A 3D atlas of the universe – Carter Emmart
For the last 12 years, Carter Emmart has been coordinating the efforts of scientists, artists and programmers to build a complete 3D visualization of our known universe. He demos this stunning tour and explains how it’s being shared with facilities around the world.
3 compelling reasons why we haven’t found aliens yet
Aliens have always captured our imaginations. The universe is large and filled with other planets but somehow it seems like humans are alone. So we decided to break down three theories on why we haven’t found any aliens yet. Following is a transcript of the video.
Robots that fly … and cooperate | Vijay Kumar
In his lab at Penn, Vijay Kumar and his team build flying quadrotors, small, agile robots that swarm, sense each other, and form ad hoc teams — for construction, surveying disasters and far more.
¿La biotecnología es mala?- CuriosaMente 186
¿La biotecnología es mala? Descubre aplicaciones biotecnológicas que han mejorado nuestra vida.
The microbes that live with us from cradle to grave
Inside your body there are trillions of microscopic organisms: bacteria, viruses, fungi and archaea – collectively known as the microbiota. Over the past decade, we’ve learnt that these communities help to shape our physiology and contribute to our wellbeing. But there are still many questions: When do we acquire our first microbes? How does our […]
Quantum supremacy: A three minute guide
Google says they have reached ‘quantum supremacy’ with their quantum computer ‘Sycamore’. Nature reporter Elizabeth Gibney explains what this means, why IBM disagree, and the significance for quantum computing.
The Mathematics of Quantum Computers | Infinite Series
What is the math behind quantum computers? And why are quantum computers so amazing? Find out on this episode of Infinite Series.
The high-stakes race to make quantum computers work – Chiara Decaroli
Get to know the unique properties of quantum computers and the obstacles that have prevented this theoretical technology from becoming a reality.
The mysterious origins of life on Earth – Luka Seamus Wright
Where on Earth did life begin? Explore the hydrothermal vents in Earth’s crust as simple compounds gave way to complex life.
The Maya myth of the morning star
Discover the Maya myth of Venus, the morning star plotting revenge on his brother, the sun, and his allies.
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What is consciousness? – Michael S. A. Graziano
Explore the theories of human consciousness and the science of how your brain works to create a conscious experience.
How close are we to uploading our minds? – Michael S.A. Graziano
Investigate the possibility of scanning the human brain and uploading our minds and consciousness to a digital world.
Could a Vaccine Prevent Type 1 Diabetes?
Measles, mumps, and polio are things we can prevent with vaccines, but scientists are looking to add a surprising entry to that list: Type 1 diabetes. Hosted by: Stefan Chin