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Introduction to Planetary Protection
Science, Maths & Technology

Introduction to Planetary Protection

...System, it is important that we do not accidentally contaminate untouched and unspoilt extraterrestrial environments in any way. In this free course you will learn about ‘Planetary Protection’ and why it is critical for our future exploration and use of space. This course has been developed with support from the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) Planetary...
About Stories of Change
Nature & Environment

About Stories of Change

...systems in the context of the cross-party commitments to decarbonise the UK economy. The team will work with the interviews to write papers and design teaching materials. They will also be presented in ways that connect them all on the Stories of Change web platform. To find out more about the project please go to http://storiesofchange.ac.uk/. To listen to the interviews...
I Bought A Rainforest - Episode 2
Nature & Environment

I Bought A Rainforest - Episode 2

...of the problem and meets Erazmo, a mine owner who has spent 30 years trying to strike it lucky. The harsh working conditions and 16 hours shifts are brutal reminders to Charlie that both the rainforest and its inhabitants pay a high price for the bullion propping up the world banking system. Clip: The deadly process of illegal gold mining Clip: Meet the giant otters...
Are movies really getting longer?
History & The Arts

Are movies really getting longer?

...systems to make social interaction more efficient, but also less flexible and spontaneous. Max Weber famously wrote about bureaucracy, especially how even the most charismatic or creative individuals would eventually come to rely on stable routines. More recent works highlight just how much depend on rationalization in government, at work, and in pop culture. With new...
3D printing
Science, Maths & Technology

3D printing

...system positions the print head above the position requiring material addition. Droplets of material are deposited from the print head onto the surface where required. As material is added and solidified drop by drop the first layer is created. Further layers are built up on top of previous layers by increasing the height of the print head. After deposition, post...
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Are you a design creative?
Science, Maths & Technology

Are you a design creative?

...systemic role of design in addressing societal challenges, urging you to think about your own identity as a designer and how you may navigate this diverse and exciting landscape of design practice. Transcript As you watch, think of the historical background of design Historically, design was associated with crafts, the making of things that have some utility. But in the...
Water supply and treatment in the UK
Science, Maths & Technology

Water supply and treatment in the UK

...system. The panel discusses how negative press can be avoided and what lessons were learned. Consulting the public The value of consistent, timely communication through the media when taking action in a time of drought Is recycling water good? People on the streets of Essex tell us what they think. The panel outline what we can do to help ourselves. Fresh water filtration...
Understanding Social Change
Society, Politics & Law

Understanding Social Change

...system caught up with this change in family structure? Divided Society Divides between rich and poor, spatial and rural/urban divides. New Labour, new society? Under New Labour, things have improved but only for some sections of society. Rising inequalities and uncertainties about issues such as pensions. Globalisation - what is it? Changing Definitions of Globalisation,...