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Can Giving Blood Regularly Help Prevent Cancer?

In a new study, researchers found that these frequent blood donors developed changes in their bone marrow that support the production of healthier blood cells. The study explored the long-term health of over 200 individuals who donated blood three times a...
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Can You Outsmart the Stroop Effect?

Can your brain beat this classic cognitive test? Alex Dainis explores the Stroop Effect—a fascinating phenomenon in cognitive science that reveals just how automatic reading is for most of us.
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Can Bird Flu Spread to Cats and Dogs?

Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is no longer just a concern for birds — it's now affecting cats and dogs too.In this video, Dr. Insoo Hyun explains how the virus is spreading from wild birds to pets, what symptoms to watch for, and how to protect...
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Can You Sleep Less and Still Feel Energized

How can some people feel completely rested with just 4 hours of sleep? The secret might be hidden in their DNA. Alex Dainis explores the fascinating biology of “short sleepers”.
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Swearing = Pain Relief? Science Says Yes

Does yelling a swear word actually help when you’re in pain? Turns out... yes! Backed by decades of research from British psychologists Richard Stephens and Ollie Robertson, swearing has been scientifically linked to increased pain tolerance and mental...
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DIY Stethoscope With 3 Simple Items at Home!

Ever wonder what your heartbeat sounds like up close? 🔊 In this fun and fast DIY science experiment, we’ll show you how to make your own working stethoscope using everyday items!
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Debunking the 10% Brain Myth with Daniel Levitin

Do we use only 10% of our brain? Neuroscientist and author Daniel Levitin is here to bust some of the most persistent myths about the human brain. In this Short video, Levitin explains why these beliefs are outdated and scientifically inaccurate.
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Genetic Mutation Makes Bones Unbreakable

We dive into an incredible discovery about the LRP5 gene — a rare genetic variant that leads to denser and stronger bones. Learn how bone density, minerals, and proteins work together to form strong bones.
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Why 90% of East Asians Can't Drink Milk - Ancient DNA Mystery?

Ever wonder why some people can drink milk without any issues — while others can't? Explore the surprising link between lactose tolerance and Neanderthal DNA in East Asians.
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Spinning Illusion That Fools Your Brain

Think you’re seeing color? Think again. 🎨In this video, Alex Dainis explains how a spinning black-and-white disc—called Benham’s Disc—can make you see colors that aren’t really there. It’s a cool illusion that shows how your eyes and brain don’t always...
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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.