A science award that makes you laugh, then think

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OCTOBER 24, 2014 TODAY’S TED TALK Marc Abrahams: A science award that makes you laugh, then think 13:12 minutes · TEDMED 2014 As founder of the Ig Nobel awards, Marc Abrahams explores the world’s most improbable research. In this thought-provoking (and occasionally side-splitting) talk, he tells stories of truly weird science -- and makes the case that silliness is critical to boosting public interest in science. Watch now » PLAYLIST OF THE DAY Our brains: predictably irrational The 3 pounds of jelly in our skulls allow us to reflect on our own consciousness -- and to make counterintuitive, irrational decisions. These talks explore why. Watch » 12 talks · Total run time 3:19:39