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Science, Maths & Technology
The Material World: On Chesil Beach (getting closer to Titan)
The OU's planetary scientists spend time on Chesil Beach, simulating the surface of Saturn's largest moon, Titan.
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Money & Business
Why is the iPhone X a thousand-dollar gamble?
As it launches a new model, Apple is hoping that its brand will persuade enough people to dig deep into their pockets. Loizos Heracleous explores Apple's thinking.
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History & The Arts
Are movies really getting longer?
You might think movies are getting longer and longer - but the data tells a more interesting story. Evan Stewart orders a large popcorn.
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History & The Arts
Four weird ideas people used to have about women’s periods
Professor of Classical Studies Helen King takes a look at historic beliefs around menstrual periods.
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Science, Maths & Technology
What is the Minamata Convention on Mercury and what does it mean?
In August 2017, a new convention governing the use of Mercury came into force (at least in the countries which have signed up). María Elena Hurtado explains what it means - and why it's only a first step.
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Science, Maths & Technology
What effects does mercury have on health and the environment?
Although in its natural form mercury is not especially toxic, it still poses a real risk when it finds its way into the environment.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Migration
Migration is a free course looking at the migrations of animals, with special reference to birds, and also introducing the themes of movement, selection and homeostasis.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Plastic materials, pollution and recycling
What benefits do plastics offer society? What can we do with used plastic to avoid damage to the environment? Simon Collinson investigates...
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Science, Maths & Technology
How does earthquake science help us track North Korea's nuclear tests?
Scientists more used to tracking natural threats can help shed light on what North Korea is up to. Neil Wilkins explains how.
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Nature & Environment
Should Houston prepare for more Hurricanes like Harvey?
It's been an event described as "historic" and "once in a thousand years" - but Andrew King explains why a changing climate might mean Harvey may be a harbinger.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Does it snow on Mars?
A new study - and photographic evidence - suggests that sometimes it snows on the Red Planet. Dave Rothery explains how.
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Society, Politics & Law
Could your brain activity be used in evidence against you?
If brain scans can reveal when someone is lying, should they become part of the court process? The OU's Paul Catley and Lisa Claydon consider the case.