Episodios

  • Scientists Emerge from Mars Simulation, China’s First Coffee Science Major

    Scientists Emerge from Mars Simulation, China’s First Coffee Science Major
    Jul 7 2024
    Scientists re-emerge after a year in a Mars simulation project. Yunnan Agricultural University introduces China's first undergraduate degree in coffee science and engineering. Plus, NASA spots unexpected X-shaped structures in Earth's upper atmosphere, and how fishing in spider holes is helping save a rare lizard from extinction. Sources: https://www.dw.com/en/scientists-re-emerge-after-a-year-in-mars-simulation-project/a-69585838 https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3269250/university-china-brews-caffeine-hit-countrys-first-coffee-science-major https://www.livescience.com/space/the-sun/nasa-spots-unexpected-x-shaped-structures-in-earths-upper-atmosphere-and-scientists-are-struggling-to-explain-them https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2024-07-07/pygmy-blue-tongue-lizards-translocation-extinction/103972344 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Scientists re-emerge after a year in Mars simulation project (00:03:20) University brews up caffeine hit with China’s first coffee science major (00:06:18) NASA spots unexpected X-shaped structures in Earth's upper atmosphere — and scientists are struggling to explain them (00:09:24) How fishing in a paddock of spider holes is helping save a rare lizard from extinction
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  • Advancements in Optical Tweezers, Iconic Science Dome Goes Green

    Advancements in Optical Tweezers, Iconic Science Dome Goes Green
    Jul 6 2024
    Scientists develop a new technique for bespoke optical tweezers. Science World Dome in Vancouver receives $30 million for critical upgrades. Plus, AI training simplified with essential mathematics explained. Scientists visualize magnetic fields at atomic scale with holography electron microscope. Sources: https://news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-environment-science-and-economy/physics-and-astronomy/scientists-develop-new-technique-for-bespoke-optical-tweezers/ https://techcouver.com/2024/07/05/science-world-green-million-government-critical-upgrades/ https://towardsdatascience.com/ai-training-simplified-the-essential-mathematics-explained-3a94ebeb4a3e https://phys.org/news/2024-07-scientists-visualize-magnetic-fields-atomic.html Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) Scientists develop new technique for bespoke optical tweezers (00:03:43) Iconic Science World Dome Going Green with $30 Million from Government for 'Critical Upgrades' (00:07:29) AI Training Simplified: The Essential Mathematics Explained (00:10:08) Scientists visualize magnetic fields at atomic scale with holography electron microscope
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  • Groundbreaking Research on Gut Bacteria and Dark Matter Breakthrough

    Groundbreaking Research on Gut Bacteria and Dark Matter Breakthrough
    Jul 5 2024
    Innovative study on gut bacteria and T cells wins NOSTER & Science Microbiome Prize. Scientists tap into 2 new quantum methods to catch dark matter suspects. Former students share memories of the Ontario Science Centre's school. Embark on a journey to see how science and nature define our future. Sources: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240704/Innovative-study-on-gut-bacteria-and-t-cells-wins-NOSTER-Science-Microbiome-Prize.aspx https://www.space.com/dark-matter-experiments-axions-quest-dmc-qshs https://globalnews.ca/news/10603848/former-students-share-memorie-ontario-science-centre-school/ https://www.wlrn.org/television/2024-07-04/embark-on-a-journey-to-see-how-science-and-nature-define-our-future Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Innovative study on gut bacteria and t cells wins NOSTER & Science Microbiome Prize (00:03:11) Scientists tap into 2 new quantum methods to catch dark matter suspects (00:06:08) Former students share memories of the Ontario Science Centre’s school (00:09:16) Embark on a Journey to See How Science and Nature Define our Future
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  • Male Fertility Crisis, Embryo Formation Breakthrough, ’Minibrains’ from Multiple People’s Cells

    Male Fertility Crisis, Embryo Formation Breakthrough, ’Minibrains’ from Multiple People’s Cells
    Jul 4 2024
    Is male fertility really in crisis? Scientists capture the first real-time video of an embryo forming. Plus, scientists grow the 1st-ever 'minibrains' from multiple people's cells. Also, the discovery of a salamander-like predator that existed before the dinosaurs. Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/jul/04/spermageddon-is-male-fertility-really-in-crisis-podcast https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-13597049/embryo-forming-growing-real-time-video.html https://www.livescience.com/health/neuroscience/scientists-just-grew-the-1st-ever-minibrains-from-multiple-peoples-cells https://www.pbs.org/newshour/science/scientists-identify-salamanderlike-predator-that-existed-before-the-dinosaurs Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) ‘Spermageddon’: is male fertility really in crisis? (00:03:43) Scientists capture the first real-time video of an new embryo forming (00:07:27) Scientists just grew the 1st-ever 'minibrains' from multiple people's cells (00:10:50) Scientists identify salamanderlike predator that existed before the dinosaurs
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  • Science-Backed Strategies to Stop Your Cat from Scratching Furniture

    Science-Backed Strategies to Stop Your Cat from Scratching Furniture
    Jul 3 2024
    Discover the latest research on cat scratching behavior and learn science-backed strategies to protect your furniture. Plus, Barrington James announces a strategic acquisition of S3 Science Recruitment. Sources: https://arstechnica.com/science/2024/07/cant-stop-your-cat-from-scratching-the-furniture-science-has-some-tips/ https://gizmodo.com/stop-cat-scratching-furniture-science-backed-strategies-1851572515 https://phys.org/news/2024-07-scientists-strategies-cats-furniture.html https://www.wvnews.com/news/around_the_web/partners/pr_newswire/industry/pharmaceuticals/barrington-james-announces-strategic-acquisition-of-s3-science-recruitment/article_e7146ca9-8afa-52f1-baec-9fb91dfcff96.html Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Can’t stop your cat from scratching the furniture? Science has some tips (00:03:00) Stop Your Cat From Scratching Furniture With These Science-Backed Strategies (00:05:00) Scientists pinpoint strategies that could stop cats from scratching your furniture (00:07:06) Barrington James Announces Strategic Acquisition of S3 Science Recruitment
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  • Stingray Strikes and Marine Biology, Caroline Lucas on Green Politics, Top Quark Discovery, Far-Right Threat to Science

    Stingray Strikes and Marine Biology, Caroline Lucas on Green Politics, Top Quark Discovery, Far-Right Threat to Science
    Jul 2 2024
    Discover the fascinating world of stingrays and their defensive behavior. Caroline Lucas reflects on her 14-year journey as the only Green MP. Scientists make a groundbreaking discovery about the top quark. French academics warn about the far-right's threat to science. Join us as we explore these captivating stories in marine biology, politics, particle physics, and the future of scientific research. Sources: https://undark.org/2024/07/02/step-forward-stingray-science/ https://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/jul/02/caroline-lucas-on-politics-science-and-14-years-as-the-only-green-mp-podcast https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/top-quark-mass-update-lhc-higgs-boson-quantum-tunnel-universe/article68353005.ece https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/science-risk-far-right-nears-power-french-academics-warn Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:38) A Step Forward in Stingray Science (00:03:24) Caroline Lucas on politics, science and 14 years as the only Green MP (00:06:32) Why are scientists looking for the Higgs boson’s closest friend? (00:08:53) Science at risk as far right nears power, French academics warn
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  • China’s Lab-Grown Meat Breakthrough, Student Teams Triumph at Science Olympiad

    China’s Lab-Grown Meat Breakthrough, Student Teams Triumph at Science Olympiad
    Jul 1 2024
    China's food scientists combine pork, chicken with rice in lab-grown meat advance. Monta Vista High and Kennedy Middle School teams take top honors at the Science Olympiad National Tournament. Plus, the science and security of exit polls during elections. Also, Earth's inner core has been slowing down since 2010, say scientists. Sources: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3268458/china-food-scientists-combine-pork-chicken-rice-lab-grown-meat-advance https://www.mercurynews.com/2024/06/30/monta-vista-high-and-kennedy-middle-school-teams-take-top-science-tournament-honors/ https://news.sky.com/story/secret-bunker-and-17-000-interviews-the-science-and-security-of-the-exit-poll-13161643 https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiecartereurope/2024/06/29/earths-inner-core-has-been-slowing-down-since-2010-say-scientists/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:46) China food scientists combine pork, chicken with rice in lab-grown meat advance (00:03:02) Monta Vista High and Kennedy Middle School teams take top science tournament honors (00:05:33) Secret 'bunker' and 17,000 interviews: The science and security of the exit poll (00:08:00) Earth’s Inner Core Has Been Slowing Down Since 2010, Say Scientists
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  • Changing Shape of Solar System, New Insights into Color Perception, and Uncovering the History of Eugenics

    Changing Shape of Solar System, New Insights into Color Perception, and Uncovering the History of Eugenics
    Jun 30 2024
    Scientists discover the dramatic change in the shape of our Solar System's early formation. Groundbreaking research challenges our understanding of color perception. A new book uncovers the uncomfortable history of eugenics. Plus, explore the science behind July 4 fireworks displays. Sources: https://www.sciencealert.com/the-shape-of-the-solar-system-has-changed-dramatically-scientists-say https://www.psypost.org/scientists-identify-mysterious-retinal-cells-that-could-alter-our-understanding-of-color-perception/ https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/jun/30/great-science-uncomfortable-history-sir-gustav-nossal-and-the-long-tail-of-eugenics-ntwnfb https://www.wdtn.com/news/science/the-science-behind-july-4-fireworks-displays/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:45) The Shape of The Solar System Has Changed Dramatically, Scientists Say (00:03:46) Scientists identify mysterious retinal cells that could alter our understanding of color perception (00:06:16) Great science, uncomfortable history: Sir Gustav Nossal and the long tail of eugenics (00:09:30) The science behind July 4 fireworks displays
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