Why Miners Are Flocking Back to This Abandoned Mine
Adults Science
There's a town in northern Mexico called Ojuela that's got a rich history of valuable mining industry, but nowadays is largely deserted.
What Is The International Space Station?
Kids Science
Do you know what the ISS is? On November 2, 2000, three individuals began living on the International Space Station.
The Moon
Youth Science
We'll explore just now important the moon truly is.
Why Does Hair Turn Grey?
Youth Science
Are your kids wondering, “Why does hair turn grey?” This question came from Yusra, a student from the United States.
The Sun
Youth Science
What makes this star so special that it keeps our entire solar system working?
You're Probably Wrong About Rainbows
Adults Science
You probably don’t understand how a rainbow really works. Get a little smarter every day with Brilliant.
Are Scientists Going Extinct?
Adults Science
AI is evolving so fast that soon it might be able to take over scientific research...but what would that look like?
Black Hole's Evil Twin - Gravastars Explained
Adults Science
Gravastars could change how we think about the universe. These cosmic objects solve black holes’ biggest problems without breaking physics. From their ultra-thin shell to their energy-filled core, gravastars are both elegant and terrifying. But what exactly are they?
How Do Radar Satellites Work?
Youth Science
Discover how radar technology is helping us unlock hidden insights about our planet.
Science is shattering our intuitions about consciousness | Annaka Harris
Adults Science
Consciousness is everything we know, everything we experience. The mystery at the heart of consciousness lies in why our universe – despite teeming with non-conscious matter – is configured in a way where it's having a felt experience from the inside.
China’s MELTDOWN-PROOF Nuclear Reactor
Adults Science
This year, the first next next generation nuclear reactor expected to enter operation passed a huge milestone. Scientists and engineers in China proved that the reactor was, in theory, MELTDOWN-PROOF.
What The Ig Nobel Prize Says About Us
Adults Science
The Ig Nobel Prize may not come with the prestige of a Nobel, but it celebrates some weird and wonderful science. Here are the most fascinating Ig Nobel Prize-winning studies about people.
What Happens When Predators Disappear?
Adults Science
A world without predators. It sounds like a safer, happier world, but come on, this is SCIENCE…
Cancer Research: What Are Scientists Doing To Help?
Youth Science
Ricky and Diego visit a lab in Manchester to see what work scientists are doing to help treat the disease.
Hunting For Properties
Youth Science
In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about what properties are and how we can measure them to tell us more about an object.
DIY Lava Lamp
Kids Science
In this fun and easy DIY science experiment, we show you how to make a lava lamp at home with just a few simple ingredients.
What Is A Glacier Mouse?
Youth Science
Glaciers are extreme environments, but some are home to 'glacier mice', orange-sized moss balls that seem to move in a peculiar, animal-like way.
Why Don't Snakes Poison Themselves?
Adults Science
Many animal species stuff themselves with toxic chemicals for protection, which forces them to use a handful of distinct strategies to avoid becoming victims of their own weapons.
Where Can We Find Water?
Kids Science
Today, Jessi and Squeaks learn about all the places we can find water.
Tobi's Question: What Is A Supernova?
Youth Science
Are your kids wondering, “What is a supernova?” This question came from Tobi, a student from the United States.
We Fell For The Oldest Lie On The Internet
Adults Science
“Your blood vessels stretch a staggering 100,000 kilometers, enough to wrap around Earth twice!" Sounds amazing, right? We spent over a year trying to confirm this claim, and let's just say – things aren't as they seem.