4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn't Hear About This Week (Episode 23)
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesIridium is a rare element used to light up cell phones and TVs. However, researchers have found a way to use a more common element to power electrical devices: copper. Researchers are also developing a better treatment for osteoarthritis through nanotechnology. Other segments include research into specialized metabolites and devices that translate sign language. Part of the "4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn't Hear About This Week" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 2 minutes 28 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Science Experiments, Science Methods
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 2018
- Producer/Distributor: National Science Foundation
- Series: 4 Awesome Discoveries You Probably Didn't Hear About This Week
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