The Fascinating Science Behind Phantom Limbs
Anyone who has lost a limb can still feel it. Even someone born without one can still feel a phantom. Why is that? This TED-Ed video based on lessons by Joshua W. Pate explains the fascinating science behind phantom limb sensations.
Why Meat Is The Best Worst Thing In The World
Meat basically is the most inefficient way of feeding humans. If we look closely, our meaty diet is literally eating up the planet.
What’s A Smartphone Made Of?
Smartphone undoubtedly is one of the world's most powerful communication tools. But, have you ever wondered what is it made of?
The Sound The Universe Makes
The space isn’t a silent place. In this TED Talk, Janna Levin, a professor in Physics, says the universe has a soundtrack -- a sonic composition that records some of the most dramatic events in outer space as they unfold.
What Do Raindrops Really Look Like?
A falling raindrop doesn’t look like a tear drop. Because of surface tension, the water drops split as they fall forming the shape with the smallest surface area for its volume, which is an imperfect sphere.
How A Dragonfly’s Brain Is Designed To Kill
When a dragonfly sees a smaller insect, it has about 97 percent chance of catching it for a meal. So how can something with so few neurons be one of the most efficient killers in the entire animal kingdom? Neuroscientist Greg Gage explains.
How SpaceX, Blue Origin, And Virgin Galactic Plan On Taking You To Space
Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Richard Branson are racing to make space travel and space tourism more accessible to people like you and me. But how are they planning to do it?
What Would Happen If Every Human Suddenly Disappeared?
We have affected Earth so profoundly that most scientists believe we have left a permanent mark on Earth’s geological record. Humanity hasn't always been here, and we know that we won’t be here forever. But what would happen if we suddenly disappeared?
How Could We Build A Moon Base Today?
We often dream about leaving Earth and becoming a space traveler. The reality is, we could begin our dream by setting up a Lunar Base today. Here’s how our first Moon base could be completed in a decade.
Why Haven’t We Cured Cancer Yet?
Technological advancements surely have helped increase cancer survival rates, but why isn’t there a cure for cancer yet? We are well-versed with the importance of treatments like chemotherapy and radiation therapy, but are there any more advance treatments we can look forward to?
How Cancer Cells Communicate — And How We Can Slow Them Down
Cancer cells communicate with each other and coordinate their movement throughout the body. But this process can be interrupted. In this TED Talk, Hasini Jayatilaka shares her work on an innovative method to stop cancer cells from communicating -- and halt their fatal ability to spread.
What Happens If You Eat Radioactive Food?
You probably have been eating radioactive materials all your life without you knowing it. Wonder what they do to your body?
Why Is NASA Sending A Spacecraft To The Sun?
Early today (Aug. 11), NASA is launching its newest spacecraft, called the Parker Solar Probe. The probe's mission is to study the outer corona of the Sun to better protect our tech-driven lifestyle against destructive solar storms that could take us back to the stone ages.
How Does The Ocean Cleanup Technology Work?
Plastic was long considered to be a revolutionary material. But, what has it turned into now? A trash – and millions of tons of it end up in the ocean every year. Of course there are plenty of attempts to thwart this growing problem, but this approach by the Ocean Cleanup seems to be the most effective. Here's how it works.
What Would Humans Look Like If We Never Evolved?
If we didn't evolve, we would all be walking around on four legs. We also might have fur all over our body.
How Can You Change Someone’s Mind? (Hint: Facts Aren’t Always Enough)
When someone is wrong and you present them with facts, they quickly change their mind and accept what’s correct. But in some cases, many just continue to argue for something […]
Why Is NASA Sending A Spacecraft To The Sun?
Early today (Aug. 11), NASA is launching its newest spacecraft, called the Parker Solar Probe. The probe’s mission is to study the outer corona of the Sun to better protect our tech-driven lifestyle against destructive solar storms that could take us back to the stone ages.
What Do Artificial Sweeteners Actually Do To Your Body?
Artificial sweeteners are just as bad as sugar, and our brain and gut respond to them in surprising ways. These sugar alternatives may have low to no calorie, but studies have shown our body reacts to them negatively. So how are these compounds processed in our body? And how are they harming our health?
What Do Food Expiration Dates Actually Mean?
Sell By, Best By, or Use By dates on food items don't actually mean what you think. The labels are mainly for quality and flavor purposes, and don't necessarily have anything to do with food safety. Many common foods are edible past the expiration dates.
3 Incredible Examples of Evolution Hidden In Your Body
From your tailbone which used to be a tail to that pink bit in the corner of your eye - a leftover of a third eyelid which we can still find in lizards, birds and fishes, here are three incredible examples of evolution hidden in your body.
Four Billion Years Of Evolution In Six Minutes
Did we evolve from monkeys or from fish? Well, the first animals to develop a backbone were fishes. So technically, we all evolved from fish, and not from monkeys.
How SpaceX, Blue Origin, And Virgin Galactic Plan On Taking You To Space
Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Richard Branson are racing to make space travel and space tourism more accessible to people like you and me. But how are they planning to do it?
How Does The Ocean Cleanup Technology Work?
Plastic was long considered to be a revolutionary material. But, what has it turned into now? A trash – and millions of tons of it end up in the ocean every year. Of course there are plenty of attempts to thwart this growing problem, but this approach by the Ocean Cleanup seems to be the most effective. Here's how it works.
What Do Raindrops Really Look Like?
A falling raindrop doesn’t look like a tear drop. Because of surface tension, the water drops split as they fall forming the shape with the smallest surface area for its volume, which is an imperfect sphere.
Why Meat Is The Best Worst Thing In The World
Meat basically is the most inefficient way of feeding humans. If we look closely, our meaty diet is literally eating up the planet.