Decoding quantum reality - with Vlatko Vedral
The speaker discusses the foundations of physics, emphasizing the role of quantum mechanics and information theory in understanding the universe.
The complex science of fertility - with Donna Drucker
The video discusses the historical and technological evolution of fertility treatments, focusing on artificial insemination, IVF, and diagnostic methods, highlighting their societal impacts and future possibilities.
Q&A: The science and language of skateboarding - with Rodney Mullen
Rodney Mullen discusses skateboarding innovations, AI integration, and personal insights.
How can we solve the world's water crisis? - with Tim Smedley
The talk discusses the global water crisis, its causes, and potential solutions, emphasizing the importance of sustainable water management and nature-based solutions.
Do we really want a world free from plastic? #science
The video discusses the essential role of plastics in reducing waste, energy consumption, and carbon footprint, highlighting the unintended consequences of eliminating plastics.
The future of bioengineering - with Alvena Kureshi
The talk explores the transformative potential of bioengineering in healthcare and environmental sustainability, focusing on innovations like biodegradable materials and surgical advancements.
Could science abolish death? - with Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston
The discussion explores the concept of abolishing death through advanced preservation techniques and future medical technologies.
Why we will never have a plastic-free world - with Mike Shaver
The talk emphasizes the importance of plastics in sustainability, highlighting their efficiency and the need for systemic approaches to manage their lifecycle and environmental impact.
The forgotten scientists of WWII - with David Clary
The lecture discusses the impact of World War II on scientists, focusing on those who couldn't escape Europe and the efforts of the Academic Assistance Council to help refugee scientists.
How food makes us - 2024 Christmas Lectures with Chris van Tulleken 2/3
The lecture explores how food serves as both fuel and construction material for the body, emphasizing the chemical processes involved in energy production and nutrient utilization.
From tastebuds to toilet - 2024 Christmas Lectures with Chris van Tulleken 1/3
The lecture explores the digestive process, emphasizing the importance of food in building and fueling the body, and how food processing has impacted human evolution and culture.
The big food hack - 2024 Christmas Lectures with Chris van Tulleken 3/3
The video discusses the evolution of human eating habits, the impact of food processing, and the challenges of modern industrial food systems.
Pushing the limits - Nancy Rothwell's 1998 Christmas Lectures 5/5
The video explores how humans and animals adapt to extreme environments, focusing on homeostasis and survival strategies in harsh climates.
Times of our lives - Nancy Rothwell's 1998 Christmas Lectures 4/5
The video explores how biological rhythms and natural clocks in living organisms are influenced by environmental cues, particularly light, and how these rhythms affect behavior, physiology, and lifespan.