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The secrets of the brain
Science, Maths & Technology

The secrets of the brain

...determines our personalities. We can’t live without it. The brain makes up only 2% of our total body weight; however, it consumes 20% of the total oxygen and energy needed by the body to function. This is because it never turns off, and it spends almost as much energy when we are sleeping as when we are awake. It does different work though: when we are awake, the...
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Just six numbers
Science, Maths & Technology

Just six numbers

...determined by just six numbers...The values of these particular six numbers are crucial. Gravity is a weak force, if it wasn't we wouldn't have large, long-lived stars like we do. Even more important is the nuclear force which is crucial for the sun to be carefully tuned. Not only does nuclear energy from the sun keep the Earth warm, but throughout the history of our...
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Making connections in end-of-life conversations: essential tips for professionals
Health, Sports & Psychology

Making connections in end-of-life conversations: essential tips for professionals

...Determine patient preference along the spectrum of wanting full, partial, or non-disclosure of information. This can include, for example, medical results, prognosis, or treatment options. Determining patient preference can include responding to uncertainty, ambivalence, and fluctuating desire for open communication. Invest sufficient time in making a connection with...
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Chasing Perfection: How do athletes become champions?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Chasing Perfection: How do athletes become champions?

...determination and mindset in these videos. Also, how can athletes train their mind to focus on their sport? Sports psychiatrist, Steve Peters, discusses his techniques. What about recovery? Sir Dave Brailsford, who coached GB cycling to 8 Olympic Golds, and others talk about the importance of sleep. There's also exploration into recovery from injuries from key people at...
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Inequality: Have your say
Society, Politics & Law

Inequality: Have your say

...determine the economic future of the country. She has stated her views: “I understand that inequality may feel unjust to some, but the fact remains that inequality is good for promoting competition, innovation and ultimately growth. We can’t ignore the benefits that inequality has brought to our country.” Do you agree that inequality is good for growth? Take an...
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Earth's physical resources: fossil fuels
Science, Maths & Technology

Earth's physical resources: fossil fuels

...determining that renewable energy is the only way to secure a sustainable future. This material forms part of the course S278 Earth's physical resources: origin, use and environmental impact... Fossil Fuels An an introduction to this album Declining Oil and Gas Reserves How long have we got before all the Earth's fossil fuels are depleted? What will happen to gas prices...
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Centreless grinding
Science, Maths & Technology

Centreless grinding

...determines the rate at which material is removed...Conventional cylindrical grinding [Images to demonstrate 'Centreless grinding' - see article ] Conventional internal grinding [Images to demonstrate 'Centreless grinding' - see article ] Principles of centreless grinding [Images to demonstrate 'Centreless grinding' - see article ] Principles of internal centreless...
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International Relations
Society, Politics & Law

International Relations

...determines how states and their agents behave in a globalised world and the different theories and analyses that have been developed to make sense of today's international system... Structural Realism Professor John Mearsheimer from the University of Chicago discusses Structural Realism Liberal Theory Professor Andrew Moravscik from Princeton University discusses Liberal...
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