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Delve into topics at the frontier of science, culture and the natural world.
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Biomimicry: 5 Amazing Creations Inspired by Nature
Biomimicry is the practice of using Nature as inspiration for new technology. In this video, we explore five amazing biomimetic inventions that are doing everything from treating diabetes to helping us get a clearer picture of the early universe. LINKS Check out the Conversation with Kristy Hamilton about her book “Nature’s Wildest Ideas.” EXTRAS Clips…
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Are Shark Attacks On the Rise?
To date, this summer has seen six shark attacks off the coast of New York’s Long Island. Swimmers have been bitten on their feet, hands, butts, and one very unlucky gentleman was knocked off his paddleboard and bitten on the leg. Fortunately, none of these incidents were life threatening. So what’s going on here? Why…
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The Bajau People Are Evolving for Life Underwater
For at least 1000 years, the Bajau people of Southeast Asia have lived in close proximity to the ocean. Bajau fishermen spend up to 60 percent of their day underwater and can dive more than 70 meters down using only homemade goggles. With such an affinity for water, scientists have suspected the Bajau might have…
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How Tardigrades Withstand Lethal Radiation
Tardigrades, also called water bears, may be the toughest group of animals in the world. Barely the size of a poppy seed, they can withstand extreme cold, intense pressure, and even the hard vacuum of space. They can also tolerate high doses of radiation, up to 100 times the lethal amount for humans. How tardigrades…