Clean Energy Materials: Crystal Gazing on the Atomic Scale - Saiful Islam
Professor Saiful Islam, of the University's Department of Chemistry, gives a flavour of the fascinating chemistry behind green technologies such as hybrid petrol-electric cars and fuel cells
Introduction to Roman Architecture
This is a 42 minute university lecture about this architecture with good narration and images. Such information as the two the Serbian Walls, which was built in the Roman Republic to surround the city and the Seven Hills of Rome and the Aurelian Walls, which replaced the Serbian Walls in late 3rd century AD. are examined. Structures in other areas are also part of the lecture. Students should have done some preliminary work on this type of architecture to gain the most from the lecture.
Chinese Emperor
This eight minute video in Chinese explains what the Chinese emperors in China had in common and how they were remembered. The Chinese language is used extensively. (08:01)
Dancing Princess - POP
Catch this Super WHY! clip as Princess Presto uses her spelling powers to help get the princess down from the sky by popping the balloons that are keeping her up there! Along with the help of the viewers, Princess Presto sounds out and spells the word P-O-P and gets the princess down safely. (2:06)
Microraptor: Live Chat with Mark Norell & Mick Ellison
On March 9, the American Museum of Natural History and io9 hosted a live webcast discussion about new dinosaur feather research. The study, by a team of researchers that includes Museum paleontologists, reveals the black iridescent color and detailed feather pattern of Microraptor, a pigeon-sized, four-winged dinosaur that lived about 130 million years ago.
Robert Gonzalez, a science reporter at io9, moderated the discussion with two of the new paper's co-authors: Mark Norell, chair of the Mus
1. L'ordinateur des aveugles - la synthèse vocale (video)
1. L'ordinateur des aveugles - la synthèse vocale
Sculpture in Egypt
In this video clip, from the Archives of Discovery, take a
look at ancient traditional Egyptian sculptures. (0:30)
Ontology Design Patterns
Ontology Design Patterns
English
When established, the Cambridge English course was considered daringly innovative and this ethos continues to shape teaching and research. Today's course balances a strong grounding in the core of English literature with the chance to explore or specialise in literature from around the world, other art forms, the English language and related intellectual traditions.
If you have a passion for literature, we have a challenging course that will inspire your reading, and develop your critical and i
Philosophy
Do you enjoy discussing the pros and cons of broad issues affecting society? Do you relish puzzle-solving? Do you like subjects that emphasise rigorous thought? If so, philosophy might be the right subject for you.
Philosophy considers extremely general and 'ultimate' problems, such as the nature of reality, the purpose of human existence, and the basis of knowledge. It also scrutinises the methods that are used to answer such questions.
Cambridge is one of the best places to get a grounding i
Market Update: A Real Recovery, or a False Start?
The Dow has hit its highest level in years, loan rates are at record lows and the U.S. economy appears to be gaining momentum. Even the housing market is starting to look inviting. But is this a real recovery -- or a false start like last year's? Wharton's Jeremy Siegel and Scott Richard think the economy is showing signs of a true rebound, and predict that stocks should do well in the next 12 months. But bonds, they warn, are in dangerous waters, and economic growth will be in jeopardy if oil p
Blue Diamond Almonds
Mitosis
The Wellness Program at Marquette University
Marquette launched its wellness program in January 2009 to develop a culture of health and wellness, promote healthy lifestyle choices for employees and serve as a centralized source of employee wellness information.
www.marquette.edu/wellness
Choosing the Right Microphone - Microphone Techniques - Andy Edelstein
Access exclusive video and learn more about Berkleemusic's online couse Microphone Techniques at: http://bit.ly/ziB78d
Microphone Techniques is designed to give you the solid background and skill set necessary for successfully planning and implementing recording sessions ranging from single-mic overdubs to full rhythm sections. Throughout the course, you'll learn about the various elements of the recording chain, detailed technical characteristics of different microphone types, selecting approp
Thanksgiving Message
Brown William Tell Overture
The History of The Statue of Liberty
Dedicated to the United States by the people of France on October 28th, 1886, the Statue of Liberty has come to embody the ideals of freedom, justice and new beginnings. In this video, WatchMojo.com learns more about the history of this iconic American symbol, The Statue of Liberty. (3:42)
Mastering the Secret Formula
10 Unusual Facts About U.S. Presidents
In this video clip, learn ten unusual facts about some of these great American presidents, for example, the tallest American president to the youngest elected president. (1:42)
