TED Talks
TED: The secret perks of driving electric | Cynthia Williams
Electric vehicles need to be more than just eco-friendly — they have to be more chic, convenient and affordable than their gas-powered alternatives, says sustainability leader Cynthia Williams. She explores what it'll take for an...
SciShow
Why Do I Have to Use a Number 2 Pencil?
Why do exams always tell you to use a number 2 pencil? What happens if you don’t? Quick Questions explains!
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Food expiration dates don't mean what you think | Carolyn Beans
Countries around the world waste huge amounts of food every year: roughly a fifth of food items in the US are tossed because consumers aren't sure how to interpret expiration labels. But most groceries are still perfectly safe to eat...
SciShow
How Worried Should You Be About Smart Home Security?
As we hurtle through the development of the digital world, it's important to keep in mind the security implications of the technology we use.
SciShow
5 Chemicals That Are in (Almost) Everything You Eat
Discover 5 key chemicals that we use to make our food taste the way it's supposed to taste, look the way we expect it to look, and generally survive the journey to our tables intact.
Crash Course
The Internet and Computing: Crash Course History of Science
We’ve talked a lot about advances in biotech. But none of those could have happened without advances in computing. It’s time to get back to data and explore the unlikely birth, strange life, and potential futures of the Internet. In this...
Curated Video
Introducing the Nouveau: The World's First Walking Home Humanoid Robot
ZMP Inc, a Tokyo based robot startup, has developed the Nouveau, the world's first walking home humanoid robot. Standing at 39 centimeters tall and weighing only 2 1/2 kilos, this robot can walk, dance, and respond to voice commands....
Curated Video
Beta particles
High-energy electrons emitted by nuclei during radioactive decay. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce...
Curated Video
Living Green - Episode 106 - Bio Phones
With technology changing at such a fast pace nowadays, more and more mobile phones are being upgraded, with older models discarded as e-waste. A European Union directive created in 2003 now makes manufacturers responsible for the...
Curated Video
The Science of Hot Chocolate: From Powder to Perfect Sip
Ever wondered how a simple cup of hot chocolate comes to be? This video dives into the fascinating science behind instant hot chocolate. From the physics of mixing cocoa with milk to the technology behind turning liquid milk into powder,...
Curated Video
The Quest for the Ultimate Converged Handheld Device
The video discusses the challenges and potential of creating a truly converged handheld device that combines gaming, phone calls, music, photography, and more into one unit. It highlights the difficulties faced by manufacturers in...
Curated Video
The Evolution of Portable Media Players: From Vinyl to iPods
The video explores the evolution of portable music players, highlighting the dominance of the Apple iPod in the market. It discusses the convenience of PMPs, the innovative features of the iPod, and the link between the iPod and Apple's...
Curated Video
Silencing the Road: Innovations in Noise Minimization for a Quieter Driving Experience
This video explores the innovative noise minimization techniques used in modern vehicles, such as engine damping, laminated side glass, and simulated rough road testing. By collaborating with tire manufacturers to develop quieter...
Curated Video
Advancements in Aero Engine Design and Manufacturing Techniques
This video highlights the importance of engine design and manufacturing in the aviation industry. It showcases the advancements in technology and techniques used by MTU Aero Engines to improve engine performance, fuel efficiency, and...
Curated Video
Top Door Autumn Design Exhibition Showcases Britain's Leading Home Furnishings and Gifts for Christmas
The video discusses Britain's leading designers showcasing their latest creations at the Top Door Autumn Design exhibition. It highlights Suck UK's coffee table that doubles as a dance floor, expected to be a popular product for...
Curated Video
Introducing Oxy Ride: The Breakthrough in Battery Technology
The Oxy Ride battery, developed by Matsushita, is a groundbreaking new generation battery that offers twice the performance of alkaline cells for high current applications. It can be used for a wide range of devices and is fully...
Curated Video
Highlights from the 2003 Moscow International Air Show
The 2003 Moscow International Air Show showcased the aviation prowess of Russia and allowed local companies to close the marketing gap with their Western counterparts. The event attracted global aviation industry leaders and military...
Curated Video
New Protective Hood Offers Inexpensive Solution for Disaster Scenarios
The protective hood is a lightweight and affordable respirator designed to provide a minimum of 20 minutes of protection and good visibility in contaminated environments. It offers a comfortable and unrestricted movement compared to...
Curated Video
The Absolute Beginners 2023 Guide to Cybersecurity - Part 3 - Google Play Versus the App Store
In this video, the author tries to explain the difference between Google Play Store and the App Store and shares a few statistics to support the explanation. It also answers the question of which is more secure—the Apple App Store or the...
The Guardian
We're quitting smoking, so why is big tobacco booming?
Smoking rates are falling in the UK, US and much of Europe. Forty-five per cent of Brits smoked in the 60s and 70s, compared with just 15% today. You would think this was bad news for cigarette profits, but tobacco companies are making...
Curated Video
Adventures in Advertising
Dr. Algae talks about the way advertising affects our buying choices, especially foods and beverages. Dr. Algae provides some examples to illustrate how some advertising promotions use special techniques to make products look attractive.
Global Health with Greg Martin
Medicines Patent Pool (MPP) strategy for 2023-2025. Innovative public health at its best!
The Medicines Patent Pool is one of the most interesting and innovative global health organisations. They have a huge impact on access to medicines in low-and-middle income countries. In this video we look at their new strategy for...
Curated Video
Why Is Carbon Dioxide Mixed In Cold Drinks And Beverages?
One of the most important factors when it comes to mixing any gas with a liquid is solubility, and carbon dioxide is highly soluble in water. In fact, it's the most soluble of the common, non-toxic gases with high solubility. To give you...
Curated Video
Lab 1 Task 4 LTSPICE Models and Library
Lab 1 Task 4 LTSPICE Models and Library Walid Issa