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Meet three mechanical engineers who are designing the next generation of jet engines at a major U.S. company. They explain how their curiosity about how things work led them to advanced engineering degrees and cool careers with aircraft engines. Part of the "Career Connections" series.
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Part of the "Green Careers" series. Examines how staffers at nonprofit agencies work with lawyers, lobbyists, and other concerned citizens to advocate for environmental protection and strategies for sustainable growth. Jobs profiled include the following: environmental attorney, research associate, press secretary, community organizer, and attorney.
Hear from a forest services manager who leads projects for forest health and sustainability. He discusses the importance of math, science, writing, and communication in the field of forestry. Learn about the many careers available in the area of natural sciences. Part of the "Career Connections" series.
Part of the "Green Careers" series. Presents an overview of job opportunities in water management, such as flood control, reservoir management, levee design and repair, designing and operating dams and sewer systems, river management and restoration, monitoring fish populations, protecting habitats and endangered species, maintaining natural resources, water conservation, irrigation, landscape design, and more. Jobs profiled include the following: civil engineer, water resource manager, water conservation specialist, and landscaper.
Part of the "Green Careers" series. Provides an inside look at an organic farm and an organic retail store. Discusses the daily challenges and rewards of working in this field. Organic farming includes a wide range of jobs in production, marketing, and distribution. Jobs profiled include the following: farm manager, retail sales manager, and organic produce buyer.
The magic of life unfolds, but for adolescents Mimi, Izzie, and Quinn, watching a monarch butterfly emerge from its cocoon and spread its wings is more than a fascinating moment—cameras are rolling. With support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Richard Hudson and his team at Twin Cities Public Television are putting middle-school girls in front of a national audience on the PBS series “SciGirls.” This is the first television science series designed specifically for girls, ages 8 to 12, to inspire and empower them to consider careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Part of the National Science Foundation Series “Science Nation.”
Chemist Jon Wilker discusses some of his latest chemistry projects.
Spend a day with Rommie Amaro as she explains what it’s like to be a biophysical chemist.
Amanda Parkes reveals some of her latest engineering projects and helps us find out what it’s like to be a design engineer.
In this episode, vets use ingenious methods to take an x-ray of a giraffe's giant hoof. Also, an armadillo needs a checkup. Part of "The Wildlife Docs" series.
Nate Ball uses science to develop mechanical devices that help improve life. Some of his designs push technology to its limits, like his portable, refrigerated vaccine backpack.
Ziggy the cat has a big problem. He is overweight. Dr. Chris works with Ziggy's owner to ensure the cat’s deteriorating health is not compromised further. Then, Dr. Lisa must tend to three abandoned kittens. Part of the "Dr. Chris Pet Vet" series.
Dr. Lisa assists a family in finding the perfect dog. Parents Luke and Noelle are looking for a dog for their three children. Part of the "Rescue Me With Dr. Lisa" series.
Meet a food scientist who overcame his fear of chemistry, and now conducts experiments with vegetables. Part of the "Career Connections" series.
What does a biogeoscientist do all day? Find out by spending the day with Britt Stephens at his office 45,000 feet above sea level.
Follow a structural engineer through a busy day of working with sophisticated design tools. He is tasked with creating safe, long-lasting structures. Part of the "Career Connections" series.
An exhausted pelican lands on a busy highway in Florida, and host Matt Gutman is there to assist with the rescue. Then, a rescue mission is launched to save a manatee that became ill after spending too long in frigid water. Part of the "Sea Rescue" series.
Environmental scientist Tamar Losleben explains how environmental engineers research and plan the best ways to use resources to satisfy both human and environmental needs.
While Dr. Oakley's family prepares for a birthday surprise, she tends to a sick yak and a pack of sled dogs. She also oversees the care of two orphaned eaglets. Part of the "Wilderness Vet" series.
Hydrogeologist Shannon Cook talks about how he entered this field of science and what he does on a daily basis. For this career, be sure to study math, science, and geology. Part of the "Career Connections" series.
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Resources to teach younger students about animals
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Biology related concepts
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