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Run a Marathon in Space? Suni Williams did it!

Imagine running a marathon… in space. That’s exactly what astronaut Suni Williams did aboard the International Space Station in 2007.
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Are Microplastics in Our Brains and Bodies?

Microplastics are everywhere—including in our brains and bodies. Researchers have found them in all human tissue systems, and even in meconium, a newborn’s first bowel movement.
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Are Marathon Winners Determined by their Genetics?

What role does your DNA play in how fast you run? Alex Dainis breaks down the real science behind running performance and explores whether marathon winners are shaped more by training or by genetics.
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DIY Pulse Detector Using a Marshmallow

Did you know you can see your heartbeat using just a marshmallow and a matchstick? 🔥🫀 Alex Dainis shows how to do this simple science trick that lets you visualize your radial pulse — the blood flow from your wrist — in real time!
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You Might See 100x More Colors

Can you see millions more colors than the people around you—and not even realize it? Alex Dainis explains how a rare genetic trait called tetrachromacy could give you superhuman vision without you even knowing it.
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Did Our Brains Evolve From Reptiles?

Your brain is more ancient than you think—and part of it still acts like a reptile's. Daniel Levitin breaks down the evolutionary layers of the human brain.
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Thursday, March 27 | 7:30 pm

¡A Bailar!

Get ready for an evening at the intersection of movement and music within the Hispanic and Latinx community!
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Wednesday, March 26 | 7:00 pm

Gamechangers: Innovations and Advances in Cancer Treatment

Through presentation and conversation, hear from an esteemed panel of doctors, researchers, and gamechangers who are reshaping the future of cancer treatment.
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Can You Trust What You Hear? Test Yourself with This Sound Illusion

Your eyes can actually trick your ears. 👀👂In this video, Alex Dainis demonstrates a powerful audio illusion called the McGurk Effect — where what you see changes what you hear, even when the sound stays the same. She says the same word twice... or does...
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Should Parents Choose Their Baby’s Traits?

Journalist Anna Sussman explores how some parents are also interested in traits like intelligence, height, and other characteristics.
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Can Memories Be Stored Outside the Brain?!

Can memories be stored outside of the brain? In this video, Insoo Hyun dives into new research that suggests body cells—not just brain cells—might be able to "remember" through a process scientists are calling cellular cognition.
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Is the "Celtic curse" real?

Is the "Celtic curse" real? 🍀 Alex Dainis unpacks hereditary hemochromatosis — a genetic mutation that makes the body absorb too much iron, causing joint pain, liver, and heart issues. But here’s the good news: early screening can stop it before symptoms...
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ZIP Codes Affect Lifespan More Than Genetics – Here’s Why

Your zip code may predict your lifespan more than your genes. Dr. Amanda Masino studies how where you live affects your health, from the microbes in your home to access to food, air quality, and healthcare. Science isn’t just about discovery—it’s about...
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Dr. Fauci Reflects on COVID-19, 5 Years Later

On the 5th anniversary of COVID-19 lockdowns, Dr. Anthony Fauci reflects on why they were necessary — and what he thinks we should reconsider now.
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Flu Season is Breaking Records: What You Need to Know

This flu season is breaking records, with the CDC reporting over 33 million illnesses, 430,000 hospitalizations, and 19,000 deaths-the highest surge in 15 years.