Episodes
Monday May 27, 2024
Monday May 27, 2024
Chinese researchers successfully cure a patient's diabetes using cell therapy. Spitzer gives scientists insights into the eating habits of black holes. Plus, research puts a dollar figure on climate savings from electric school buses. Also, the James Webb Space Telescope revolutionizes our understanding of the universe.Sources:https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/science/breakthrough-in-diabetes-treatment-chinese-researchers-successfully-cure-patient/articleshow/110452154.cmshttps://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2024/05/black-hole-eating-habits/https://www.washingtonpost.com/science/2024/05/26/electric-school-bus-health-climate/https://science.nasa.gov/mission/webb/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) 'Breakthrough in diabetes treatment: Chinese researchers successfully cure patient'(00:04:10) Spitzer gives scientists insights into black hole eating habits(00:04:40) Research puts dollar figure on climate savings from electric school buses(00:07:55) James Webb Space Telescope
Sunday May 26, 2024
Sunday May 26, 2024
Future AI hardware advances could drive materials science R&D. Carnegie Science Center opens a captivating Pixar-themed exhibit. Plus, scientists discover CO2 and CO ices in the outskirts of the solar system. Also, scientists say they can make zero-emission cement.Sources:https://www.rdworldonline.com/infinita-lab-founder-on-ai-hardware-limitations-and-the-future-of-material-science/https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/carnegie-science-center-opens-pixar-themed-exhibit/JEJKDPRNLZHCHF2O7XNJQGEVTM/https://phys.org/news/2024-05-scientists-ices-outskirts-solar.htmlhttps://phys.org/news/2024-05-scientists-emission-cement.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Future AI hardware advances could drive materials science R&D(00:02:36) Carnegie Science Center opens Pixar-themed exhibit(00:05:35) Scientists discover CO₂ and CO ices in outskirts of solar system(00:09:12) Scientists say they can make zero-emission cement
Saturday May 25, 2024
Saturday May 25, 2024
When science fiction becomes science fact: the AI dilemma. Henley Middle Schoolers learn about science outside of the classroom walls. Plus, UC Davis becomes home to the first coffee research center at a U.S. university. And raise a glass to the new UM class on beer brewing science.Sources:https://scitechdaily.com/when-science-fiction-becomes-science-fact-the-ai-dilemma/https://kobi5.com/news/henley-middle-schoolers-learn-about-science-outside-of-the-classroom-walls-229576/https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/the-science-of-coffee-uc-davis-now-first-research-center-us/https://newstalkkgvo.com/class-beer-brewing-science/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) When Science Fiction Becomes Science Fact: The AI Dilemma(00:03:59) Henley Middle Schoolers learn about science outside of the classroom walls(00:06:28) The science of coffee: UC Davis now home to first coffee research center at a U.S. university(00:08:51) Raise a Glass to the New UM Class on Beer Brewing Science
Friday May 24, 2024
Friday May 24, 2024
Scientists discover key food nutrients linked to slower brain aging. Exciting news of a new planet that may support life. NASA's Voyager 1 resumes sending science data from 15 billion miles away. Explore the science behind Pixar at a new exhibit. Join us as we delve into these captivating scientific stories.Sources:https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-discover-key-food-nutrients-linked-to-slower-brain-aginghttps://time.com/6981897/newly-discovered-planet-gliese12b-life/https://scitechdaily.com/fresh-data-from-the-cosmos-nasas-voyager-1-resumes-sending-science-data-from-15-billion-miles-away/https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/video/new-exhibit-at-carnegie-science-center-shows-the-science-behind-pixar/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Scientists Discover Key Food Nutrients Linked to Slower Brain Aging(00:03:10) Scientists Discover A New Planet That May Support Life(00:05:59) Fresh Data From the Cosmos: NASA’s Voyager 1 Resumes Sending Science Data From 15 Billion Miles Away(00:08:55) New exhibit at Carnegie Science Center shows the science behind Pixar
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
Kentucky is awarded a $20 million grant to study climate change. Two students from Lubbock showcase their research at an international science fair. Plus, scientists uncover new molecular drivers of Alzheimer's and make diamonds from scratch in just 15 minutes.Sources:https://nkytribune.com/2024/05/kentucky-awards-20-million-grant-from-national-science-foundation-to-study-climate-change/https://www.kcbd.com/2024/05/23/two-lubbock-students-showcase-research-international-science-fair/https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-05-scientists-uncover-molecular-drivers-alzheimer.htmlhttps://www.zmescience.com/science/news-science/scientists-make-diamonds-from-scratch-in-only-15-minutes/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Kentucky awards $20 million grant from National Science Foundation to study climate change(00:03:20) Two Lubbock students showcase research at international science fair(00:05:57) Scientists uncover new molecular drivers of Alzheimer's(00:09:00) Scientists make diamonds from scratch in only 15 minutes
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Discover how NIH's SEED can help life science startups grow with $1.3 billion in funding. Learn about the National Science Foundation grant supporting advanced additive manufacturing practices. Explore the Periodic Table of Food Initiative and its scientific insights into the foods we consume. Analyze the potential risks and impact on Nomura Micro Science's earnings. Simply Science brings you the latest updates on funding, innovation, and financial analysis in the healthcare, manufacturing, and food sectors.Sources:https://medcitynews.com/2024/05/5-things-to-know-about-how-nihs-seed-can-help-life-science-startups-grow/https://nkytribune.com/2024/05/kctcs-gets-national-science-foundation-grant-to-support-advance-additive-manufacturing-practices/https://www.forbes.com/sites/daphneewingchow/2024/05/21/converting-food-tradition-into-science-with-the-periodic-table-of-food/https://simplywall.st/stocks/jp/capital-goods/tse-6254/nomura-micro-science-shares/news/nomura-micro-sciences-tse6254-solid-earnings-may-rest-on-weaOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) 5 Things to Know About How NIH’s SEED Can Help Life Science Startups Grow(00:03:57) KCTCS gets National Science Foundation grant to support advance additive manufacturing practices(00:06:09) Converting Food Tradition Into Science With The Periodic Table Of Food(00:09:17) Nomura Micro Science's (TSE:6254) Solid Earnings May Rest On Weak Foundations
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Japan scientists mass-generate cells for sperm, eggs using human iPS. Two Alachua County students win awards at an international science and engineering fair. Plus, Vitra Design Museum's 'Science Fiction Design' explores furniture's past, present, and future visions. Also, the fascinating phenomenon of trillions of cicadas emerging right on time.Sources:https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2024/05/9052b9ab8c37-japan-scientists-mass-generate-cells-for-sperm-eggs-using-human-ips.htmlhttps://www.wcjb.com/2024/05/21/2-alachua-county-students-win-awards-an-international-science-engineering-fair/https://www.wallpaper.com/tech/vitra-design-museum-science-fiction-design-exhibitionhttps://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/may/21/in-their-prime-how-trillions-of-cicadas-pop-up-right-on-time-podcastOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Japan scientists mass-generate cells for sperm, eggs using human iPS(00:03:24) 2 Alachua County students win awards at an international science and engineering fair(00:06:49) Vitra Design Museum’s ‘Science Fiction Design’ explores furniture’s past, present and future visions(00:09:33) In their prime: how trillions of cicadas pop up right on time
Monday May 20, 2024
Monday May 20, 2024
A device that stimulates spinal nerves shows promising results in aiding spinal injury recovery. Scientists make a groundbreaking discovery to ensure equity in brain research. Plus, an 18-year-old Augusta native graduates with a Master of Science, and we explore the science of seasonal adaptation in phenology.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/may/20/arc-ex-device-aids-recovery-spinal-injuries-trialhttps://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-05-lack-diversity-neurological-scientists-equity.htmlhttps://www.wjbf.com/news/18-year-old-augusta-native-graduates-with-master-of-science-from-meharry-medical-college/https://evolutionnews.org/2024/05/phenology-the-science-of-seasonal-adaptation/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) Device aids recovery of people with spinal injuries, trial finds(00:04:35) Motivated by lack of diversity in neurological studies, scientists look to ensure equity in brain research(00:08:07) 18-year-old Augusta native graduates with Master of Science from Meharry Medical College(00:10:54) Phenology: The Science of Seasonal Adaptation
Monday May 13, 2024
Monday May 13, 2024
There's little science behind 'No Mow May' as a recent study challenges its effectiveness. Scientists offer a new theory on the origin of plate tectonics and the connection to the moon's formation. A groundbreaking discovery reveals the unique building blocks of human vision in infants. The biggest solar storm in decades triggers intense auroras, providing a mesmerizing celestial spectacle. Join us as we explore these captivating scientific stories.Sources:https://undark.org/2024/05/13/little-science-behind-no-mow-may/https://www.newsnationnow.com/science/earth-plate-tectonics-theory/https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-discover-unique-building-block-of-human-vision/https://www.sciencealert.com/biggest-solar-storm-in-decades-triggers-intense-auroras-the-science-explainedOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) There’s Little Science Behind “No Mow May”(00:01:02) Scientists offer new theory on the origin of plate tectonics(00:03:06) Scientists Discover Unique Building Block of Human Vision(00:06:08) Biggest Solar Storm in Decades Triggers Intense Auroras: The Science Explained
Sunday May 12, 2024
Sunday May 12, 2024
Research center celebrates 75 years of cutting-edge crop science. Scientists discover a way to make cold-brew coffee in just 3 minutes. Sonic survey reveals insights into the world of blue whales. Study confirms exercise slows down the perception of time. Join us for these fascinating stories on science and its impact on agriculture, coffee, marine life, and human perception.Sources:https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/may/12/research-center-marks-75-years-of-cutting-edge-crop-science/https://robbreport.com/food-drink/dining/three-minute-cold-brew-coffee-1235613760/https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-spent-15-years-listening-to-blue-whales-heres-what-they-heardhttps://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-confirm-exercise-slows-down-the-perception-of-timeOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Research center marks 75 years of cutting-edge crop science(00:03:35) Scientists Have Found a Way to Make Cold-Brew Coffee in Just 3 Minutes(00:06:27) Scientists Spent 15 Years Listening to Blue Whales. Here's What They Heard.(00:09:28) Scientists Confirm Exercise Slows Down The Perception of Time