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How Genetics Shape Your Spice Tolerance

Do you love the kick of spicy foods? Alex Dainis explores the spicy gene phenomenon and uncover how variations in our DNA influence our taste preferences. Discover the science behind spice tolerance and find out where you stand on the spicy spectrum!
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Tardigrades: Exploring Their Genetic Secrets

Discover the awe-inspiring world of tardigrades, also known as water bears. Did you know the microscopic tardigrsdes can survive dehydration, freezing temperatures, and even the vacuum of outer space?
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What Is the Future of Engineering with Bioengineering Pioneer Donald E Ingber

Is biological inspiration the key to the future of engineering? Bioethicist Insoo Hyun sits down with Donald E Ingber, Founding Director of the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering and Professor of Bioengineering at Harvard's School of...
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Harnessing Nature's Engineering with Wyss Institute Founding Director Don Ingber

Imagine the intricate process of a humble caterpillar transforming into a majestic butterfly. In this enlightening video, we delve into the remarkable world of biotechnology with insights from leading expert Donald E. Ingber, Founding Director of the Wyss...
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How Heart Rates Sync Up at Concerts

Do you know that when you and your date watch a live show or concert, your heart rates can sync up? Groundbreaking studies conducted among theatergoers in London and concert attendees in Switzerland reveal the astonishing phenomenon of heart rate...
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Scientists Merge Yeast with Photosynthesis Genes

What happens when scientists give yeast the ability to produce energy like plants do?Dive into the world of bioengineering with Alex Dainis as she explains how scientists have merged the energy-producing capabilities of plants with the versatile...
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How Ear Piercing Alters Your Skin Microbiome

Did you know piercing your ears changes your skin’s microbiome? Alex Dainis breaks down the intricate processes that unfold beneath the surface of your skin when you decide to pierce your ears.
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How Electric Eels Might Alter Fish DNA

Did you know that electric eels can help fish take up DNA from their surroundings? Join Alex Dainis on an electrifying journey into the world of genetics as she demystifies the process of electroporation.
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Y Chromosomes Allow Us to Trace Ancestry Back Generations

Did you know that your Y chromosome can be identical to those of your ancestors from hundreds of years ago? In this video, Alex Dainis explains how Y chromosomes are passed down through male lineages, and barely recombine with X chromosomes.
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You are Genetically Related to Every Creature on the Planet!

Did you know that you are genetically related to every single living thing on Earth?
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Human Body Kahoots

The human body is fascinating! We sweat, our hair changes color, glasses help our eyes see, and our bodies help us move around in the world. Learn about how the human body works and the systems we have constantly working inside of us.

Oceans Kahoots

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Animals Kahoots

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