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Saving Bananas from Extinction, Advancements in Longevity Science, Ancient Coral Reveals Climate Secrets, and the Potential of Lucid Dreams

Scientists race against time to save bananas from disease outbreaks. The science of longevity is advancing, with bursts of aging and potential for delaying age-related diseases. A 600-year-old coral in Fiji reveals important secrets about the past climate. Efforts to tap into the real-life potential of lucid dreams are advancing, with implications for problem-solving, creativity, and skill improvement.Sources:https://www.earth.com/news/banana-apocalypse-can-science-save-our-favorite-fruit/https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/article/2024/aug/18/the-guardian-view-on-ageing-the-science-of-longevity-is-advancinghttps://www.sciencealert.com/this-600-year-old-coral-is-revealing-important-secrets-about-the-pasthttps://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/aug/18/linking-two-realms-efforts-to-tap-real-life-potential-of-lucid-dreams-advanceOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Can scientists save the banana from disease outbreaks?(00:03:20) The Guardian view on ageing: the science of longevity is advancing(00:06:31) This 600-Year-Old Coral Is Revealing Important Secrets About The Past(00:09:40) Linking two realms: efforts to tap real-life potential of lucid dreams advance

Chinese Scientists’ Lunar Launcher Plan, Rare Deep-Sea Oarfish Found, Ancient Screaming Mummy Unveiled

Chinese scientists propose a magnetic launcher on the moon for lunar resource extraction. A rare deep-sea oarfish is discovered off the coast of California. Researchers unveil new insights into a mysterious 2,500-year-old screaming mummy from ancient Egypt. Join us as we explore these captivating scientific discoveries and their implications.Sources:https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3274828/chinese-scientists-planning-rotating-launch-system-moonhttps://www.voanews.com/a/rare-deep-sea-oarfish-found-in-california-scientists-want-to-know-why-/7746755.htmlhttps://scitechdaily.com/why-did-she-scream-scientists-unveil-new-insights-into-mysterious-2500-year-old-screaming-mummy/https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3274828/chinese-scientists-planning-rotating-launch-system-moonOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Chinese scientists planning rotating launch system on the moon(00:03:08) Rare deep-sea oarfish found in California, scientists want to know why(00:06:21) Why Did She Scream? Scientists Unveil New Insights Into Mysterious 2,500-Year-Old Screaming Mummy(00:09:02) Chinese scientists planning rotating launch system on the moon

Unraveling the Mysteries of Earth’s Dynamics and Nitrogen Pollution

Scientists solve the long-standing mystery of rising continents and present an integrated modeling framework to evaluate ambitious nitrogen interventions. Plus, a groundbreaking discovery explains the rare post-COVID syndrome in children, and renowned isotope geochemist Andrea Giuliani joins Carnegie Science as a new Staff Scientist.Sources:https://scitechdaily.com/?p=404819https://www.eurekalert.org/multimedia/1038227https://www.livescience.com/health/viruses-infections-disease/scientists-finally-explain-mis-c-the-rare-post-covid-sydrome-seen-in-kidshttps://carnegiescience.edu/news/isotope-geochemist-andrea-giuliani-joins-carnegie-science-new-staff-scientistOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Scientists Solve Long-Standing Mystery of Rising Continents(00:04:09) An integrated modeling framework evaluates how ambitious nitrogen interventions can reduce ammonia and nitrogen emissions(00:06:15) Scientists finally explain MIS-C, the rare post-COVID sydrome seen in kids(00:08:40) Isotope geochemist Andrea Giuliani joins Carnegie Science as new Staff Scientist

Sounds of a Healthy Soil, Origin of Dinosaur-Killing Asteroid, Resilient Transistor, and Solar Mystery Solved

Hear the 'rave'-like sounds of a healthy soil and discover the hidden world beneath our feet. Scientists uncover the origin of the asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs. Researchers create the most resilient transistor ever, with implications for the future of computing. Johannes Kepler's 1607 sketches of sunspots solve a solar mystery. Join us as we delve into these fascinating scientific discoveries and explore their implications for our understanding of the natural world and technological advancements.Sources:https://www.popsci.com/environment/soil-sounds-biodiversity/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/asteroid-that-wiped-out-dinosaurs-scientists-discover-its-origin/articleshow/112555125.cmshttps://www.popularmechanics.com/science/a61820086/scientists-build-most-resilient-transistor/https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/15/science/kepler-sunspot-sketches-solar-minimum/index.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Hear the 'rave'-like sounds of a healthy soil(00:03:25) Asteroid that wiped out Dinosaurs: Scientists discover its origin(00:06:33) Scientists Made a Transistor That Survives 100 Billion Switches—the Most Resilient Device Ever(00:06:57) Johannes Kepler’s 1607 sketches of sunspots solve solar mystery

Ohio Implements Science of Reading in Classrooms, Equitable Clinical Trials with Health Systems Science, Rust Found on Asteroid Psyche, Fossil with Intact Brain and Guts Discovered

Ohio schools adopt the science of reading to improve literacy rates. Learn about the impact of health systems science on clinical trials. The James Webb telescope detects rust on the asteroid Psyche. Scientists uncover a 520-million-year-old fossil with intact brain and guts, revealing insights into ancient arthropods.Sources:https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/education/2024/08/14/ohio-schools-use-science-of-reading-in-2024/74783054007/https://www.clinicalleader.com/doc/creating-more-equitable-clinical-trials-with-health-systems-science-0001https://www.livescience.com/space/asteroids/asteroid-psyche-s-origin-story-may-be-more-complex-than-previously-thought-study-suggestshttps://www.popularmechanics.com/science/environment/a61793850/scientists-find-fossil-with-brains-and-guts-intact/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) The science of reading comes to Ohio classrooms. What's that? How can parents help?(00:03:17) Creating More Equitable Clinical Trials With Health Systems Science(00:06:18) James Webb telescope detects signs of rust on priceless, metal-rich asteroid Psyche(00:09:37) Scientists Found a 520-Million-Year-Old Miracle: a Fossil With Brains and Guts Intact

Cutting-edge Science Wing Opens at Sonoma Valley High, Computer Science Bill to Address Disparities

Sonoma Valley High School opens a state-of-the-art science wing. A computer science bill aims to address disparities in access. Plus, winning images showcase the intersection of science and art, and the science behind how a good workout can fix a lousy day.Sources:https://www.sonomanews.com/article/news/sonoma-valley-high-science-wing/https://edsource.org/2024/computer-science-bill-will-address-disparities-in-access-if-it-passes/717473https://newatlas.com/photography/art-meets-science-image-competition/https://www.indiatoday.in/lifestyle/wellness/story/can-a-good-workout-fix-a-lousy-day-what-science-says-2581508-2024-08-14Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Cutting-edge science wing opens at Sonoma Valley High(00:03:33) Computer science bill to address disparities in access(00:06:13) Winning images showcase intersection of science and art – and you can vote(00:09:28) Can a good workout fix a lousy day? What science says

Hidden Ocean on Mars, Earth’s Mantle Explored, Controversial Geoengineering Experiment, and T. rex Exhibit at St. Louis Science Center

New study suggests an ocean of water lies beneath Mars's surface. Scientists drill deeper into Earth's mantle, probing for the origin of life. A controversial experiment to artificially cool Earth was canceled. 'SUE: The T. rex Experience' exhibit on display at St. Louis Science Center.Sources:https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/13/new-study-suggests-ocean-of-water-lies-beneath-marss-surfacehttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/scientists-drill-deeper-into-earths-mantle-than-ever-before-probing-for-the-origin-of-life-on-earth-180984869/https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/12/24216232/harvard-solar-geoengineering-policy-analysis-sciencehttps://www.kfvs12.com/2024/08/12/sue-t-rex-experience-display-st-louis-science-center/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) New study suggests ocean of water lies beneath Mars’s surface(00:02:37) Scientists Drill Deeper Into Earth's Mantle Than Ever Before, Probing for the Origin of Life on Earth(00:06:20) A controversial experiment to artificially cool Earth was canceled — what we know about why(00:08:52) ‘SUE: The T. rex Experience’ on display at St. Louis Science Center

Surprising Intelligence of Horses, ’Smart’ Insulin for Diabetes, Demystifying ’Aphantasia’, and Mental Time Travel in Bats

Scientists reveal the surprising intelligence of horses and their strategic thinking abilities. A groundbreaking 'smart' insulin responds to changing blood sugar levels in real-time, revolutionizing diabetes treatment. Researchers are one step closer to demystifying 'aphantasia' and exploring the spectrum of internal experiences. Fruit bats demonstrate mental time travel, challenging assumptions about human uniqueness. Join us on Simply Science as we delve into these fascinating scientific breakthroughs and their implications for our understanding of animal intelligence, healthcare, and the human mind.Sources:https://www.yahoo.com/news/horses-smarter-think-scientists-074600014.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/aug/11/scientists-hail-smart-insulin-responds-changing-blood-sugar-levels-real-time-diabeteshttps://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2024/08/aphantasia-visual-imagination/679427/https://www.haaretz.com/science-and-health/2024-08-11/ty-article/fruit-bats-are-capable-of-mental-time-travel-israeli-scientists-discover/00000191-4141-d1fa-ad9d-67d716e10000Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Horses are smarter than you think, scientists say(00:02:54) Scientists hail ‘smart’ insulin that responds to changing blood sugar levels in real time(00:06:14) Scientists Are One Step Closer to Demystifying 'Aphantasia'(00:08:58) Fruit bats are capable of mental time travel, Israeli scientists discover

Proton Docs: The Privacy-Focused Alternative to Google Docs, Diving into Diversity in Marine Science

Should you switch to Proton Docs? Learn about the privacy-focused alternative to Google Docs. Also, explore the inspiring stories of women of color studying the science of sharks. Plus, scientists drill super deep into weird underwater structures and China's hi-tech scientists have their moment in the Beidaihe sun.Sources:https://www.popsci.com/diy/proton-docs-vs-google-docs/https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/video/diving-into-diversity-woman-of-color-studying-the-science-of-sharks/https://futurism.com/the-byte/scientists-drill-underwater-structureshttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3273933/chinas-hi-tech-scientists-have-moment-beidaihe-sun-political-elites-retreatOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Proton Docs vs Google Docs: Should you switch?(00:03:45) Diving into Diversity: Woman of color studying the science of sharks(00:05:53) Scientists Drill Super Deep Into Weird Underwater Structures(00:09:14) China’s hi-tech scientists have their moment in the Beidaihe sun

Scientists Propose ’Glitter’ Solution for Mars, New Harmony Science Academy Opens in Beaumont

Scientists propose a groundbreaking approach to warm up Mars using heat-trapping 'glitter'. Exciting news as the new Harmony Science Academy campus in Beaumont is set to open its doors. Plus, Oxford scientists develop a light-absorbing material that can turn everyday objects into solar panels. Also, a study reveals how fast antibiotic resistance can evolve, highlighting the urgency of finding solutions.Sources:https://www.nbcnews.com/science/space/mars-scientists-propose-warming-using-heat-trapping-glitter-rcna165952https://www.12newsnow.com/article/news/local/as-seen-on-tv/new-harmony-science-academy-campus-in-beaumont-set-to-open-its-doors-tuesday/502-bf20f210-d3a2-4eca-9043-de292bc978a8https://www.engadget.com/science/oxford-scientists-new-light-absorbing-material-can-turn-everyday-objects-into-solar-panels-200410760.htmlhttps://www.livescience.com/health/viruses-infections-disease/how-fast-can-antibiotic-resistance-evolveOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Scientists propose warming up Mars by using heat-trapping 'glitter'(00:03:22) New Harmony Science Academy campus in Beaumont set to open its doors Tuesday(00:06:00) Oxford scientists' new light-absorbing material can turn everyday objects into solar panels(00:08:19) How fast can antibiotic resistance evolve?