Cosmic Revelations and Quantum Mysteries: Unveiling the Universe’s Secrets

Join us as we explore the latest cosmic discoveries, from stars orbiting our galaxy's supermassive black hole to the groundbreaking observation of 'negative time' in quantum experiments. Dive into the hidden ecosystems beneath Antarctica's ice and uncover the potential for life on other worlds. Plus, learn about a new role for the enzyme ALAS1 that could revolutionize RNA therapies. This episode is a journey through the mysteries of the universe and the cutting-edge science shaping our understanding of life and time.

Sources:
https://www.livescience.com/space/black-holes/scientists-discover-2-stars-orbiting-our-galaxys-supermassive-black-hole-in-lockstep-and-they-could-point-to-a-type-of-planet-never-seen-before
https://www.voanews.com/a/scientists-observe-negative-time-in-quantum-experiments/7909397.html
https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/antarctica/scientists-peered-beneath-a-frozen-antarctic-lake-and-uncovered-a-never-before-seen-ecosystem
https://phys.org/news/2024-12-secret-life-alas1-basic-science.html

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:46) Scientists discover 2 stars orbiting our galaxy's supermassive black hole in lockstep — and they could point to a type of planet never seen before
(00:03:53) Scientists observe 'negative time' in quantum experiments
(00:07:14) Scientists peered into a secret Antarctic lake hidden beneath the ice — and uncovered a never-before-seen ecosystem
(00:10:08) The secret life of ALAS1: Basic science discovery could the pave way for better small interfering RNA therapies