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USGS (US Geological Survey) technologist Rick LaHusen describes how the development and deployment of instruments plays a crucial role in mitigating volcanic hazards.
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United States Geological Survey geologist, Angie Diefenbach, describes how she uses GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software to study volcanic erupts and their impacts on society.
Do animals change their behavior when humans hike through the forest or move next door? Scientists looking to answer this question are relying on webcams. They are hoping to gather data to pinpoint adaptations in animal behavior related to human interaction.
The concepts of reliability and validity are demonstrated through a simple exercise. Students learn the importance of consistency and interpreting data in a relevant manner when conducting experiments.
Discover what happens at the outer edges of the solar system where solar wind interacts with interstellar space. The Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX) is a mission to study the boundary between the solar system and interstellar space. It collects data that shows the global structure and dynamic nature of the heliosphere.
On this episode, host Jason Silva investigates the ways memory can be both misled and improved. He also explains various types of data gathered from brain studies. Part of the "Brain Games Family Edition" series.
Geophysicist Emilie Hooft describes her work and the important role physics plays in understanding volcanoes. She also reveals how data helps create the images of magma structures beneath volcanoes. Part of the “EarthScope Chronicles” series.
Scientists are conducting the first census of African savanna elephants in over 40 years. They want to determine how many elephants remain and where they are located. Scientists involved in the “Great Elephant Census” project are conducting aerial surveys across millions of square kilometers to obtain accurate elephant census data.
How does NASA spot asteroids that maybe getting too close to Earth for comfort? It takes a lot of data gathering by computers, satellites, and individuals. Asteroids are tracked and monitored frequently by astronomers.
During horseshoe crab spawning season, volunteers are dispatched along the Mid-Atlantic coast to help scientists track their populations. Learn how citizen scientists track the data to help preserve the horseshoe crab. Part of "The Remarkable Horseshoe Crab" series.
Glaciers reveal past events and record time in much the same way that tree rings record past climate data. In this episode, students will learn how an ice core provides a record of past climates. Part of the "Ice Cores: Unlocking Past Climates" series.
The climate of the Sahara was completely different thousands of years ago. Rock art from the region reveals a climate that was wet and covered with plants. Scientists have collected data that supports the notion that the ancient climate of the area enabled animals and humans to live in the middle of the Sahara. Part of the "Eons" series.
Five species of sea turtles are found in Florida’s waters and all are listed as threatened or endangered. Biologists off the Gulf Coast of Florida conduct in-water research and monitoring of the turtle species. They are collecting data on population trends and habitat utilization. Part of "The Science Behind" series.
Structural engineers at the University of California, Los Angeles are hoping to design earthquake-resistance buildings and communities. They are using data and computer modeling to design structures able to withstand major earthquake events. These models are meant to guide safety inspections following earthquakes and help engineers locate “hotspots” more quickly. Part of the “Science Nation” series.
In response to one of the worst wildfires in Colorado history, scientists from Warner College at Colorado State University are leading a large-scale wildfire impact study. The study will provide critical data to communities still grappling with the destruction caused by wildfires. Some issues they will study include water quality, erosion, and ecosystem restoration.
How do biologists answer questions and solve problems? Within the context of answering this question, data collection, recording, and analysis are overviewed. Examines two animal behaviors: feeding and communication. Illustrates the different behaviors of lions, alligators, and chimpanzees, and then highlights the "waggle dance" used by bees. Supports the learning of these concepts in tandem with the textbooks also offered by the publisher.
About every two years, Earth and Mars wind up on opposite sides of the sun, which can block the signals sent by the rover. During this solar conjunction, scientists must ensure they do not lose any of the data being sent by “Curiosity.” Part of the “Mars in a Minute” series.
Ancient civilizations such as the Babylonians, the Chinese and the Greeks studied the stars without the benefit of telescopes and yet identified patterns of stars that are still used today. These early scientists collected the first data in the science of astronomy. This program provides students with a summary of the history of astronomy and highlights many important astronomers.
A new transmitter helps protect wireless data from hackers. Other features in this episode include bacteria using DNA to speed their evolution and a new next-generation water harvester that delivers fresh water from air. Part of the "4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn't Hear About This Week" series.
With help from the National Science Foundation, Cornell University’s Ornithology Lab is tracking bird breeding biology and the impact of climate change on bird populations. Some of the best information they are getting is from dedicated “citizen scientists” who provide critical data on what kinds of birds are nesting where, the number of eggs laid, and the number of chicks hatched.
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