Hank wraps up the Crash Course on ecology by taking a look at the growing fields of conservation biology and restoration ecology, which use all the kung fu moves we've learned about in the past eleven weeks and apply them to protecting...

Around 74,000 years ago, a volcano called Toba in Sumatra exploded, and some scientists think it had a serious impact on the human population and some...don't.

Paul Andersen explains the importance of genetic variation within a population. He begins with a discussion of the devil facial tumor that is a form of cancer transferred between Tasmanian devils. He then explains how a decrease in...

In this video Paul Andersen explains how biodiversity can be measured through genetic, species, or ecosystem variety on the planet. Species diversity is increased through speciation and decrease through extinction. The mechanism for...

Science Kids Cloning Endangered Species - Pros and Cons

This video discusses the challenges and potential of cloning endangered species for conservation efforts. It highlights the genetic issues faced by clones, the process of...

Explore the transformative approach of Alan Kapuler towards agriculture, focusing on seed saving, the ethics of plant breeding, and his commitment to enhancing biodiversity through public domain genetics.

Dive into the complexities of Neanderthal extinction and uncover the various factors that may have contributed to their demise. Explore the role of climate change, genetic diversity, and competition with Homo sapiens in shaping...

Explore the processes of cell division and reproduction in animals and plants. Learn about mitosis, the process by which cells replicate and repair damaged tissue, and meiosis, the method of cell division involved in sexual...

Discover the importance of seed banks in preserving genetic diversity in plant species. The video highlights the Millennium Seed Bank at Kew Gardens in Britain, which holds seeds from 10% of the world's plants and conducts research on...

Dive into the world of genes and genetic diversity to uncover how these fundamental elements of heredity shape both individual traits and species survival. Explore real-world examples, like the plight of Tasmanian devils, to grasp how...

Discover the vibrant complexity of biodiversity in this enlightening video. From the staggering variety of tomato species in a single garden to the vast ecosystems spanning the globe, explore how different forms of life, from plants to...

Dive into the intricate world of genetic inheritance to understand how dominant and recessive alleles shape our traits, from tongue rolling abilities to eye color. Learn why siblings can inherit different traits from the same parents...

Brit looks back on our fourth month on Nature League, when we explored the theme of sex and reproduction.

In this De-Natured segment of Nature League, Brit breaks down a recent scientific journal article about the rates of speciation of marine fish around the world. Article citation: Rabosky, D.L., Chang, J., Title, P.O., Cowman, P.F.,...

In this Nature League Field Trip, Brit discovers biodiversity in downtown Missoula and discusses its uses and values.

In this De-Natured segment of Nature League, Brit breaks down a recent scientific journal article about the effect of cannabidiol on brain regions associated with psychosis. Article citation: Bhattacharyya S, Wilson R, Appiah-Kusi E, et...

In this Nature League Field Trip, Brit joins scientists in the Flathead River system to explore the consequences of genetic introgression between westslope cutthroat trout and rainbow trout.

In this episode of "From A to B", Adrian asks Brit why male ostriches sometimes direct mating dances toward humans.

In this Nature League Field Trip, Brit joins researchers at the University of Montana Flathead Lake Biological Station to sample for freshwater invertebrates, including Mysis shrimp. Thanks to Dr. Jim Elser for being our field guide at...

In this Nature League Field Trip, Brit introduces both herself and Missoula, Montana as hosts of the channel. Future Field Trip locations are revealed, and we break down our first Wild Word: ecology.

In this episode of "From A to B", Adrian asks Brit why some people say it's morally okay to eat plants but not animals.

The Agricultural Research Service operates a genebank network designed to protect crucial plant germplasm. This helps plant breeders and researchers develop superior crops for today and tomorrow.

In this episode of "From A to B", Adrian asks Brit why animals are basically getting smaller over time.

23andMe has built its business on collecting data from millions of at-home testing kits. As the company moves to develop therapeutic drugs, CEO Anne Wojcicki outlines the next health innovations that could be powered by genetic data.