Cockroaches provide clues to better locomotion! NSF Science Now 10

The video covers four NSF-funded research projects. First, a study on cockroach locomotion suggests that passive mechanical systems could improve robotics and prosthetics. Second, research on children's cognitive development highlights the importance of vocabulary and executive function skills. Third, a virtual reality system allows remote physical therapy through avatars. Lastly, astronomers discover early star formation in distant galaxies using advanced telescopes, offering insights into cosmic history.

What did the NSF-funded team discover about cockroaches that could influence robotics?

• Cockroaches use electronics to stabilize themselves.

• Cockroaches rely on passive mechanical systems for stability.

• Cockroaches have a complex nervous system for movement.

• Cockroaches are slower than humans in escaping threats.

According to the study, what plays a key role in the development of children's analytical thinking?

• Mathematical abilities

• Artistic skills

• Early strong vocabulary and executive functions

• Physical exercise

What is the purpose of the multimedia system being developed by researchers at the University of Texas, Dallas?

• To enable virtual interaction between people in different locations

• To create virtual reality games

• To improve video conferencing quality

• To develop new social media platforms

What did astronomers discover about distant galaxies using the ALMA telescope?

• They are moving away from the Milky Way.

• They were forming stars much earlier than previously thought.

• They were forming stars much later than expected.

• They are devoid of any star formation.

What is ALMA's role in scientific discovery?

• It is a tool for climate change research.

• It helps in understanding cosmic history and star formation.

• It is used for deep-sea exploration.

• It is primarily used for studying Earth's atmosphere.