They can help us conquer space, cure disease and, according to this Wonderbra commercial, can even turn attractive, blonde scientist girls into strippers – all thanks to the ’science of sexy’ or something. Which we’re sure you’ll agree is exactly what science grants should be spent on.

At least, we think that is what it is supposed to mean. To be honest, we were slightly distracted by the sight of Dita von Teese prancing around in her underwear.