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We often hear about insects and other animals passing on diseases to humans, so-called zoonotic diseases, such as rabies, cholera, and West Nile virus. Now, for the first time, researchers are examining a disease that humans are spreading to an animal, specifically Elkhorn coral off the Florida Keys. With support from the National Science Foundation, Rollins College biologist Kathryn Sutherland is tracing this emerging infectious disease phenomenon, known as “reverse zoonosis.” Elkhorn coral was once the most common coral in the Caribbean, but it's now a threatened species due to population losses from White pox disease. Sutherland believes undertreated sewage, possibly from leaking septic tanks or illegal cruise ship discharge, could be the source of this disease.
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Wine making has become a sophisticated scientific process, from the grafting of two different types of vines, to making growing possible anywhere in the world, to the technology used to create a red or a white. Every step is precisely thought out. Part of the "Science to Go With Dr. Joe Schwarcz" series.
In this episode, host Emily Graslie discusses the pangolin or "scaly anteater." They are typically found in Africa and covered in an armor to protect them from predators. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
This animation zooms into a coral reef to explore the tiny animals that build reefs, the photosynthetic algae inside their cells, and the damaging process of coral bleaching. Corals get much of their energy from symbiotic algae that live inside their cells. When ocean temperatures rise beyond a certain threshold, the algae’s photosynthetic machinery may be damaged and produce harmful reactive oxygen molecules. This animation shows how corals subsequently eject their algae in a process called coral bleaching, which causes the corals to turn white and often eventually die.
What are coral? They are part animal, vegetable, and mineral. These marine invertebrates typically live in compact colonies of many identical individual polyps. Corals species include the important reef builders that inhabit tropical oceans and secrete calcium carbonate to form a hard skeleton. Part of the "Coral Comeback" series.
The Magic School Bus is an award winning animated children’s television series based on the book series of the same title by Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen. It is notable for its use of celebrity talent and being both highly entertaining and educational. There's something dazzling in Ms. Frizzle's closet: a magical, light-powered pinball machine. To win at this game, the kids have to light up all six colors of the rainbow. Now the race is on, as the class shrinks down and zooms into the pinball machine. They will have to learn how to reflect all of the light to combine it into one beam to make their escape.
Dr. Anna J. Phillips, Curator of Parasitic Worms and Protozoa at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History takes host Emily Graslie on a tour of the invertebrate zoology collection. Some of the specimens covered include earthworms, leeches, parasitic nematodes, bristle worms, velvet worms, and bobbit worms. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
Where do baby animals come from? What do they look like? A family visits a farm in spring and learns the answers. Shows a duckling hatch and a lamb and calf being born. Viewers decide which creatures are born from eggs and which are born live. Later that spring, the family has a new baby.
All animal species undergo a process of constant change. Those that survive do so because they perfect certain strategies that enable them to develop successfully in their environment. Discovers that conditions in the environment determine which abilities animals develop, and introduces survival strategies such as camouflage, poison, symbiosis, parasitism, and adaptation. NOTE: Contains nudity.
Dr. Chris travels to Kenya with zookeeper Brooke Squires. He hopes to help with conservation efforts at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. While in Africa, Dr. Chris helps save an orphaned rhino. Part of the Dr. Chris Pet Vet Series.
Diagram of the internal organs of a frog as shown in a dissection. Design modalities for the image include braille with and without labels, print with and without labels in greyscale, color, and texture.
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Brooke Pennypacker discusses the importance of the whooping crane pen at the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge is home to a special project called Operation Migration. The program helps ensure cranes are strong enough to make their migratory journeys. Part of the "EcoAdventures in North Florida" series.
In this behind-the-scenes glimpse into cataloging at The Field Museum, host Emily Graslie learns how to number small skeletal samples in the mammal collection. She also visits the seal fossil collection and examines the differences between the teeth of various species. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
In this episode, host Emily Graslie interviews Dr. Robert F. Inger. His career in science spans over seventy-four years, and he published his first scientific paper in 1942. He is a renowned herpetologist. The greatest lesson he has learned is to never stop asking questions and seeking answers. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
Looks at amazing instincts of three kinds of mammals: whales, bears and monkeys (primates). Segment 1, Marine Migration: Follows the humpback whales' migration through the waters between Maui and Alaska. Describes "bubblenetting", the whale's unique feeding behavior. Segment 2, Hibernation and Homing: Shows how bears' hibernation and homing instincts help them survive treacherous conditions. Segment 3, Parenting Primates: Visits the island of Borneo and shows how adult proboscis monkeys, macaques, and orangutans teach their young. Suggested classroom activities follow each segment.
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.
Nutria, an alien species in Louisiana, is having devastating effects on native wildlife. They are native to South America and have no known natural predators in the wetlands of Louisiana. Zoologist Nick Baker goes to investigate the damage to plant life from these voracious vegetarians. Segment of video from Wild Chronicles Series.
Examines developments in zoology and agriculture that are challenging scientists, business leaders, and government officials alike. With commentary from Lori Williams of the National Invasive Species Council, it studies a disturbing increase in nonnative and often harmful insect populations on American soil. North Carolina's sprawling hog farms and their growing waste-disposal problem are also investigated, with input from farmers, their neighbors, and EPA officials. Also offers insights into the 17-year cicada life cycle-featuring an interview with renowned entomologist and University of Maryland professor Mike Raupp.
In 1936, Ruth Harkness, a dressmaker from New York, set off to China in search of the rare, elusive giant panda. Her goal was to bring one back alive to New York. She wanted to share the wonder of China's wildlife with the western world. She became the first explorer to do so, and set in motion a public fascination with these creatures that continues 80 years later. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.
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