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Unlocking Medical Breakthroughs: The Importance of Human Tissue Donation
The video highlights the establishment of a Human Tissue Bank at De Montfort University, which receives donated human tissue for medical research purposes. While not suitable for transplantation, the tissue proves valuable for studying...
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Unraveling the Mystery: New Tests on Tutankhamun's Mummy
In this video, the opening of the sarcophagus of Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun is discussed, as well as the attempts to determine the cause of his death. The video presents conflicting theories, with some suggesting he may have died from...
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Boudicca of Wales: The Warrior Princess Whose Name Became A Battle-Cry
Little is known about Gwenllian ferch Gruffydd, but she became a symbol for Welsh pride and independence, and for centuries her name became a battle-cry. This video looks at what we know of the 'Boudicca of Wales', and the dramatic and...
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The Controversial Life and Legacy of George Best: A Football Icon
This video discusses the controversial personal life of George Best, a legendary football player, and the numerous books that have been written about him. It highlights his marriages, including allegations of violence, and the insights...
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What is a Pre-mortem? ...and how do you run one?
In this video, I answer the questions, what is a Pre-mortem and how do you run one? A Pre-mortem is a technique devised by Gary Klein, which he documents in his excellent book, The Power of Intuition: https://geni.us/2mYQYLK It is a way...
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Are Roller Coasters Actually Good For Your Brain?
Roller coasters have the power to heal. Host Joe Hanson explores the world of coasters, exploring the safety protocols ride engineers consider in designing them and the impact they have on the human body. We learn about how the...
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How America’s Hottest City is Innovating to Survive
In this episode, we delve into the latest science of the “urban heat island” effect, learn about the looming threat of a potential “Katina-like event” that threatens their electrical grid, and explore the gamut of options being pursued...
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Crusader Kings Family Tree | Kingdom of Jerusalem
Crusader Kings Family Tree | Kingdom of Jerusalem
Weird History
What Life Was Really Like for the Average Spartan
Sparta had one of the most respected and fiercest fighting forces of their era. Daily life in ancient Sparta supported the military machine to the point where all other aspects of life revolved around it. From the time a Spartan was born...
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Exploring the Wonders of the Dead Sea: The Lowest Place on Earth
The video explores the fascinating characteristics of the Dead Sea, known for its high salt content and buoyancy. It highlights the unique experience of visiting this landlocked body of water, where swimming is impossible due to the...
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Landmarks - Tower of London
TOWER OF LONDON OVER THE CENTURIES, OUT-OF-FLAVOR QUEENS, POLITICAL CONSPIRATORS, RELIGIOUS DISSIDENTS AND THOSE WHO SIMPLY CROSSED THE RULING MONARCH HAVE ALL BEEN IMPRISONED AT THE TOWER OF LONDON. IT STILL CONTRIBUTES TO A GRUESOME...
Science ABC
Arachnophobia: Why Are People Scared of Spiders?
The emotion a spider elicits is not just fear but a combination of fear, disgust, and creepiness. Psychologists reckon that we have evolved to feel disgust or revulsion to prevent us from consuming or contacting things that might be a...
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Toxic
Poisonous, capable of causing death or serious illness by chemical means. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...
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Blood Transfusion: Falklands
Lessons from the frontline: why the experiences of soldiers in the Falklands War made doctors rethink how they treat severe trauma wounds. Biology - Human Body - Learning Points. During the Falklands conflict, wounded soldiers in the...
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White dwarf
A small, extremely dense star characterised by high temperature and luminosity, no longer capable of nuclear fusion. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Bee Stings
When and why do bees sting? And what happens in the human body when they do? Why are bee stings only a nuisance to some people, but life threatening to others? Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. Bees sting people to protect...
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Hurricane Katrina: Part 2
In 2005, New Orleans was devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The city had flood defences which were meant to protect it. Why did these fail and could this happen again? Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. Hurricane Katrina hit New...
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Sexual Selection
Learn how sexual selection governs mate choice, but also drives the evolution of species. Examples of physical and behavioural, intra and inter species sexual selection. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. Selecting a...
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Harmful Drugs: Heroin
Heroin is found in many different powdered forms, often mixed with other dangerous substances. How does Heroin affect the brain, and how does this make it one of the most dangerous drugs? Biology - Healthy Living - Heroin is a drug made...
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Death of the Sun
The Sun is dying, getting hotter as it goes. Eventually it will shrink into a black dwarf, but life will have vanished long before. Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. The Sun is 5 billion years old and will begin to die in 5...
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Big Al
How scientists pieced together the life and death of an Allosaurus called "Big Al" by studying his bones. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. Big Al is one of the most complete dinosaur skeletons ever discovered. His...
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Malnutrition
Malnutrition is the biggest risk to health worldwide. It has become a common problem in the developing world. What is it and how does it develop? Biology - Healthy Living - Malnutrition is a chronic lack of nutrients. Malnutrition is the...
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Obesity - Global Health Issue
Over 500 million people suffer from obesity worldwide, posing a significant risk to health. Discover how a combination of fat rich diets and lack of exercise are at the root of the problem. Biology - Healthy Living - Learning Points....
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Overpopulation
The global population is growing rapidly and soon the world could be overpopulated. Life as we know it could become unsustainable. What can we do to avoid this? Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. There are over 7.5...