science

Chris Organ, PhD, Harvard University Dept of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology, has been a leader in developing the techniques that reveal ancient genomes. In this presentation, ; Dr. Organ describes the genomic technique that has led to an understanding of how birds evolved from one line of dinosaurs.

Robert Whitaker, author of Anatomy of an Epidemic, discusses the impact of the widespread practice of prescription drugs for children with ADHD, anxiety and depression, and the even bipolar disorder. ;

What is dark matter? Where is it? Do we need it?

12/14/10 Sushil Alimchandani, PhD, Research Scientist, Dept of Biology, Boston University. ;The cell must contend with threats of many types

Prof. Shakira Franco Suglia of the Boston Univ School of Medicine and School of Public Health discusses the potential damage from urban traffic-related soot to children's brains. She explains research she and others have

David Stipp, Author of The Youth Pill explains the science of aging and the research discoveries in genetics and other fields that suggest the potential for a healthy longer life. Stipp's discussion distinguishes the serious research on healthier aging from the kinds of bogus claims that the public should treat with caution.