Mike Brown: The search for our solar system's ninth planet
Could the strange orbits of small, distant objects in our solar system lead us to a big discovery? Planetary astronomer Mike Brown proposes the existence of a new, giant planet lurking in the far reaches of our solar system -- and shows us how traces of its presence might already be staring us in the face.
WorkLife with Adam Grant: How science can fix remote work
Remote work was a trend that some companies and gig workers were trying out, even as others resisted. Then the pandemic made it an overnight reality for many of us. This feels like uncharted territory, but there's already plenty of knowledge on how to do it well. Learn from someone who has done more remote work than almost anyone on the planet -...
Micah Brown: Rapping with Virtual Reality
Micah Brown is working with sensors able to track electrical signals inside your brain to help you rap better while you perform on a virtual stage. Brown raps in his spare time when he is not playing neuroscientist, or serial entrepreneur; his success has come to him as he mixed all his curiosity. In this energetic and insightful talk you will s...
Maggie Brown: How to expand your understanding of intelligence
How we view and evaluate intelligence impacts our daily lives. Our perceptions on intelligence influence what and how we think about other people. UNC Charlotte student Maggie Brown challenges concepts of intelligence and encourages everyone to expand their understanding of intelligence to create a more accepting world. Recorded August 27, 2020.
Mike Brian: The science and secret of the storytelling superpower