Why Do We Have Emotions? The Science Behind Positive Emotions
Why do we have emotions? Research has linked positive emotions with better health outcomes and relationships. But why did we develop them to begin with?
Raw Beauty: The Yuba River and the Webb Telescope’s First Images
The Yuba River and the James Webb Telescope’s first images show how technology can both reveal beauty and foster a sense of awe.
Scientific Surprises and Upset Expectations [VIDEO]
Science is always surprising us. Sometimes in scientific research, our expectations of what should be are rocked by what we discover to be true.
Awe and the Astronaut: The Science of Awe
What is the science of awe? The overview effect is generated by a unique viewpoint, and shares many similarities with an the experience of awe.
Finding Meaning In The Vast Universe — Dr. Jennifer Wiseman
Dr. Wiseman explores finding meaning in the vast universe. In her eyes, being a participant in the universe gives our small lives a significant purpose.
Analysis of Lifespan by David Sinclair [VIDEOS]
David Sinclair has done groundbreaking research on aging cells and how to slow down aging processes. Dr. Dan Kuebler analyzes Lifespan by David Sinclair.
The Human Brain: What Happens When We Die? [VIDEO]
What happens when we die? Dan Kuebler explains brain activity at death, including brain waves after death and the science of near-death experiences.
What Makes Humans Different From Other Animals? [VIDEO]
What makes humans different from other animals? There is a very clear distinction between humans and other animals when it comes to intelligence.
Consciousness: A Subjective Capacity That Produces Objective States
Consciousness may refer to the brain’s most adaptive property: its capacity to produce objective states.
A Conversation with Dr. Jennifer Wiseman [VIDEO]
Purposeful Universe interviewed Dr. Jennifer Wiseman about her perspective on the cosmos and the formation of stars and galaxies.
How Do COVID Vaccines Work? [VIDEO]
How do COVID Vaccines work? Dr. Dan Kuebler breaks down the science of the currently available Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines.
Evolutionary Psychology Examples and More With Dr. Dan Kuebler [VIDEO]
Dr. Kuebler shares evolutionary psychology examples, his views on bias in science, and his personal interest in philosophy that led him his biology career.