A Science Award That Makes You Laugh, Then Think

Offered By: TED via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

Explore the world of improbable research and weird science through the lens of the Ig Nobel awards in this thought-provoking and humorous 13-minute TED talk. Discover how founder Marc Abrahams uses silliness to boost public interest in scientific endeavors, sharing entertaining stories that will make you laugh and then ponder the importance of unconventional research.

Syllabus

A science award that makes you laugh, then think

Taught by

TEDMED

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