Video on the science behind Canada's athletes

Learn how scientists in NRC's labs and wind tunnels are supporting Canada's athletes in their quest for gold at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

To learn more about NRC's work with Canadian athletes, visit Dimensions.

Video length: 3:00 min
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Title: NRC is proud to support the Vancouver 2010 Olympics and Paralympics

Description: Aerial image of the City of Vancouver.

Title: Science supports Canada's athletes

Description: Luge pilot at the starting gate.

Title: More speed

Description: Snowboarder perfects his style in the NRC wind tunnel.

Title: Less drag

Description: NRC scientists test Team Canada's 2010 speed skating suit on a life-sized mannequin of an athlete.

Title: Faster suits

Description: Scientists adjust ski suit design.

Title: Better equipment

Description: Fine-tuning paralympic ski equipment.

Title: Aerodynamic body positions

Description: Two-man luge and skelton athletes testing in the NRC wind tunnel as researchers analyze their aerodynamic body positions.

Title: A winning performance

Description: A cross-country skier watches herself on a floor screen and adjusts her body positioning.

Title: NRC congratulates Canada's athletes

Description: Canadian speed skater winning gold medal.

NRC thanks "Own the Podium 2010" for a winning partnership.