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.
Living with Happiness and Purpose
Maggie Ciskanik dives into the discussion of how to live a life with happiness and purpose through the lens of psychology.
What Do Meaning and Purpose Have to Do with Happiness?
How do meaning and purpose affect happiness? Happiness is more than just a positive emotional state, and purpose in life helps individuals feel grounded.
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.
What Does Evolution Mean? A Conversation with Dr. Dan Kuebler [VIDEO]
What does evolution mean? Is it random or purposeful? Listen to biologist Dr. Dan Kuebler on the meaning of evolution.
12 Inspirational Science Quotes
9 best inspirational science quotes curated by The Purposeful Universe
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.
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.
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.
Where Do We Fit in the Universe? [VIDEO]
Where do we fit in the universe? Dr. Jennifer Wiseman shares her wonderment at the human ability to be active learners and participants in the universe.
A Harvard Astrochemist Discusses Big Bang Cosmology
Dr. Karin Öberg discusses the implications of Big Bang cosmology and offers an intriguing comparison between it and previous cosmological models.