Science & Environment
Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory trains the next generation of scientists
Young campers learn from some of the most esteemed researchers in the state surrounded by some of the most pristine learning environments.
How Scientists Cracked the Secret To Making Diamonds
Join Joe Hanson as he explores curiosity and illuminates the science behind… well, everything.
How Scientists Cracked the Secret To Making Diamonds
Season 12 Episode 16 | 12m 15s | CC
For centuries, diamonds were one of the most mysterious materials on Earth. They were beautiful, indestructible, and completely unexplained. Today, we’re exploring how scientists unlocked their secrets, and how one lab recreates the extreme conditions in Earth's mantle to make diamonds… out of dead people.
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