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Back to SearchHow Do Sanctions Work?
To punish foreign governments without using weaponry, the U.S. often turns to sanctions. Learn more, plus a bit about sanctions against Russia, is th…
4 years, 2 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: How Do Nutrients Get into the World's Oceans?
Phytoplankton are responsible for a lot of the oxygen we breathe, and their wellbeing is made possible by... deserts. Yes. Learn how the Sahara Deser…
4 years, 2 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: Can You Train a Bee?
Spoiler alert: Totally. Bees and other insects can learn, and thus be trained, using scents. Learn how they could sniff out everything from bombs to …
4 years, 2 months ago
How Did Anne Bonny, Female Pirate, Work?
Unfortunately, the answer is that no one is entirely sure -- myths about pirates outnumber confirmed details. Learn what we do know about Anne Bonny …
4 years, 2 months ago
Why Does the Sun Get Colder Closer to Its Surface?
The outer layers of the sun's atmosphere are hotter than its surface, and researchers think it might have to do with magnetohydrodynamics. Learn more…
4 years, 2 months ago
How Did the Black Codes Work?
After the American Civil War, Southern governments created laws to keep freed Black people working without pay or legal recourse. Learn how the Black…
4 years, 2 months ago
How Do Kodiak Bears Work?
This type of brown bear lives only on an Alaskan archipelago and has evolved to be one of the biggest bears in the world. Learn more in this episode …
4 years, 2 months ago
How Can Wastewater Help Us Track Coronavirus?
Our poop is filled with useful information about us, including viruses like the one that causes COVID-19. Learn how researchers are using wastewater …
4 years, 3 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: What Did Our Ancestors Really Eat?
Figuring out what foods were on ancient menus can be tricky, but a mummy called Ötzi the Iceman was preserved with his last meal still intact. Learn …
4 years, 3 months ago
BrainStuff Classics: Who Does the Real Magic: Magicians, or Assistants?
The gender roles of traditional stage magicians and 'lovely assistants' can seem outdated, but behind the scenes, the work has always been pretty equ…
4 years, 3 months ago