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7 hours ago
7 hours ago
Explore the latest scientific revelations as we delve into the changing nature of dark energy, a potential breakthrough in Alzheimer's treatment with lecanemab, and the world's most advanced hypergravity facility in China. Plus, discover how clams are inspiring new fiber optic technologies. Join us for a journey through groundbreaking research and its implications for our understanding of the universe, medicine, and technology.Sources:https://www.yahoo.com/news/dark-energy-pushing-universe-apart-010100403.htmlhttps://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/science/20241119-the-fight-against-alzheimer-s-disease-how-effective-and-safe-is-lecanemabhttps://newatlas.com/science/chief-hypergravity-facility-most-powerful/https://www.sciencenews.org/article/clam-fiber-optics-symbiotic-algaeOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) The dark energy pushing our universe apart may not be what it seems, scientists say(00:03:14) Science - The fight against Alzheimer’s disease: How effective and safe is lecanemab?(00:06:33) World's most advanced hypergravity facility is now open for business(00:09:36) Clams use fiber optics to channel sunlight to symbiotic algae
2 days ago
2 days ago
Explore the discovery of massive 'red monster' galaxies in the early universe, challenging our understanding of cosmic evolution. Dive into the revolutionary work of FutureHouse, where AI is transforming into 'full stack' scientists, potentially accelerating breakthroughs in various fields. Plus, learn about solar-powered hamster cells and the groundbreaking concept of 'body memory' beyond the brain. Join us as we uncover these cutting-edge scientific advancements reshaping our world.Sources:https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-discover-monster-galaxies-lurking-in-the-early-universehttps://www.freethink.com/artificial-intelligence/ai-scientisthttps://www.popsci.com/science/hamster-plant-cell/https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/health/a62911204/body-memory/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Scientists Discover Monster Galaxies Lurking in The Early Universe(00:03:30) Can we automate science? Sam Rodriques is already doing it.(00:06:42) Bioengineers made mutant, solar-powered hamster cells(00:10:10) Scientists Just Discovered That Some Memories Don't Live in Our Brains
3 days ago
3 days ago
Explore the latest stunning images of Jupiter captured by NASA's Juno spacecraft, showcasing the collaborative efforts of citizen scientists. Discover Earth's newly confirmed temporary mini-moon, Asteroid 2024 PT5, and its implications for space exploration. Plus, delve into the unprecedented movement of the magnetic North Pole towards Russia and its impact on navigation systems. Join us as we unravel these cosmic mysteries and their significance for our understanding of the universe.Sources:https://www.popsci.com/science/jupiter-stuns-in-new-images/https://dailygalaxy.com/2024/11/earths-second-moon-confirmed-scientists-discover-new-natural-satellite-orbiting-our-planet/https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/magnetic-north-pole-russia-geology-b2648342.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2024/11/16/science/the-only-visit-to-uranus-happened-during-a-rare-cosmic-occurrance/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Jupiter stuns in new images(00:03:30) Earth's second moon confirmed : Scientists discover new natural satellite orbiting our planet(00:05:51) Magnetic North Pole moves closer to Russia in a way scientists have never seen before(00:08:55) NASA’s only visit to Uranus happened during a rare cosmic occurrence
4 days ago
4 days ago
Explore the groundbreaking discovery of light casting shadows, a phenomenon that challenges our understanding of optics, and delve into the mysterious radio signals from space that are baffling scientists. Plus, learn how Mind Trekkers is making science fun for students and the implications of the magnetic North Pole's shift towards Russia. Join us as we uncover these intriguing scientific stories that could reshape our technological and cosmic perspectives.Sources:https://futurism.com/the-byte/laser-light-cast-shadowhttps://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2024/11/17/mind-trekkers-makes-science-fun-students-houghton-area/https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/magnetic-north-pole-russia-geology-b2648342.htmlhttps://dailygalaxy.com/2024/11/mysterious-hourly-radio-signal-space-baffles-scientists-challenging-current-astrophysical-theories/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Scientists Intrigued by Discovery of Light That Can Cast a Shadow(00:03:29) Mind Trekkers makes science fun for students in Houghton area(00:06:12) Magnetic North Pole moves closer to Russia in a way scientists have never seen before(00:08:45) Mysterious hourly radio signal from space baffles scientists, challenging current astrophysical theories
5 days ago
5 days ago
Explore how AI is revolutionizing data science, making it more accessible and efficient, and delve into the first-ever study of a 35,000-year-old saber-toothed cat mummy. Plus, discover China's sweet tomato innovation, AI robot lifeguards, and the role of biofluorescence in nature. Join us as we uncover the latest in science and technology, offering insights into the future of work and the mysteries of our planet's past.Sources:https://www.zdnet.com/article/ai-could-alter-data-science-as-we-know-it-heres-why/https://www.nbcnews.com/science/science-news/35000-year-old-frozen-saber-toothed-cat-mummy-studied-first-time-ever-rcna180339https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3286848/chinas-genetically-modified-sweet-tomatoes-ai-robot-lifeguards-5-top-science-storieshttps://www.iflscience.com/15-species-that-glow-under-uv-light-identified-and-you-could-help-scientists-find-more-76799Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) AI could alter data science as we know it(00:03:35) 35,000-year-old frozen saber-toothed cat mummy studied for first time ever(00:06:35) Recap | China’s genetically modified sweet tomatoes, AI robot lifeguards: 5 top science stories(00:08:46) 15 Species That Glow Under UV Light Identified, And You Could Help Scientists Find More
6 days ago
6 days ago
Explore groundbreaking advancements in science and technology as we delve into a comprehensive plan to eliminate plastic pollution by 2050, the extended mission of NASA's EMIT for climate change insights, and a revolutionary forensic tool for drug identification. Plus, uncover the historical impact of the Samuel George Morton Cranial Collection on race relations. Join us for a deep dive into these pivotal stories shaping our world and future.Sources:https://news.ucsb.edu/2024/021690/new-study-science-maps-out-comprehensive-plan-eliminate-plastic-pollution-2050https://phys.org/news/2024-11-emit-mission-explore-diverse-earth.htmlhttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2024/11/14/wvu-forensic-science-research-responds-to-dea-need-for-faster-better-identification-of-drugs-like-fentanylhttps://theconversation.com/hundreds-of-19th-century-skulls-collected-in-the-name-of-medical-science-tell-a-story-of-who-mattered-and-who-didnt-240607Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) A new study in Science maps out a comprehensive plan to eliminate plastic pollution by 2050(00:04:14) Extended EMIT mission will explore diverse Earth science questions(00:07:27) WVU forensic science research responds to DEA need for faster, better identification of drugs like fentanyl(00:10:34) Hundreds of 19th-century skulls collected in the name of medical science tell a story of who mattered and who didn’t
7 days ago
7 days ago
Explore the latest in scientific advancements as researchers push the boundaries of Schrödinger’s Cat paradox, achieving unprecedented quantum superposition. Discover the newly found bioluminescent sea slug that hunts like a Venus fly trap, shedding light on deep-sea mysteries. Plus, delve into the science-backed secrets of happiness and the challenges of translating climate science for global understanding. Join us for a journey through groundbreaking discoveries and their implications for the future.Sources:https://www.wired.com/story/scientists-have-pushed-the-schrodingers-cat-paradox-to-new-limits/https://nypost.com/2024/11/13/science/mysterious-glowing-sea-slug-discovered-that-eats-like-venus-fly-trap-scientists/https://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/nov/14/secrets-of-happiness-the-happiness-hacks-backed-up-by-science-podcasthttps://theconversation.com/climate-science-is-getting-lost-in-translation-241821Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Scientists Have Pushed the Schrödinger’s Cat Paradox to New Limits(00:04:00) Mysterious glowing sea slug discovered that eats like Venus fly trap:...(00:07:03) Secrets of happiness: the happiness hacks backed up by science(00:09:58) Climate science is getting lost in translation
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Explore the discovery of a more virulent form of sudden oak death in California, thanks to citizen scientists, and its implications for forest health. Delve into the potential collapse of a key Atlantic current, as scientists warn of dire climate tipping points. Plus, uncover the secrets of the world's smelliest plant, the corpse flower, and learn about the science behind albedo and radiational cooling. This episode offers a deep dive into environmental challenges and the fascinating science behind them.Sources:https://news.berkeley.edu/2024/11/12/citizen-scientists-discover-new-more-virulent-form-of-sudden-oak-death-in-bay-area/https://www.newsweek.com/corpse-flower-genetic-analysis-temperature-chemicals-smell-1984547https://www.koaa.com/weather/weather-science/albedo-radiational-cooling-the-science-behind-the-cooler-temperatureshttps://www.nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/atlantic-current-collapse-ice-melt-report-climate-change-rcna179649Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Citizen scientists discover new, more virulent form of sudden oak death in Bay Area(00:03:50) Corpse flower: Scientists reveal the secrets of the world's smelliest plant(00:06:45) Albedo & Radiational Cooling: The Science Behind the Cooler Temperatures(00:09:06) Scientists warn that a key Atlantic current could collapse, among other climate tipping points
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Tuesday Nov 12, 2024
Explore the urgent warnings from scientists about the potential collapse of a key Atlantic current and other climate tipping points. Discover the groundbreaking observation of a kilonova explosion, revealing the birth of heavy atoms and the smallest black hole ever seen. Dive into China's record-setting space experiment with zebrafish, advancing human space habitation, and uncover the magnetic mysteries of Uranus that could reshape our understanding of the solar system. Join us for a journey through the latest scientific revelations and their profound implications for our planet and beyond.Sources:https://www.nbcnews.com/science/climate-change/atlantic-current-collapse-ice-melt-report-climate-change-rcna179649https://www.popularmechanics.com/space/a62855078/scientists-watch-birth-of-heavy-atoms/https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3286180/chinas-fish-out-water-net-longevity-record-help-advance-human-space-habitationhttps://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/scientists-magnetic-misunderstanding-uranus-voyager-2-plasma/article68858139.eceOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Scientists warn that a key Atlantic current could collapse, among other climate tipping points(00:03:33) For the First Time Ever, Scientists Have Witnessed the Birth of a Heavy Atom(00:06:26) China’s record-setting zebrafish tip the scales for human space habitation(00:09:32) Scientists uncover a magnetic misunderstanding about Uranus
Monday Nov 11, 2024
Monday Nov 11, 2024
Explore the groundbreaking achievements of female scientists recognized by the 2024 L’Oréal-Unesco fellowships, tackling global challenges from antimicrobial resistance to climate change. Dive into the discovery of a massive water mass in the Atlantic Ocean, reshaping our understanding of oceanic processes. Plus, unravel the mystery of neuron function and its implications for complex systems, and delve into the latest insights on nuclear fission. This episode celebrates scientific innovation and the push for gender equality in STEMM fields.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/l-or-al-groupe-women-in-science/2024/nov/11/the-world-needs-science-and-science-needs-more-women-fasthttps://www.indy100.com/science-tech/scientist-discover-atlantic-water-mass-2669738935https://www.sciencealert.com/the-mystery-of-how-neurons-control-the-brain-has-finally-been-solvedhttps://www.earth.com/news/nuclear-fission-what-exactly-happens-when-the-nucleus-of-an-atom-splits-in-two/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) The world needs science and science needs more women(00:04:06) Scientists discover giant missing blob of water in the middle of the Atlantic(00:06:46) The Mystery of How Neurons Control The Brain Has Finally Been Solved(00:09:26) What exactly happens when the nucleus of an atom splits in two?
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