Soap films were a favorite tool of 18th century mathematicians, and Frenchman Jean Meusnier used them in 1776 to prove a fundamental example in geometric optimization: An ordinary two-dimensional plane can be twisted infinitely into a helical shape called a ‘minimal surface’ that has the delicate balance of a soap film. In new research published online by the journal PNAS, mathematicians offer the first proof since Meusnier’s for a new type of ‘minimal surface.’
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A new Columbia University Medical Center study demonstrates the safety and efficacy of two low-tech diagnostic tools to significantly reduce the prevalence of cervical cancer precursor lesions. Cervical cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in women in many developing countries. Designed as rapid screen-and-treat methods that could be done the same day, the protocols could finally make prevention of cervical cancer a viable option for all women in any setting around the world.
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Researchers at Duke’s Pratt School of Engineering have developed a new way to measure microbes’ exposure to ultraviolet light. The tool could bolster efforts to use UV light to improve the quality and safety of tap water in the US.
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A new type of immunotherapy in which dendritic cells are tricked into action against cancer when they are exposed to harmless pieces of viruses and bacteria is described in the November issue of Cancer Research. In the study, University of Pittsburgh researchers describe the creation of an animal model of an immunotherapy approach that, first used in cancer patients, uses a patient’s own tumor cells to stimulate anti-tumor immunity.
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Costumes for people, pets and iPods. Plus: IPod smashing video not very smashing. From Leander Kahney’s Cult of Mac blog.
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Get rid of your desktop: Chip PC’s Jack-PC is a thin client that fits into a standard Ethernet wall box, freeing up office space and putting sysadmins firmly in control. Plus: Catch some stellar views of Mars with the fabulous $1,000 Orion XT12 IntelliScope. From the Wired News blog Gear Factor.
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Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender drivers are more likely than heterosexuals to go hybrid, according to a recent survey. Plus: Ford and Microsoft create a customized F-250 truck equipped with a computer enabling contractors to do office work on the go.
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Posted by Eva Ho, Product Marketing Manager

You may have seen this funny bit on Google Video, or this one. But hey, we’re not only about funny. We’ve just added a ton more work from sources you might already know, including the list below. (To join this prestigious roster, add your own video through our Upload Program.)

Also starting today, check out new work presented each week by theme on the Google Video Blog - and remember to add the feed from this blog to your Google Reader. Finally, special thanks to all those who provided their work to help make Google Video one of the largest archives of videos on the Web.

The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences

Bikemag - Published by Primedia, one of the leading media companies publishing over 120 consumer magazines

The Hippy Gourmet - Bruce Brennan provides wholesome ingredients and earth-laden consciousness to meals

Campus Movie Fest - Maybe the best way to challenge our nation’s top college students is to arm them with cameras and laptops, and ask them to share their life stories

KQED - Community-supported public broadcaster KQED provides Northern California with content that makes people think

UNICEF - Since 1946, UNICEF has worked with over 157 countries around the world to secure children’s rights around the globe

Metropole Filmworx - A documentary film company aiming to record real voices of U.S. soldiers in Iraq

The Photography Channel - The inside story from some of the nation’s top photographers

Witness.org - Explore human rights issues through moving pictures

Insight News TV- Click through news features from around the globe affecting real people

Altrec.com - An online commerce site dedicated to the outdoors

Patagonia - Innovative design for outdoor adventure

Petzl - Feel secure as you climb the world’s highest peaks

UC Berkeley - Webcasts from UC Berkeley’s Educational Technology Services

National Science Foundation - NSF helps promote scientific discoveries and technological advancements through rigorous research and development

howstuffworks - Demystifies the questions of everyday life

FastFocus - Produces “short form” programming for more than 100 public television stations, from music, health, cooking, to sports, business, and travel

OR-live.com - Get a bird’s-eye view in the operating room through this new live surgery portal

BlankTV - Mosh online with a large repertoire of punk rock videos

K2 Communications - Specializes in media programming for large-format and digital theaters

ITU - The official international governing body for the Olympic sport of Triathlon

World Affairs Council - Bringing together the top leaders in business, politics, academics, and journalism

Army & Air Force News Service - Highlighting Army and Air Force troops from the front lines

NYCTV - Familiarize yourself with the four corners of New York City

Filmbaby - Puts money back into filmmakers’ hands by contributing 80% of the purchase into their pockets

Asia Movie Channel - Expand your film horizons with movies from across the globe

Artisan News Service - Timely music news service keeping you “in” with what’s in

Computer History Museum - Celebrate tech history through the years

MOAN.tv - How do diehard fans of “The Daily Show” pay homage?

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Steve Case resigns from Time Warner board of directors…. Samsung launches a rival to Apple’s iTunes…. Another wireless music download service, this one from Sprint Nextel.
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