Science ABC
Why Do Some People Have Such a Good Memory?
While some people do appear to have a naturally good memory, and can accurately summon names, events and dates from thin air, there is a lot more nuance to memory than simply labeling a person’s ability as “good” or “bad”. Memories are...
Catalyst University
Circuit of Papez | Functions and Structure
In this video, we discuss the function and structure of the Circuit of Papez, a neural circuit involved in episodic memory consolidation.
ShortCutsTv
Lost in the Mall
When Elizabeth Loftus gave evidence for the defence in the trail of George Franklin, it was held by the court that while memories were unreliable and could be altered through questioning, they could not be invented. There were no such...
Curated Video
The Doorway Effect: Why Do We Forget What We Were Supposed To Do After We Enter a Room?
Doorway Effect: Psychologists believe that walking through a door and entering another room creates a “mental blockage” in the brain, meaning that walking through open doors resets memory to make room for a new episode to emerge. This is...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Elizabeth Phelps - Emotion and Memory
Elizabeth Phelps received her PhD from Princeton University and served on the faculty of Yale University and New York University. Professor Phelps is the recipient of the 21st Century Scientist Award from the James S. McDonnell...
John D Ruddy
Why Do Some Forget WW1
An animated video commissioned by the United States World War One Centennial Commission to explore why World War 1 is often forgotten in USA by comparison to its other big wars.
Psychology Unlocked
THE COGNITIVE INTERVIEW - Geiselman (1984) & Fisher (1987)
The COGNITIVE INTERVIEW was created by Geiselman and Fisher in a bid to improve the quality of eye witness testimony. The Cognitive Interview has four distinct retrieval techniques at its core: 1) Re-establishing the context; 2)...
Schooling Online
Powering Through Prose: George Orwell, 1984 - Theme of Individuality and Identity
What makes you, you? This lesson explores the theme of individuality and identity in George Orwell’s ‘1984’. Learn about the precious link between Winston’s memories and his identity. Watch out for the forces that threaten Winston’s...
Curated Video
The Science of Pain
In this video, we learn about the fascinating connection between pain and memory. The video also explores how pain memories can persist even after tissue removal, leading to chronic pain, and the role of anesthesia and analgesics in...
JJ Medicine
Thiamine (Vit B1) Deficiency Signs & Symptoms (& Why They Occur)
Thiamine (Vit B1) Deficiency Signs & Symptoms (& Why They Occur) Thiamine (vitamin B1) is a vitamin required for energy metabolism, including the metabolism of glucose. Thiamine deficiency can caused by a decreased dietary intake,...
Catalyst University
Pharmacology of Alzheimer's Disease
In this video, we explore the basic pharmacology of Alzheimer's disease.
The Art Assignment
Fix an object you feel bad for. | Diana Shpungin | The Art Assignment
We meet with Brooklyn-based artist Diana Shpungin. Diana's work and her assignment for you are both based on empathy -- it's a feeling we usually have for other people, but Diana wants you to direct your empathy towards objects instead.
Schooling Online
Perfecting Poetry: T.S. Eliot - Rhapsody On A Windy Night - Lines 23-48
Between the hours of 2:30 and 3:30am, our journey through the lonely city streets takes a darker turn. Unpleasant memories are triggered and the world seems like a broken, twisted place. Our analysis of Stanzas 3, 4 and 5 makes studying...
Oxford Comma
Chapter by Chapter (Never Let Me Go): Chapter Four
Welcome to the fourth video in our chapter by chapter analysis of Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go! In this video we'll look at the woman who runs Hailsham: Miss Emily. Ruth and Kathy remember her differently, but she undeniably has...
ProTeachersVideo
The Kindertransport: Goodbye Home
Personal testaments reveal the moving story of the 10,000 Jewish refugee children who came to Britain with the Kindertransport just before the second world war. In 1938 and 1939 ten thousand Jewish refugee children were saved from a life...
AllTime 10s
10 False Memories Everyone Believes
Humpty Dumpty was your favourite childhood egg right? Well maybe not favourite, but he wasn't a bad egg. Wait? What?! He wasn't even an egg?!?! Well I never. Here are 10 more well I never false memories everyone believes.
Psychology Unlocked
On Being Sane in Insane Places - David Rosenhan's Hospital Experiment
David Rosenhan's landmark experiment tests the boundaries of mental illness, and the diagnosis of psychiatric conditions. A decade after One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest was published, Rosenhan brought distopian fiction to life.
Limonero Films
Fujifilm: Adapting to the Digital Age
This video explores how Fujifilm, a photography giant, navigated the digital age that threatened its core business of photo film. Facing the challenge of adapting to a rapidly changing industry, Fujifilm transformed its business model,...
Guinness World Records
Largest parade of ice cream vans/trucks
The largest parade of ice cream vans/trucks is 84, and was achieved by The Ice cream Van Dream Team (UK) in Crewe, UK, on 16 October 2018.
Seven Dimensions
Understanding Deception and Memory
This video discusses the culture of lies and how it has become acceptable in society. They explore the contradictory messages children receive about honesty and the prevalence of lying in various situations, such as job interviews and...
Science360
Total recall!
In NSF Science Now 59, we explore using virtual reality for memory recall; teenage emotion overload, and finally, we examine the role dopamine plays in forming episodic memories. Check it out!
Psychology Unlocked
Contextual Memory - Using environmental cues to enhance recall - Social and Cognitive Psychology
We all experience those moments where we can't remember the one piece of information we need. Maybe it's someone's name in a social setting, or an important fact for an exam essay. Whatever it is, you're certainly not alone in sometimes...
Curated Video
What Does Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Look Like?
Part 2/4 of the End Casket Company series. This video is part two of a series which discusses the impact of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) on veterans, particularly Bill, who coped with his trauma using alcohol. The video features...
Curated Video
How Our Brain Stores and Recollects Memories
This video explores how our brain stores and retrieves memories. It explains the process of short-term memory being converted into long-term memory, and how different sensory regions of the brain are connected to form a single episode of...