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In January 2014, host Emily Graslie accompanied Bruce Patterson, Curator of Mammals, on a field expedition into the bat caves of Kenya. They were joined by media producers Greg Mercer and Emily Ward to document the experience. In this first installment, the team of researchers prepares to journey to Mt. Suswa. They have to travel deep into the cave before they encounter any bats. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
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In January 2014, host Emily Graslie accompanied Curator of Mammals, Bruce Patterson, on a field expedition into the bat caves of Kenya. In this second installment, the researchers collect bats at night. The next morning they release the captured bats and try to record the "sounds" made by the different species. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
Features Emily, the six-year-old host, who takes care of horses, rides on a tractor, learns about chickens, becomes a cowgirl, and makes goat cheese. Using a natural, unscripted format, Emily investigates the world through her own candid comments and questions, engaging everyone she meets. Teaches young learners basic concepts about the world around them in a manner that is positive and nonthreatening.
Features Emily, the six-year-old host, who explores the forest, learns about an eco-house, conducts science experiments, learns about worms, and plants a tree. Using a natural, unscripted format, Emily investigates the world through her own candid comments and questions, engaging everyone she meets. Teaches young learners basic concepts about the world around them in a manner that is positive and nonthreatening.
Features Emily, the six-year-old host, who learns about snakes and camels, takes care of kittens, swims with dolphins, and goes snorkeling. Using a natural, unscripted format, Emily investigates the world through her own candid comments and questions, engaging everyone she meets. Teaches young learners basic concepts about the world around them in a manner that is positive and nonthreatening.
Features Emily, the six-year-old host, who gets hands on with the Humane Society and paramedics, visits the post office, trains to be an astronaut, and learns about water safety. Using a natural, unscripted format, Emily investigates the world through her own candid comments and questions, engaging everyone she meets. Teaches young learners basic concepts about the world around them in a manner that is positive and nonthreatening.
Features Emily, the six-year-old host, who does a few of her favorite things, such as going ice fishing, building a tree house, dressing up, and learning about fireworks and rabbits. Using a natural, unscripted format, Emily investigates the world through her own candid comments and questions, engaging everyone she meets. Teaches young learners basic concepts about the world around them in a manner that is positive and nonthreatening.
Emergency Integrated Lifesaving Lanyard (EMILY) is called into action by lifeguards and emergency response teams around the world for water rescues. With support from the National Science Foundation, roboticist Robin Murphy of Texas A&M University and her colleagues are developing some upgrades to make EMILY and other rescue robots "smarter" for large-scale water rescues, such as a capsized ferry or water taxi. Part of the "Science Nation" series.
In this episode, host Emily Graslie highlights an exhibit of taxidermied elephants. The exhibit was created by renowned taxidermist Carl Akeley. The elephants are in need of some repair, and the museum is preparing for this undertaking. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
Learn the characteristics of meteorites. In this episode, host Emily Graslie presents meteorites as well as rocks that are frequently mislabeled as meteorites. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
This episode celebrates the 229th birthday of John James Audubon. Host Emily Graslie spends time discussing "The Birds of America" written by Audubon. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
In this episode, host Emily Graslie sets the record straight on prehistoric life and misconceptions found in sci-fi movies. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
Host Emily Graslie travels to an unstudied rain forest. While there, she helps a team of scientists document the reptiles and amphibians they find during night excursions. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
In this episode, host Emily Graslie explores de-extinction. However, for this to happen scientists must find viable DNA. They must also account for environmental effects on a developing fetus. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
What is the scientific purpose of collecting voucher species? In this episode, host Emily Graslie discusses how these specimens will inform future generations about changes in species over time. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
In this episode, host Emily Graslie interviews Crystal Maier, Collections Manager of Insects at The Field Museum, about her research in New Zealand. She was searching for beetles that spend their entire lives underwater. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
What does it mean to be an endangered species? Are endangered species destined for extinction? Host Emily Graslie explores some of these questions in celebration of Endangered Species Day. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
Host Emily Graslie discusses harmful plants related to the holiday season. Some of the plants highlighted include mistletoe, poinsettia, holly, and pine. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series. Please note this title makes references to plant and human reproduction.
Host Emily Graslie continues her work with the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation. They have collected many insect specimens, which they take back to the lab and begin the process of identifying and cataloging. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
In this episode, host Emily Graslie discusses the philosophy and moral implications of de-extinction. Scientists are exploring de-extinction as a possible mass extinction looms, but who decides which species are brought back to life? Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
