Scientists & artists team up to explore our brain on art. See it in NSF Science Now episode 38!

The video covers four NSF-funded research projects. It begins with an exploration of how art impacts brain activity, featuring Dario Robletto's exhibit in Houston. Next, it introduces Safe Pay, a new technology to prevent credit card fraud using existing magnetic card readers. The third section discusses how beavers help reduce nitrogen levels in water, benefiting estuaries. Finally, the video explores the ancient Maya village of Sarin, revealing insights into the daily lives of its inhabitants.

What was the primary focus of Dario Robletto's art exhibit?

• The history of the human heartbeat

• The evolution of modern art

• The role of color in emotional expression

• The impact of technology on art

How did researchers study the brain activity of visitors at the art exhibit?

• Using MRI scans

• With virtual reality headsets

• Through EEG caps

• By conducting interviews

What problem does Safe Pay aim to solve?

• High transaction fees

• Limited card compatibility

• Slow payment processing

• Credit card fraud

How does Safe Pay ensure secure transactions?

• By encrypting data on the card

• By using a one-time charge system

• By requiring a fingerprint scan

• By connecting to a secure Wi-Fi network

What environmental benefit do beaver ponds provide?

• Increase in fish population

• Enhanced plant growth

• Reduction of nitrogen levels

• Improved water clarity

What makes the ancient Maya village of Sarin unique?

• Its advanced architecture

• Its degree of preservation

• Its large population

• Its location near a river

What did researchers discover about the societal structure of Sarin?

• It was a trade-based society

• It was free from elite influence

• It had a democratic government

• It was controlled by a powerful elite