Science Now Episode 4

The video covers four major research projects. First, it discusses the impact of climate change on panda habitats in China, predicting the loss of bamboo forests by the end of the 21st century. Next, it highlights a breakthrough in biofuel production by the University of Michigan, where algae is rapidly converted into bio crude oil. The third section focuses on a University of Delaware project studying the effects of changing sea ice on walrus populations in the Arctic. Finally, the video introduces Cave 2, a virtual reality system developed by the University of Illinois, which allows researchers to immerse themselves in complex data environments for various scientific applications.

What is the main concern for pandas in northwest China according to the research?

• Loss of bamboo habitat due to climate change

• Increased human activity in the area

• Predation by other animals

• Lack of water resources

How does the University of Michigan's method speed up crude oil production?

• By genetically modifying algae

• By using high pressure and temperature on microalgae

• By using solar energy to process algae

• By fermenting algae over several weeks

What is the purpose of the novel camera system developed by the University of Delaware?

• To monitor the migration patterns of birds

• To capture images of changing sea ice conditions

• To study the effects of pollution on marine life

• To track the movement of fish in the Arctic

What is Cave 2 primarily used for?

• Teaching students about space exploration

• Creating virtual reality games

• Studying complex scientific data in an immersive environment

• Developing new architectural designs

Which universities collaborated on the sea ice research project?

• University of Michigan, University of Illinois, University of Alaska Fairbanks

• University of Virginia, University of Michigan, University of Illinois

• University of Delaware, University of Virginia, University of Alaska Fairbanks

• University of Delaware, University of Michigan, University of Illinois