Being Human

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CRISPR Transformed Her Life With Sickle Cell Disease

About six or seven months after receiving what she calls her “super cells,” Victoria Grey woke up to a feeling she didn’t recognize — nothing.
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This Alzheimer’s Test Could Change Everything

This DNA test doesn’t predict your future—it helps you understand your risk. Participants took a DNA test revealing their likelihood of overproducing a protein linked to Alzheimer’s disease and were assessed for anxiety, depression, and motivation to live...
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Ancient Virus DNA Builds the Human Placenta?

What if part of you came from ancient viruses? Alex Dainis explains that over 8% of the human genome is made up of viral DNA, left behind by infections from millions of years ago.
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Why Autism Diagnoses Are Rising

Vaccine scientist Dr. Peter Hotez breaks down the latest CDC data showing that 1 in 31 children are now diagnosed with autism by age 8, a huge jump from 1 in 54 just a few years ago.
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This Color Isn’t Real—But Science Makes It Visible

We explore a groundbreaking experiment where scientists used lasers to stimulate a very specific type of cone in the human eye—something that never happens naturally.
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Why You Still Get Cavities - Blame Your DNA

Still getting cavities even though you brush, floss, and avoid sugar? You’re not alone — and it might not be your fault. In this video, Alex Dainis breaks down the science behind why some people are more prone to tooth decay.
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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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Outbreak: Epidemics in a Connected World

Try your hand at being an outbreak responder in this interactive forum.
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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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Fool Your Brain with Fake Hand Illusion

Can you fool your brain into thinking a fake hand is your own? Alex Dainis demonstrates a fascinating brain illusion using synchronized tapping and a partition.
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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.