Description |
1 online resource (1 video file (approximately 60 min.)) : sound, color. |
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digital rda |
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video file rda |
Series |
NOVA ScienceNOW ; [2011, episode 4] |
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Nova scienceNOW ; 2011, episode 4.
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Access |
Digital content provided by hoopla. |
Performer |
Host: Neil deGrasse Tyson. |
Summary |
Host Neil deGrasse Tyson will tackle one of science's major challenges in each video, framed as a simple question that ordinary people wonder and worry about. Neil will guide us as he explores dramatic discoveries and the frontiers of research that connect each central, provocative mystery. Episode includes: 1) How Smart Are Dogs? - Meet an extraordinary boarder collie and other dogs changing our view of canine intelligence. 2) How Smart Are Dolphins? - These brainy marine mammals can "read," plan ahead, and communicate in astounding ways. 3) How Smart Is an Octopus? - Hold your fork-octopuses and other mollusks are more intelligent than you may think. 4) Profile: Irene Pepperberg and Alex - One woman's 30-year relationship with an African grey parrot transformed our understanding of bird intelligence. |
Audience |
Not rated. |
System Details |
Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
Subject |
Pepperberg, Irene M. (Irene Maxine)
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Alex (Parrot)
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Animal intelligence.
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Animal behavior.
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Human-animal communication.
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Dogs -- Psychology.
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Dolphins -- Psychology.
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Octopuses -- Psychology.
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Added Author |
Tyson, Neil deGrasse. Host.
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Cort, Julia. Screenwriter. Producer. Director.
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Hamilton, Doug. Producer.
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DeNooyer, Rushmore. Screenwriter. Producer. Director.
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Warren, Dana Rae. Producer. Director.
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Seftel, Joshua. Producer. Screenwriter. Director.
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Sweet, Jesse. Producer.
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Added Title |
hoopla (Digital media service)
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Nova scienceNow (Television program)
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Music No. |
MWT11867342 |
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