How the heart pumps blood. Video

For most of history, scientists weren't quite sure why our hearts were beating or even what purpose they served. Eventually, we realized that these thumping organs serve the vital task of pumping clean blood throughout the body. This video investigates how it all works by taking a closer look at the heart's highly efficient ventricle system.
 

Alzheimer's Disease Video

Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, affecting over 40 million people worldwide. And though it was discovered over a century ago, scientists are still grappling for a cure. This video describes how Alzheimer's affects the brain, shedding light on the different stages of this complicated, destructive disease.

Sugar is Everywhere Video

While sugar is easy to spot in candy, soft drinks, and ice cream, it also hides out in foods you might not expect.  This video decodes confusing labels and sugar's many aliases to help determine just how much of that sweet carbohydrate makes its way into our diets.