Take a trip to Micropia, the world’s only museum dedicated to microscopic organisms and learn about our invisible life companions.
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Beyond the Game: Monterrey Borderland Radio
Monterrey, Mexico is known for its mountains, its industry, and its close connection to the US. But Monterrey was also home to one of the first private radio stations, run by a man who would become known as the father of Mexican radio: Constantino de Tarnava. Historian Sonia Robl ... Show More
17m 18s
Jul 2020
The colorful critter world of microbes in Antarctica | Ariel Waldman
In this tour of the microscopic world, explorer and artist Ariel Waldman introduces the charismatic creatures lurking beneath Antarctica's massive ice sheet, the largest on earth. From "cuddly" water bears to geometric algae made of glass, Waldman shows how this seemingly barren ... Show More
6m 17s
Jan 2022
The Strange Story of Secret Museums
<p>Who doesn't love a good museum? In these repositories of art, history, the natural world and so on, human beings can connect with the past, discover inspiration, and learn more about the world around us. With this in mind, it may surprise you to learn some museums are off-limi ... Show More
1h 10m
Feb 2020
How bumble bees inspired a network of tiny museums | Amanda Schochet
Sometimes, small things make a huge impact. After studying how bees in urban environments can survive by navigating small land patches, ecologist Amanda Schochet was inspired to build MICRO, a network of portable science museums the size of vending machines. Learn how these tiny ... Show More
11m 3s
Sep 2019
Microscopes & Teeny, Tiny Imaging - A level Biology
<p>In this episode, we'll get an understanding of microscopes and their uses, and how they not only can help you see small cells, but also might help you get the latest video games...</p><br><p>For more in-depth online learning, head on over to www.snaprevise.co.uk and see how ou ... Show More
9m 5s
