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Can we rewrite DNA to balance modern life with nature?Emily Leproust explores how synthetic biology offers a molecular solution to sustainability. By learning to read and write DNA, scientists are developing green alternatives that p…
Can we rewrite DNA to build a more sustainable future?From burgers that bleed to airplanes made of spider silk, synthetic biology is moving beyond the hype. By reading and writing DNA, scientists are engineering cells to create green…
Can we rewrite the genetic code of butterfly wing patterns?Scientists are exploring how gene editing can be used to alter the physical appearance of butterflies. This video examines the intersection of genetics and aesthetics, showing how…
Can we rewrite the human code, or are we playing with fire?CRISPR technology allows us to alter, add, or remove genes from the human genome with unprecedented speed. While the potential to eradicate diseases like sickle cell anemia is imm…
Can we rewrite the laws of physics by focusing on what is impossible?Traditional physics describes how systems evolve over time, but Constructor Theory flips the script. By shifting the focus from trajectories to what can or cannot be physically co…
Can we rewrite the past to heal the present?For decades, the idea of erasing painful memories felt like science fiction. But new neurological research suggests we might actually be able to edit the emotional impact of traum…
Can we rewrite the very building blocks of life?Explore the frontier of engineering biology and discover how the National Physical Laboratory is working to write DNA from scratch to transform our biological foundations.
Can we safeguard the future of global plant diversity by banking wild seeds?The Millennium Seed Bank Partnership is a global effort to preserve wild plant species. This video explores how researchers collect and store diverse seeds from extreme environmen…- Can we safely turn the water we flush into the water we drink?As global water scarcity intensifies, wastewater recycling has emerged as a vital solution. This video examines the science behind treating sewage and explores how nations like Si…
Can we save 90 percent of the world's coral reefs by 2050?Coral reefs are essential to ocean health and global biodiversity. Reef guardian Theresa Fyffe shares a large-scale restoration strategy that merges modern scientific breakthrough…
Can we save frogs from a deadly fungus that has already wiped out 90 species?A global pandemic is devastating amphibian populations, with over 40% of species in decline. The culprit is a lethal fungus that suffocates its hosts by disrupting their skin. Now…
Can we save the elusive and untamable Scottish Wildcat?The Scottish Wildcat is the UK's rarest carnivore. This video follows conservationist Hannah Stitfall as she meets the dedicated people working on the front lines to give this sec…
Can we save the internal combustion engine by switching to hydrogen fuel?Toyota is testing a hydrogen-powered combustion engine as a potential alternative to electric vehicles. By modifying existing gasoline technology, the company aims to achieve carb…
Can we save the most infamous creature of the riverbank?The water vole, a staple of British folklore, is facing a modern crisis. This video follows the dedicated conservationists working on the front lines to prevent this iconic specie…
Can we save the savanna elephant by turning them into local celebrities?For 15 million years, African savanna elephants have navigated the landscape using inherited cultural knowledge. Today, this keystone species faces extinction from poaching, habit…
Can we say anything true about things that do not exist?This video examines the philosophical puzzle of nonexistent objects. It explores whether we can make meaningful assertions about things that lack physical reality, introducing the…
Can we scale carbon removal using the vaccine development model?Sustainability innovator Stacy Kauk explores how a billion-dollar fund could supercharge the carbon removal market, creating a new industry dedicated to drawing pollution from our…
Can we scientifically prove the multiverse exists, or is it just a philosophical dream?Quantum physicist Maria Violaris explores five experiments designed to test the multiverse theory. From Schrödinger's cat to modern quantum computing, she examines how strange phe…
Can we scientifically prove what an animal feels?For decades, the debate over animal consciousness has been mired in philosophy. But Oxford biologist Marian Dawkins has pioneered a way to move past speculation, using preference …
Can we search the physical surface of Earth like Google?Will Marshall explains how his team is using a massive satellite fleet and AI to create a searchable index of every object on our planet, from houses to trees.
Can we separate Sylvia Plath’s poetry from her tragic biography?For decades, Sylvia Plath’s work has been inseparable from her personal despair and eventual suicide. But as new archives emerge, scholars are questioning a deeper complication: t…
Can we separate the artist from their art, or is that question inherently flawed?Todd Field’s 2022 psychological drama Tár explores the unraveling life of a world-renowned conductor accused of misconduct. Through a meticulous performance by Cate Blanchett, the…
Can we shrink the world's most powerful particle accelerators to fit on a coin?Particle accelerators are typically associated with massive, miles-long underground tunnels. However, researchers are now developing miniature versions small enough to sit on a co…
Can we silence the secret conversations that allow cancer to spread?Cancer cells do not act in isolation; they coordinate their movements and growth through complex communication networks. This talk explores a cutting-edge scientific approach to i…
Can we simulate 100,000 individual strands of hair with near-perfect realism?Explore the cutting edge of physics-based animation as NVIDIA demonstrates a new method for simulating massive quantities of hair strands to achieve results that look almost indis…
Can we simulate how sound bounces through complex environments?Discover how researchers are applying advanced light transport techniques to the physics of acoustics. This video explores a new method for simulating realistic sound propagation …
Can we simulate hyper-realistic jelly using 50 million points of data?This video explores the Vertex Block Descent method, a computational approach designed to simulate soft, bouncy materials with extreme precision. It examines how researchers achie…
Can we simulate our way to new materials using the laws of physics?Theoretical chemistry bridges the gap between abstract physics and tangible chemical reactions. By applying quantum mechanics and advanced computational models to molecular system…
Can we simulate the entire cosmos within the confines of a computer?Scientists routinely model the universe across vast scales, ranging from individual planets to massive portions of the cosmos. This video explores the mechanics behind these digit…
Can we simulate the physics of sound to achieve near-perfect reality?Explore a breakthrough in computational physics that moves beyond traditional recording. This video examines new research into simulations designed to mimic the complex behavior o…
Can we solve every polynomial equation using a simple, repeating computer process?In 1998, Fields Medalist Curtis McMullen transformed our understanding of complex dynamics. He famously proved that while iterative root-finding methods work for quadratic equatio…- Can we solve the global energy crisis by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen?Zamyla Chan, a familiar face from CS50, presents her doctoral research on chemistry. She explores how creating specific metal oxide structures can improve the efficiency of oxygen…
Can we solve the global water crisis by turning the ocean into drinking water?With billions lacking clean water and 87 countries facing scarcity by 2050, seawater desalination offers a potential solution. This video examines how we transform saltwater into …
Can we solve the mysteries of the human mind by studying the brain?Patricia Churchland argues that traditional philosophy is often a proto-science, best advanced by integrating empirical neuroscience. By bridging the gap between biological brain …
Can we solve urban sprawl by clustering our lives around public transit hubs?Transit-oriented development reimagines cities by centering jobs, housing, and amenities around transit stations. By creating dense, walkable, mixed-use communities, this strategy…
Can we starve cancer by targeting its appetite for iron?Traditional cancer treatments often act like blunt instruments, affecting the entire body. However, a promising new approach aims to be far more surgical. By focusing on how cance…
Can we stop a planet-killing asteroid before it strikes the Earth?While a massive collision is statistically rare in the short term, experts agree it is a near-certainty eventually. Humanity is currently building a planetary defense infrastructu…
Can we stop colon cancer before it even begins?Colon cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related death globally, yet it is also one of the most preventable forms of the disease. Because the transformation from a small polyp to…
Can we stop coronary artery disease before it starts?Professor John Deanfield explores the possibilities of preventing coronary artery disease. This lecture examines how we might protect our cardiovascular health through proactive i…
Can we stop freshwater from vanishing into the ocean by damming the sea?Rivers constantly dump precious freshwater into the salty ocean, a massive loss for human consumption. This video explores the concept of coastal reservoirs—man-made freshwater la…
Can we stop paving paradise? How permeable pavement lets water return to the earth.Urbanization replaces natural ground with impervious surfaces like streets and parking lots, disrupting vital watershed processes. This video explains how permeable pavement offer…
Can we stop the next global pandemic before it starts?This preview introduces a 15-episode series exploring the science of infectious disease outbreaks. Led by Dr. Pardis Sabeti, the show examines how pathogens affect the human body …
Can we stop waste by turning cities into circular economies?Our current economic model has waste built directly into its foundation. But what if we could harness the value of everything we discard? By repurposing everything from office fur…
Can we store flu medicine longer? New research suggests a simple solution for pandemics.Oseltamivir is a cornerstone of pandemic preparedness, but its shelf life in liquid form has historically been limited. A recent study reveals that a specific 15 mg/mL oral soluti…
Can we store the wind in a giant underground balloon?As renewable energy grows, we face a massive problem: how to save power when the sun sets or the wind dies. Compressed-air energy storage offers a solution, using massive geologic…
Can we strip coal of its foul forces to power the world?Coal provides cheap energy for 40 percent of the global population, but its pollutants cause severe environmental and health issues. This video explores three specific methods to …
Can we study human society with the same cold precision as a laboratory experiment?In 1895, Émile Durkheim published a manifesto that transformed sociology from a philosophical pursuit into a rigorous, positivist science. He argued that social life is governed b…
Can we survive the record-breaking speeds of interstellar travel?As the Nikola Tesla Memorial station moves to a higher orbit, a new mission aims to exploit a powerful new energy source to achieve unprecedented delta-v levels.
Can we sustain 10 billion people without destroying the planet's climate?Science journalist Charles C. Mann explores the challenge of providing for an estimated 10 billion people by 2050. He categorizes the proposed solutions into two distinct philosop…
Can we sustain livestock agriculture while achieving a stable climate by 2100?Myles Allen, Director of the Oxford Net Zero initiative, examines the role of the global food system in climate change. This lecture addresses how current carbon footprinting conv…
Can we sustain modern medicine without destroying our planet?As medical advancements extend human lifespans, they leave behind a significant ecological footprint. This lecture by Dr. Ian Mudway examines the hidden environmental costs of hea…
Can we teach AI to follow our values without perfect instructions?Aligning artificial intelligence with human intent is a monumental challenge. This video explores a research direction from DeepMind focused on creating 'benign' AI by teaching sy…
Can we teach artificial intelligence to be driven by curiosity?Standard AI often struggles to explore unknown environments. This video examines a method called Random Network Distillation, designed to foster intrinsic motivation in agents.
Can we teach the human heart to heal itself like an embryo?The human heart is one of our least regenerative organs, often replacing dead muscle with permanent scar tissue. But as scientists explore the potential of stem cells, a new front…
Can we teach the spark of genius or is invention an innate, fearless curiosity?In his final 1974 Christmas Lecture, Professor Eric Laithwaite questioned whether scientific invention is a sudden flash of brilliance or a skill that can be cultivated. By invoki…
Can we thrive by abandoning the obsession with endless economic growth?For decades, global progress has been measured by a single metric: growth at any cost. But as industrialised nations face ecological limits, a new movement is asking if 'natural p…
Can we trace the ancient Egyptian concept of home through language?This seminar explores how language and domestic space shaped Egyptian identity. Discover how the use of loan words and architectural shifts reveal how Egyptians perceived and adap…
Can we trace the roots of human morality back to monkeys?This episode explores how psychological research, including controversial experiments with primates, helps explain the development of human attachment and moral reasoning. It move…
Can we train artificial intelligence using nothing but digital illusions?As the demand for massive datasets grows, researchers are turning to a surprising source: video game engines. By generating synthetic images of a fake world, developers are attemp…
Can we train bacteria to turn organic waste into plastic?Biotechnologist Patricia Aymà Maldonado demonstrates a revolutionary method for transforming organic waste into biodegradable plastic. This video explores how training microorgani…