TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How does cancer spread through the body? - Ivan Seah Yu Jun
Cancer usually begins with one tumor in a specific area of the body. But if the tumor is not removed, cancer has the ability to spread to nearby organs as well as places far away from the origin, like the brain. How does cancer move to...
SciShow
Why We Age - And How We Can Stop It
Hank hates death, so he helps us understand the process of aging, informs us of how scientists are studying ways to prevent it and brings us the exciting news of current research in longevity... for mice.
SciShow
6 Common Misconceptions About Cancer
Today we take a look at six misconceptions about cancer that seem plausible, but just don't hold up. Chapters SHARKS DON'T GET CANCER & TAKING SHARK CARTILAGE SUPPLEMENTS WILL CURE OR PREVENT CANCER 0:45 IF YOU HAVE CANCER YOU SHOULD...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Why is it so hard to cure cancer? - Kyuson Yun
We've harnessed electricity, sequenced the human genome, and eradicated smallpox. But after billions of dollars in research, we haven't found a solution for a disease that affects more than 14 million people and their families at any...
SciShow
Why We Haven't Cured Cancer
Ever wonder why we still haven't cured cancer? Join SciShow as we discuss what's wrong with that question and why it's so hard to find a cure.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Performing brain surgery without a scalpel | Hyunsoo Joshua No
Every year, tens of thousands of people have brain surgery without a single incision: there's no scalpel, no operating table, and the patient loses no blood. Instead, this procedure uses a machine that emits invisible beams of light at a...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How X-rays see through your skin - Ge Wang
Originally discovered by accident, X-rays are now used about 100 million times a year in clinics around the world. How do these magic eyes work? Ge Wang details the history and mechanics of the X-ray machine and CT scanners.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The immortal cells of Henrietta Lacks - Robin Bulleri
Imagine something small enough to float on a particle of dust that holds the keys to understanding cancer, virology, and genetics. Luckily for us, such a thing exists in the form of trillions upon trillions of human, lab-grown cells...
Bozeman Science
What is Cancer?
In this video Paul Andersen answers the very simple question: What is cancer? He explains how damage to the DNA can create uncontrolled cell growth. He explains how malignant tumors can spread the disease throughout the body and gives...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Hacking bacteria to fight cancer | Tal Danino
In 1884, an unlucky patient who had a rapidly growing cancer in his neck came down with an unrelated bacterial skin infection. As he recovered from the infection, the cancer surprisingly began to recede. The infection had stimulated the...
Science Buddies
Breast Cancer Diagnosis with Python & KNN: A Step-by-Step Coding Tutorial
Explore how machine learning can diagnose malignant and benign breast tumors in this AI science project
Curated Video
How lasers are used to treat cancer
In medicine, we use different types of lasers to fight cancer. In this video, we will learn everything about carbon dioxide (CO2), argon and neodymium: yttrium aluminum garnet (Nd:YAG) lasers and how they are used to treat cancer in a...
Curated Video
Using Infrared Imaging to Improve Brain Tumor Removal
A team of doctors in Los Angeles is using heat-sensitive devices originally developed for space probes to help locate and remove brain tumors. By utilizing infrared imaging, which detects heat patterns, neurosurgeons can better...
Curated Video
Waves in Medicine
The properties of high frequency electromagnetic radiation are incredibly important in the world of medicine, allowing physicians to look inside the human body and even combat cancer. Physics - Waves - Learning Points. X-rays and gamma...
Curated Video
What is Cancer?
Cancers claim more lives every year than any other disease, and come in many forms such as lung cancer, bowl cancer and breast cancer. Why are cancers so deadly and how can we treat them? Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. There...
Curated Video
Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment: The Comet Test for Predicting Radiotherapy Response
The Leicester University scientists have developed a groundbreaking Comet test that can predict a tumor's response to radiotherapy by examining the damage to irradiated cancer cells. This test offers a quick and accurate way for doctors...
Curated Video
Advancements in Fibroid Treatment: Laser Technique Shows Promise
Uterine fibroids, which can cause severe pain and bleeding, can now be treated using a new laser technique. This procedure, guided by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), allows surgeons to precisely destroy the fibroids by inserting laser...
Curated Video
Revolutionizing Radiotherapy Education: The Virtual Environment Experience
This video showcases an innovative solution to address the shortage of expert teachers and clinic time for radiotherapy students - the Virtual Environment for radiotherapy training (vert). This 3D interactive experience allows students...
The Guardian
Processing a Cancer Diagnosis
When Victoria Mapplebeck was diagnosed with breast cancer, she decided to record each step of her journey. In this clip, Victoria is receives the diagnosis and begins preparing for treatment. She and her son discuss how they are each...
Curated Video
Cas the Arctic Fox Is Getting Old
Our older fox, Cas, is entering his golden years and we love him so much that we want to give him everything he needs to live as many good days as he has left. He's still happy and hopping and we're still by his side every step of the way!
Curated Video
Arctic Fox Emergency Surgery!
Cas, the Arctic fox, had to go in for emergency surgery. Here's what happened and what our options are for his future. He's a very good boy.
Curated Video
Another Surgery For Cas The Fox
Cas the Arctic fox has another surgery due to cancer in his right back leg. Jessi explains what's happened and then Cas gets out on walk to show off his new moves.
Science ABC
How Tall Can Humans Really Get?
Our upper limit for height, or genetic limit, is around 9 feet. To survive even for a few months at that height would be a bit of a miracle. In order to regularly produce people over 9 feet tall, the reproducing pair would probably need...
Australian Children's Television Foundation
Tasmanian Devils Come Out to Feast
Season 1, Tasmanian Devil part 5. At dusk, Brandon and Kayne meet Andrew for a Tasmanian devil stakeout. Andrew put out food to lure the animals and gives tips about Tasmanian devil behaviour while they wait for the creatures to arrive....