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We almost went extinct.
New genetic evidence suggests that around 930,000 years ago, our ancestors faced a severe population bottleneck, reducing their…
Are We Doing Election Math Wrong?
The video discusses the mathematical issues with current voting systems, particularly the “first-past-the-post” method. This method often results…
Modern Science Needs Ancient Roman Lead—And That’s a Problem
A 2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck off the coast of Sardinia, carrying over 30 metric tons of lead ingots, has…
Camels Against Cancer
Camel nanobodies, a smaller and simpler type of antibody, offer significant advantages over traditional antibodies. They can reach…
We Were Just Getting Started With mRNA Vaccines
mRNA vaccines, which played a critical role in combating COVID-19, are poised to revolutionize healthcare by offering fast,…
Jellyfish On… Land?
Myxozoans are tiny, multicellular parasites related to jellyfish, known for infecting a variety of hosts, including fish, worms,…
Is Your Period Linked To the Moon?
While the lunar and menstrual cycles share a similar duration of about 29 days, research shows no scientific…
The Reality of Pseudoarchaeology
The video introduces the concept of pseudoarchaeology and its implications, explaining how pseudoarchaeological ideas, often based on misinterpreted…
Illusions of Sound.
The video explores how our brains perceive and interpret sound, demonstrating through audio illusions that our sense of…
Analog vs. Digital Sound Face-off
The difference between analog and digital music lies in how sound waves are recorded and played back. Analog…