In Identifying Whale Tails, surfer Ted Cheeseman talks about his photo identification service, Happy Whale. Whales' tails show their life story, from bitemarks, barnacles, and scars. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Natural World: Humpback Whales — A Detective Story, a documentary about our relationship with whales and their future alongside us.
Dive into the captivating world of whales with this BBC Learning Hub playlist, featuring 12 stunning clips from landmark BBC series. Explore the lives of blue whales, orcas, and grey whales as they glide through oceans, communicate, hunt, and nurture their young. Perfect for sparking curiosity, these breathtaking videos bring the majestic giants of the sea into your classroom or home.
In Henrietta Lacks and the Legacy of Her Extraordinary Cells, learn about Henrietta Lacks, whose cells, taken without her consent during her treatment for cervical cancer, became one of the most important tools in medical research. Henrietta's cells, known as HeLa cells, have continued to divide and grow in laboratories for decades, making them a valuable resource for scientists. Understand the significance of her contribution to science and explore the ethical questions surrounding consent and cell ownership. 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 Identifying Whale Tails, surfer Ted Cheeseman talks about his photo identification service, Happy Whale. Whales' tails show their life story, from bitemarks, barnacles, and scars. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Natural World: Humpback Whales — A Detective Story, a documentary about our relationship with whales and their future alongside us.
Dive into the captivating world of whales with this BBC Learning Hub playlist, featuring 12 stunning clips from landmark BBC series. Explore the lives of blue whales, orcas, and grey whales as they glide through oceans, communicate, hunt, and nurture their young. Perfect for sparking curiosity, these breathtaking videos bring the majestic giants of the sea into your classroom or home.
In Henrietta Lacks and the Legacy of Her Extraordinary Cells, learn about Henrietta Lacks, whose cells, taken without her consent during her treatment for cervical cancer, became one of the most important tools in medical research. Henrietta's cells, known as HeLa cells, have continued to divide and grow in laboratories for decades, making them a valuable resource for scientists. Understand the significance of her contribution to science and explore the ethical questions surrounding consent and cell ownership. 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.