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.
The Real (Weird) Way We See Numbers
Join Joe Hanson as he explores curiosity and illuminates the science behind… well, everything.
The Real (Weird) Way We See Numbers
Season 12 Episode 8 | 15m 25s | CC
Would it surprise you to learn that fish and birds count in pretty much the same way that we do? And that infants can do math? Our animal brains deal with quantities in very specific ways, from quick counts of a few dots to how we perceive larger numbers. This "number sense" impacts our psychology, history, and behavior in the most fascinating ways.
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