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How Does Lyme Disease Work?
Lyme disease, which is caused by bacteria spread by ticks, is very treatable when caught early. Learn the symptoms and how to prevent it in this epis…
3 years, 9 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: How Does Anxiety Cause Underarm Sweat?
Anxiety can cause sweaty palms and armpits -- but why? And how can you combat it? Learn more in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this art…
3 years, 10 months ago
What Does Space Smell Like?
Astronauts report that our little corner of space has a particular scent. Learn what might cause this in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on this…
3 years, 10 months ago
How Were Pregnancy Tests Invented?
Humans have been using urine to test for pregnancy for thousands of years -- with the help of wheat, barley, rabbits, and frogs. Learn how reliable h…
3 years, 10 months ago
Introducing: One Day University
Hi BrainStuff Listeners - we have a new show we think you'll love. One Day University gives you the chance to sit in on the best lectures delivered b…
3 years, 10 months ago
What Colors Can Dogs See?
Dogs have eyes that are primed to see motion better than color, but they're not colorblind. Learn more about dogs' vision in this episode of BrainStu…
3 years, 10 months ago
How Could Smart Traffic Lights Work?
What if traffic lights could adjust for the actual flow of traffic happening at any given moment? Learn how smart, networked technology could help dr…
3 years, 10 months ago
Why Do Watermelons Explode Sometimes?
Sure, you can get a watermelon to burst by squeezing it with rubber bands, but sometimes this fruit explodes all on its own. Learn how microbes and g…
3 years, 10 months ago
How Do Insect Hotels Work?
Insect populations are in trouble, but creating shelters for them could help. Learn the basics of building an insect hotel in this episode of BrainSt…
3 years, 10 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: Can Your Face's Temperature Reveal Your Mood?
Research shows that parts of a person's face grow cooler depending on their mood and stress level. Could this be used to help people in stressful job…
3 years, 10 months ago