Cockroaches provide clues to better locomotion!  NSF Science Now 10

Cockroaches provide clues to better locomotion! NSF Science Now 10

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Interactive Video

Science, Social Studies, Information Technology (IT), Architecture, Physics

11th Grade - University

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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.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What role does the ALMA telescope play in astronomical research?

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In what ways could the findings from the South Pole Telescope and ALMA contribute to our understanding of cosmic history?

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