Laughing is a universal human behavior, one that transcends borders of language and culture. But it’s also REALLY WEIRD. Why do we do it? The answer has less to do with humor than you might think. [It’s Okay To Be Smart]
The science of man and woman’s best friend! [ASAP Science]
San Francisco is testing pee-resistant walls on city buildings to cut down on the side effects of people seeking relief. The move is relatively expensive so officials will wait to see how effective it is before extending the program. According to SF Gate, the city has received 375 requests to clean up urine in the […]
What would happen to you if a black hole the size of a coin suddenly appeared in your pocket? Lets find out! [Kurz Gesagt – In a Nutshell]
The perfect way to start your week when your a scientist! [zBriGuy | Via NA]
‘Chemical free’ diets and ‘detoxing’ have become a popular part of culture, but you may be quite surprised at what you’re actually eating. Watch as ASAP Science debunks the myths and misconceptions in the above video. [AsapSCIENCE]
Locusts are incredible jumpers, Sam & Si discover how by utilising super slow motion! [BBC Earth Unplugged]
Pulling one end of a chain of beads from a beaker and letting it fall down on the floor creates a fascinating gravity-defying phenomenon called a “chain fountain” where the chain mysteriously rises by several inches before going down. But why is it doing that? James Gorman of the New York Times explains: When you […]
Five years ago, Claire Wineland was in a medically induced coma for 2 weeks, and in this video, she explains how she felt and what she remembers from the experience. A fascinating tale from a wonderful young lady. [The Clairity Project]
Duke University researchers have wired together two sets of brains to create networks: one made up of monkeys and the other of rats. It’s a practical step towards a theoretical goal of helping stroke victims. The project was led by Miguel Nicolelis, who previously worked on a project resulting in a paraplegic man using a […]