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Teresa Carey is an award-winning filmmaker, journalist, and producer whose sea-going adventures — from solo ocean voyages to scientific expeditions — spark wonder and champion conservation through the power of story.

Planet Earth

The fleet of underwater drones probing Earth’s interior

The Earth’s interior may be the last wild frontier, but not for long. These underwater drones are scanning the ocean to create a 3D model of its internal dynamics.

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Healthcare

The first universal flu vaccine could be coming soon

After flu season, vaccines are outdated and researchers must predict next year’s virus. But soon, we may have a universal flu vaccine that doesn't expire.

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Climate Crisis

Tree-planting drones restore charred forests

This Seattle startup is bringing new life to charred forests by releasing swarms of smart, tree-planting drones equipped with seeds, mini seedbeds, and cameras.

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Startups

Powering the most remote areas on earth

With off-grid solar power systems, this company is building sustainable communities in remote areas, providing a source of renewable energy and clean water.

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Startups

Conversations with refugees

Aline Sara is changing the conversation around what it means to be a refugee by talking — literally. Through her...

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Healthcare

We may have found a drug to curb meth addiction

Meth addiction is on the rise, so this team of researchers is working to develop the first FDA-approved medication to treat the use disorder.

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Startups

Rock climbers help refugees in america

This nonprofit is teaching refugees in America how to rock climb - helping displaced children better face new challenges and transition to life in the U.S.

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Nature is good for you. What about VR nature?

Nature has the power to reduce stress and enhance our moods. Can VR nature experiences be a substitute for physically spending time in the outdoors?

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Sustainability

The fight to end illegal logging

Citizen scientists are collecting tree samples to build a genetic database that will help identify the origins of stolen lumber and stop illegal logging.

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Inventions

Robot bees could one day save your life

For the first time, a microbot powered by soft actuators has achieved controlled flight.

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