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The United States Geological Survey (USGS) conducts research on the Mojave Desert Tortoise, and part of the research includes ensuring the survival of the species. This short clip depicts the hatching on new Mojave Desert Turtles.
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Meet a chemist who owns his own business that develops synthetic DNA molecules designed to reprogram cells and help cure diseases. Hear the importance of writing, communication skills, and creativity to becoming a successful chemist. Part of the "Career Connections" series.
Florida is home to many different wildlife species. The local residents, artists, and scientists provide a glimpse into the state's iconic wildlife. They also share their passion for ensuring the survival and conservation of each species.
In Japan a heated war between honeybees and giant hornets is being fought to the death. Armed by evolution, which species can ensure its own survival? Segment of video from Wild Chronicles Series.
This episode highlights efforts by various individuals to help save animals. Features include a woman's journey to save orphaned orangutans and a man's mission to relocate rhinos by helicopter. Also in this episode, a group of Asian elephants show off their skills and intelligence. Part of the "All In" series.
Frogs have inhabited planet Earth for more than 250 million years. Today, however, all their adaptations and survival tactics are failing them. More than a third of all amphibians--most of which are frogs and toads--have already been lost.
Throughout history transportation has been a basic necessity for mankind given his need to move or travel to obtain food, communicate with others, investigate, explore and inhabit new and distant lands. Humans' dependency on transportation for meeting needs and in some cases survival is of the main reasons transportation is undergoing technological changes.
The importance of forests cannot be underestimated. Humans depend on forests for survival, from the air they breathe to the wood they use. Besides providing habitats for animals and livelihoods for humans, forests also offer watershed protection, prevent soil erosion, and mitigate climate change.
What’s on the menu? Find out how aquarists feed some of the largest and smallest aquarium animals under their care. Understanding marine food webs, animal behavior, and nutrition are important skills needed for this science-based career. Part of the "Aquarist" series.
It’s a fight for survival in Hawaii as rescuers work tirelessly to help the endangered monk seal population to recover. Then, a great blue heron is in grave danger after a soda can becomes stuck around its beak. Part of the Sea Rescue series.
After explaining the differences between butterflies and moths, examines the complete metamorphosis of the zebra longwing butterfly. Looks at a butterfly's anatomy; purpose of specific body parts; and how they have adapted for camouflage, gathering food, reproduction, and pollination. Explains the butterfly's unique place in the survival of all species.
The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef on the planet and exists in nutrient poor waters. How does the reef support all the diverse organisms that live on the reef? This episode discusses the relationship between coral and algae, which is the key to the survival of the entire ecosystem. Part of the "Nature's Microworlds" series.
Details the relationship between bees and flowers. Discusses the importance of pollination. Explains the bee's life stages and anatomical features. Looks at the advanced communication and social skills of bees. Covers the social structure of bees and discusses the difference in job duties between males and females. Describes how bees make honey.
Nourish is an educational initiative designed to open a meaningful conversation about food and sustainability, particularly in schools and communities. In this clip, farmer Nigel Walker discusses the skills needed to be a productive worker in the agricultural fields. Part of the Nourish Short Films Series.
A scientist from NASA explains how to build an icy model of a comet, complete with shooting jets. This activity provides an opportunity for students to make observations, discuss changing states of matter, and demonstrate measuring skills. Part of the “DIY Space Classroom Activities” series.
Identifies physical characteristics, adaptations, and survival tactics of various kinds of reptiles. Segment 1, Snakes: Describes how snakes move, eat, and reproduce. Segment 2, Crocodilians: Compares and contrasts alligators and crocodiles. Segment 3, Lizards: Looks at some unique physical adaptations of various lizards, such as basilisk lizard, Komodo dragon, Gila monster, and chameleon. Includes suggested classroom activities after each segment.
Sherlock Olmos uses his famous detective skills to solve his mysterious case of how the periodic table is structured. With a touch of humor, he investigates electrons, valences, and the physical and chemical properties of some of the elements. Part of Chemistry: Solved by Sherlock Olmos Series.
Dr. Kimbro and Dr. Hughes devise an experiment to measure how well juvenile oysters (spat) fare at various test sites. They hope to better understand how predators and environmental factors affect the spat’s chances of survival. Part of the series "In The Grass, On The Reef."
K-12 teachers attend a summer institute in physics education to learn the "guided inquiry" method of teaching physics. They learn inquiry skills by working through problems and experiments, questioning each other's rationales, and modeling the instructors' method of asking questions that "correct reasoning." The institute's purpose is not only to change the way physics is taught, but also to clarify teachers' understanding of basic physics principles.
Courtney Ritz began working as an intern at NASA Headquarters in 2001. This experience inspired her to pursue a career with NASA, and she became a full-time employee at the Goddard Space Flight Center in 2002. As a web accessibility coordinator, she has used her technical skills and experience as an individual who is blind to promote accessibility. Part of the "Women@NASA" series.
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