Crash Course
Marie Curie and Spooky Rays: Crash Course History of Science
It's time to talk about one of the most awesome scientists that has ever been awesome: Marie Curie. She figured out ways to get an amazing education despite the limitations of her homeland, discovered some really important answers to the...
SciShow
3 Chemistry Experiments That Changed the World
Chemistry is the study of matter - stuff, and how it interacts with other stuff. Even though chemistry doesn't make a lot of news these days, chemists are making discoveries that change lives all the time. If Hank had to narrow down all...
SciShow
The Biggest-Ever Supernova, Debunked!
Is it a bird? A plane? A supernova? No! It turned out to be something else! We've also now studied the weather on a gas giant exoplanet!
SciShow
3 Amazing Photosynthetic Animals
Hank's love affair with plants takes a slight hit now that he's learned about several animal species that can photosynthesize. Fortunately, he's excited enough about these animals to share them with all of us! Let SciShow introduce you...
SciShow
Save Tesla!
Hank comes to you from his inner sanctum of science news to bring you a couple of things you never knew about human origins, the latest from his best friend on Mars, and what you can do to help one of the craziest, greatest people in the...
SciShow
A Ridiculously Huge Pair of Ancient Galaxies
Astronomers have found a couple galaxies that were much larger than expected, and the Opportunity rover might be in for some harsh Martian weather!
TED-Ed
TED-ED: Making sense of irrational numbers - Ganesh Pai
Like many heroes of Greek myths, the philosopher Hippasus was rumored to have been mortally punished by the gods. But what was his crime? Did he murder guests or disrupt a sacred ritual? No, Hippasus's transgression was mathematically...
PBS
The Origin of Our First Interstellar Visitor
We were recently visited by a traveler from outside our solar system. This is the first time we've ever seen an object that came to us from interstellar space. It's name is 'Oumuamua.
SciShow
Kepler's Planetary Bonanza
You've know that the Kepler Space Telescope has discovered HUNDREDS of new planets outside our solar system -- but how does it find them? And how do scientists tell the real planets from the celestial fake-outs? It involves a lot of...
SciShow
3 Physics Experiments that Changed the World
Physics investigates why the universe behaves the way that it does, and today, Hank tells us about the three physics experiments that he thinks were the most awesome at helping us understand how the universe works.
SciShow
Healing Hearts, Space Jewelry, and the Newest Mammal
Hank reveals the latest discoveries, including a way to make new, beating heart cells, ancient Egyptian jewelry made from meteorites, and the first mammal to be discovered in the Americas in 35 years, the adorable olinguito.
Crash Course
Theories of Myth: Crash Course World Mythology
This week, we're talking about theories of Myth. We'll look at the different ways mythology has been studied in the last couple of millenia, and talk about the diffeent ways people have interpreted myth, academically.
SciShow
New Moon New Disease New Hero
This edition of SciShow News really is full of "news." Scientists have discovered a new moon orbiting Neptune, a new tick-borne virus threatening the United States, and a new species of shrew who is a real hero. Let's get to it!
TED Talks
TED: The science of cells that never get old | elizabeth Blackburn
What makes our bodies age ... our skin wrinkle, our hair turn white, our immune systems weaken? Biologist elizabeth Blackburn shares a Nobel Prize for her work finding out the answer, with the discovery of telomerase: an enzyme that...
TED Talks
TED: The ethical dilemma of designer babies | Paul Knoepfler
Creating genetically modified people is no longer a science fiction fantasy; it's a likely future scenario. Biologist Paul Knoepfler estimates that within fifteen years, scientists could use the gene editing technology CRISPR to make...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The wacky history of cell theory - Lauren Royal-Woods
Scientific discovery isn't as simple as one good experiment. The weird and wonderful history of cell theory illuminates the twists and turns that came together to build the foundations of biology.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The paradox at the heart of mathematics: Gödel's Incompleteness Theorem | Marcus du Sautoy
Consider the following sentence: "This statement is false." Is that true? If so, that would make the statement false. But if it's false, then the statement is true. This sentence creates an unsolvable paradox; if it's not true and it's...
TED Talks
Juliet Brophy: How a new species of ancestors is changing our theory of human evolution
In 2013, a treasure trove of unusual fossils were uncovered in a cave in South Africa, and researchers soon realized: these were the remains of a new species of ancient humans. Paleoanthropologist Juliet Brophy takes us inside the...
Curated Video
The Theory of Classical Conditioning: Ivan Pavlov's Discoveries and Applications
In this video, we explore the theory of classical conditioning developed by Ivan Pavlov. Through his experiments with dogs, Pavlov discovered that animals can learn to associate certain stimuli with specific behaviors or responses. This...
Curated Video
Evolution of DNA analysis in Crime Scene Investigation
In this video, we will talk about the evolution of DNA analysis in forensic science. Discover how this groundbreaking technique emerged, revolutionizing criminal investigations. From its humble beginnings to pivotal cases that shaped its...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Gran Saposoa Discovery
GRAN SAPOSOA DISCOVERY IN THIS ERA OF SOPHISTICATED TECHNOLOGY AND INTENSE ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH IT S HARD TO BELIEVE THAT THE EARTH CAN STILL HIDE LOST CIVILISATIONS. BUT IT DOES AND THE THRILL OF DISCOVERY WAS RECENTLY GIVEN TO A...
Curated Video
Invention and evolution of the microscope
Since the invention of the first light microscope, microscopy has evolved so much. We are now able to see things at an atomic level. In this video, we will learn who invented the light microscope and the many other breakthroughs that...
Curated Video
The Fascinating World of X-rays: From Superman's Superpower to Unlocking Mysteries of the Universe
This video explores the fascinating history and diverse applications of X-rays. From their accidental discovery in 1895 to their use in medical imaging, art restoration, archaeology, and even astronomy, X-rays have revolutionized our...
Curated Video
Exploring the Depths: Uncovering the World's Largest Underwater Lava Flow
Japanese researchers using the world's most advanced manned research submersible, Shinkai, have discovered the world's largest underwater lava flow off the coast of Peru. Stretching for 40 kilometers along the East Pacific Ridge, this...