Be Smart
Computers Can Predict When You're Going to Die… Here's How
New ReviewPredictive analytics uses math and historical data to make predictions about the future. It’s used in commerce, sports, politics, social media and tons of other places. And as it turns out, people have been using math to predict people’s...
SciShow
Why We Age - And How We Can Stop It
Hank hates death, so he helps us understand the process of aging, informs us of how scientists are studying ways to prevent it and brings us the exciting news of current research in longevity... for mice.
SciShow
Why Do I Have to Brush My Teeth?
There are a few reasons that modern humans have to brush our teeth to stay healthy, even though our primate cousins don’t. Grab your floss and find the answers inside!
TED Talks
Emma Teeling: The secret of the bat genome
In Western society, bats are often characterized as creepy, even evil. Zoologist Emma Teeling encourages us to rethink common attitudes toward bats, whose unique and fascinating biology gives us insight into our own genetic makeup.
SciShow
Elizabeth Blackburn: Great Minds
Hank brings us the story of Elizabeth Blackburn, the Nobel Prize-winning Australian woman who discovered telomeres and telomerase, and helped scientists begin to understand the process of aging at a genetic level.
SciShow
The Disappearing Monarch and the Oldest Mammal on Earth
SciShow News starts the new year off with unusual animal news, including a crisis for the iconic monarch butterfly, and new research into what makes bowhead whales the longest-living mammals on Earth.
SciShow
Hank Meets a Giant Squid and Other News
Hank is back in the studio and is very excited to be able again to share news of the universe with you, including his encounter with a giant squid, an English king discovered under a parking lot, new pyramids discovered in Africa, and...
TED Talks
Dan Buettner: How to live to be 100+
To find the path to long life and health, Dan Buettner and team study the world's "Blue Zones," communities whose elders live with vim and vigor to record-setting age. In his talk, he shares the 9 common diet and lifestyle habits that...
SciShow
Why We Age - And How We Can Stop It
Hank hates death, so he helps us understand the process of aging, informs us of how scientists are studying ways to prevent it and brings us the exciting news of current research in longevity... for mice.
Crash Course
Life and Longevity: Crash Course History of Science
It's time to have a look at the future of human life and how technology could possibly extend longevity. But, within that tech, are questions of ethics that are not always at the top of mind when the tech is being developed. In this...
SciShow
Mutant Mosquitoes in Florida
In the search for longevity, scientists have found the longest-lived vertebrates on the planet in the arctic. Meanwhile, in warmer climes, the FDA approves a new method for combating disease-carrying mosquitoes.
Wonderscape
Secrets of Longevity: The Fascinating Lives of Parrots and Their Colorful Pasts
New ReviewScience Kids Longest Living Animals This video explores the fascinating longevity of parrots, specifically cockatoos and macaws, who can live up to 80 years or more. Through their complex brains, intelligence, social bonds, and limited...
Curated Video
How to Choose between Plasma, LCD & LED HDTVs
Howcast -Flat-screen TVs look similar on the outside, but vary dramatically on how they are constructed. Engineering affects picture quality and longevity. Choose the one that satisfies all of your demands.
Curated Video
World’s Oldest Dog Passes Away at 31-Years-Old
Every dog has its day, as the saying goes, and after 31 years and then some, Bobi’s day finally came. Bobi, the world’s oldest dog passed away in Portugal on Monday, October 23rd, according to Guinness world records. Luckily, this...
Great Big Story
Goliath, the giant Galapagos tortoise's tale
Dive into the life of Goliath, one of the world's largest Galapagos tortoises, and learn about the species' journey from near extinction to conservation success.
Curated Video
The Economic Cost of Longevity: Challenges and Strategies for Governments
This video discusses the economic implications of increasing longevity and the challenges it poses for governments and economies. It explores the need for healthcare, senior care facilities, and pension benefits for an aging population,...
Curated Video
The Future of Prosthetics: Enhancing Lives and Extending Longevity
This video explores the advancements in prosthetics, from ancient civilizations to the present day. It highlights the use of new materials, such as carbon fiber and plastics, as well as the integration of computer technology, sensors,...
Curated Video
Exploring the Science of Aging and Longevity
This video explores the advancements in scientific and medical research that are pushing the boundaries of life itself. It delves into the concept of aging, the theories behind it, and the factors that contribute to it. The video also...
Curated Video
The Evolution of Wearable Medical Technologies
This video explores the history and development of wearable technology and its contributions to health and medicine. From basic fitness trackers to advanced smartwatches, wearables have evolved to include health monitoring functions and...
Curated Video
Assisted Reproductive Technologies: Exploring Methods and Options for Conception
This video explores the miracles of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) and the various methods and technologies available to help individuals and couples overcome infertility. From in vitro fertilization to third-party ART, the...
Curated Video
Cryogenics: Exploring the Past, Present, and Future
This video provides an overview of the study of cryogenics, exploring its origins and advancements in the field. It highlights the practical applications of cryogenics in medicine, such as cryosurgery and cryopreservation, which have...
Curated Video
Blood Typing and Transfusions: Saving Lives Through Medical Breakthroughs
This video provides a brief history and development of blood typing and transfusions, highlighting how this medical advancement has saved countless lives. It explores the ancient understanding of blood, the discovery of blood...
Curated Video
Exploring the Evolution of Plastic Surgery: From Ancient Times to Modern Techniques
This video explores the evolution of plastic surgery, from ancient civilizations to modern advancements. It highlights the pioneers and techniques that have shaped the field, and discusses how current procedures are safer, more precise,...
Curated Video
How Vaccines Help Eradicate Diseases: A History and Impact
This video explains how vaccines have played a crucial role in eradicating deadly diseases throughout history, using the example of polio. It highlights the way vaccines work by training the immune system to create antibodies, leading to...