Performance test methods developed by NIST ( measure both the system capabilities of aerial emergency response drones and the proficiency of their pilots. The test...

In this short video, HipHughes explains why data and tests may be necessary they should not dictate our methodology in all instances.

Leon M. Lederman, a Nobel laureate, has served a life-long distinguished career and has been giving many illustrious recognitions for his accomplishments in scientific research and study. Lederman contributed enormously to the public...

James Galbraith, professor at the University of Texas at Austin, notes that many economics institutions (especially journals and academic departments) are hierarchical and tribal by nature, and that sociology can exclude dissident views....

Joe Earle, co-founder of The Post-Crash Economics Society, member of Rethinking Economics and co-author of the Econocracy, explains why his group is trying to democratize economics as a conversation and a policy–making process.<br/>

The daily life of a medieval executioner was not easy. They did more than simply chop off heads and break prisoners on the wheel. Trying to uphold justice and set an example for their community was only one part of an executioner's...

Economics can be creative, it can be rigorous, it can be relevant.Founded in the wake of the financial crisis in 2009, the Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization devoted to developing and...

Clare Gerada was elected to lead the Royal College of General Practitioners in 2011, and represented over 40,000 doctors. She was the first female Chair in fifty years. She trained in psychiatry and maintains an interest in the treatment...

Dani Rodrik says that when ideas become conventional wisdom, we become blind to their limitations.
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Harvard economist Dani Rodrik talks to INET President Rob Johnson about pluralism in economics and widening the lens through...

A lineup of top Economists explain how the economics profession was partly responsible for the recent Financial meltdown and Great Recession.<br/>

In part 4 of INET's interview with Raghuram Rajan he criticizes the narrow focus of most economists: "Just like in medicine: you have to have experts in each area, but you also need general practitioners - to integrate. I think we...

The video discusses the opportunities for professional development during the pandemic, including virtual meetings and conferences. The speaker shares their own experience of creating a learning library and inviting more staff to attend...

This video features a person who holds the title for having the longest legs in the world. They express their excitement and the benefits of having long legs, such as beauty and prestige. They also discuss how their long legs have helped...

Gathering leeches, collecting corpses and... playing World of Warcraft? These are the 10 worst jobs ever. When you see what these people have had to do to make ends meet, you might feel a little better about your job.

Matias Vernengo explains how economic crises reveal the nakedness of neoliberal policies.
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MOT 1948: EISENHOWER COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY INAUGURAL: SPEECH:'...democratic citizenship...every institution must contribute to this profession...all our cherished Rights...mutually dependent...'

Space science research institutions have traditionally been populated by a strong male workforce, but this structure is rapidly changing. Todays workforce is much more diverse with individuals from various cultures and backgrounds, a...

An Oxford University Professor gives his theory on how the global crisis was rooted in fundamental changes in technology, globalization and the consequent rising complexity.

Adeola Adefemi is an award winning public school teacher with a passion for the promotion of quality education for children, especially the marginalized ones in her community.She is a Fulbright alumni, a certified Microsoft Innovative...

In part 6 of INET's interview with Raghuram Rajan he discusses young scholars' opportunities to connect insights from different fields. He also says: "Tools are as good as what you put in. If you got the wrong framework, it doesn't...

Stefano is a financial services professional with expertise gained in bulge bracket investment banking, strategy consulting and serial entrepreneurship. He is the founder and CEO of Dagon, the first franchisee of Pizza Hut in...

Economists in previous eras were much more engaged with professionals working in the society and economy and so had a tendency to have theories more informed by actual practices.

Clare Gerada was elected to lead the Royal College of General Practitioners in 2011, and represented over 40,000 doctors. She was the first female Chair in fifty years. She trained in psychiatry and maintains an interest in the...

Park Ranger Shelton Johnson talks with students about how he fell in love with national parks and became a ranger. These students are participating in a week-long program offered by NatureBridge's Yosemite Institute campus. (2:08)