Does your birth month affect your personality? In this video, we explore the fascinating science behind the relationship between your birth month and your character traits. We'll delve into the latest research on the topic, including studies that reveal how certain birth months may be associated wit
Birth chairs were used in childbirth until the 18th century. It wasn't until aspiring doctors, at that time only men, also learned obstetrics that the birth chair was replaced by the bed. Author: ZDF/Terra X/ Story House Productions/ Jochen Ruderer Jens Afflerbach/ Jürgen Rehberg, Arsenij Gusev/ F
This video excerpt from NOVA uncovers the genetic mystery that nearly killed Alexis, now 14, and introduces the debate surrounding genetic testing at birth. After diagnosing Alexis and her twin brother Noah with cerebral palsy at a young age, doctors later discovered that the twins shared a rare gen
The human body changes so much during the first few months after you're born. Why is this precious time so important? Follow Us! https://twitter.com/LifeNoggin https://facebook.com/LifeNoggin Click here to see more videos: https://alugha.com/LifeNoggin Life Noggin is a animated educational serie
As concerns over the Zika virus and Microcephaly spread, the Risk Bites team considers five things worth knowing about the risks - especially if you are a woman living in a Zika-infected area, or will be visiting one. UPDATE: CDC have now confirmed a link between Zika and microcephaly USEFUL LINKS
For more Science Videos: https://lt.org/ * What makes exoplanets habitable? BARBARA ERCOLANO pursues this overarching question by focusing on the birth sites of these planets. Planets are born in the circumstellar disk that surrounds every young star. The specific research question presented in thi
The first known record of midwifery knowledge in Germany from the 16th century describes a rope technique that can be used to correct an unfavorable baby position. Author: ZDF/Terra X/ Story House Productions/ Jochen Ruderer Jens Afflerbach/ Jürgen Rehberg, Arsenij Gusev/ Franziska Menz, Ronald Ris
This video excerpt from NOVA examines a genetic screening technique called preimplantation genetic diagnosis, or PGD. PGD enables researchers to identify mutations in an embryo’s DNA that can lead to birth defects and more than 300 diseases, including Huntington’s, cystic fibrosis, and some cancers.
Most people have a sibling — in fact, in the U.S. today, a child is more likely to grow up with a brother or sister than a father. While many social scientists research the effects of school and parenthood, little attention is paid to a relationship that is perhaps even more consequential. To unders
Aphids are fascinating animals. There are more than 4,000 living, classified species of aphids. In terms of their relationship to humans, aphids are often considered pests, however, there are some really cool features to these arthropods life cycles. For instance, aphids reproduce via parthenogenesi
Hyenas are the underdogs of the large carnivore world. Often viewed as scavengers and poachers, hyenas have a lot more to offer their habitats than their reputations let on. Not only do these large hunters help clean up the environment by literally eating bones(!), they also do a lot of their own hu
Mold is a microorganism that forms a typical fungal network. It mainly reproduces through spores. The slightest breeze carries these spores everywhere, which is how they end up in our homes. Here, they usually find ideal conditions. Authors: ZDF/3sat/nano/Autorenkombinat/Josephine Blume, Holger Bar
