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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 In this Short video, Levitin explains why these beliefs are outdated and scientifically inaccurate.
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Saving Salamanders on the Big Night

Why did the salamander cross the road? In this video Keeper Jason introduces Stevie, a spotted salamander on a special journey during the "Big Night" — the first warm, rainy night in early spring.
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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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From 300 to 2000 Turtles: The Head Start Success Story

The Northern Red-Bellied Cooters is an endangered turtle species native to North America. Thanks to a program called Headstart, they received warm water, unlimited food, and expert care — allowing them to grow three times faster than they would in the...
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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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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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Fungus That Inspired The Last of Us

What if a fungus could turn you into a zombie? Meet Cordyceps — the real-life "zombie fungus" that inspired the terrifying concept behind The Last of Us and a microorganism that can hijack the bodies of insects.
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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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Dire Wolves Are Back—Thanks to Gene Editing

The dire wolf is no longer just a creature of the past. Using cutting-edge genetic engineering, scientists have created two hybrid wolves by splicing ancient dire wolf DNA into the genome of modern gray wolves. These aren’t just symbolic tributes. They...
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Brain Waste and Memory Loss: The Scary Link

Is your brain clearing out its waste properly? If not, it could put you at risk for cognitive decline — including vascular dementia. Your brain has a unique system for removing waste: the glymphatic system.
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ArtsEmerson presents The Point: Hot on Stage, Climate Justice, and the Future of Theater

Join us for an evening exploring the many ways the arts are crucial to a more just future for us all.
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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.