by msander | Dec 3, 2017 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
In the first video in our two part series on HIV and AIDS, we explain how scientists figured out what HIV is, when the infection morphs into AIDS, and where they think the virus originated. We’re conducting a survey of our viewers! If you have time, please give...
by msander | Oct 19, 2017 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
We’ve harnessed electricity, sequenced the human genome, and eradicated smallpox. But after billions of dollars in research, we haven’t found a solution for a disease that affects more than 14 million people and their families at any given time. Why is it so difficult...
by msander | Feb 13, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
It’s peak cold and flu season, and mucus is making many of our lives miserable. But despite being a little icky, phlegm gets a bad rap. This germ-fighting goo contains cells and chemical compounds that help us power through a cold. You can also think of mucus as a...
by msander | Jan 23, 2017 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology
Eureka! Lab takes on the question: how far away should to stand to stay safe from a sneeze? To find out, we need to do some science! Three blog posts accompany this video (click for more): __________________________ A snotty setup: http://bit.ly/SnotScience1 Results...
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