The chemistry of the universe is, in a way, in your morning cup of coffee — from the evolution of caffeine as a defensive chemical weapon in plants to the swirling eddies of milk and coffee fueled by diffusion, Brownian motion and other phenomena. After watching the video, you’ll never look at coffee the same […]
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… The edge of everything used to be the edge of the map. But now, thanks to what we know about astrophysics and the universe, the edge of everything might not even exist… [It’s Okay To Be Smart]
Today, science teaches us all we need to know about beer. Does it make us creative? Does it make us utilitarian? We also learn the history of light beer and facts about hops. And of course, there are beer life hacks! The best way to open a bottle! [Mental Floss]
Medicine has made leaps and bounds in treating illnesses in the last century, but are they ever going to get around to curing the common cold? We might be closer than you think. [SciShow]
Two simple tricks that should help you to clear your sinuses almost instantly. I tried the tongue tap trick, and my nose started running right away. [Prevention Magazine]
Humans have been battling heartburn for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. But recently the incidence has risen, making it a common complaint worldwide. What causes this problem, and how can it be stopped? Rusha Modi details the causes and treatments of heartburn. [TED Ed]
Some might call it a hotfix… [TierZoo]
Can video games help improve hand-eye coordination? Can they help train your brain and improve your cognitive abilities? WIRED Senior Editor Peter Rubin tests his skills against a pro sports gamer to find out if gaming can improve your brain and body. [Wired]
The avocado is highly regarded by many people as delicious and nutritious, but the most extraordinary thing about avocados may be their very existence. [SciShow]
Your brain does a lot to smooth out your visual experience of the world… including the closest thing we have to time travel. [SciShow]