Kate Bright, founder of Umbra International, champions female bodyguards and modern security. She aims to change perceptions and encourage more individuals to enter the industry, placing elite

Kate Bright, founder of Umbra International, champions female bodyguards and modern security. She aims to change perceptions and encourage more individuals to enter the industry, placing elite female security professionals globally.

Beyond Umbra, Kate is a passionate advocate for Veteran transition into civilian life. She serves on the committee for 'Supporting Wounded Veterans' and is a Veteran aid ambassador.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Handwashing effectively combats coronavirus through a two-pronged attack. The virus possesses a weak outer membrane, which proper handwashing technique, especially with soap, breaks apart. Soap's

Handwashing effectively combats coronavirus through a two-pronged attack. The virus possesses a weak outer membrane, which proper handwashing technique, especially with soap, breaks apart. Soap's unique hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties allow it to grab onto the virus and then be rinsed away by water, removing the virus from your hands. Washing for at least 20 seconds is crucial for this process.

Dr. Kate Biberdorf, a scientist and professor at the University of Texas, explains this mechanism. Known for her engaging approach to science, Dr. Biberdorf is also the author of *Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments*, available here.

Kate received a prestigious Brower Youth Award.

She earned this recognition for establishing an alternative space dedicated to environmental media.

This initiative was realized

Kate received a prestigious Brower Youth Award.

She earned this recognition for establishing an alternative space dedicated to environmental media.

This initiative was realized through LOAM, a student-run arts collective.

Actress Kate Mara ("House of Cards") is partnering with Oceana, driven by her passion for oceans and wildlife. Together, they aim to remove drift gillnets from the water.

These nets

Actress Kate Mara ("House of Cards") is partnering with Oceana, driven by her passion for oceans and wildlife. Together, they aim to remove drift gillnets from the water.

These nets indiscriminately entangle and kill thousands of non-targeted marine animals annually, including whales, dolphins, and sea turtles. Watch Kate's powerful call to action against this destructive practice.

Join Kate and Oceana to protect our oceans: http://goo.gl/lPBdvB