space 101
What Are Gravitational Waves?
Gravitational waves are ripples in space-time caused by massive cosmic events like black hole mergers. Learn how they work, how we detect them, and why they’re revolutionizing astronomy.
Jamie Larson
space 101
What Is the Ozone Layer and Why Is It Important?
The ozone layer protects Earth from harmful UV radiation and plays a vital role in preserving life. Learn what it is, why it's essential, and how global action is helping restore it.
History 101
What was science like in ancient Greece?
Among all ancient societies in the West, the Greeks were the first to collect and compare facts, to combine them consistently within a large whole, to explain the universe without resorting to magic and superstition, and they were the first natural philosophers to produce ideas and design solid explanations. They
Ancient Egypt History
This week, we will look at the ancient Egyptians, the first inhabitants of the Nile Valley and the guardians of the Suez Canal since ancient times, and their contributions to world science. In order for what we know about them not to be limited to pyramids and pharaohs, we will
Human 101
Why is the number 13 unlucky?
Today, you will hear sentences from us that are far from science than you are used to, about how superstitions and beliefs affect people. A ton of conspiracy theories about the number 13 and where it comes from. Speaking of conspiracies, not all of them, of course, but when you
Science 101
What Happens If We Are Left Without Oxygen for 5 Minutes?
Imagine the entire world being deprived of oxygen for 5 seconds. Do you think we can survive this situation by holding our breath? What could happen for just 5 seconds? What do you think would happen to our atmosphere, living spaces, and environment? In this video, we will tell you
Science 101
Soviets Trying to Reach the Center of the Earth: The Kola Superdeep Borehole Project
In a Cold War-era scientific quest, Soviet scientists drilled the Kola Superdeep Borehole to a record-breaking 12 km deep. Though they didn't reach the Earth's core, their discoveries changed geology forever. Here's what they found in the depths of our planet.
Biology 101
How Do Genes Determine Traits? The Blueprint of Life Explained
Genes determine traits by providing instructions for proteins that shape your physical and biological characteristics. Learn how DNA, alleles, and the environment work together to make you uniquely you.
Science 101
What Causes Tides? The Science Behind Ocean Movement
Tides are caused by the Moon’s and Sun’s gravitational pull on Earth’s oceans. Learn how this cosmic interaction creates the rise and fall of sea levels and why tides are crucial for marine life, navigation, and even renewable energy.
Science 101
How Do Vaccines Protect Us from Disease?
Vaccines protect us by training our immune system to recognize and fight off diseases before we get sick. Learn how they work, why they’re safe, and why they’re one of the most powerful tools in modern medicine.
nature 101
How Are Rainbows Formed? The Science Behind Nature’s Colorful Spectacle
Rainbows form when sunlight is refracted, reflected, and dispersed inside raindrops, creating a spectrum of colors. Learn how this natural phenomenon works, why rainbows appear in arcs, and what causes double rainbows.
space 101
What Is an Eclipse? A Fascinating Dance Between the Sun, Moon, and Earth
An eclipse occurs when one celestial body casts a shadow on another. Discover the science behind solar and lunar eclipses, why they happen, and how to safely witness these awe-inspiring events in the sky.