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National Science Foundation: Mysteries of the Brain: Evolving Brain
Researchers are studying transparent zebra fish larvae to understand the neural circuitry of the human brain. [4:55]
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National Science Foundation: How Reliable Is Eyewitness Testimony?
Eyewitness testimony is often thought of as solid evidence in criminal cases, but researchers including Iowa State University's Gary Wells have found that our memories aren't as reliable as we think. Sometimes, we can even build false...
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National Science Foundation: Mysteries of the Brain: Brain States and Consciousness
A neurobiologist and a mathematician are studying the fruit fly to learn more about how cells communicate during sleep. [4:45]
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National Science Foundation: Openf Mri Allows Neuroscientists to Share Brain Research Data
Describes a project out of Stanford University where medical researchers will be able to securely share and access fMRI brain scans on a global scale. This sharing of information will do much to advance the progress of brain research....
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National Science Foundation: When Nature Strikes: Earthquakes
John Vidale and his team at the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network are monitoring ground motion across Washington State and Oregon to prepare residents for one of the most powerful natural hazards on the planet--a magnitude 9 "megathrust"...
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National Science Foundation: When Nature Strikes: On the Front Lines
Natural disasters can bring death and destruction to communities in the United States and around the world, but they can also teach us about Earth's natural processes. [5:34]
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National Science Foundation: Mysteries of the Brain: Perceiving Brain
A neuroscientist studies how the brain processes information by examining fMRI brain images to see what areas of the brain are active with various stimuli. [4:53]
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National Science Foundation: Mysteries of the Brain: Building a Brain
The simple tadpole brain is being studied by a neuroscientist to better understand brain development and how information from the surrounding environment is processed. [5 min.]
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National Science Foundation: Giving Robots and Prostheses the Human Touch
Research engineers and students in the University of California, Los Angeles, Biomechatronics Lab are designing artificial limbs to be more sensational, with the emphasis on sensation. The team, led by mechanical engineer Veronica J....
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National Science Foundation: When Nature Strikes: Hurricanes
Hurricanes are one of nature's most powerful natural hazards. Jenni Evans of Pennsylvania State University and Jeff Donnelly of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution are studying how hurricanes form and what factors influence where and...
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National Science Foundation: When Nature Strikes: Volcanoes
Volcanoes are one of the most powerful natural hazards on Earth, but supervolcanoes are so large that they have the ability to alter the world's climate. [5.33]
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National Science Foundation: Mysteries of the Brain: Thinking Brain
A neuroscientist explains synaptic processes in the brain and how they enable learning and memory. [4:49]
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National Science Foundation: When Nature Strikes: Landslides
Landslides occur when material like debris, rock, and soil become dislodged from the earth and slide downward at speeds that can approach 100 miles per hour. David Montgomery at the University of Washington studies past and present...
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National Science Foundation: Hydraulic Fracturing: Using Scientific Methods to Judge Trade Offs
University of Colorado environmental engineer Joseph Ryan heads a team gathering data on the pros and cons of oil and natural gas development, including the use of hydraulic fracturing. [3:07]
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National Science Foundation: Mysteries of the Brain: Emotional Brain
Researchers at Duke University are using virtual reality to study how the brain processes positive and negative emotions. [4:31]
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National Science Foundation: Mysteries of the Brain: Brain Computer Interface
Scientists at the University of Washington are developing devices that rely on brain-computer interfaces which register task-specific brain activity, and then use the information to empower the devices to perform those tasks. [4:54]
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National Science Foundation: When Nature Strikes: Tornadoes
Tornadoes can form in minutes, making early and accurate warnings crucial to saving lives. Howard Bluestein at the University of Oklahoma and Adam Houston at the University of Nebraska are trying to understand why some storms produce...
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National Science Foundation: Green Revolution
A10-part video series about renewable energy resources.
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National Science Foundation: When Nature Strikes: The Science of Natural Hazards
The National Science Foundation's (NSF) Directorate for Geosciences has partnered with NBC Learn and the Weather Channel to produce a 10-part video series that explores the science of natural disasters and research to avert their human...
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National Science Foundation: Science of Speed: Drag & Drafting
Engine power is constrained at superspeedways like Daytona and Talladega, so teams use aerodynamics to gain an advantage. Teams adjust their cars to minimize drag, but then it's up to the drivers to find 'the draft' and to trust the...
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National Science Foundation: Profiles of Scientists and Engineers: Design Engineer
Learn what it is like to be a design engineer. Amanda Parks at MIT explains her work in designing objects that incorporate digital technology, for example, a robotic toy that records its own movements, and clothing that generates and...
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National Science Foundation: Science of Nfl Football: Vectors
Learn how vectors can be used to analyze an NFL quarterback's football pass by calculating how much speed and direction are required to complete it. [3:58]
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National Science Foundation: Science of Nfl Football: Nutrition, Hydration & Health
In this video, we learn about the healthy regimen that NFL players must adhere to during their gruelling pre-season training camp in order to stay hydrated and get all their essential nutrients. [5:12]
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National Science Foundation: Science of Nfl Football: Projectile Motion & Parabolas
Looks at how horizontal and vertical velocity affect the parabolic path of a kicked football in this discussion of projectile motion. [4:16]