Episodes

Wednesday May 29, 2024
Wednesday May 29, 2024
A study examines the gender disparity in science research funding. Scientists study the mysterious sex lives of coral. Ancient Egyptian skulls show attempts at brain surgery. The origin of Earth's mysterious layer is finally revealed. Join us as we explore these fascinating scientific discoveries and their implications.Sources:https://www.rhsmith.umd.edu/research/study-examines-gender-disparity-science-research-fundinghttps://www.popsci.com/science/coral-sex-life/https://www.popsci.com/science/ancient-egypt-skulls/https://www.newsweek.com/earth-layer-geology-mystery-solved-research-1905487Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Study Examines Gender Disparity in Science Research Funding(00:03:48) Scientists are studying the mysterious sex lives of coral(00:06:14) 4,000 year-old Egyptian skulls show attempts at brain surgery(00:09:21) Layer of Earth puzzling scientists finally has origin revealed

Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Chinese scientists use AI to detect unreported carcinogenic pollution worldwide. Learn the science-backed ways to sit for better health. Discover the reason behind killer whales' attacks on boats. Antibodies from llamas bring scientists closer to an HIV treatment.Sources:https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3264016/forever-chemicals-chinese-scientists-use-ai-help-detect-unreported-carcinogenic-pollution-aroundhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-13464493/From-truth-slouching-cross-legs-new-science-backed-ways-sit-doesnt-cut-life-expectancy.htmlhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-13464411/Scientists-reveal-killer-whales-attacking-boats-worldwide.htmlhttps://www.advancedsciencenews.com/antibodies-from-llamas-bring-scientists-closer-to-an-hiv-treatment/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Chinese scientists use AI to detect unreported carcinogenic pollution: paper(00:03:09) The science-backed ways to sit so it doesn't cut your life expectancy(00:05:57) Scientists reveal why killer whales are attacking boats worldwide(00:08:08) Antibodies from llamas bring scientists closer to an HIV treatment

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