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Design Essentials: small objects of desire
Science, Maths & Technology

Design Essentials: small objects of desire

...considers the factors that produce good design while sitting in his favourite place. Is good design going down the plughole? Is good design going down the plug-hole? Meet the Open University Design faculty as they debate what does, or doesn't, make a well-designed sink strainer. Theo Zamenopoulos, Georgy Holden, Robin Roy, and Jeff Johnson outline their design interests....
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Video 24 mins
Exploring mathematics: a powerful tool
Science, Maths & Technology

Exploring mathematics: a powerful tool

...University course MS221 Exploring mathematics... Mathematics: a powerful tool An introduction to the tracks on this album. Mathematical modelling for real An introduction to mathematical modelling in the real world. An ancient tradition How bamboo scaffolding does its job. How maths helps dolphins Using statistical modelling to calculate endangered species’ survival...
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Audio 49 mins
Sickle cell disease: a lethal advantage
Health, Sports & Psychology

Sickle cell disease: a lethal advantage

...University course SK195 Human genetics and health issues... Sickle cell disease: a lethal advantage An introduction to the album, Sickle cell disease: a lethal advantage. The history of the sickle-shaped cell Starting with the first diagnosis, we trace the history of sickle cell disease. We also visit the world of statistics to discover how many children are born with the...
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Audio 29 mins
Introducing Health Sciences: The Pain Clinic
Health, Sports & Psychology

Introducing Health Sciences: The Pain Clinic

...University course SDK125 Introducing health sciences: a case study approach... Introducing Health Sciences: The Pain Clinic A short introduction to this album Gate Control Theory Doctors and patients at the Royal Free Hospital's Pain Clinic and at the Real Health Institute explain how chronic pain works The Real Health Institute A group of 8 patients on a four week course...
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Audio 43 mins
Global responses to Darwin's ideas
Science, Maths & Technology

Global responses to Darwin's ideas

...University in collaboration with the British Council. They form part of Darwin Now, a global initiative celebrating the life and work of Charles Darwin and the impact his ideas about evolution continue to have on today’s world. © British Council 2009... Global responses to Darwin's ideas A brief introduction to this album. Darwin's controversial reception Prior to...
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Audio 25 mins
Introduction to sport, fitness and management
Health, Sports & Psychology

Introduction to sport, fitness and management

...University course E112 Introduction to sport, fitness and management... Introduction to sport, fitness and management A short introduction to this album. Sport: Health and Safety A look at health and safety in the Gym and the precautions and checks that are taken. How the health, safety and welfare standards are met and how this is not restricted to people but apparatus...
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Audio 54 mins
Rio+20 - United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development
Nature & Environment

Rio+20 - United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development

...University academics reflect on its progress and prospects, and demonstrate that international gatherings of political leaders are not (fortunately?) the only game in town... Tackling climate change Dr Barbara Pizzileo discusses the challenges facing academics in tackling the issue of global warming. Discovering Ecological Habits of Mind Dr Emma Dewberry highlights the...
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Audio 1 hr 15 mins
Environment: LA River
Nature & Environment

Environment: LA River

...University course U216 Environment... Environment: LA River A short introduction to this album. Who Killed the LA River? The worst floods in the history of Los Angeles. How the river was contained and its flood plain became part of the city. Rediscovering the LA River The forgotten part of Los Angeles. A journey through the unused public land that lines the river today....
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Audio 30 mins