In How the Human Body Adjusts to Space Travel, host Harith Iskander explains the challenges astronauts face when traveling in space. These challenges include nausea, dizziness, and disorientation due to the lack of gravity. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Got Science?, a science magazine series that explores and explains science in everyday life.
This video playlist brings together 10 fascinating clips from the BBC’s Got Science? series, where everyday questions lead to surprising scientific discoveries. Students explore what’s really happening in the body and brain — from what your brain is doing during sleep paralysis to what it truly means to be “left-brained” or “right-brained.” They’ll investigate what happens when the body becomes dehydrated, how cold temperatures and high altitudes affect how we function, and the unexpected ways our bodies trick us every single day. Packed with “What! Really?” moments, this weird-but-wonderful playlist helps learners connect real science to daily life in unforgettable ways. Get ready to see the familiar become fascinating.
In The Role of Fingertips, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod presents the remarkable sensitivity of our fingertips and how this feature enables humans and animals to interact with their environment. See how mechanoreceptors detect textures and transmit information to the brain. Through innovative experiments, such as artificial fingertips used in robotics, understand the power and complexity of touch. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Hair as Insulation, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explores the role that human hair plays as insulation for the skin, focusing on how hair helps regulate body temperature in response to cold. Understand the physiological mechanisms that cause goosebumps and how mammals like polar bears use their dense fur to survive in extreme cold. Through understanding these biological processes, gain insight into the relationship between hair, insulation, and body temperature regulation. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Fabulous Feathers, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explores the feathers of birds and how they help them to fly. Learn how feathers are primarily made of keratin, a fibrous protein also found in human hair and nails. Feathers are lightweight yet strong and stiff, which allows birds to soar. Discover the unique structure of feathers, with parts such as the vane, barbs, and rachis working together to create the shape and function needed for flight. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Some People Don't Feel Fear, learn what doctors are discovering about from Jordy, a man who does not experience fear. Find out how Jordy’s unique condition challenges our understanding of human emotions. Learn how hormones like cortisol and adrenaline affect the body’s reaction to fear and anxiety. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In Hacks to Trick the Body, host Harith Iskander shares simple tricks to make everyday annoyances like pins and needles, itchy throats, and nosebleeds go away quickly. Learn how the body’s different parts interact and how a few easy hacks can help us feel better fast. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Got Science?, a science magazine series that explores and explains science in everyday life.
In How the Human Body Adjusts to Space Travel, host Harith Iskander explains the challenges astronauts face when traveling in space. These challenges include nausea, dizziness, and disorientation due to the lack of gravity. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Got Science?, a science magazine series that explores and explains science in everyday life.
This video playlist brings together 10 fascinating clips from the BBC’s Got Science? series, where everyday questions lead to surprising scientific discoveries. Students explore what’s really happening in the body and brain — from what your brain is doing during sleep paralysis to what it truly means to be “left-brained” or “right-brained.” They’ll investigate what happens when the body becomes dehydrated, how cold temperatures and high altitudes affect how we function, and the unexpected ways our bodies trick us every single day. Packed with “What! Really?” moments, this weird-but-wonderful playlist helps learners connect real science to daily life in unforgettable ways. Get ready to see the familiar become fascinating.
In The Role of Fingertips, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod presents the remarkable sensitivity of our fingertips and how this feature enables humans and animals to interact with their environment. See how mechanoreceptors detect textures and transmit information to the brain. Through innovative experiments, such as artificial fingertips used in robotics, understand the power and complexity of touch. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Hair as Insulation, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explores the role that human hair plays as insulation for the skin, focusing on how hair helps regulate body temperature in response to cold. Understand the physiological mechanisms that cause goosebumps and how mammals like polar bears use their dense fur to survive in extreme cold. Through understanding these biological processes, gain insight into the relationship between hair, insulation, and body temperature regulation. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Fabulous Feathers, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explores the feathers of birds and how they help them to fly. Learn how feathers are primarily made of keratin, a fibrous protein also found in human hair and nails. Feathers are lightweight yet strong and stiff, which allows birds to soar. Discover the unique structure of feathers, with parts such as the vane, barbs, and rachis working together to create the shape and function needed for flight. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Some People Don't Feel Fear, learn what doctors are discovering about from Jordy, a man who does not experience fear. Find out how Jordy’s unique condition challenges our understanding of human emotions. Learn how hormones like cortisol and adrenaline affect the body’s reaction to fear and anxiety. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In Hacks to Trick the Body, host Harith Iskander shares simple tricks to make everyday annoyances like pins and needles, itchy throats, and nosebleeds go away quickly. Learn how the body’s different parts interact and how a few easy hacks can help us feel better fast. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Got Science?, a science magazine series that explores and explains science in everyday life.