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Introduction to Biotechnology
This nugget introduces you to the science of biotechnology. It briefly discusses the principles, techniques and applications of biotechnology.
Curated Video
Biotechnology and Plants
A video entitled "Biotechnology and Plants" discusses the meaning of biotechnology and how this new field of technology is used to change the way that farmers grow plants.
Curated Video
Evaluating Food Production Techniques: Farming Practices, Fishing, and Biotechnology
This video discusses and evaluates different food production techniques, including farming practices, sustainable fishing, fish farms, and biotechnologies. The video examines the efficiency and potential ethical and environmental...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The beneficial bacteria that make delicious food - Erez Garty
Where does bread get its fluffiness? Swiss cheese its holes? And what makes vinegar so sour? These foods may taste completely different, but all of these phenomena come from microorganisms chowing down on sugar and belching up some...
Food Farmer Earth
Alan Kapuler - Open Source Public Domain Plant Breeding
In this interview that was recorded in 2010, Alan Kapuler, molecular biologist and an open source public domain plant breeder explains the concept and importance of being able to share seeds and advance farming in the public interest....
The Wall Street Journal
What's Next In Gene Editing
Editing genes is at the forefront of global efforts to boost harvests through biotechnology. How does that stack up against consumers' growing appetite for organic food? And how is China aiming to capitalize on the latest gains in this...
World Science Festival
Is Genetically Modified Food Safe?
The first ever commercially grown, genetically modified food was the Flavr Savr Tomato, produced over 15 years ago. Production of the tomato stopped after only about 3 years because of competition with the Long Shelf-Life Tomato. Since...
The Royal Institution
Synthetic Life: Could We? Should We?
Synthetic biology is a new, intriguing technology that could have a huge impact on humans and our environment. Adam Rutherford chairs a panel of experts, including Louise Horsfall, Paul Freemont, Susan Molyneux-Hodgson and Robert...
The Royal Institution
Q&A - Synthetic Life: Could We? Should We?
How far could we go with synthetic life? How far should we go? The panel of experts answer questions from the audience after their debate. Watch the full talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcLG5fzP91I Synthetic biology is a new,...
World Science Festival
The Great Success and Tragedy of Agriculture
The average person in Africa spends 70% of his income on food. Such was the case for most of the world up until the last few decades. Today, as a result of advances in agriculture and biotechnology, most of the western world spends...
Wonderscape
Giraffes: The Gentle Giants of the Savannah"
New ReviewDiscover the fascinating world of giraffes in this segment, exploring their unique physical characteristics and behaviors. The video also delves into their diet, natural habitat, and the extraordinary strength of their legs for defense....
TED-Ed
Why is Bread Fluffy, Vinegar Sour, and Swiss Cheese Holey?
The gourmands and foodies in your class will love this gastronomical video! Educational and entertaining, the video explains the natural and added microorganisms that occur with food production, including yeast in bread, carbonation in...
Crash Course
The History of Chemical Engineering: Crash Course Engineering #5
The American Revolution: the catalyst for the development of chemical engineering. Scholars watch an informative video that describes the history of chemical engineering, beginning with France's need to produce soda ash as a result of a...