back. With a quick lesson in textile chemistry, you’ll be able to understand the different fabrics that make up your clothes. This week on Reactions, we’ll ex
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How Does Hair Dye Work?

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Whether you need a disguise to run from the law or are just trying to emulate *NSYNC-era frosted tips, you may need some chemical assistance to put the hue in your do. But in order to understand how today’s hair salon works, the story of hair color really
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Fruit Fly Guts with Leslie! | Lab Next Door

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I visit my friend Leslie to talk about fruit flies, guts, stem cells, and poop! Trying to document grad school one YouTube video at a time, from lab equipment to genetics lessons to interviews with other students! Each week is a new view into life as a gr
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Can Antibodies From Llamas Help Us Fight COVID-19?

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Scientists are considering some less-conventional approaches to tackle the COVID-19 #pandemic. One of those approaches is using #antibodies from llamas to fight off #SARCoV2, or to keep it from infecting you in the first place. We chatted with one scienti
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Does Shaving Cream Do Anything?

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Whether you rock sideburns or baby-smooth legs, all shavers share one concern –– the threat of razor-sharp metal. But luckily, shaving cream packs the right chemistry to keep us looking good while protecting our sensitive skin. What is this fantastic foam
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How Does Low-Dose Aspirin Work?

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You ever see those commercials suggesting people take a tiny dose of aspirin every day? It’s an amount so small it doesn’t really work for pain relief, yet taking low-dose aspirin is fairly common, among those at risk for heart attacks or stroke. Here’s w
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Can Plastic Be Composted?

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Thanks to the demands of eco-conscious consumers, biodegradable and compostable plastics are cropping up everywhere. Are these green plastics the solution to our throwaway lifestyle? Well -- it’s complicated. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook
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White, Green, Black, and Oolong Tea: What's the Difference?

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Did you know that many different types of tea come from the same plant? It’s pretty amazing, considering the various flavors and colors, but what really sets each tea apart are the chemical changes that happen in the leaves during production. This week on
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The Top 5 Strangest Poisons That Can Kill You

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There are some crazy poisons in this world of ours, and theyre often found in things youd least expect. In this weeks episode of Reactions, we break down our top 5. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactionsFacebook! http://facebook.com/ACSReactionsTwitter! ht
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Is White Chocolate Actually Chocolate?

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Today we’re showing our love for the redheaded stepchild of the chocolate world, white chocolate. It may lack the rich flavor of milk chocolate and the glossy brown color of dark chocolate. Many people even argue it’s not really chocolate at all. What is
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What Does the Moon Smell Like?

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After walking on the Moon astronauts hopped back into their lunar lander, bringing Moon dust with them. They were surprised, and perplexed, to find that it smelled like spent gunpowder. This week on Reactions, learn why Moon dust might smell like the afte
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You're Using Disinfectants Wrong. Here's What You Actually Need to Do.

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Sure, youve got a product that says kills germs under your sink, but will it really destroy the new coronavirus on surfaces? Turns out that if youre using a disinfectant like a regular cleaner, you might not actually be disinfecting at all. To make sure y
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Scientific Poster | What is this thing?!

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What are scientific posters and how are they used? And which snack should you position yourself by for maximum poster exposure? Trying to document grad school one YouTube video at a time, from lab equipment to genetics lessons to interviews with other stu
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Neuroscientist Explains the Laurel vs. Yanny Phenomenon | WIRED

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The Laurel vs. Yanny debate is taking the internet by storm. WIRED's Louise Matsakis speaks with Tyler Perrachione, PhD, about why certain people hear Laurel when playing the now-infamous audio clip and others hear Yanny. Still haven’t subscribed to WIRED
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Do Astronauts Need Sunscreen?

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How do astronauts survive the deadly radiation of deep space? NASA is still figuring out how to protect astronauts from cosmic radiation -- like plastic shielding and magnetic deflectors. Learn more about National Chemistry Week here! https://www.acs.org/
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How is Leather Made?

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How does animal hide become leather? We still don’t fully understand the chemistry of tanning, but the basic steps are thousands of years old. In this week’s episode of Reactions, learn how leather is made. More PBS Digital Studios Goodness here! https://
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How Did the 80s Get Hair So Big?

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The 80s was a decade full of neon leg warmers, power ballads, and big hair. But how did we get that big hair so bad it’s good? A little bit of teasing and a lot of chemistry. This week Ms. Beautyphile helps us tackle the science behind perms and crimping
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Hydrangeas and the Science of Do-Overs

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We tried to use chemistry to change hydrangea flowers from red to blue. It didn’t work the first time, so we tried again. Science: It’s all about the do-over. Because experiments aren’t just for fun -- the whole point is to learn something about the world
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How Plastic Recycling Actually Works

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Check out REInventors here!: http://youtube.com/pbsreinventors What happens to plastic bottles when you recycle them? Do they get made into fresh bottles, or do they become something else? This week on Reactions, learn why it's easier to turn bottles into
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Part 2: How Does New Genetic Information Evolve? Gene Duplications

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Help fund us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/statedclearly In our first animation of this series we learned how point mutations can edit genetic information. Here we see how duplication events can dramatically lengthen the genetic code of an individua
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How Do You Catch Fruit Flies?

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You catch more flies with honey than with vinegar--or do you? This week on Reactions, we explain the chemistry behind why fruit flies love vinegar so much, some entomologists call them “vinegar flies.” Check out Storycast “Tacos of Texas,” here!: https://
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A psychologist debunks the claim that fidget spinners help kids focus

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Fidget spinners are everywhere these days. You can buy them on any street corner for a few dollars, and both kids and adults are obsessed with them. The companies that make these hot new gadgets claim they help relieve stress and anxiety and can help kids
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Why Does Fertilizer (Sometimes) Explode?

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Ammonium nitrate has been involved in dozens of disasters and terrorist attacks but, under normal circumstances, its totally harmless. What turns it deadly? #beirut #explosive #ammoniumnitrateFind us on all these places:Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactio
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How Do Hydrangeas Change Colors?

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Learn more about CuriosityStream at https://curiositystream.com/reactions (CODE: reactions) Savvy gardeners know that they can fine-tune they color of their hydrangea blooms by just changing the soil pH. But what does pH have to do with color? Subscribe!
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Forgery Experts Explain 5 Ways To Spot A Fake | WIRED

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Forensic scientist Thiago Piwowarczyk and art historian Jeffrey Taylor PhD examine a purported Jackson Pollock painting and use their expertise to determine if the painting is legitimate or a forgery. Still haven’t subscribed to WIRED on YouTube? ►► http:
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Should Santa Wear a Flame Retardant Suit?

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Flame-retardant chemicals can slow the spread of fire in homes and garments. But are these compounds naughty or nice? This week on Reactions, we ask whether old Saint Nick might want a flame-retardant suit...or choose to opt out. More PBS Digital Studios
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Why Does Humidity Feel Gross?

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Relative humidity, dew point, heat index... trying to figure out what to wear from all these buzzy weather words is enough to make you sweat! But fear not, today we're giving you a break down on how to use the local weather report to your advantage, and h
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Are We Running Out of Helium?

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Did you realize that just like certain animals here on Earth, there are endangered elements too? For example, we’re constantly losing helium, a gas that defies gravity and escapes our atmosphere into space. This incredible element is in high demand all ov
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Drifting With The Ice: Life On An Arctic Expedition

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For five months in 2015, a team of researchers drifted with polar ice, their ship tethered to an ice floe as they collected data to help them better understand how the loss of sea ice will affect the planet. The air above the Arctic Ocean has warmed on av
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How Does Tear Gas Work?

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CS gas is one of the most common tear gases used in the United States today, but did you know its not actually a gas? We break down why it causes so much pain and the best ways to recover if youre hit with it. A reminder: were not doctors! Please contact
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Why Tardigrades are Some of the Most Hardcore Critters on the Planet

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It can survive drying out, extreme heat and cold, and even exposure to vacuum. The humble tardigrade can be found practically anywhere there’s enough water for it to live, and quite a few places there isn’t. This weird, ugly-cute little guy’s secret comes
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Inverters, How do they work ?

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Inverters have taken a prominent role in the modern technological world due to the sudden rise of electric cars and renewable energy technologies. Inverters convert DC power to AC power. They are also used in Uninterruptible Power Supplies, Control of Ele
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Physicist Explains One Concept in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED

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Theoretical physicist Sean Carroll, PhD, is challenged to explain the concept of dimensions to 5 different people; a child, a teen, a college student, a grad student, and an expert. Still havent subscribed to WIRED on YouTube? http://wrd.cm/15fP7B7 Get mo
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Why Do My Dogs Paws Smell Like Fritos?

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Do your dogs paws smell like Fritos? This week we explore why. #fritopaws #cornchippaws #cheetopaws #dogpawsYou might also like:Why Do Wet Dogs Stink? + Other Canine Chemistryhttps://youtu.be/X9AozZLZnCU Worlds Deadliest (& Cutest) Animalshttps://youtu.be
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What the Smell of Freshly Cut Grass Really Means...

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Spring is in the air! It’s time to mow the lawn and breathe in the smell of freshly cut grass. But this pleasant springtime scent may actually be a chemical cry for help. In the latest Reactions episode, we explain how plants communicate, their chemical r
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Laser Expert Explains One Concept in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED

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Donna Strickland, PhD, winner of the 2018 Nobel Prize in Physics and a professor at the University of Waterloo, is challenged to explain lasers to 5 different people; a child, a teen, a college student, a grad student, and an expert.Still havent subscribe
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Why Are Antibody Tests Failing?

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Many people are wondering if that bad cold they had back in February or March was actually the new coronavirus. In principle, an antibody test could tell you that, but most of the tests out there right now arent very good. We chatted with David Kroll to l
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What is Natto?

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It’s a much-loved, protein-packed Japanese food standby. It’s also made of slimy, stinky soybeans. By popular request, this week Reactions is all about the chemistry of natto. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com/ACSReaction
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What would a world without prisons be like? | BBC Ideas

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We take prisons, or jails, for granted - but how effective are they? And are there better alternatives? In this viewpoint, OU Senior Lecturer in Criminology, Dr David Scott, explores what a world without prisons might be like. For another perspective on p
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How Air Conditioning Works

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To beat the summer heat, we turn to air conditioning. But that sweet, cool relief isn’t magic: it’s the science of heat transfer and the chemistry of refrigerants. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com/ACSReaction
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Women in Chemistry: Heroes of the Periodic Table

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To honor women’s history month in the international year of the periodic table, today we wanted to share the story of two of chemistry’s most brilliant and bold women and their paths of elemental discovery -- because what they brought to the table changed
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Computer Scientist Explains Fractals in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED

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Computer scientist Keenan Crane, PhD, is asked to explain fractals to 5 different people; a child, a teen, a college student, a grad student, and an expert. Still havent subscribed to WIRED on YouTube? http://wrd.cm/15fP7B7 Listen to the Get WIRED podcast
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Finding the Best Hot Pepper Cures Using SCIENCE

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Its safe to say that were all trying to make sense of 2020 and Self-Evident is aimed at just that. Be sure to check it out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYs98uc0JjQHow do you stop pepper burn if you cant drink milk? This week Sam and George suffer for
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Nectarine = Mutant Peach?!

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What makes a peach a peach and a nectarine a nectarine? A single genetic mutation! Trying to document grad school one YouTube video at a time, from lab equipment to genetics lessons to interviews with other students! Each week is a new view into life as a
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This Particle Breaks Time Symmetry

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Increasing entropy is NOT the only process that's asymmetric in time.Check out the book: http://WeHaveNoIdea.comThis video was co-written by Daniel Whiteson and Jorge ChamYou can also check out PhD Comics: http://phdcomics.comSpecial thanks to Patreon sup
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Will It Kombucha?

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What is kombucha? And are there limits to what we can turn into kombucha? #kombucha #fermentation #ferment You might also like:How is Kimchi Made?https://youtu.be/DG4afs7C1XI What is Natto? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9a7LKle9AQWhat Are Century Eggs?
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Neuroscientist Explains One Concept in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED

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WIRED has challenged neuroscientist Daphna Shohamy, PhD, to explain memory to 5 different people; a child, teen, a college student, a grad student and an expert.Still havent subscribed to WIRED on YouTube? http://wrd.cm/15fP7B7 Listen to the Get WIRED pod
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How Seashells Are Made

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Learn more about CuriosityStream at https://curiositystream.com/reactions (CODE: reactions) If you know that seashells are made of basically the same stuff as chalk, you might have wondered why chalk is crumbly but seashells are super tough. This week on
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Zero G Ferrofluid Fail - (ft. e-penser & Veritasium)

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Try Squarespace at https://squarespace.com/physicsgirl and use code "PHYSICS" for a 10% discount. Check out Bruce’s zero g video on e-penser! https://youtu.be/lVTTpKShVtE Check out Derek’s video on Veritasium! https://youtu.be/xdJwG_9kF8s The zero g plane
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Coronavirus Vaccine: Where Are We and What's Next?

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You might have heard that vaccine trials are currently underway in Seattle. What exactly is being tested? How much longer will these tests take? And when can we expect a vaccine against the novel coronavirus? We chat with Dr. Benjamin Neuman, one of the w
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The Zero Gravity Tower Preparing Us For Future Mars Missions

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A look inside Germany's zero gravity tower where its probing the most fundamental questions in science.Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker Watch more Focal Point | https://bit.ly/2s0cf7w Visit our shop at http://shop.seeker.com From astroph
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Astrophysicist Explains Gravity in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED

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Astrophysicist Janna Levin, PhD, is asked to explain the concept of gravity to 5 different people; a child, a teen, a college student, a grad student, and an expert. Levin is the Claire Tow Professor of Physics & Astronomy at Barnard College of Columbia U
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Storing Data in DNA?! w/ Dina Zielinski

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Could you store all of your computer files in DNA? I chat with researcher Dina Zielinski about her project to do just that! DNA Fountain Website: http://dnafountain.teamerlich.org/ Reddit AMA: https://www.reddit.com/r/science/comments/5xt0gl/science_ama_s
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The Chemical Origins of Life

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How did life get started on Earth? And how are we using what we know to look for it throughout the galaxy?You might also like:Why is Carbon the Key to Life? (On Earth, Anyway)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUiDwrM2YPISpace Mirrors and Other Weird Ways to
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The First Brachiosaurus

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Joyce Havstad, PhD holds the title Philosopher-in-Residence at The Field Museum.* We had the joy of interviewing her about some of the fascinating concepts she researches and explores -- in this case, what is a holotype? And how can paleontologists determ
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Parafilm | What is this thing?!

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What is this thing?! It's parafilm, a beloved lab staple! Thanks to Bemis for sending me some Parafilm, and to our summer lab students for being awesome! Another giant thank you to my Patreon supporters, including my amazing ribosomes: Marcel Ward Brad Fi
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Can Silver Nanoparticles Combat Your Stink?

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Some clothing makers try to harness the antibacterial power of silver to combat the smell of sweat from your workouts -- now with added nanotechnology. This week on Reactions, we ask: does it work? Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://fa
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Why Dog Food STINKS!

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Have you ever thought about how strange it is that dogs eat these dry, weird smelling bits of food for their entire lives and never get sick of them? This truly is a scientific puzzle and there are many different types of dog food formulas on the market.
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Protecting Endangered Vegetables

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You’ve heard talk about protecting endangered animals, but what about endangered vegetables? It’s a crisis that’s come about with the worldwide rise of industrial farming—many indigenous veggies simply aren’t being grown in great quantities anymore. Dr. P
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Sleep Scientist Explains One Concept in 5 Levels of Difficulty | WIRED

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Sleep scientist Aric A. Prather, PhD, is challenged to explain the topic of sleep to 5 different people; a child, a teen, a college student, a grad student, and an expert. What are some of the causes and consequences of insufficient sleep? Aric explains a
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BioDesign Studio! Field Trip to the Tech Museum

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I took a trip to the new BioDesign Studio at the Tech Museum in San Jose, California and got to play around with some cool, hands-on bioengineering! I've been able to play around in the space before, including with the bacterial painting and plasmid trans
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From Steel to Sword--Here's How Blacksmiths Mold Metal

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This video was created in celebration of this years National Chemistry Week theme: Marvelous Metals. Learn more about it here: http://www.acs.org/ncwThis week on Reactions we head to Portland, Oregon, and learn how blacksmithing is just as much chemistry
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How Does a Transistor Work?

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How does a transistor work? Our lives depend on this device.Support Veritasium on Patreon: http://bit.ly/VePatreonSubscribe to Veritasium - it's FREE! http://bit.ly/YSWpWmWhen I mentioned to people that I was doing a video on transistors, they would say "
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Decoding The Stars: A New Look At Astrology

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We're delighted to announce that... okay, okay, we're just kidding. This was a little April fools silliness. Read all about it here: http://rigb.org/blog/2016/april/2016-april-fools And subscribe for regular *real* science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRib
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Why Are We Dumping Fertilizer on Forest Fires?

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When wildfires break out on hot, windy days they pose a serious threat to people and the environment. This week on Reactions, learn how were using fertilizer to keep dangerous blazes at bay. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactionsFacebook! http://facebook.c
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This Gigantic Shark is a HUGE Mystery

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Jasmin joins PhD student and Minorities In Shark Sciences co-founder Jaida Elcock on her mission to find and tag a massive and mysterious shark: the basking shark. If Jaida can succeed at tagging the endangered animals, then she can understand where these
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25 Chemistry Experiments in 15 Minutes | Andrew Szydlo | TEDxNewcastle

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Whacky colour changes, magic disappearing water, blowing up dustbins, clouds of steam, thunder air explosions. Are you ready to fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the ‘explosive’ journey? In his talk, Andrew aims to promote chemistry as the scien
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How Pee Helped Win the Revolutionary War (Maybe...) - July 4th Special Episode

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Old school gunpowder is really called black powder, and it was so crucial to the Revolutionary War effort that we went to great (and gross) lengths to try and make it. This week on Reactions, find out what exactly those lengths were.Subscribe! http://bit.
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What Is Epigenetics? With Nessa Carey

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Why your DNA is not your destiny. Molecular biologist Nessa Carey presents an introduction to epigenetics and explains how it shapes life. Subscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibe DNA is a vitally important starting point for life,
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When Is It Winter On Other Planets?

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Try CuriosityStream today: http://curiositystream.com/smart Don’t miss our next video! SUBSCRIBE! ►► http://bit.ly/iotbs_sub ↓↓↓ More info and sources below ↓↓↓ Earth has seasons, but what about the rest of the planets in the solar system? Let’s take a to
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Infrared astronomy - with Matthew Bothwell

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Why does the universe look the way it does? The answer could lie in the massive, dusty, and star-producing galaxies that existed billions of years ago, and are invisible to the naked eye.Watch Matthew Bothwell's full lecture on 'The Invisible Universe': h
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Tell the Whole Story | The Crystal Gems Say Be Anti-Racist | Cartoon Network

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Visit http://crystalgemsspeakup.com to learn more.Black inventors, heroes, and leaders are often left out of history. Ask yourself as you're learning...who is the focus? Why? Question the story. The Crystal Gems say BE ANTI-RACIST! Written by Rebecca Suga
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Don't Deny It - Defy It | The Crystal Gems Say Be Anti-Racist | Cartoon Network

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The Crystal Gems say BE ANTI-RACIST! You have to acknowledge racism to act against it. Don't be silent, use your voice and privilege to help Stay tuned for more #antiracism PSA's from the Crystal Gems and visit http://crystalgemsspeakup.com to learn more.
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How Does Pepper Spray Work?

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Personal safety is something we all should take seriously. Whether it’s walking down a dark street at night or fighting off grizzly bears on the trail, pepper spray is an effective tool to fend off an attacker and get safely away. But have you ever though
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Are Vampires Real? Of Course Not, But . . .

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Check out Monstrum: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO6nDCimkF79NZRRb8YiDcAHalloween season wouldnt be what it is without the undead. This week on Reactions, we unpack the chemistry that may have inspired one of our favorites: the vampire. When you think
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DNA family secrets - with Turi King

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What's behind the rise in the use of DNA in genealogy and forensics? Find out with the BBC's favourite genealogist, Professor Turi King, including the first immigration case and her work identifying the bones of King Richard III.Watch the Q&A with Turi he
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How Zero-G Planes Work

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The European Space Agency offered me a seat on their zero-g plane: it's an Airbus A310 that flies parabolic maneuvers, pulling up into the sky and then arcing back down, giving its passengers about 20 seconds of weightlessness (or "microgravity") at a tim
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The Extreme World Of Ultra Intense Lasers - With Kate Lancaster

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The most powerful lasers in the world can be used to make some of the most extreme conditions possible on earth, and are revolutionising science. Dr Kate Lancaster leads you through this extreme world with demonstrations along the way. http://bit.ly/RiSub
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The Null Hypothesis

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While I was trying to read a script to a camera in zero-g, the student researchers behind me were trying to prove their own ideas -- or rather, to disprove their "null hypothesis". Let's talk about how science works -- and have a look at one of the teams
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Will This Pop a Balloon?

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Have you ever popped a balloon with just an orange peel? This chemistry party trick is a classic demo of how solvents work. Learn about the science of why like dissolves like! Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com/ACSReaction
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Would YOU Eat Bugs For Thanksgiving?

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Follow me to The Brain Scoop: https://youtu.be/6vOzt-YQjIAWere on PATREON now! Join the community https://www.patreon.com/itsokaytobesmart More info and sources below SUBSCRIBE so you dont miss a video! http://bit.ly/iotbs_sub People say insects are the f
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The Secret to Roasting Amazing Potatoes According to Chemistry

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In the mood for more food science? Check out PBS Digital Studios newest show--Serving Up Science! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClJ8BxAuS5hDlTnlZoDPV5wMaking delicious roasted potatoes is all about finding the right texture and consistency. Here at Rea
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How and why do we measure time? - with Leon Lobo

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Why do we need to coordinate the way we measure time? And how do atomic clocks work? Find out with Leon Lobo, Head of the National Timing Centre (NTC) programme at the National Physical Laboratory. This video is part of our celebration of British Science
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Deconstructing the Science in Popular Films with Neil deGrasse Tyson | Podcast Highlights

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Neil deGrasse Tyson investigates the science of pop fiction and superheroes with comedian Chuck Nice and astrophysicist Charles Liu, PhD. We dive right into speed-of-light communication in space. If two parties are communicating light years away from each
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A Quick Introduction to Epigenetics - with Nessa Carey

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Epigenetic modifications change the likelihood of gene expression, and through it create phenotype changes, without altering the DNA sequence itself.Watch the full talk: https://youtu.be/9DAcJSAM_BANessa's book "The Epigenetics Revolution" is available fo
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The Strange Science of Why We Dream

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Take the PBS Digital Studios audience survey: https://to.pbs.org/2021surveyWere on PATREON! Join the community https://www.patreon.com/itsokaytobesmart More info and sources below It would be a lot easier to study the science of dreaming if we werent asle
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Can We Make Ocean Water Drinkable -- and Should We?

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We need water to survive--and Earth is covered in it! Unfortunately, almost all of that water is salty. In this weeks episode of Reactions find out why getting freshwater from ocean water is a lot trickier than you might imagine. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/
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Bacteria And Antibiotics: Revenge Of The Microbes

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What are bacteria? How do antibiotics work? And what can we do about increasing antibiotic resistance? Jenny Rohn, scientist and novelist, investigates the fascinating world of bacteria in this Friday Evening Discourse event from the Ri. Subscribe for reg
03:54
A Cloud Weighs. How Much?

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PBSDS Survey: https://www.pbsresearch.org/c/r/Reactions_YTvideoImagine 300 midsize cars floating above your head--thats how much your average fluffy cloud weighs. So why doesnt it come crashing down on you? This week on Reactions we explore the chemistry
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What Did John Snow Know About Cholera? - with James Grime

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Physician John Snow famously figured out the cause of a cholera outbreak using maths and statistics, and thereby helped to disprove the miasma theory of disease - that people get ill from 'bad air'.Subscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSub
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What Happens to Your Body at Different Ages?

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Aging. The body is changing! The back is aching!Get Elevant today!: https://elevant.co/?ref=LifeNogginEnter to become a Life Noggin Character!: https://gleam.io/v0Qft/life-noggin-giveawayWatch more Life Noggin: "The Last of Us Fungus" https://www.youtube.
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Titanic: The ONLY Genuine Footage - Verified By Experts

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Incredibly rare, genuine & authenticated. This stunning footage is the OLDEST AND ONLY known remaining film of Titanic above water. Combined with footage from the wreck - utterly beautiful and heartbreaking. Ever since Titanic was lost at sea that fat
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See Color | The Crystal Gems Say Be Anti-Racist | Cartoon Network

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It's important to SEE people in all their beautiful COLORS. When you see color and the unique experiences that come from it, you can recognize the role racism plays in our culture AND appreciate everyone and their diversity Stay tuned for more #antiracism
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What Happened At The Beginning Of Time? - with Dan Hooper

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Were learning more and more about the recent history of our universe, but how much do we really know about its very first few seconds?Dans book "At The Edge Of Time" is available now - https://geni.us/noTSAWatch the Q&A: https://youtu.be/Vjkj0m9YgcAEver s
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Can You Take Expired Medications?

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Description: Every medicine you buy has an expiration date printed on it somewhere, but does it actually go bad? This week on Reactions, we explain the chemistry of drug expiration dates. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com
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Burning Ice from the Ocean Floor

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This ice burns because it’s actually methane trapped in water. This week on Reactions, we talk about the chemistry of methane hydrates as a source of energy and a climate change threat. Learn more about our Earth Day celebration! www.acs.org/ccew Subscrib
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How Does Double Acting Baking Powder... Doubly Act?

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Take the PBSDS Annual Survey! https://to.pbs.org/2018YTSurvey Why does baking powder say “double acting” on the container? Is that better than single acting? This week on Reactions, we explain -- with chemistry! Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Faceb
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What are Eye Boogers?

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Watch PBS Eons! https://www.youtube.com/eons Eye crusties, sleep, sand, eye boogers. What’s that stuff in the corner of your eyes when you wake up? This week, Reactions explains the chemistry of the film that protects your eyes. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/A
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Surströmming: The Secrets of this Stinky Swedish Fish

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Surstromming, Swedish for sour herring, is legendary for its powerful stink. But it's all a result of the chemistry of preserving food. This week on Reactions, we learn about the world's smelliest food with help from the people who know it best. Find us o
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Why Do We Gain Fat? with Eugenia Cheng

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In this short clip from her talk 'How To Think Like A Mathematician', Eugenia Cheng explains how a whole web of interconnected factors cause us to gain fat. Watch the full talk: https://youtu.be/8emPcpfqPRUEugenia's book "The Art of Logic" is available no
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Is Superhero Strength Real?

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Youve probably heard stories about mothers lifting cars to save their baby trapped underneath--but is that just an urban myth? This week on Reactions we talk about superhero strength and the chemistry behind whats possible. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSRea
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The First Billion Years of the Universe - with Emma Chapman

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What happened after the Big Bang? When did the very first stars burst into life? Why are those stars were so unusual, and what they can teach us about the Universe today?Watch the Q&A: https://youtu.be/9zxsC68PJUIEmma's book "First Light" is available now
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Yellowstone Steaming Acid Pools of Death

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TAKE THE PBS DIGITAL SURVEY! https://to.pbs.org/2018YTSurvey Yellowstone National Park’s hot springs have incredible geochemistry thanks to being part of an actual volcano. But why are they so different, and why are some more dangerous than others?
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The US Military Gave Out Shark Repellent For Years. . . So Why Did They Stop?

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Download the PBS Video App: https://www.pbs.org/pbs-video-app/People have been developing different forms of shark repellent for decades--the military even issued a chemical shark repellent called Shark Chaser to pilots, sailors, and astronauts(!) from th
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The science of the self explained by a biologist | Michael Levin

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How do you emerge from a collection of cells? A biologist explains. This interview is an episode from @The-Well our publication about ideas that inspire a life well-lived, created with the @JohnTempletonFoundation .Subscribe to The Well on YouTube https:/
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The Million Dollar Equations - with Tom Crawford

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In the year 2000 it was announced that seven of the biggest unsolved problems in mathematics would each be given a $1million prize. Only one has been solved.Watch the Q&A: https://youtu.be/AFc7kGfLSIcSubscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiS
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Making Bayesian statistics fun - With Sophie Carr at Ada Lovelace Day

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Within each of us lies a superpower: a tool that can transform our discomfort into confidence if we only acknowledge that hidden within us is a statistician trying to get out. Embrace the realm of Bayesian statistics, where uncertainty becomes a playgroun
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We Tested Googles Tips for Getting Stains Out of Your Clothes. You're Welcome.

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Stained your shirt but dont have time for a spin cycle? Your first impulse is probably to whip out your phone and start Googling. But how reliable are the quick stain removal tips you come across? This week on Reactions, we try out a bunch of those tips a
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Social Security Cards Explained

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The Social Security card and number explained. Discuss this video: http://reddit.com/r/cgpgrey Sponsor: http://www.squarespace.com/grey Special Thanks: Stephen P. Morse, PhD. http://stevemorse.org Ralph Gross, Postdoctoral Fellow, Carnegie Mellon Universi
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The invisible universe, from supernova to black holes with Matthew Bothwell

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How different does the invisible Universe look from the home we thought we knew? What does the cosmos have in store for us beyond the phenomena we can see, from black holes to supernovas?Watch the Q&A: https://youtu.be/t8VUHQneRtcMatthew's book 'The Invis
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Why is Carbon the Key to Life? (On Earth, Anyway)

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One element is the backbone of all forms of life weve ever discovered on Earth: carbon. Number six on the periodic table is, to the best of our knowledge, impossible to live without. In this episode of Reactions, discover what makes carbon so exceptional,
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Why Does Stinky Cheese Stink?

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Some cheeses, like Epoisses, are so legendarily stinky they’re supposedly banned on public transit in France. It’s the chemistry of washed-rind cheeses that makes them such a smelly food. Subscribe! http://bit.ly/ACSReactions Facebook! http://facebook.com
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The ancient technology of silk - with Aarathi Prasad at Ada Lovelace Day

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From the ancient uses of silk to the biologists who learned the secrets of silk-producing animals: manipulating the habitats, physiologies, and threads of moths, spiders and molluscs, this talk will explore the work of some of the women who have been key
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Can You Walk In A Straight Line With Your Eyes Closed? With Dr Emily Grossman

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Have you ever tried walking in a straight line with your eyes closed? It’s remarkably hard to keep on track. Dr Emily Grossman explains why. Subscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibe Visual information plays a key role in the way we
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Why Is Itching Contagious? With Dr Emily Grossman

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Does watching this video make you itch? Dr Emily Grossman explains why the ‘social itch’ might have evolved. Subscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibe It’s well known that an itch can be contagious – seeing a person scratch can make
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Did NASA’s Twin Study Results Just Change Spaceflight Forever?

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The twin study is a revolutionary analysis of the molecular, physiological, and behavioral changes that happens to the human body in space in a year span. This is the first time it's ever been done and we're here to break it down for you. Keep an eye out
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John Tyndall: The Physicist Who Proved the Greenhouse Effect - with Paul Hurley

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John Tyndall worked on diamagnetism, explained why the sky is blue and discovered the mechanism for the greenhouse effect. He also gave hundreds of public lectures at the Ri, and was an avid mountaineer and poet. And all this before his beloved wife accid
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How To Stop Yourself Being Ticklish - With Dr Emily Grossman

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Are you ticklish? Dr Emily Grossman shows you how to use the science of tickling to stop yourself squirming when you're tickled. Subscribe for regular science videos: http://bit.ly/RiSubscRibe Why do we feel ticklish? Why does it make us laugh? It’s hard
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Biohacking our way to health with robot cells | Michael Levin

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This biologist built a living robot from frog cells and it could hold the key to the future of regenerative medicine:This interview is an episode from @The-Well, our publication about ideas that inspire a life well-lived, created with the @JohnTempletonFo
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3D printing artificial organs - Dr Antonia Pontiki at Ada Lovelace Day

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Find out how 3D printing technology can be used for vital healthcare. NOTE: This talk contains graphic medical images.3D printing shows great potential not just for customised healthcare solutions but also for prototyping and research. It is already being
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NASAs Ambitious Mission to Bring Martian Samples to Earth

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NASA's new Mars rover is launching this summer. It's humanity's first step to studying the Martian surface like never before, and its impact will be on par with the Apollo missions. Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker Watch more Focal Point
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The beauty of collective intelligence, explained by a developmental biologist | Michael Levin

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The strange science experiment that blew a worms head off and blew our minds.This interview is an episode from @The-Well, our publication about ideas that inspire a life well-lived, created with the @JohnTempletonFoundation.Subscribe to The Well on YouTub
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Playing 10000 Marbles - Marble Machine X #146

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Trying to play 10000 Marbles without fail! Will the Marble Machine X be able to do it? Video edited by Hannes Knutsson & Martin https://instagram.com/hannesknutsson Support the Marble Machine X Project: http://www.patreon.com/wintergatan https://teesp
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SUNSCREEN in UV

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How to Make Everything Video: https://youtu.be/lMXAY5F28L0 Veritasium Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9K6gjR07Po To learn more about CuriosityStream, go to http://curiositystream.com/physicsgirl Creator: Dianna Cowern Videography: Chris Peck, Dian
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How evolution creates problem-solving machines | Michael Levin

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Evolution doesnt fix things it reinvents them. Michael Levin, a biologist, explains.This interview is an episode from @The-Well, our publication about ideas that inspire a life well-lived, created with the @JohnTempletonFoundation. Subscribe to The Well o
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Whats Actually in the Pfizer and Moderna Coronavirus Vaccines?

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Curious what's inside the Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna vaccines? Let's go down the ingredient list one by one and find out why theyre all in there. Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker Watch more Elements! http://bit.ly/ElementsPlaylist Visit
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The Stickiest *Non-Sticky* Substance

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Adhesives based on gecko skin can hold huge weights without sticking to anything. Head to https://brilliant.org/Veritasium to start your free trial. The first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliants annual premium subscription.Thanks to Dr. Mark Cutkosky,
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The hidden world of animal consciousness - with David Pea-Guzmn

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Do animals dream? Join David Pea-Guzmn as he explores behavioural and neuroscientific research on animal sleep with philosophical theories of dreaming. Watch the Q&A here: https://youtu.be/LpI7zNHUFRQDavid's latest book 'When animals dream: the hidden wor
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Marble Machine X Plays Drums!

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”Yes!!! It works :) Check out the MMX Poster Here: https://teespring.com/stores/wintergatan I made a track to show the drums, you can download it for free here: https://wintergatan.bandcamp.com/ This was really difficult to achieve, i had to make se
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Is Civilization on the Brink of Collapse?

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What We Owe The Future is available now you can get it wherever you get your (audio)books or here: https://www.amazon.com/What-Owe-Future-William-MacAskill/dp/1541618629This video was sponsored by the author, Will MacAskill. Thanks a lot for the support.S
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This 3.2 Gigapixel Camera Will Record a Timelapse of the Universe

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The Vera C. Rubin Observatory will use the world's largest digital camera to capture the far reaches of the universe, and in the process, hope to tackle some of the most fundamental questions in science today. Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribes
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What Causes a Heart Attack?

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What is the leading cause of heart attacks worldwide? Subscribe to Seeker! http://bit.ly/subscribeseeker Watch more SICK | http://bit.ly/SICKplaylistAtherosclerosis. Thats athero, which talks about the vessels in our heart, plus sclerosis, which means fib
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Christmas Lectures 2022: Lecture 1/3 with Sue Black

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Discover the secrets of forensic science as Professor Dame Sue Black tells the story of a 1,000 year old skeleton, in the first of the Royal Institution's annual Christmas lectures for 2022. Watch the second lecture here: https://youtu.be/yIFcRjCq0TQWatch
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George Washington and How Vaccines Work?

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Vaccines are one of humanity’s greatest triumphs, and now save more lives than any other medical procedure. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccines were mostly deployed against viruses that had plagued humans for centuries, such as measles and smallp
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How Quantum Computers Break The Internet... Starting Now

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A quantum computer in the next decade could crack the encryption our society relies on using Shor's Algorithm. Head to https://brilliant.org/veritasium to start your free 30-day trial, and the first 200 people get 20% off an annual premium subscription.A

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