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Secret Life of Scientists and Engineers

Secret Life of Scientists and Engineers

Secret Life of Scientists and Engineers

Scientists are just like everyone else -they've got secrets. So who knows what happens when the lab coats come off? Actually, we do. And now you can too. In this series of short, web-exclusive videos, you'll meet intriguing scientists and engineers, and learn about their surprising lives outside the proverbial lab.

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Kate Sweeny: Waiting Is The Hardest Part
1:13
Waiting is the Hardest Part – Kate Sweeny watches her (and your) wait.
Kate Sweeny: Shake Off Your Anxiety
3:39
Kate Sweeny studies how we wait for potentially bad news, but she never waits for "Hayal."
Kate Sweeny: 30 Seconds on Waiting
0:43
Social psychologist Kate Sweeny gives us a tip on dealing with stressful waiting periods.
Preetha Ram: What's the Dalai Lama Really Like?
1:08
The Dalai Lama holds Preetha Ram's hand, tells some jokes and is #awesome.
Preetha Ram: Hello Dalai
2:41
Preetha Ram teaches science to the Dalai Lama's monks and learns some Buddhist science.
Preetha Ram: #IgnitingTheSpark
2:13
Chemist Preetha Ram uses social media to get young people addicted to science.
Preetha Ram: 30 Seconds on Teaching Teens & Monks
0:45
Preetha Ram has 30 seconds to talk about teaching science & she kicks our collective butts
Myron Rolle: "Football gave me a platform."
1:32
Myron Rolle uses his platform as an ex-NFL player to promote good health for children.
Myron Rolle: The Road to Rhodes and Back Again
2:20
Myron Rolle lands a Rhodes Scholarship & helps his football team win an important game.
Myron Rolle: Rolle With It
3:17
Football star & medical student Myron Rolle may not be a rich man, but sure sings like one
Myron Rolle: 30 Seconds On Being A Medical Student
0:48
We give Myron Rolle 30 seconds to talk about being a medical student.
Rudy Tanzi: Rudy and Deepak Turn On Your Genes
1:25
Rudy Tanzi and Deepak Chopra may not change your mind, but they will change your brain.
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