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Unveiling Winter's Chill: Understanding Our Body's Cold Weather Response
Explore how our bodies instinctively react to cold weather to maintain a constant internal temperature. Learn about the physiological adjustments, from constricted blood vessels in extremities to the appearance of goose bumps, that help...
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Innovations in Healthcare: Transforming Everyday Medical Practices
Discover groundbreaking advancements in healthcare that promise to transform routine medical practices. From a nano-glue that instantly seals cuts without leaving scars to smartphone applications that improve vision without glasses, and...
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Camping Innovations: Enhancing Comfort in the Great Outdoors
Discover the latest innovations that are transforming the camping experience. Learn about advanced tents designed to keep you cool and dark for a comfortable sleep, revolutionary coolers that keep your food and drinks chilled longer, and...
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Sunshine and Safety: Understanding Sun Protection and Skin Responses
As summer intensifies, discover why our skin reacts differently to sun exposure, why some of us tan while others burn, and the essential role of sunscreen and sunglasses in protecting our skin and eyes. Learn the science behind melanin...
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Stage Spectacles: From Holographic Illusions to Sound-Control Gloves
Dive into the fascinating world of modern stage effects, where historical optical techniques evolve into dazzling displays of technology. Discover how holograms bring legendary performers back to life and how Ezra masterfully controls...
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The Science of Clean: Understanding Surfactants in Our Daily Products
Explore the chemistry behind everyday cleaning products like shampoos and dishwashing liquids. Discover how surfactants interact with oil and water to remove dirt and why foam, though not cleaning-effective, plays a crucial role in our...
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The Science of Snacks: How Appetizers Like Chips and Pretzels are Made
Discover the intriguing science behind your favorite appetizers in this educational journey through snack production. From the crunch of mini pretzels enhanced by the Maillard reaction to the perfect crispiness of chips achieved through...
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The Science of Smell: Why Sweat and Feet Stink
Ever wondered why your sweat smells or why feet can smell like cheese? This video dives into the science behind body odors, exploring how bacteria interact with sweat to create distinctive smells. Featuring experiments and expert...
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Confronting Cellulite and Stretch Marks: Scientific Advances and Treatments
Discover the latest scientific innovations aimed at combating common skin concerns: cellulite and stretch marks. This video explains why these skin conditions predominantly affect women and introduces cutting-edge treatments like...
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Navigating the Ups and Downs of Adolescence: From Acne to Voice Changes
Explore the myriad of changes that occur during adolescence, including the onset of acne, hair growth, and the deepening of the voice. This video delves into the scientific reasons behind these transformations, offering insights into...
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Sun-Smart Innovations: Anti-UV Gear and Solar Power on the Go
Explore cutting-edge technology designed to enhance your summer experience safely and sustainably. This video showcases new anti-UV clothing that offers superior protection compared to traditional materials and a revolutionary...
Great Big Story
Drezus, hip hop as a voice for native resilience
Explore the journey of Drezus, a Cree and Anishinaabe rapper, using hip hop to confront stereotypes and inspire native communities.
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Chilled to the Bone: Nicolas Vanier's Mastery of the Extreme Cold
Dive into the frigid world of Nicolas Vanier as he trains on the Vercors plateau, preparing for the grueling conditions of the Siberian winter. This feature explores how Nicolas and his sled dogs adapt to severe cold, focusing on...
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Beyond Warmth: The Science of Cold-Weather Gear
Follow the journey of explorer Nicolas Vanier as he trains in the Vercors region and embarks on a challenging trek across Siberia. This documentary examines the cutting-edge textile technologies that keep him warm in extreme sub-zero...
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Braving the Freeze: Protecting Your Body Against Extreme Cold
Explore effective ways to shield your body from severe cold conditions, as demonstrated during a harsh winter in Chicago with record low temperatures. Learn why our lips crack and fingers numb, and discover preventative measures from...
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The Modern Spy: How Your Daily Devices Can Be Compromised
In an age where technology is intertwined with daily life, learn how easily your devices can be hacked and used for spying. From mobile phones to computers, discover the methods used by modern spies to infiltrate your privacy. Follow...
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What is "Baby Botox" and Why Are Younger People Doing It?
Botox is the top non-surgical beauty procedure in the country, and now even being used non-cosmetically. But is it really something to consider in your 20s and 30s? We’re joined by Board-Certified dermatologists Dr. Alexis Stephens and...
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What to Know About the Monkeypox Outbreak
Thousands of cases of monkeypox have been reported in countries where, historically, the virus is not endemic. But this virus isn’t new. In fact, Monkeypox is currently endemic in parts of West and Central Africa and scientists have...
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Othello and Race: Intersecting Identities and Power
This video explores how Shakespeare's "Othello" addresses the complex interplay of race, class, and identity, examining the use of the term "race" in early modern England and its implications for societal hierarchies. It discusses how...
Great Big Story
Breaking barriers, a model with albinism shares her story
Explore the journey of a pioneering model with albinism in the fashion industry.
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Make the Right Choice
Dr. Forrester teaches about making healthful choices to keep your body in top shape.
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British Wildlife: Common Frog
Welcome to another episode of Natural World Facts! This fact file is all about the Common Frog in the series Reptiles and Amphibians.
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Scorched by the Dumb Cane!
This is NOT your average house plant! Although it looks like or may even be a plant in your home, do NOT try an experiment such as this. On today's episode, Coyote travels to Costa Rica to compare the effects of the Dumb Cane leaf,...