120 Seconds of Science with Doc Ryan

Below are the first seven installments of the “120 Seconds of Science with Doc Ryan” video series. These videos are designed to offer teachers quick, engaging tools for introducing climate science topics to their students.

About Doc Ryan Ryan Vachon, Ph.D., (aka Doc Ryan) received his doctorate in geology and climate from the University of Colorado at Boulder. His studies emphasize developing tools to reconstruct past climate conditions, from times long before human documentation. To understand how the past worked can give us an idea of how the future will function. His passions for science evolved from a personal need for awareness to make wise decisions. Recognizing the necessity and deep challenges involved in conveying complex science to the public Ryan developed an expertise in video and multimedia communication. Learning and science are endeavors of growth, which happen most effectively when communities gain holistic perspectives. 21st century lives must make room for informed growth but this stems from potent engagement, empowerment and provocative perspectives, a underlying mission on Ryan's plate.

Doc Ryan, who holds a doctorate degree in geology and climate from CU-Boulder, is available for

school assemblies, classroom presentations and Q & A Skype sessions with science students –

during which he brings STEM learning to life. One of his signature presentations, “Spinning

Mountains,” is based on research conducted at the Niwot Ridge Long-Term Ecological Research

station and seeks to inspire curiosity about Colorado’s water resources among middle and high

school students.

120 Seconds of Science with Doc Ryan

What is the Difference Between Weather and Climate?

How Do Greenhouse Gases Work?

Are Humans Influencing Modern Climate?

How Much Difference do a Few Degrees Make?

What is the Ice Albedo Feedback?

How Does Nature Try to Balance Carbon Dioxide?

What is an Indicator Species?