SciShow
We Know Exactly Who This Guy Is
New ReviewIn the 1930s, a skeleton was discovered at the bottom of a well at the site of a medieval Norwegian fortress, severely injured and buried under large rocks. And to uncover his story, we need a combination of carbon dating, genetics, and...
SciShow
The Skeleton That Was 8 Different People
New ReviewIn the 1970s, archaeologists discovered a strange grave in western Belgium, dating back to 100 CE or so. Unlike the 76 other graves, it actually had a skeleton inside it. But 50 years later, we learned it was even weirder, because that...
SciShow
Denisovans: Our Mysterious Cousins That Made Us Better
During most of the past 2 million years or so, there were several species of hominins on Earth at any given time. Like, you might be familiar with our famous extinct cousins, the Neanderthals. But since 2010 we’ve been uncovering...
SciShow
Monogamy
Hank examines the zoological definition of monogamy, as well as some other breeding strategies that animals use.
TED Talks
TED: The era of personal DNA testing is here | Sebastian Kraves
From improving vaccines to modifying crops to solving crimes, DNA technology has transformed our world. Now, for the first time in history, anyone can experiment with DNA at home, in their kitchen, using a device smaller than a shoebox....
SciShow
How DNA Analysis Led Police to the Golden State Killer
The Golden State Killer was finally caught last week after more than 40 years, but the science behind it wasn’t just your everyday DNA forensics.
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
The Modern Spy: How Your Daily Devices Can Be Compromised
In an age where technology is intertwined with daily life, learn how easily your devices can be hacked and used for spying. From mobile phones to computers, discover the methods used by modern spies to infiltrate your privacy. Follow...
Rachel's English
Band 1 Vocab
Do you want to increase your vocabulary? Are you trying to prepare for the TOEFL or IELTS vocabulary exam? Would you like to expand your vocabulary beyond the most common words? This video is for you! I’ll teach you five common but...
Independent Producers
Using DNA to Catch Poachers
Game wardens in California are now using DNA fingerprinting analysis to help protect illegal poaching of wildlife. There are many species, from large game to shellfish, which are being illegally caught or killed for food. Since there are...
Curated Video
Calvin Hoover’s family devastated he is believed to have killed Christine Jessop
In a statement, shared exclusively with CBC News, the former wife of Calvin Hoover says their family is devastated to learn he is the likely killer of Christine Jessop.
Curated Video
How a genealogist traced Calvin Hoover’s DNA in Jessop murder case
After nearly four decades, Toronto police announced they had used genetic genealogy to identify the man that murdered nine-year-old Christine Jessop. A look at why police are so sure they’ve got the right person this time.
Curated Video
Christine Jessop’s killer identified by police
Toronto police have identified the man who raped and killed nine-year-old Christine Jessop in 1984 as Calvin Hooper, a neighbour who knew the family. The revelation brings closure to Jessop’s family as well as Guy Paul Morin, who spent a...
Curated Video
The science that unlocked Christine Jessop’s cold case
Toronto police utilized the cutting-edge science of genetic genealogy to help determine who killed Christine Jessop. The science narrowed the field enough to lead police to Calvin Hoover.
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DNA Analysis Interface Monitors
DNA Analysis Software Interface Monitors. HD Animation created exclusively for iStockphoto.
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DNA Analysis Interface Monitors
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Curated Video
Chinese lab process DNA samples of tsunami victims
1. Wide shot tilt up exterior of Beijing Genomics Institute
2. Logo of the company on top of the building
3. Researcher working in the genome sequencing lab
4. Computer monitor with map of genomes sequences of the tsunami victims
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Curated Video
Reburial of Australian WWI soldier
1. Wide pan of military cemetery with officials and public
2. Various of graves with Australian soldiers in background
3. Wide of veterans with flags, standing at entrance to cemetery
4. Close of Australian soldier carrying Australian...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Polymerase Chain Reaction (Pcr)
Watch this tutorial, which serves as an introduction to PCR (polymerase chain reaction). [9:54]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Gel Electrophoresis
This introduction to gel electrophoresis demonstrates how it's used to separate DNA fragments or other macromolecules. [11:00]
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Hhmi: Bio Interactive: Dna Gene Chip Explanation
Observe a scientist describe the process used to extract DNA from a cell and to analyze it on a gene chip. [1:41]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: The Secret of the Mummy's Dna
We'll get a Halloween-day look at new DNA analysis of Oetzi, a mummified man from 5300 years ago who was discovered in a melting glacier in the Italian Alps.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: A Robot Lab to Survey the Sea Floor
Imagine a robotic lab that can sample ocean organisms on its own and perform DNA analysis of what it finds. Learn how researchers are developing a DNA-sampling robot for undersea exploration in this audio lecture. [12:22]