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Silver Saver
Conservation scientist Glen Gates at the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore is working on new ways to protect museum-quality silver from the ravages of time. Fine silverware and silver pieces on display at museums are exposed to air and...
Curated Video
Italy, Pompeii - Temple of Vespasian
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
Weatherthings
Weather Things: Carbon Dioxide
Climate is the average type of weather that a region has. It is defined by temperature and moisture. Proximity to oceans and large mountain ranges defines climate too, depending upon the prevailing wind. While climates change over...
Curated Video
Macedonia, Stobi ancient city
The city was first mentioned in writing by the historian Livy, in connection with a victory of Philip V of Macedon over the Dardani in 197 BC. In 168 BC, the Romans defeated Perseus and Macedonia was divided into four nominally...
Curated Video
Italy, Pompeii - Temple of Isis
The Temple of Isis is a Roman temple dedicated to the Egyptian goddess Isis. This small and almost intact temple was among one of the first discoveries during the excavation of Pompeii in 1764. Its role as a Hellenized Egyptian temple in...
Next Animation Studio
UNESCO honors ancient solar calendar made of 13 huge towers
The Chankillo site’s mysterious and fascinating collection of ancient ruins has been named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Professor Dave Explains
Quinine and the Birth of the Dye Industry
As we just learned, the 19th century brought about the practice of isolating compounds with medicinal properties from their natural sources, such as a variety of alkaloids. But one such alkaloid deserves its own chapter in this story,...
Curated Video
Croatia, Salona ancient city
Salona, the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia, is situated in one of the most beautiful baysof the East Adriatic coast. Salona, as stated by Strabo, had originally been a coastal base, fortification and a port used by the...
Curated Video
Italy, Pompeii - The Macellum
The Macellum of Pompeii was located on the Forum and as the provision market (or macellum) of Pompeii was one of the focal points of the ancient city. The building was constructed in several phases. When the earthquake of 62 CE destroyed...
Science360
Protecting our forests. NSF Science Now 3
In this week’s episode of NSF Science Now, we explore the Harvard Forest Long-Term Ecological Site, phytoplankton and climate change, how silver turns people blue and, finally, why math hurts.
Next Animation Studio
Rates of climate change in deep oceans could be severely affected, even in the best case scenario: study
Earth’s oceans could be experiencing rates of climate change seven times higher than levels today by the second half of the century, according to a new study.
Science360
NSF Science Now 3
In this week's episode of NSF Science Now we explore NSF's Harvard Forest Long-Term Ecological Site, phytoplankton and climate change, how silver turns people blue and finally why math hurts.
Curated Video
Italy, Pompeii - Temple of Fortuna Augusta
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
Mr. Beat
Ask YouTube History Nerds - Who Is Most Influential Person In History?
YouTube history nerds unite to answer the big question: who is the most influential person in history? Their answers might surprise you.
Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Upside of Wasteful Speculative Bubbles and the Downside of Efficiency - William Janeway
William Janeway notes the prevalence (and importance) of speculative bubbles, especially in respect to equity markets and technological breakthroughs. Interviewed by Daniel Erasmus at King's College, April 2010.
Jabzy
Divided Korea - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Divided Korea
Religion for Breakfast
Gospel of Judas: What Does It Really Say?
The Gospel of Judas caused a huge stir when National Geographic published it back in 2006. But to this day, misconceptions about this text abound. Who wrote this text? And what does it really say?
Jabzy
Early Cinema - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Early Cinema
AllTime 10s
10 Deadly Animals Lurking In Your Backyard
We all know a lion or tiger will mess you up. But you probably imagined you were safe in your backyard. Think again: from swarms of bees to hidden snakes, here are 10 Deadly Animals Lurking in your Backyard.
Curated Video
Italy, Pompeii Amphitheatre
The Amphitheatre of Pompeii is the oldest surviving Roman amphitheatre. It is located in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, and was buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD, that also buried Pompeii itself and the neighboring town of...
The Economist
Are winter sports going downhill?
Athletes from a record-breaking 92 countries are taking part in the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics in South Korea. But winter sports are facing a double threat, from climate change and ageing populations
AllTime 10s
10 Astronomical Events That Will Happen In Your Lifetime
From comets to the very special birth of a star, get your telescopes and calendars at the ready as AllTime10's brings you 10 Astronomical Events That Will Happen In Your Lifetime!
Step Back History
Why Does Israel Exist?
Israel is at the heart of one of the most controversial conflicts in the world today. In part 1 of this two-part video, we look at the origins of the state of Israel, the ideas behind it, and the origins of their conflict with the...
Science360
Climate Models - How Do We Know?
How are climate models on climate change being improved?