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How Did Life Begin? [VIDEO]

Earth is the only planet we know of that can support life. How did life begin? Could there be life on other planets? Watch these short videos to find out.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.4 min read

Raw Beauty: The Yuba River and the Webb Telescope’s First Images

The Yuba River and the James Webb Telescope’s first images show how technology can both reveal beauty and foster a sense of awe.
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Scientific Surprises and Upset Expectations [VIDEO]

Science is always surprising us. Sometimes in scientific research, our expectations of what should be are rocked by what we discover to be true.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.4 min read

Awe and the Astronaut: The Science of Awe

What is the science of awe? The overview effect is generated by a unique viewpoint, and shares many similarities with an the experience of awe.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.2 min read

James Webb’s First Images: Light From the Early Universe

The first image from the James Webb Space Telescope was unveiled on July 11, 2022. It captures light from galaxies within 1 billion years of the Big Bang.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.3 min read

What Do Meaning and Purpose Have to Do with Happiness?

How do meaning and purpose affect happiness? Happiness is more than just a positive emotional state, and purpose in life helps individuals feel grounded.
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Discovering Exoplanets & Their Potential For Life

Scientists have been discovering exoplanets for decades, but earth is still the only planet we know of that contains life.
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Finding Meaning In The Vast Universe — Dr. Jennifer Wiseman

Dr. Wiseman explores finding meaning in the vast universe. In her eyes, being a participant in the universe gives our small lives a significant purpose.
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Searching for the Origin of Life [VIDEO]

Dr. Karin Öberg is searching for the origin of life in space, including how life began on Earth and how to search for life elsewhere in the universe.
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Dr. Dan Kuebler1 min read

Analysis of Lifespan by David Sinclair [VIDEOS]

David Sinclair has done groundbreaking research on aging cells and how to slow down aging processes. Dr. Dan Kuebler analyzes Lifespan by David Sinclair.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.2 min read

MIT Physicist and Nobel Laureate Frank Wilczek Wins 2022 Templeton Prize

MIT Physicist and Nobel Laureate Frank Wilczek wins 2022 Templeton Prize
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Dr. Dan Kuebler1 min read

The Human Brain: What Happens When We Die? [VIDEO]

What happens when we die? Dan Kuebler explains brain activity at death, including brain waves after death and the science of near-death experiences.
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