4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn't Hear About This Week (Episode 23)

A diagram illustrates a women talking to a man using a sign language translating device on her neck. The device says, My name is Jane. Nice to meet you. Caption: It translates full sentences without the need to pause.

Iridium is a rare element used to light up cell phones and TVs. However, researchers have found a way to use a more common element to power electrical devices: copper. Researchers are also developing a better treatment for osteoarthritis through nanotechnology. Other segments include research into specialized metabolites and devices that translate sign language. Part of the "4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn't Hear About This Week" series.

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  • 4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn't Hear About This Week (Episode 23)

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    National Science Foundation
    Length:
    2 minutes