Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks and How They Shape Our Lives
Opening Days lecture by Prof. Nicholas Christakis highlights power of social networks and argues that human social networks have the power to spread obesity — or happiness — like contagion.
Aurora Australis From Madagascar to Northern Australia
Video of the Aurora Australis taken by the crew of Expedition 29 on board the International Space Station. This sequence of shots was taken September 17, 2011 from 17:22:27 to 17:45:12 GMT, on an ascending pass from south of Madagascar to just north of Australia over the Indian Ocean.
Series of Lectures to the UCT Rugby Team
In the first lecture Prof Noakes speaks of the role of self belief in athletic performance Đ Ôwhat you really believe will happen is exactly what will happenŐ. He uses his experiences as a member of the medical team to the World Cup winning springboks in 2007 to comment on how the UCT rugby team can use their brains to win.In the second and third lecture he speaks about identifying team weaknesses and strengths and how the team has to aspire to stronger bodies but even stronger minds.In addit
Thousands rescued from Pakistan floods
Sept. 14 - Soldiers use boats to rescue thousands from submerged villages in Pakistan. Katharine Jackson reports.
Automated Surveillance of New Anti-Thrombotic and Anti-Platelet Agents: Data & Statistical Challenge
Presented by: Michael Matheny
Stanley Kubrick, l'invention technique au service de l'art du cinéma - Une conférence de Joe Dunto
L'intemporelle qualité visuelle des films de Stanley Kubrick est une des raisons pour lesquelles le public du monde entier continue d'être si fasciné par cette œuvre singulière. Le style cinématographique de Kubrick sert strictement la narration en donnant forme à des atmosphères et en intégrant à la perfection décors, jeu d'acteurs et mouvement. Kubrick reste imperméable aux modes visuelles, tout comme aux engouements de l'industrie du cinéma.
Il débute sa carrière
9.09J Cellular Neurobiology (MIT)
This course serves as an introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system. Emphasis is placed on the cellular properties of neurons and other excitable cells. Topics covered include the structure and biophysical properties of excitable cells, synaptic transmission, neurochemistry, neurodevelopment, and the integration of information in simple systems and the visual system.
(Not) a Great Text (but) a Big Question: The Protection of Information Bill
In the wake of the controversy surrounding the Protection of Information Bill, UCT's Gordon Institute for Performing and Creative Arts (GIPCA) presents a panel discussion entitled,Not a Great Text but a Big Question: The Protection of Information Bill. Veteran writer, philosopher, academic and former Vice Chancellor of UCT, Professor Njabulo Ndebele, leads the panel that includes Professor David Benatar from UCT's Department of Philosophy and Tony Weaver Assistant Editor of the Cape Times. The p
"Molecular Biology and Genetics in Modern Medicine, Fall 2007"
" This course provides a foundation for understanding the relationship between molecular biology, developmental biology, genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, and medicine. It develops explicit connections between basic research, medical understanding, and the perspective of patients. Principles of human genetics are reviewed. We translate clinical understanding into analysis at the level of the gene, chromosome and molecule; we cover the concepts and techniques of molecular biology and genomics,
Listening, grammar: Driving in the States
You practice your listening skills by means of a conversation about driving in the USA. You practice the use of the simple future and future perfect tenses.
Five Ways to Exercise
This video shows students five easy ways to get exercise. Brief video of a student doing push-ups, crunches, sit-ups, jumping jacks, and planks is shown. ( Planks needs furthur explanation.) This brief video would be helpful to show students that equipment, etc., is not required to get daily exercise. ( :55)
Introduction - Cole Camplese
Introduction to Cole Camplese and his post looking at how the Web is finally starting to fulfill its promise as a platform to support and extend conversations.
Gaddafi loyalists hold out
Sept 17 - Gaddafi loyalists stall assaults on last bastions as UN eases sanctions on Libya. Marie-Claire Fennessy reports.
Alice Guy a-t-elle existé ? Une conférence de Maurice Gianati
Une absence quasi-totale de documents de première main et contemporains sur la présence d'Alice Guy dans la société Léon Gaumont pour les années 1895-1906 a entrainé chez les historiens anciens et modernes qui se sont intéressés à cette pionnière du cinématographe une grande dispersion et confusion dans l'établissement de la chronologie de ses débuts et de sa filmographie. Il était donc nécessaire d'effectuer une relecture critique des écrits et mémoires d'Alice Guy afin de
Curso cero de Anatomía
Esta asignatura está diseñada para que el alumno que ha finalizado sus estudios de bachiller y quiera realizar los estudios del Grado de Medicina complete o recuerde los conocimientos que le permitan acceder a la insignatura de anatomia.
GRCC Transfer Promo
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El Nino Sea Surface Temperature and Height Anomaly on a Globe: January 1997 through December 1997
An animation of sea surface temperature and sea surface height anomalies in the Pacific Ocean for the period January 1997 through December 1997. The data is shown on a rotating globe.
19.09.2011 – Langsam gesprochene Nachrichten
Trainieren Sie Ihr Hörverstehen mit authentischen Materialien. Nutzen Sie die Nachrichten der Deutschen Welle von Montag – als Text und als verständlich gesprochene Audio-Datei.Die deutschen Sozialdemokraten haben das Wahljahr 2011 mit einem klaren Sieg abgeschlossen. Im Bundesland Berlin bleibt der Regierende Bürgermeister Klaus Wowereit an der Macht. Bei der Abgeordnetenhaus-Wahl wurde seine SPD mit 28,3 Prozent wieder stärkste politische Kraft - trotz Verlusten von zweieinhalb Prozentpu
Yemen clashes kill 17
Sept 19 - Fierce clashes between government forces and protesters in Yemen leave 17 dead, including a child, and another 50 injured. Jessica Gray reports.
NTC readies to take Sirte
Sept 19 - Hundreds of families flee city of Sirte in Libya as National Transitional Council forces prepare another offensive. Jessica Gray reports.
