Women in STEM

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Living on Mars Time | NASA JPL Engineer Nagin Cox Shares Her Experience

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Systems Engineer Nagin Cox shares her experience of living on Martian time from Earth while working on four rover missions.
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What is Bernoulli's Principle?

Alex Dainis shows off a fun and educational party trick that's sure to amaze your friends! Have you ever wondered how to inflate a plastic bag with just three breaths?
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Adorable Six Toed Cats

Have you ever wondered why some cats have extra toes? Join us in this fascinating journey into the world of polydactyl cats and their unique genetics!
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The Future of Robotics: Soft and Flexible

Professor Dorsey unveils the secrets behind the materials that compose soft robots, from flexible plastics to squishy rubber and even shape-shifting metals that remain liquid at room temperature.
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How AI is Shaping Video Game Development - Roblox Designer Discusses

Roblox Technical Instructional Designer Genevieve Johnson discusses the exciting potential of AI in shaping the future of video games.
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How to Make a Hologram

Alex Dainis is diving deep into the world of holographic illusions.
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Why Does Banana Candy Not Taste Like Bananas?

Why does banana candy taste so different from the bananas we find in our grocery stores today? Alex Dainis dives into the history of the Gros Michel banana, once the top banana variety until a devastating fungal disease changed everything. Learn how...
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The Fastest Way to Empty a Bottle

Have you ever found yourself frustrated by the slow process of emptying a bottle? Alex Dainis has taken on the challenge to determine the fastest way to empty a soda bottle.
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The Real Reason Cilantro Tastes Like Soap

Have you ever wondered why some people adore cilantro's fresh flavor, while others liken it to soap? Why does cilantro taste like soap to you?
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Caffeine Sensitivity Is In Your Genes

Ever wondered why a single cup of coffee can keep you awake all night? It turns out, your DNA might hold the key!
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Battery Bounce Test: Guess the Charge

Ever wondered if that spare battery rolling around in the drawer is new or used?
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Why Your Earwax is Wet or Dry

Have you ever wondered why some people have wet and sticky earwax while others have dry and flaky earwax? In this video, Alex Dainis explores the fascinating link between earwax and DNA!
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The Science Hack To De-Fog Your Bathroom Mirror

Alex Dainis explains the science of foggy mirrors and how you can stop them. By applying a small amount of shaving cream and rubbing it onto the glass, you can prevent fog from forming the next time you take a shower.
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The Science Behind Why You Hate The Sound of Chewing

Alex Dainis explains the science of misophonia. Misophonia is characterized by an intense reaction to specific sounds. People who experience misophonia have strong negative emotions when exposed to trigger sounds such as chewing or pen clicking.
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Untie An Impossible Knot With Math

Are your headphones always getting tangled? Alex Dainis explains the science behind so-called “impossible” knots.