Amoeba Sisters
Lymphatic System
Explore the lymphatic system with the Amoeba Sisters! This introduction talks about lymph, the general way lymph travels in the lymphatic system, primary and secondary lymphoid organs and tissues, general functions of the lymphatic...
TED Talks
TED: Can AI catch criminals at sea? | Dyhia Belhabib
Can AI help catch oceanic outlaws? From drug smugglers to modern-day pirates, maritime crime fighter Dyhia Belhabib introduces Heva: an AI-powered tool that aggregates international criminal records to detect and stop crime that might...
TED Talks
TED: The outlaws of the ocean -- and how we're reeling them in | Tony Long
Pirate fishing, oil spills and other undetected crimes are destroying ocean ecosystems -- but we can't stop what we can't see. Harnessing the power of satellite data and AI to catch maritime offenders in the act, ocean conservation...
SciShow Kids
How Do Cuts Heal?
If you've ever had a little cut or scratch, you know it doesn't take long for it to heal! But do you know how different parts of your body work together to fix you up good as new when you're hurt?
SciShow Kids
Why Do I Get Wrinkly Fingers in the Bath?
Have you ever noticed that your fingers and toes are all wrinkly and funny looking after you spend a lot of time in the water? Well, Jessi wants to know why that happens! Join her to find out the answer!
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The history of the world according to cats - Eva-Maria Geigl
In ancient times, wildcats were fierce carnivorous hunters. And unlike dogs, who have undergone centuries of selective breeding, modern cats are genetically very similar to ancient cats. How did these solitary, fierce predators become...
SciShow
Why Does My Face Turn Red When I'm Angry?
Have you ever wondered why your face turns red when you’re angry? Check out this SciShow Quick Question to learn why!
TED Talks
TED: Can we eat to starve cancer? | William Li
(NOTE: This talk was given in 2010, and this field of science has developed quickly since then. Enjoy it as a piece of science history but not as the last word on this topic. Read "Criticisms & updates" below for more details.) William...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Oxygen's surprisingly complex journey through your body - Enda Butler
Oxygen forms about 21% of the air around us. In your body, oxygen forms a vital role in the production of energy in most cells. But if gases can only efficiently diffuse across tiny distances, how does oxygen reach the cells deep inside...
SciShow
4 Body Parts Discovered in the Last 10 Years
Did you know we are still discovering completely new pieces of our anatomies? Even in the last decade, we've found multiple new body parts, including some you can see with the naked eye!
SciShow
Surprise! Your Brain Has a Secret Sewer System
Scientists have found a hidden network in the brain, and it might prevent people from developing certain diseases.
Crash Course
Blood Vessels, part 1 - Form and Function: Crash Course A&P
Now that we've discussed blood, we're beginning our look at how it gets around your body. Today Hank explains your blood vessels and their basic three-layer structure of your blood vessels. We're also going over how those structures...
SciShow
The Secret of Regeneration in... Alligators
Why can amphibians, fish and even some reptiles regenerate limbs, while birds and mammals can’t? Researchers think they might have found a clue on the tip of the alligator’s tail.
TED Talks
TED: A new approach to defending the human rights of migrants | Itamar Mann
In this gripping talk, litigator and TED Fellow Itamar Mann details the perilous boat migrations of asylum seekers crossing the Mediterranean Sea. With a surplus of evidence gathered by researchers and activists, he explains how lawyers...
SciShow
Why Do I Get Dark Circles Under My Eyes?
Look alive, you! Today we’re diving into the science behind dark circles under your eyes, and all the things that might cause them – tiredness included.
SciShow
4 Big Reasons to Get Your Eyes Checked (Even With 20/20 Vision)
If you don't have vision problems, getting an eye exam probably hasn't been your top priority, however visiting an ophthalmologist won't just tell you about your eyes, it can reveal a lot about your health.
Bozeman Science
Interstitial Fluid
Paul Andersen explains the importance and location of interstitial fluid. He describes both the hydrostatic and osmotic pressures that move fluid between the interstitial fluid and the capillary. He also explains the major function of...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How blood pressure works - Wilfred Manzano
If you lined up all the blood vessels in your body, they'd be 60 thousand miles long. And every day, they carry the equivalent of over two thousand gallons of blood to the body's tissues. What effect does this pressure have on the walls...
Curated Video
Dissection: Heart
We dissect and examine a cow\u2019s heart to show the position and function of different parts. This includes the coronary artery, ventricles, atria, pericardium and the thickness of the muscle tissue. Biology - Human Body - Learning...
Curated Video
Asellus Blood Flow
We use a microscope to examine the blood flow in the open circulatory system of asellus aquaticus. We are able to see the haemolymph moving through its limbs in different directions. Biology - Human Body - Learning Points. Large...
Curated Video
The circulatory system – Did you know?
Did you know that veins, arteries and capillaries carry blood all over your body? Life processes - Body systems - The circulatory system Learning Points There are 100,000 km of blood vessels in the human body. A Twig Tidbit Film - Did...
Curated Video
Flushing Out the Facts: Understanding Blushing and Rosacea
Explore the biological and psychological triggers behind blushing and delve into the chronic skin condition of rosacea that affects millions. Learn from experts about how emotional and physical responses lead to blushing and the...
Great Big Story
Training Ship Pilots, Mastering the Art of Navigating Giants
Dive into the world of ship piloting at MPI, where cutting-edge simulators and manned models prepare pilots for the seas.
Curated Video
The Tragedy of the Kursk: A Story of Loss and Legacy
This video provides a detailed account of the tragic sinking of the Russian submarine Kursk in 2000, highlighting the historical significance of the name "Kursk" to the Russian people and the devastating events that led to the loss of...