NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: Suit Up for Mars
Natalie Mary, spacesuit systems engineer, explains what needs to be considered in the design and operation of a spacesuit that will be used to explore the surface of the Red Planet on the tenth episode of our Mars Monthly series. HWHAP...
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: Making It Work in Space
Brandon Vessey and Cherie Oubre discuss how they integrate and manage all the human research work in areas such as human performance, health, and radiation for research on the International Space Station, on Earth, and for future space...
Curated Video
The Science of Hunger
This video explores the complex biological processes that regulate hunger and appetite in our bodies. It discusses the role of various chemicals and hormones, such as ghrelin, leptin, and neuropeptides, in signaling hunger and fullness.
Institute of Human Anatomy
The Importance of Human Dissection in Medical Education
The video is about the importance of human dissection in the medical world and how it has helped in understanding the human body and treating disorders. The speaker also reflects on the taboo associated with dissection in the past and...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is A DNA Code?
This video is answering the question of what is a DNA code.
Mediacorp
The Science Behind Weight Inheritance and Sustained Weight Loss
This video discusses the factors that influence a person's weight, including genetic inheritance and lifestyle choices. The video also explores a study that shows how the color of plates can affect the amount of food people consume....
Institute of Human Anatomy
The Amazing Functions of Bones: A Deep Dive into Bone Tissue
This video explores the functions of bones beyond providing structure and support. It takes a deep dive into the inside of bones, discussing the different types of bone tissue and their roles in maintaining health and wellness. The video...
Curated Video
LEARN HUMAN BODY FOR KIDS | Play Dress Up: Doctor Scientist
Kids can learn what's inside the human body. Bella has a baby in her belly. Discover what's inside with Bella and Beans as they play dress up and become doctor scientists. Using their fabulous x-ray glasses they can see what's inside the...
Mediacorp
The Science Behind Diets: Set Point Theory and Metabolic Flexibility
In this video, the speaker explores various diets and their effectiveness in weight loss. They also discuss the concept of metabolic flexibility and the set point theory, which suggests that our bodies have a predetermined weight range...
Mediacorp
Obesity and Weight Loss in Singapore
In this video, the speaker discusses the prevalent issue of weight loss in Singapore and the challenges of maintaining weight loss. They highlight the importance of finding sustainable methods for losing weight and maintaining a healthy...
Curated Video
Houston We Have a Podcast: Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer: The Science
Dr. Brandon Reddell discusses astrophysics, cosmology, and the science behind the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer (AMS), an experiment looking for evidence of antimatter and dark matter in the cosmos. This is part one of a three-part series...
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: The Next One-Year Missions
Cherie Oubre, Steve Platts, and Nikki Schwanbeck, expert human researchers at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, discuss CIPHER, a complement of research protocols that investigates multiple aspects of the human body over varied durations of...
Curated Video
Introduction to Skateboarding
This video is about the alternative activity of skateboarding. It explains what skateboarding is and the different types of skateboards, such as street decks and longboards. The video emphasizes the importance of balance and skill...
Curated Video
The Importance of Cooling Down
This video emphasizes the importance of cooling down after a workout. The video also highlights the benefits of stretching, hydrating, and nourishing the body after exercise, as well as the potential benefits of massages for muscle...
Amor Sciendi
Melancholia I: Astrology, Medicine, and Magic Squares
Here we discuss the role of Astrology in Renaissance Medicine while looking at Albrecht Durer's famous print from 1514. The plate can be found in the Staatliche Kunsthalle gallery in Karlsruhe Germany.
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is Hair Made Of?
This video is answering the question of what is hair made of.
Institute of Human Anatomy
Crazy Anatomical Abnormalities Found in Dead Bodies
This video showcases five unexpected anatomical abnormalities found during dissection of donated bodies. From a lung missing a lobe to an ovary enlarged by polycystic ovarian syndrome, the video provides an interesting and educational...
The Wall Street Journal
Moderna CEO on Covid-19 Boosters, Personalized Cancer Vaccines
Stéphane Bancel discusses the company’s new Covid-19 boosters, its approach to developing vaccines for emerging variants alongside seasonal flu shots, and the use of mRNA technology to treat cancer.
Institute of Human Anatomy
The Effects of Estrogen on the Female and Male Body
In this video, the effects of estrogen on the female body are explored, including its role in puberty, the growth of sex organs, bone density, and skin health. The video also touches on the production of estrogen in males and its minimal...
Curated Video
History and Benefits of High Intensity Interval Training
This video provides an overview of interval training, its history, and its benefits. It also explores the Tabata protocol, a form of high-intensity interval training developed by Dr. Izumi Tabata and his team. The video concludes by...
Curated Video
Manhattan Project Human Experiments
When scientists at the top secret 'Manhattan project' wanted to discover how radioactive bomb materials could affect the human body – they secretly injected terminally ill patients with uranium to find out.
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: Sticking the Landing on Mars
Alicia Dwyer-Cianciolo and Doug Trent, entry, descent, and landing experts at NASA, unfold the intricacies of accomplishing a successful landing for humans visiting the Red Planet on this eighth episode of our Mars Monthly series. HWHAP...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is The Largest Gland In The Body?
This video is answering the question of what is the largest gland in the body.