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Dr__Fred\'s_Place Children's science author, Dr. Fred Bortz, including biographical information, list of books, FAQ's, and information about school visits.

Ed_Quest Includes guided links for students, lesson plans and references for teachers, as well as collaborative projects directed towards the middle school level.

Education_Links_-_Top_rated_educational_sites_ Collection of educational resources separated into categories such as astronomy, lesson plans, math, and webquests.

Educational_Resources_Catalog In addition to the catalog itself, links are provided to curriculum materials, professional development, software, visual and audiovisual classroom support, print material and online resources.

Elementary_Science_Program Includes activity of the month for students and teachers of elementary science, as well as an archive of past activities, and resources.

The_ENC_Digital_Dozen Each month the Eisenhower National Clearinghouse selects a dozen useful math and science sites for teachers and students. Includes archives.


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Wednesday, May 07, 2008

Quantum Mechanics - Episode 35Can you change reality just by looking at it? Dr. Carlson says no! Watch on to see just what we mean when scientists talk about observers determining reality in this down-to-earth explanation of Quantum Mechanics.Science Theater Episode 35: Quantum MechanicsPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon5/07/2008 06:56:00 PM1 comments Labels:cat,mechanics,particle accelerator,physics,quantum,schroedinger,science

Thursday, April 03, 2008

Brainteaser 02 - A Straight LineIs the best path between two points a straight line? The second video in our brainteaser series challenges the viewer (you) to predict and explain any differences in the path of two rolling balls. Can you figure it out before the episode is over?Science Theater Brainteaser 02: A Straight LinePosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon4/03/2008 07:31:00 PM0comments Labels:acceleration,brainteaser,gravity,momentum,physics,science,velocity

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Brainteaser 01 - Rolling UphillDo you have what it takes to explain science? Try to explain how this object actually rolls uphill in this episode. This video is the first of several Brainteaser episodes where you, the viewer, are presented with a problem and are challenged to explain the science behind the solution by the end of the episode.Science Theater Brainteaser 01: Rolling UphillPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon3/19/2008 11:12:00 PM2comments Labels:brainteaser,center of mass,gravity,physics,problem,science

Sunday, March 02, 2008

The Sweat Episode - Episode 34Yes, he's done freezing by boiling before, but this time Dr. Carlson uses liquid nitrogen, a special tube, and a little water to demonstrate the power of sweat!Science Theater Episode 34: The Sweat EpisodePosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon3/02/2008 10:41:00 PM4comments Labels:chemistry,cold,liquid,nitrogen,phase change,physics,science

Sunday, February 03, 2008

Making Clouds - Episode 33How to make a cloud in a bottle in four easy steps. Dr. Carlson takes on a giant glass ball of green liquid in an attempt to eplain how clouds are formed. In a never-before seen feature, this episode even includes Director's Commentary for the first segment. Yes, it's a feature, not a bug.Science Theater Episode 33: Making CloudsFeel free to drop by our home page at www.ScienceTheater.net!Note, technically this episode is 33b, as it takes the place of The Sweet Spot - Episode 33, removed due to a few mistakes in the science of hitting balls with bats.Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon2/03/2008 11:18:00 PM0comments Labels:cloud formation,cold,expansion,gas,liquid,phase change,physics,science,scientist

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Fluorescence - Episode 32Fluorescence, it's almost as hard to explain as it is to spell. Dr. Carlson explains how his favorite color (neon) is such a shiny glowy thing and how detergents can get your clothes "whiter than white!" Science Theater Episode 32: FluorescenceFeel free to drop by our home page at www.ScienceTheater.net!Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon11/27/2007 09:57:00 PM0comments Labels:color,energy,fluorescence,light,physics,science

Wednesday, November 07, 2007

Liquid Air - Episode 31Liquid air? Once Nitrogen gas becomes really, really cold it becomes a liquid. Once you have really, a really cold liquid, you can use it to make other things cold. Really, really cold things behave differently. Join Dr. Carlson to find out how cold things behave in...Science Theater Episode 31: Liquid AirFeel free to drop by our home page at www.ScienceTheater.net!Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon11/07/2007 10:43:00 AM0comments Labels:cold,gas,liquid,nitrogen,phase change,physics,science

Tuesday, October 23, 2007

States of Matter - Episode 30Sure, gas-liquid-solid... you've seen it all before, but have you seen air as a gas, air as a liquid, and air as a solid? Dr. Carlson explains the three most common states of matter and shows off how to make a snowcone out of Nitrogen gas.Science Theater Episode 30: States of MatterFeel free to drop by our home page at www.ScienceTheater.net!Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon10/23/2007 10:42:00 PM0comments Labels:gas,liquid,phase change,physics,science,solid

Wednesday, October 03, 2007

Interview with a Scientist - Marc Caffee (Part 2)We're back at PRIME lab to take a look at the giant particle accelerator. Learn the process of taking a glacier rock, pounding it to smithereens, and then shooting it down a beam at hundreds of miles an hour, just to count how many atoms of Beryllium are inside the rock! A little bit of science for everyone: Chemistry, Physics, and Geology!Science Theater Interview 06: Marc Caffee (Part 2)Science Theater Interviews: Real Scientists, Real Science Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon10/03/2007 04:37:00 PM0comments 

Wednesday, September 19, 2007

Interview with a Scientist - Marc CaffeeThere's nothing like taking tiny little bits of rock and smashing them with Cesium to send them on an electrical journey at ultra high speeds. That's just what happens in the particle accelerator at Purdue's PRIME Lab. In our most recent Interview with a Scientist episode, Prof. Marc Caffee explains how he can find the age of asteroid rocks from outer space or determine how long ago rocks were exposed from glacier movement.Science Theater Interview 05: Marc Caffee (Part 1)Science Theater Interviews: Real Scientists, Real SciencePosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon9/19/2007 11:11:00 PM0comments Labels:interview,particle accelerator,physics,PRIME Lab,scientist

Thursday, September 06, 2007

Center of Mass - Episode 29When does a tower tip and fall? When its center of mass is no longer over its base. Dr. Carlson plays with blocks and walks the plank in order to illustrate the power of center of mass.Science Theater Episode 29: Center of MassIf you haven't seen it yet, be sure to visit my new home page at: www.ScienceTheater.net!Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon9/06/2007 11:16:00 PM0comments Labels:center of mass,physics,science,scientist

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

Interview with a Scientist - Ken RitchieLasers and bacterial cells - they go together like peanut butter and jelly. Prof. Ken Ritchie, Professor of Physics at Purdue uses lasers to "light up" individual molecules on the surface of cells. By taking pictures and videos of these cells he can study cellular processes that help single cell organisms build their membranes and orient themselves in their environment.Science Theater Interview 04: Ken RitchiePosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon8/22/2007 09:57:00 PM0comments Labels:biology,interview,lasers,physics,scientist

Wednesday, August 08, 2007

Mirrors and Images - Episode 28Mirrors don't let you see things that aren't there, they let you see things from an entirely different position! Your image in a mirror is what someone else would see if they were standing behind the mirror. It's all a matter of tracing the path of light from your eye to an object, or from the object to your eye.Science Theater Episode 28:Mirrors and ImagesIf you haven't seen it yet, be sure to visit my new home page at: www.ScienceTheater.net!Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon8/08/2007 02:16:00 PM0comments Labels:image,light,mirror,optics,physics,science

Sunday, July 22, 2007

The Doppler Effect - Episode 27When cars go screeching by your ear, their pitch changes due to the Doppler Effect. See and hear the Doppler Effect explained before your very eyes! Learn how the Doppler Effect even helps astronomers look at stars.Science Theater Episode 27:Doppler EffectAlso, check out our new home page at: www.ScienceTheater.net!Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon7/22/2007 10:42:00 PM3comments Labels:doppler effect,physics,science,sound,waves

Thursday, July 05, 2007

Waves - Episode 26Waves of light, waves of sound, waves of water, waves of fire. Wait, waves of FIRE? Check out the three main categories of waves, and try to guess where waves of fire fit into the mix...Science Theater Episode 26: WavesPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon7/05/2007 12:15:00 PM0comments 

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

Interview with a Scientist - Erica CarlsonWhat does a condensed matter physicist study? Floating magnets for one. In our second interview segment, Dr. Carlson meets Professor Carlson to discuss her research. Prof. Erica Carlson discusses her research on one-dimensional electron gasses (and how it applies to superconductivity!)Science Theater Interview 03: Erica CarlsonPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon6/20/2007 11:41:00 PM0comments Labels:electrons,interview,magnet,physics,science,scientist,superconductivity

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Electricity - Episode 25Electrons and protons are tiny, but they can move large objects! Watch several demonstrations showing the power and behavior of electrons, electricity, and their response to electromagnetic waves.Science Theater Episode 25: ElectricityPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon6/13/2007 09:51:00 PM2comments Labels:electricity,electromagnetic,electrons,physics,science

Thursday, May 31, 2007

Angular Momentum - Episode 24Ice skaters spin faster by hugging themselves tight, but what does that have to do with riding a bicycle? In both cases, the law of conservation of angular momentum is in effect. Watch a few more angular momentum examples!Science Theater Episode 24: Angular MomentumPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon5/31/2007 02:17:00 AM0comments Labels:angular,momentum,physics,science

Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Eddy Currents - Episode 23Sure, Spiderman can stop a block of falling metal, but so can science! Find out how magnets force electrons to move around in little circles, which can cause a falling piece of metal to slow down and nearly stop. Magnetic brakes on your roller-coaster, anyone?Science Theater Episode 23: Eddy CurrentsPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon5/16/2007 04:36:00 PM2comments 

Wednesday, April 25, 2007

Interview Special Part 2 - Daniela BortolettoProf. Bortoletto gives us a tour of her lab where they construct tiny chips used in particle accelerators to detect high energy particles. You've heard the theory, now see the hardware!Science Theater Interview 02: Daniela Bortoletto (part 2)Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon4/25/2007 10:26:00 PM0comments Labels:high energy,physics,scientist

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Special! - Interview with a Scientist - Daniela BortolettoTune in to hear an interview with a real, live high energy physicist! In the first of an occasional series, Dr. Carlson sits down with an actual Physics professor to discuss her research. This week, we meet Prof. Daniela Bortoletto and discuss her search for heavy particles (including the Higgs particle and heavy Quarks).Science Theater Interview 01: Daniela Bortoletto (part 1)Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon4/18/2007 03:34:00 PM0comments Labels:high energy,physics,scientist

Wednesday, April 04, 2007

Shoot the Monkey - Episode 22Dr. Carlson shoots a monkey in this classic demonstration of two dimensional motion. If you want to hit an object that is about to be dropped, do you aim above, at, or below it? The answer is a few short minutes away.Science Theater Episode 22: Shoot the Monkey(No animals were harmed in the making of this film...)Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon4/04/2007 09:16:00 PM3comments 

Wednesday, March 21, 2007

Motion in Two Dimensions - Episode 21If you can drop it, you can throw it. Dr. Carlson throws stuff around to show how projectiles fall. (Also known as 2-dimensional motion)Science Theater Episode 21: Motion in Two DimensionsPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon3/21/2007 12:13:00 PM0comments 

Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Pendulums - Episode 20Dr. Carlson faces down fear and speeding bowling balls in an effort to demonstrate his faith in Physics and Pendulums.Science Theater Episode 20: PendulumsPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon2/14/2007 01:37:00 AM2comments 

Tuesday, December 19, 2006

Thermal Conduction - Episode 19Ever boil water in a paper cup? The power of fire and flames is harnessed to explain how heat can move around in:Science Theater Episode 19: Thermal ConductionPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon12/19/2006 10:42:00 AM4comments 

Tuesday, November 21, 2006

Buoyancy - Episode 18Why do you feel "lighter" when you are floating around in a tub of water? What does that have to do with bringing home balloons in your car? Find out the answers in:Science Theater Episode 18: BuoyancyPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon11/21/2006 04:28:00 AM2comments 

Monday, November 13, 2006

Can't see the videos?If you are having problems viewing the videos, be sure to have the newest version of Quicktime installed. The videos are all in the MPEG4 format, which should be viewable with the freely available Quicktime player.Thanks for watching!Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon11/13/2006 09:38:00 PM0comments 

Thursday, November 02, 2006

The Bernoulli Effect - Episode 17Want the fastest way to redecorate a tree using toilet paper? Use Science! Specifically, use the Bernoulli Effect - one of the principles involved in helping airplanes fly!Science Theater Episode 17: The Bernoulli EffectPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon11/02/2006 03:27:00 AM1 comments 

Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Circular Motion - Episode 16What do merry-go-rounds have to do with artificial gravity? Lean about the science of spinning when Dr. Carlson talks about circular motion and the centripetal force.Science Theater Episode 16: Circular Motion Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon10/11/2006 05:48:00 PM8comments 

Wednesday, September 27, 2006

Fun with a Vacuum - Episode 15If you have an empty jar, is it really empty? Take all the air out of it and you have a vacuum. When the pressure drops due to a vacuum, everything begins to behave in strange ways. Watch and see!Science Theater Episode 15: Fun with a VacuumPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon9/27/2006 12:45:00 PM0comments 

Tuesday, September 12, 2006

Inertia, Newton's First Law - Episode 14If you want to move it, you have to push it! Things don't change their movement on their own, and scientists often call this the Law of Inertia. Watch as Dr. Carlson shows off an amazing series of demonstrations where things don't move!Science Theater Episode 14: Inertia - Newton's 1st LawPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon9/12/2006 04:00:00 AM1 comments 

Wednesday, August 30, 2006

The Return of Density - Episode 13Some things float in water and others sink, but can the same thing both float and sink? Better yet, Dr. Carlson demonstrates water that sinks in water.Science Theater Episode 13: Density ChangesPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon8/30/2006 06:51:00 AM0comments 

Tuesday, August 15, 2006

Density - Episode 12Long-time viewers realize that Dr. Carlson is dense. In this episode, dignity is again laid on the line as we find out exactly how dense is... Dr. Carlson.Science Theater Episode 12: DensityPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon8/15/2006 11:34:00 PM5comments 

Tuesday, August 01, 2006

Thermodynamics and Temperature - Episode 11Is nothing as thrilling as watching ice melt? Why do metals feel cold, while wood feels warm to the touch? All this and more in...Science Theater Episode 11: Thermodynamics and TemperaturePosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon8/01/2006 01:47:00 PM2comments 

Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Welcome to 2006 AAPT visitorsI recently travelled to Syracuse, NY to present a short paper on podcasting science content at the AAPT (American Association of Physics Teachers).For those who attended my talk (and any other curious folks), you may download the powerpoint file, which contains all the links necessary to set up your own (free) podcast...Thanks for visiting, feel free to browse past videos or subscribe (to the RSS feed through iTunes or some other reader) to be alterted to future ones!-Dr. Matt J. CarlsonHere is the powerpoint of my talk: 2006_AAPT_Podcasting_Summary.pptPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon7/26/2006 09:59:00 AM0comments 

Saturday, July 22, 2006

Concentration and Reaction Rates - Episode 10Making Elephant Toothpaste is as simple as mixing two chemicals - causing an explosion of foamy science goodness. We take a look at two reactions with hydrogen peroxide to see how the concentration of H2O2 affects the rate of the reaction.Science Theater Episode 10: Chemical Reaction RatesPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon7/22/2006 11:56:00 PM0comments 

Friday, July 07, 2006

Newton's Third Law - Episode 9How can a rocket engine lift itself off the ground? Push a wall and you will be pushed back. Newton's Third Law of Motion states that every force has an equal force applied in the opposite direction. If air, trapped in a fire extinguisher, is "thrown" backwards by releasing it, Dr. Carlson can be pushed forward by the blast - his very own jet-car!Science Theater Episode 9: Equal and Opposite ForcePosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon7/07/2006 02:44:00 PM1 comments 

Saturday, May 27, 2006

Special Edition - Orange Crush ChemistryWho doesn't like a student pep rally? See the amazing blue colors turn orange! Marvel at the amazing orange colors turning blue! In this film, recently recovered from the archive, we see how science can have just as much orange and blue school spirit as the next subject! Science Theater Special Edition: Orange Crush Spirit ChemistryPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon5/27/2006 11:50:00 AM0comments 

Wednesday, April 26, 2006

Packing Peanuts - Episode 8The mystery of styrofoam packing peanuts is revealed in this shocking episode demonstrating.... hmm, well it demonstrates cool stuff. After all, if you can't dissolve packing peanuts when you feel like it, what's the point of science anyway?Science Theater Episode 8: Packing PeanutsPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon4/26/2006 09:45:00 PM2comments 

Sunday, April 16, 2006

Free Fall - Episode 7What does it feel like to float in outer space? How do satellites orbit the Earth? These mysteries, and more, are explained in this short video about gravity, orbits, and free fall.Science Theater Episode 7: Free FallPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon4/16/2006 12:45:00 PM0comments 

Wednesday, March 22, 2006

Freezing by Boiling - Episode 6It seems unnatural, but the laws of physics don't lie. Liquids require heat to boil, and if the conditions are right one liquid can be boiled in order to freeze a second. Under a vacuum, the water in an acetone/water mixure can freeze while the acetone boils.Science Theater Episode 6: Freezing by BoilingPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon3/22/2006 12:45:00 AM3comments 

Wednesday, February 22, 2006

Temperature - Episode 5Hot stuff and cold science explain temperature and its affect on chemical reactions. Crowd-pleasing lightsticks make their return in this episode focusing on temperature.Science Theater Episode 5: TemperaturePosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon2/22/2006 05:12:00 PM2comments 

Tuesday, January 31, 2006

Air Pressure - Episode 4Can-crushing, balloon-inflating, juice-box-drinking action in this study of air pressure: how it happens, what it is, and why.Science Theater Episode 4: Air PressurePosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon1/31/2006 07:04:00 PM0comments 

Saturday, January 14, 2006

Protein Folding - Episode 3Eggs turn white when fried because their protiens are unfolded by the heat. Much of your body is made of large molecules called proteins that can perform chemical reactions. Proteins are like long strands of pearls that can fold up into balls in order to their job. Changes in the environment (like heat) can change whether proteins fold.Science Theater Episode 3: Protein Folding*As an aside, my PhD thesis research focused on this very topic.Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon1/14/2006 10:47:00 AM0comments 

Thursday, January 05, 2006

Photons of Light - Episode 2LEDs and photosensitive paper show light be a particle in this demonstration explaining how light comes in little "packets" that we call photons. Colored LEDs make phosphorescent paper glow only if their color (frequency) of light is high enough in energy.Science Theater Episode 002: Photons of LightPosted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon1/05/2006 08:53:00 PM0comments 

Wednesday, December 21, 2005

Episode 1 - Mixing LightLiquid light can be mixed to create pure white light. In the premiere episode, "lightstick juice" is used to demonstrate how red, green, and blue light can be mixed to create white light. All it takes is a few colored light sticks, a knife, and a paper towel...Episode 1Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon12/21/2005 11:55:00 PM4comments WelcomeWelcome to this Blog. It is intended to be used to propigate my biweekly science tidbits entitled:Dr. Carlson's Science TheaterIf you're curious, I am a High School Chemistry and Physics teacher in the Lafayette, IN area. The "Dr" in my title is not a medical doctor, but I did recieve a Ph.D. in Computational Biochemistry at Caltech in Pasadena, California.I hope you enjoy the videos and maybe even learn something in the process!Posted byDr. Matt J. Carlsonon12/21/2005 11:55:00 PM0comments Subscribe to:Posts (Atom)Dr. Carlson\

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▼ 2008 (5) ▼ May (1) Quantum Mechanics - Episode 35► April (1) Brainteaser 02 - A Straight Line► March (2) Brainteaser 01 - Rolling UphillThe Sweat Episode - Episode 34► February (1) Making Clouds - Episode 33► 2007 (19) ► November (2) Fluorescence - Episode 32Liquid Air - Episode 31► October (2) States of Matter - Episode 30Interview with a Scientist - Marc Caffee (Part 2)► September (2) Interview with a Scientist - Marc CaffeeCenter of Mass - Episode 29► August (2) Interview with a Scientist - Ken RitchieMirrors and Images - Episode 28► July (2) The Doppler Effect - Episode 27Waves - Episode 26► June (2) Interview with a Scientist - Erica CarlsonElectricity - Episode 25► May (2) Angular Momentum - Episode 24Eddy Currents - Episode 23► April (3) Interview Special Part 2 - Daniela BortolettoSpecial! - Interview with a Scientist - Daniela Bo...Shoot the Monkey - Episode 22► March (1) Motion in Two Dimensions - Episode 21► February (1) Pendulums - Episode 20► 2006 (21) ► December (1) Thermal Conduction - Episode 19► November (3) Buoyancy - Episode 18Can't see the videos?The Bernoulli Effect - Episode 17► October (1) Circular Motion - Episode 16► September (2) Fun with a Vacuum - Episode 15Inertia, Newton's First Law - Episode 14► August (3) The Return of Density - Episode 13Density - Episode 12Thermodynamics and Temperature - Episode 11► July (3) Welcome to 2006 AAPT visitorsConcentration and Reaction Rates - Episode 10Newton's Third Law - Episode 9► May (1) Special Edition - Orange Crush Chemistry► April (2) Packing Peanuts - Episode 8Free Fall - Episode 7► March (1) Freezing by Boiling - Episode 6► February (1) Temperature - Episode 5► January (3) Air Pressure - Episode 4Protein Folding - Episode 3Photons of Light - Episode 2► 2005 (2) ► December (2) Episode 1 - Mixing LightWelcome

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My PhotoDr. Matt J. CarlsonWearing many hats, I have a blog of short science videos entitled Dr. Carlson's Science Theater.I can be reached via email at: sciencetheater "at" gmail.com.I also contribute to a blog that focuses on boardgames: Gone Gaming and in yet another blog I post links to a boardgame column I write for GamerDad.com entitled GamerDad Unplugged.View my complete profile var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? 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