Flying on Air: The Science of Inflatable Wings ResearchChannel 2024-10-17 | Flying on Air: The Science of Inflatable Wings
CyberKnife: New and Emerging Treatments ResearchChannel 2010-06-15 | Iris Gibbs, co-director of the Stanford CyberKnife Program, discusses Stanford's world-leading CyberKnife program and its impact on the medical world. A frameless robotic radiosurgery system, the CyberKnife allows for a more accurate delivery of radiotherapy. Discover more about this innovative, minimally invasive technology, invented and pioneered at Stanford. Find out how CyberKnife may provide an additional option for patients diagnosed with previously inoperable or surgically complex tumors, or patients looking for an alternative to surgery. CyberKnife has been used to treat tumors in the head and neck, spine, lung, prostate, liver and pancreas without surgery, in as little as one week of one to five pain-free sessions.
Millie Dresselhaus: In Science, The Real Deal ResearchChannel 2010-06-15 | Hailed as the "Queen of Carbon Science," Mildred Dresselhaus has been named the National Science Board's 2009 Vannevar Bush Awardee. Throughout her enduring career as a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), she has pushed the boundaries of scientific knowledge, expanding the field of carbon science into previously unknown realms. In this video from the National Science Foundation, Dresselhaus shares her efforts to increase opportunities for women in science, and discusses her research that has been at the forefront of numerous discoveries.
History of Multiple Sclerosis ResearchChannel 2010-06-15 | The second program in the Multiple Scleroses From A to Z series is presented by the distinguished MS researcher and clinician, Dr. Jock Murray. Dr. Murray is acknowledged as the world's leading expert on the history of MS. He is from Halifax, Nova Scotia, where he has served as dean of Dalhousie Medical School, chairman of the Department of Neurology, and founder and director of the MS Clinic.
Orphans Preferred ResearchChannel 2010-06-15 | In this University of Maryland, Baltimore County program, Ed Beimfohr sits down with Christopher Corbett, author of "Orphans Preferred: The Twisted Truth and Lasting Legend of the Pony Express," for a discussion of the beloved American myth of the Wild West. Behind the image of a lone rider galloping across the plains lie the facts: Where does the fiction end and reality begin?
Surgical Treatment of Emphysema ResearchChannel 2010-06-01 | Joseph B. Shrager, professor of cardiothoracic surgery at the Stanford University Medical Center, speaks about new surgical treatments for emphysema that could dramatically improve symptoms and, in many cases, increase longevity. Current medical treatments of emphysema provide a modest degree of palliation, but there is no medical therapy that dramatically improves emphysema patients' shortness of breath or improves their survival. The new surgical treatments that Dr. Shrager shares could completely change the way emphysema is treated.
Center for Manufacturing ResearchChannel 2010-06-01 | Get an inside view of the University of Kentucky's Center for Manufacturing, which works to educate students, research solutions to industry issues and retain the state's manufacturers.
Divided Minds: Twin Sisters Journey Through Schizophrenia ResearchChannel 2010-05-15 | What is the experience of schizophrenia-- from the inside, as one with the disease, but also from the perspective of one who is close to the sufferer? Identical twins Pamela Spiro Wagner and Carolyn Spiro reflect on their experiences with schizophrenia, and a bond between them stronger even than their twinship, vividly and insightfully captured in their dual memoir, Divided Minds.'
Waterman Awardee: Stellar Research and the Search for Exoplanets ResearchChannel 2010-05-14 | Step into the stars in this video from the National Science Foundation with David Charbonneau, associate professor of astronomy at Harvard University. Charbonneau, recipient of NSFs 2009 Alan T. Waterman Award, shares his research on the detection and characterization of extra-solar planets, known as exoplanets.
Rhinoplasty 2009 and Beyond Aesthetic and Functional Surgery of the Nose ResearchChannel 2010-05-14 | Ever considered rhinoplasty? For some people, a nose job is a matter of breathing easier, while for others, it is purely about aesthetics. According to Dr. Sam Most, associate professor and chief of the Division of Facial and Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford Medical Center, the surgery requires both functional and aesthetic considerations. Learn how Dr. Most understands advances in modern rhinoplasty and nasal airway surgery.
The Genetics of Speech and Communication Disorders ResearchChannel 2010-05-03 | Communication is a crucial part of everyone's life, yet millions of Americans suffer from communication disorders. In fact, stuttering affects about 1 percent of the U. S. population. Dr. Dennis Drayna, of the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, explains how genes affect the ability to communicate and discusses his work with stuttering and disorders of pitch recognition, also known as 'tone deafness.'
Are Mathematical Models the Cause for Financial Crisis in the Global Economy? ResearchChannel 2010-05-03 | Andrew W. Lo, director of the Massachusetts Institute of Technologys Laboratory for Financial Engineering, breaks down the hot debate brewing about the cause of the current financial crisis. Learn the arguments for and against the claim that complex financial securities and the mathematical models used to manage them should take the blame. Was it systematically programmed or just human nature?
Transformation of Schools ResearchChannel 2010-05-03 | Nadjia Varney, host of School Talk, converses with Associate Professor of Educational Transformation, Mark A. Hicks. Dr. Hicks' approach focuses on affecting habits of mind and heart. The goal of his intense, extended course is to produce transformed teachers who, in turn, transform schools to create justice-oriented ways of thinking, learning, and being.
Sex and Death: Too Much of a Good Thing ResearchChannel 2010-04-14 | Genetic imbalances—such as those associated with Down syndrome in humans—are generally harmful. The number of copies of a given gene, the gene dose, can be very important. In the roundworm, C. elegans, sex (male or hermaphrodite) is determined by the number of X chromosomes. Dr. Barbara Meyer explains how hermaphrodites control gene expression on their pair of X chromosomes to avoid having double the gene dose of males. By studying these sophisticated genetic systems in worms, scientists can learn more about related molecular pathways in mammals and humans.
Bring It Home - Episode 4 ResearchChannel 2010-04-14 | In this episode of "Bring It Home" Dave covers the topics: Nature of Terrorism and Insights into Terrorism. Guest Anna Satterfield discusses working with violence risk-assessment issues. We also hear from Scott Lillibridge, who discusses the Health Science Center School of Rural Public Health. Barbara Quiram teaches us about the emergency preparedness activities within the School of Rural Public Health. Paul Carlton continues the SRPH discussion, covering homeland security medical issues. This episode also features discussion on the "Country Reports on Terrorism 2008."
Charles Darwin, Geologist ResearchChannel 2010-04-14 | UMBC History Professor Emerita Sandra Herbert talks with host Dr. Joe Tatarewicz about her career as a Darwin scholar and her most recent book, "Charles Darwin, Geologist."
Understanding Atrial Fibrillation ResearchChannel 2010-04-01 | An irregular heartbeat might be linked with a more serious medical condition such as Atrial Fibrillation (AF), the most common type of heart arrhythmia in the United States. Professors and physicians at Stanford University Medical Center stress the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate treatment for a number of cardiac arrhythmias that affect more than 2 million Americans. What is the difference between a benign palpitation and a life-threatening affliction?
Behind the Code with Anders Hejlsberg ResearchChannel 2010-04-01 | This episode features industry luminary, Anders Hejlsberg. Before coming to Microsoft in 1996 he was well noted for his work as the principal engineer of Turbo Pascal and the chief architect of the Delphi product line. At Microsoft, he was the architect for the Visual J++ development system and the Windows Foundation Classes (WFC). Promoted to Distinguished Engineer in 2000, Anders is the chief designer of the C# programming language and a key participant in the development of Microsoft's .NET Framework. In this show, Anders is joined by a surprise guest. This episode of 'Behind the Code' is hosted by Barbara Fox - former senior security architect of cryptography and digital rights management for Microsoft.
Sexual Evolution: From X to Y ResearchChannel 2010-04-01 | The presence of the Y chromosome triggers a human embryo to become male. Dr. David Page describes how the Y chromosome was once very much like every other gene-filled chromosome, but in the course of vertebrate evolution has lost almost every function except making males.
Dr. Erle Ellis Anthropogenic Biomes ResearchChannel 2010-04-01 | How have human hands molded the earths biomes? Dr. Erle Ellis, associate professor of geography and environmental systems, unveils the way humans are changing the planet with regards to land use in the biosphere. This University of Maryland at Baltimore County video is hosted by Karin Readel, lecturer in environmental science.
Urban Weather and Climate - Now and the Future ResearchChannel 2010-03-15 | More than 50 percent of our population already live in cities. And by 2030, the equivalent of 15 cities the size of Phoenix will be created annually. Is the quadruple convergence of urbanism, population growth, climate change and coastal development a perfect storm? In this American Meteorological Society program, a panel of experts discuss the impact climate and cities have on one another. Find out what urban planners and climate scientists must do in order to combine their efforts to adapt to a changing urbanized world.
Bring It Home - Episode 3 ResearchChannel 2010-03-15 | David McIntyre, director of the Integrative Center for Homeland Security at Texas A&M University, hosts a panel of experts as they discuss war. Learn about the various programs and institutions within Texas A&M such as the Hazard Reduction and Recovery Center, the Bush Schools Scowcroft Institute and Texas A&Ms Qatar branch. What do these institutions do and how does it help in our understanding of war? From diving into the depths of international affairs to the assessment of the Intelligence Community 2009, this video touches upon all aspects of what it means to wage war.
The Digital Evolution and International Competitiveness ResearchChannel 2010-03-15 | Technologies such as nanotechnology transistors and many-core computing are on the horizon. As technology becomes increasingly mainstream, global competitiveness will increase accordingly. Join Intel Corporations Chairman of the Board, Craig R. Barrett, as he explores the future of technology and its impact on the global market. In this video from the National Science Foundation, Barrett discusses the type of environment, research and education needed to sustain the excellence and innovation that is required in such a stiff global competition.
Minimally Invasive Liver and Pancreas Surgery ResearchChannel 2010-03-01 | Brendan C. Visser, assistant professor of surgery at the Stanford University School of Medicine, examines the new technology and surgical techniques that allow the application of laparoscopic (minimally invasive surgery) surgery for liver and pancreatic disease. With specific cases and operative videos, this presentation opens up the window of innovation and illustrates what lies next for liver and pancreatic surgery.
Shermans March and America ResearchChannel 2010-03-01 | Journey through American history with University of Maryland Baltimore County professors Anne Sarah Rubin and Kelley Bell as they discuss their multimedia project Shermans March and America: Mapping Memory. Aided by Dr. Kriste Lindenmeyer, chair of the history department, this video offers a fresh perspective on that Yankee general responsible for such a pivotal battle in the Civil War.
The Nature of Science and Scientific Investigation ResearchChannel 2010-03-01 | Physics Nobel Laureate Russell Hulse makes the case that science must be seen as more than just the scientific method, especially if it is to be of interest to young people. Science is not merely mechanistic; it is a highly creative process. Hulse recounts his discovery of the first example of a pulsar in a binary system of stars -- a discovery that helped him win the Nobel Prize. The system allowed Hulse, working with Joseph Taylor, the first opportunity to verify Einstein's prediction of gravitational waves -- ripples in the structure of space and time.
Immersive Digital Audio ResearchChannel 2010-03-01 | According to Drs. Kevin Donohue and Jens Hannemann of the University of Kentucky, the phrase selective listening has a whole new meaning. These engineers at the Center for Visualization and Virtual Environments explore new developments in microphone systems that electronically focus on the speech of a single individual in noisy room.
PERfect TIMing ResearchChannel 2010-02-16 | The fruit flys internal clock mechanism, like the human mechanism, involves the complex interaction of many genes that produce the organisms molecular clockworks. Dr. Michael Rosbash explains how fluctuating levels of specific cellular proteins operate in a negative-feedback loop to produce a molecular timekeeping mechanism. This negative-feedback model has proved applicable to clocks that are present in nearly every organism studied to date, from bacteria to mice and humans.
Drug-eluting Stents: Are They Safe? ResearchChannel 2010-02-16 | Drug-eluting stents are metal mesh tubes coated with medication that keep artries from re-blocking after angioplasty. These devices have been the solution for millions of people around the world. However, recent studies have raised concerns about associated risks. Join Dr. Yeung and colleagues as they discuss the safety of these popular devices.
John Rennie Short and Stephen Braude ResearchChannel 2010-02-16 | Explore the paranormal and the mapping of the New World as John Rennie Short, professor of public policy at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and Dr. Stephen Braude, chair of UMBCs Department of Philosophy, discuss their recently published books. Examine the crucial role that indigenous people played in the mapping of the New World as Short elaborates on his book Cartographic Encounters, and journey through the paranormals of everyday life as Braude talks about his personal otherworldly experiences outlined in his book, "The Gold Leaf Lady and Other Parapsychological Investigations.
Innovative Science ResearchChannel 2010-02-01 | Patricia S. Simmons, chair of the Board of Regents at the University of Minnesota, joins Doris A. Taylor, director of the Center of Cardiovascular Repair at the University of Minnesota, to discuss breakthrough therapies, particularly the creation of a beating heart in a laboratory. Just last year, Dr. Taylor created one of our most vital organs within the walls of her University of Minnesota laboratory for the first time. If perfected, this technique may be used to generate new hearts for the 5 million people living with heart failure in the U.S. alone. Find out what exciting new pathways this technique may open for other replacement organs.
Unwinding Clock Genetics ResearchChannel 2010-02-01 | The fruit fly has taught scientists a great deal about the daily rhythms of animals and their internal biological clocks. Dr. Michael Rosbash explains how he and colleagues cloned the first gene identified as having an important role in the function of the clock. His work opened up the molecular analysis of biological clocks and represents one of the most advanced studies of how genes affect behavior.
How Do We Know? Physics, Forcings, and Fingerprints ResearchChannel 2010-02-01 | The National Science Foundation asks: How do we know the climate is changing? Is it just part of a natural cycle, or are humans driving the change? Richard Alley, glaciologist and professor of geosciences at Pennsylvania State University, leads a discussion with some of the worlds leading climate scientists. Join Alley and his panel as they explore these questions, laying out the line of reasoning that has led the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and many other scientific groups to conclude that humans are very likely the cause of the majority of current warming. This lively exploration into the fundamentals of climate change gives us a glimpse into the treasure trove of the deep past to see what might lie ahead in a warmer world.
Who Needs a Coronary Artery Stent? ResearchChannel 2010-02-01 | Dr. William Fearon, professor of cardiovascular medicine at the Stanford University Medical Center, shares new research that indicates not all coronary arteries that appear to be narrowed need stenting. New research offers a technique to help determine which patients will benefit from stenting. This new technique holds the possibility of saving more lives with better outcomes and less costs. Learn more about stenting and what the future of this procedure looks like.
Dr. Preminda Jacob Celluloid Deities ResearchChannel 2010-02-01 | Preminda Jacob, professor of art history and theory at the University of Maryland in Baltimore County, discusses her new book, Celluloid Deities, and contemporary art in India. Learn about the enormous billboard portraits of popular stars and political figures that dominated Southern Indian during the second half of the 20th century. Teams of artists and apprentices would work in collaboration to produce these mega-portraits. Find out what influence these banners, as they are locally called, have had on contemporary art in India.
The Real Costs of Teen Motherhood ResearchChannel 2010-01-16 | In this University of Chicago video, a panel of notables examines the implications of teen motherhood from varying perspectives, from policy implications for teen mothers to risks that may include maltreatment or even incarceration. What effects does teen childbearing have on the life trajectories of a child and the mother as well? What types of government agencies are focused solely on aiding teenage mothers and their children? Learn about the multitude of issues that teen mothers face and what is being done to address these issues.
Roald Hoffmann Shares Discovery Through Chemistry ResearchChannel 2010-01-16 | In this video from the National Science Foundation, Roald Hoffmann, recipient of the National Science Board's Public Service Award, discusses his broad-reaching and diverse contributions to increasing public understanding of science and, more specifically, fostering appreciation of the relevance of chemistry to culture.
Nutrition and Metabolomics: Personalized Diet and Health ResearchChannel 2010-01-15 | In this University of Kentucky video, J. Bruce German, professor of Food Science and Technology at UC Davis, discusses our wide and varied responses to food. What is the mechanistic basis of the diversity of human responses to food? How much of a role does diet play in the diversity of human metabolism and its deregulation? How has human milk evolved to become a nourishing and protective food? Learn about the relationship between food and human beings, and just how important it is.
Chimps ResearchChannel 2010-01-15 | Our closest genetic relatives are in danger once again. Virginia Tech professor of biomedical sciences and pathobiology Taranjit Kaur says the chimps of Tanzania are suffering at the hands of a strain of human respiratory disease. This time, the blame lies with a growing number of eco-tourists and field researchers. With her own family in tow, discover Kaurs impetus to live and learn in the malaria-ridden jungle, housed in a portable solar-powered laboratory, with the very mammals she may be threatening.
Bring It Home - Episode 2 ResearchChannel 2010-01-04 | Dr. David McIntyre, director of the Integrative Center for Homeland Security, examines the nature and insight of war. Robert McKee, director of the Urban Search and Rescue Division at the Texas Engineering Extension Service, gives a windshield tour of Disaster City in College Station. Kemble Bennett, Vice Chancellor and Dean of Engineering at TAMU, discusses the history of Disaster City and the Texas Engineering Extension Service. Paul Hanneman, chief regional fire coordinator for the Texas Forest Service, explains his organization and its importance to the region. Finally, Alyssa Stephens, operations officer for the Integrative Center for Homeland Security, discusses the topics of Securing Cyberspace for the 44th presidency and The 2009 Drug Threat Assessment.
Austronesian Expansion: Social, Linguistic, Genetic Networks ResearchChannel 2010-01-04 | Anthropologist and author Steve Lansing discusses an exciting, truly interdisciplinary project involving researchers from anthropology, mathematics, and evolutionary biology, who are using multiple sources of data to better understand the peopling of Austronesia. The episode opens with a University of Arizona video news segment on the first documented case of pest resistance to biotech cotton.
Adventure Learning: In Theory and In Action! ResearchChannel 2010-01-04 | Aaron Doering, professor in the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Minnesota, joins teachers from around the nation in a discussion of adventure learning. Adventure learning is a hybrid online education approach that brings together students from around the world to discuss real-world issues in a collaborative learning environment. At the heart of the adventure are collaboration and interaction opportunities centered around a researched curriculum based on the region where the adventure takes place. This video focuses on GoNorth!, a free online adventure learning program that has inspired students to learn by getting them excited about education.
Bring It Home - Episode 1 ResearchChannel 2009-12-15 | In this Texas A&M University program, Dr. David McIntyre, director of the Integrative Center for Homeland Security, brings in guest speakers to examine the definitions of Homeland Security and strategy from historical, comparative and analytical perspectives. Brian Linn, professor of history at Texas A&M, discusses his book which parallels the Philippine War to the current War in Iraq. Jim Olson, senior lecturer at the Bush School of Government and Public Services at Texas A&M, speaks about his work as a former C.I.A. interrogator. Director of the Public Service Leadership Program Joseph Cerami leads an exercise on international negotiation. Also, learn about geospatial technologies and their vast implications as Daniel Sui, professor of geography at Texas A&M, covers this topic. Finally, Alyssa Stephens, operations officer at the Integrative Center for Homeland Security, discusses Ten Key Challenges for Improving Homeland Security and Reorganizing U.S. Intelligence.
Americas Constitutional Crisis ResearchChannel 2009-12-15 | Larry Jacobs, professor of political science at the University of Minnesota, leads a conversation with Walter Mondale, former Vice President of the United States, and Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist Seymour Hersh. Learn about the most controversial topics in American history, from the destructive relationship between Nixon and Kissinger to first amendment rights and public disclosure in the context of national security issues. How much power does our constitution provide to protect our rights?
Discovering a Link Between Fish and Limbed Animals ResearchChannel 2009-12-15 | Working in rocks more than 375 million years old, far above the Arctic Circle, paleontologists Neil Shubin and Ted Daeschler have discovered a remarkable new fossil species. It represents the most compelling evidence yet of an intermediate evolutionary stage between fish and early limbed animals. Jokingly called a "fishapod," the animal was part fish and part tetrapod - a name for the earliest limbed animals.
Deck Research ResearchChannel 2009-12-15 | Joe Loferski, Wood Sciences and Forestry Products professor at Virginia Tech and one of the authors of the national code for deck safety, discusses the continually changing measures to ensure deck safety. These safety measures have greatly changed since the 1970s, find out why and how to adjust to them.
Wichita State and The World: Tom Otterness ResearchChannel 2009-12-01 | In this Wichita State University program, renowned figurative sculptor and Wichita native Tom Otterness discusses his work and his vision as "Millipede" is added to Wichita State University's Martin H. Bush Outdoor Sculpture Collection.
The Science of Complementary and Alternative Medicine ResearchChannel 2009-12-01 | Dr. Stephen E. Straus, Director of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) gives an overview of NCCAM, why scientific study of CAM practice is important, and examples of current research supported by NCCAM including St. John's Wort, PC SPES, dietary supplements and mind-body medicine.
Humboldt Marine Science Students and the Eelgrass - Waterfowl Connection ResearchChannel 2009-12-01 | Frank J. Shaughnessy, professor of botany at Humboldt State University, discusses the complex role that eel grass plays in coastal areas. Humboldt Bay is home to 45 percent of Californias eel grass and its presence is felt both in its ecosystem as well as in the commercial fishing industry. Find out how Brant geese are impacting eel grass and potentially the changing of Humboldt Bay.
Hand Arthritis - When Do I Need Surgery? ResearchChannel 2009-11-13 | Amy Ladd, professor of orthopaedic surgery at the Stanford University Medical Center, discusses arthritis, tips for living with it and when its the right time to visit a hand surgeon. Beyond its painful and disfiguring aspects, arthritis can affect the use of the fingers and hands, two of the most vital functions for everyday living.
Great Conversations: Defending Human Rights ResearchChannel 2009-11-13 | Barbara Frey, director of the Human Rights Program at the University of Minnesota, sits down with Kerry Kennedy, founder of the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Center for Human Rights, to discuss rights violations. From the war in Central America to the long-raging conflicts in Middle East, from the islands of Indonesia to the sands of the Sudan, egregious human rights violations have occurred in every corner of the globe. Find out what Frey and Kennedy have done to dedicate themselves to ending human rights abuses and creating a more just world.
