Science on Screen - more links to videos will be added throughout Science Week
Great Big Science Gig are still touring! That's right, Australia's favourite science cabaret still has performances in tropical Queensland and the top end to complete this year's tour. Just in case you can't be at these shows, or if you managed to get to a show in another location, but that simply wasn't enough (you're only human) check out the music video for "Spud Love" or go to Great Big Science Gig to follow the tour on the GBSG blog.
The Maths Olympics is a high-energy interactive hour of music, comedy, dance and maths during which mathematician and comedian, Simon Pampena, shares the passion we need to be #1 in the world’s greatest sport. Pampena will tour the country for National Science Week, turning dormant maths potential into gold medal reality! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0mNkJy-Q9s
Join Professor Funk as he explores the strange, sexy and sometimes stupid side of weekend culture in these hilarious web videos. Each episode the Professor will tackle the themes of sex, drugs, music, money and fashion to uncover the science behind a big Saturday night. Videos contain adult themes and are recommended to viewers 16+ http://www.youtube.com/TheProfessorFunk
Mac or PC: Which Has More Sex Appeal?
Professor Funk investigates whether your choice in brands might make you more attractive. Who will come out on top between the two tech giants? Apple or Windows?
Alcohol, Extacy, Cocaine: Which Drug is the Most Toxic?
Professor Funk investigates whether people can identify the most toxic drug out of: Alcohol, Extacy and Cocaine. What would you guess? The results might surprise you.
Can Your Music Help You Lose Weight?
Professor Funk learns up on the effects of music on heart rate. Which music genre might get your heart pumping enough to burn more calories? And which gets your heart pumping the most: RnB, Rock, Pop or Techno?
Does More Expensive Beer Taste Better?
You paid more for the stuff so it must be better. Right? Professor Funk takes a look at how money can influence people's perception of taste with some shock-tastic results.
Can Stripes Really Make You Look Taller?
They say. Stripes can make you look either fat and stumpy, or tall and slender depending on which was you wear them. Professor Funk probes into the truth behind this illusion and whether it has any real effect.