New phone app for reporting flash floods- NSF Science Now 44

The video covers four main topics: Kenneth Catania's discovery of electric eels' high voltage attack mechanism, a home blood clotting test developed by Andrew Stuckel, energy-efficient microbots that perch using static electricity, and a flood reporting app designed to improve safety and infrastructure. Each section highlights innovative research funded by the National Science Foundation, showcasing advancements in biology, healthcare, robotics, and environmental monitoring.

What did Kenneth Catania discover about electric eels when they feel cornered?

• They emit a soothing sound.

• They leap out of the water and generate high voltage pulses.

• They change color to blend with the environment.

• They become motionless and silent.

What historical account does Catania's discovery about electric eels confirm?

• A battle between eels and crocodiles.

• A dramatic encounter between horses and electric eels.

• A peaceful coexistence of eels and humans.

• A myth about eels controlling the weather.

What is the primary purpose of the new home screening test developed by Dr. Andrew Stuckel?

• To monitor blood sugar levels.

• To detect early signs of cancer.

• To check for vitamin deficiencies.

• To monitor blood clotting levels.

How do the flying microbots developed by Harvard roboticists conserve energy?

• By reducing their size.

• By flying only during the day.

• By perching on surfaces using static electricity.

• By using solar panels.

What is the weight of the Robo B microbot?

• 50 milligrams

• 200 milligrams

• 150 milligrams

• 100 milligrams

What additional feature is being planned for the Robo B microbot?

• Ability to swim underwater.

• Capability to perch on vertical surfaces.

• Enhanced night vision.

• Increased speed.

What is the main function of the I See Flood app?

• To predict earthquakes.

• To report and monitor flooding conditions.

• To track hurricanes.

• To measure air pollution levels.