Interview with Dr Virpi Lummaa

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Virpi has been using historical records of births, deaths and marriages to explain why humans live so long (compared to other large primates). She has discovered that grandmothers are good for you - but grandfathers are not! Boys sap their mothers strength and this leads to underweight and shorter-lived siblings.

Earthwatch

Earthwatch is an international environmental charity which engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment.

This link is to talks given by Earthwatch scientists about their work to conserve wildlife. This includes dolphins, hyenas and many others. There are also 'debates' and contributions from business sponsors.