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Knowledge & Religion
Seven renowned researchers provide real-world examples of the relevance of TOK (Theory of Knowledge) concepts in their research. This interdisciplinary TOK Sampler examines diverse aspects of how religious and cultural traditions impact...
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Exploring Aquatic Monsters: Giant Squids, Eels, and More!
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of aquatic monsters, from giant squids to eels without scales. We learn that these creatures, unlike legendary monsters, actually exist in our present-day oceans. The giant squid, reaching...
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Pre-appearance Discussions
Sam Norton (Robert Stary Lawyers) and Karl Kent (Victoria Police Forensic Services Department) discuss with Professor Barbara Etter (Edith Cowan University) the importance of pre-appearance discussions with relevant parties. Expert...
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Oobleck and Non-Newtonian Fluids
Slime is all the rage with kids these days. One common form of slime is known as Oobleck. Oobleck happens to be a non-Newtonian fluid. Join Dr. Boyd in making Oobleck, and learning what it means to be a non-Newtonian fluid.
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Discovering meteorites in Antarctica, a scientific expedition
Join Constantine Tsang and the ANSMET team on their NASA-funded quest to uncover meteorites in Antarctica.
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Carbon dating
A scientific dating method widely used in archaeology to estimate the age of any organic material, such as wood, seeds, or animal remains. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning...
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Forensic science
The use of a wide range of scientific techniques to collect and store evidence for criminal investigations. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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How Did the Continents Form?
Explore the theory of Continental Drift: have the continents always been in the same place? And are they stationary now? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. 250 million years ago, most of the world's land mass was joined together....
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Coordinate Geometry: Descartes
The development of the Cartesian Coordinates system, and linear and non-linear equations, by the mathematician who fled the small hometown that now reveres him. Maths - History Of Maths A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning...
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Contraception: History of the Pill
Chart the history of the oral contraceptive - 'the Pill' - from its inception to its modern day prevalence. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The oral contraceptive pill is one of the most popular and reliable methods of...
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Edible Artistry: Crafting Stunning Desserts and Chocolate Wearables
Explore the world of culinary art as skilled chefs like Noémie Honiat and Vincent Guerlais transform simple ingredients into spectacular creations. Discover the secrets behind a heat-resistant chocolate dress and a chestnut-free mushroom...
Professor Dave Explains
Late Modern Philosophy Part 1: The Roots of Continental Philosophy
Modern philosophy began to approach its final stages in the early 19th century as two important groups began to form. These are the continental and analytic traditions, and these two groups will guide our investigation for the next...
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Discovering Meteorites in Antarctica, A Scientific Expedition
Join Constantine Tsang and the ANSMET team on their NASA-funded quest to uncover meteorites in Antarctica.
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Theory and Experiment
Five experts explore the notion of experimental verification in science, beginning with Karl Popper's famous "falsification criterion". Featured are: Nima Arkani-Hamed (Institute for Advanced Study), Scott Tremaine (Institute for...
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The Problems with Popper
Historian of science Michael Gordin (Princeton University) highlights three often unappreciated problems associated with Karl Popper's "falsification criterion". Each one of his concerns is then discussed and debated by theoretical...
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Empiricism Part 1: Da Vinci, Bacon, and Hobbes
With rationalism covered, let's investigate the other important movement in early modern philosophy, empiricism. In its earliest formulation, this included figures like Francis Bacon and Thomas Hobbes, and contrary to rationalism, which...
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Your Changing Body
Dr. Algae talks about the way our bodies change as we progress through life. He then discusses puberty and how it affects your body.
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Religion and Science
Renowned polymath Freeman Dyson (Institute for Advanced Study) gives his views on religion, science and community.
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In Freud's Shadow
UC Berkeley sleep scientist Matthew Walker describes how the attitudes towards sleep science have evolved over the years, and how the impact of Sigmund Freud still strongly lingers.
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Philosophers Wanted
Physicist Paul Steinhardt, Princeton University, describes how many advocates of inflationary cosmology now believe that no observational evidence could possibly invalidate their theory, leading Paul to conclude that philosophy should be...
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Many Different Paths
Renowned scientific polymath Freeman Dyson, Institute for Advanced Study, describes his conviction that, while science is one important way to gain knowledge about the world around us, it is by no means the only way.
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Sleep Sociology
UC Berkeley sleep scientist Matthew Walker ruminates on the sociology of sleep science within the broader domain of psychology, both past and present.
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Personal Meets Professional
Psychologist Barbara Fredrickson (UNC Chapel Hill) describes how a career spent investigating the importance of positive emotions has affected her personally.