Curated Video
The Mystery of Zebra Stripes: Function and Behavior Revealed
This video explores the mysteries surrounding zebras and their unique striped coats. It discusses various theories about the purpose of these stripes, including camouflage, cooling systems, and fly deterrents. The video also highlights...
Curated Video
Why and how do we use X-rays in medicine
Have you ever wondered what are X-rays used for in medicine? And how do they work? Are X-rays dangerous? In this video, we will be answering all the lingering questions you may have about this popular medical imaging technique....
Curated Video
Discovering the Fascinating World of Dolphins
Dolphins are fascinating and intelligent mammals that captivate us with their playful nature and unique abilities. From their separate orifices for breathing and eating to their individual whistles for communication, dolphins showcase...
Curated Video
Trusting Ourselves: Building Confidence and Being Trustworthy
In this video, Pascal the porcupine teaches the importance of trustworthiness. He explains how trusting in our own abilities and being responsible can help us gain the trust of others. Through a story about a girl learning to ride a...
Curated Video
Only In India 4 - Body Piercing
Body Piercing:Willing participants challenge conventional norms by piercing their bodies with iron hooks, embracing the art and ritual of body piercing.
Curated Video
Moderation: Finding Balance in Life
In this video, the Oryx, one of the ten fastest mammals in the world, discusses the concept of moderation with the show's host, Jade. Through a story about a girl named Betty and her desire for chocolate cake, the Oryx explains the...
Debunked
These Survival Myths Could Actually Get You Killed
Our love of reckless recreation, and our fascination with ‘lost in the wilderness’ movies means that almost all of us could reel off at least a few survival tactics. The trouble is, are they reliable or could some of them actually make...
Weird History
The Gebelein Man, An Ancient Tattooed Murder Victim
Gebelein Man is part of the huge mummy collection on display at the British Museum in London. His story is quite different from the Egyptian mummies you might be picturing, though. Gebelein Man, along with his contemporary, Gebelein...
Veritasium
I Waterproofed Myself With Aerogel!
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.
Curated Video
Microchip Implants: Revolutionizing Medical Information Access or Privacy Concerns?
This video discusses the potential of a microchip that can be inserted under the skin, revolutionizing the way doctors access patient information. The chip, treated with Bio Bond, remains dormant until a scanner is used to activate it....
Curated Video
The Science and History of Soap: How it Cleans and Protects
In this video, the teacher explains the science behind soap and how it cleans our skin. They discuss how soap is made from fatty acids and salt, and how it emulsifies to mix with water and remove dirt and grime from our skin. The teacher...
Curated Video
Practical Cyber Hacking Skills for Beginners - HTML, CSS, JavaScript and PHP
Here, we will understand more about hypertext markup language (HTML), JavaScript, and the hypertext preprocessor.
Curated Video
Lab Safety PPE
Dr. Boyd explains appropriate attire for performing reactions in the lab. Appropriate lab attire is also known as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and is meant to minimize the chance for the researcher to be harmed by the reactions...
Veritasium
Is Dust Mostly Dead Skin?
Around half of airborne dust particles under 100um are skin scales. This is true for climates, regions and seasons where people live mostly indoors. The 1 to 2g of skin scales shed each 24 hours will end up in places where people are...
Veritasium
What Actually Causes Dandruff?
When I started this project, I wasn't sure what caused dandruff and I also didn't think much science would go into making a shampoo like Head & Shoulders. So what I learned really surprised me:
There are hundreds of scientists working...
Brave Wilderness
Stung by a Venomous Neon Caterpillar!
Get ready for DOUBLE the sting as Coyote Peterson takes on two caterpillar contenders in this episode! First up, the giant cecropia moth caterpillar with its bristling spiked defense. Then, the tiny but fierce saddleback caterpillar...
Seven Dimensions
Herpes: the Secret is Out
This is an engaging program with a dramatised case study. Herpes is a Sexually Transmissible Infection (STI). It is caused by two related viruses, herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). This program...
Science ABC
What Is Glue Made Of?
Glue is made from organic substances and was discovered back in ancient times. The earliest evidence of glue was found in the cave paintings of Neanderthals in Lascaux, France. The raw materials for the production of glue might be animal...
Science ABC
What If You Eat Mango Skin?
When it comes to eating fruits, there is an incredibly wide variety, as they come in all shapes and sizes, textures, flavors, and colors. When it comes to fruits like apples and grapes, most people know that its completely safe, and even...
Science ABC
What Color Were Dinosaurs?
In 2010, two papers came out a week apart describing the color patterns of two dinosaurs, Anchiornis and Sinosauropteryx. Anchiornis huxleyi showed vibrant red hues in its head feathers and black-and-white patterning on its wings....
Science ABC
Rigor Mortis, Livor Mortis, Pallor Mortis, Algor Mortis: Forensic Science Explains Stages of Death
Once a person dies, their body begins a process of decay. This process can be seen through certain external changes which are called post mortem signs of death. There are 4 postmortem signs of death - pallor mortis, algor mortis, rigor...
Science ABC
Immune System: Innate and Adaptive Immunity Explained
The immune system (or immunity) can be divided into two types - innate and adaptive immunity. This video has an immune system animation. The innate immune system consists of defenses against infection that are activated instantly as a...
Science ABC
Feels Like Temperature: What It Really Means and How It's Calculated
Measuring actual temperature consists of recording the air temperature from a thermometer that has been kept inside a Stevenson screen or by using any other appropriate instrument. “Feels like temperature,†on the other hand, is a...
Science ABC
Do Fingerprints Change? Is It Possible to Alter Fingerprints?
The short answer is NO. Fingerprints do not change over time. However, there is a catch: they do not change as we grow old, but they can be affected by certain external conditions. A person’s fingerprints usually form in the 17th week...