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The Science of Beer Taste, Top School in California, Reading Success at Science Hill High

Scientists discover why the taste of beer changes depending on its temperature. Western Science Academy named one of the best schools in California. Science Hill High School students surpass reading goal. Plus, explore the intersection of Voltaire and science in Engines of Our Ingenuity.Sources:https://cosmosmagazine.com/science/chemistry/beer-taste-temperature/https://myvalleynews.com/blog/2024/05/04/western-science-academy-named-one-of-the-best-schools-in-california/https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/science-hill-high-school-students-surpass-reading-goal/https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/shows/engines-of-our-ingenuity/engines-podcast/2024/05/05/485096/engines-of-our-ingenuity-1168-voltaire-and-science/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Scientists discover why the taste of beer changes depending on its temperature(00:03:40) Western Science Academy named one of the best schools in California(00:05:45) Science Hill High School students surpass reading goal(00:08:19) Engines of Our Ingenuity 1168: Voltaire and Science

China’s Breakthrough Battery Technology, Deep-Sea Exploration off Alaska, and Unearthing a New Mammal Species in Colorado

Chinese scientists tout a 'water battery' with more energy capacity than lithium cells. Scripps Oceanography scientists embark on a deep-sea exploration off the coast of Alaska. Researchers discover a new mammal species in Colorado, providing clues on diversity. Plus, CSULB's Science Learning Center educates students and children in the community.Sources:https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3261368/chinese-scientists-create-water-battery-can-hold-much-more-energy-lithium-cells-studyhttps://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/scripps-oceanography-scientists-to-take-part-in-deep-sea-exploration-off-coast-of-alaska/https://kdvr.com/science/scientists-discover-new-mammal-species-in-colorado-provides-clues-on-diversity/https://daily49er.com/news/2024/05/03/csulbs-science-learning-center-educates-students-and-children-in-the-community/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) China touts ‘water battery’ with more energy capacity than lithium cells: study(00:03:35) Scripps Oceanography scientists to take part in deep-sea exploration off coast of Alaska(00:06:48) Scientists discover new mammal species in Colorado, provides clues on diversity(00:09:29) CSULB's Science Learning Center educates students and children in the community - Daily Forty-Niner

Climate Change Threatens Bumblebees, Science Needs Creativity

Scientists reveal a major new factor in bumblebee decline: rising temperatures caused by climate change. Plus, explore the significance of creativity in scientific discoveries and the induction of a renowned geoscientist into the National Academy of Sciences. Also, get ready for an out-of-this-world experience with the debut of the SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry.Sources:https://www.newsweek.com/scientists-major-threat-bumblebee-decline-1896674https://www.drugdiscoverynews.com/science-needs-creativity-15929https://www.kgun9.com/news/local-news/university-of-arizona-news/science-rocks-ua-geo-science-professor-inducted-in-national-academy-of-scienceshttps://wgnradio.com/john-landecker/spacex-dragon-spacecraft-debuts-at-museum-of-science-and-industry/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Scientists reveal "major" new factor in bumblebee decline(00:03:56) Science needs creativity(00:06:26) Science rocks! UA geo-science professor inducted in National Academy of Sciences(00:09:21) SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft Debuts at Museum of Science and Industry

Neptune Flood Enhances Flood Insurance with Data Science Acquisition, Scientists Grow Diamonds in Record Time

Neptune Flood acquires data science firm to enhance its AI-driven flood insurance. Scientists develop a groundbreaking method to grow synthetic diamonds in just 150 minutes. Plus, the science behind Texas-sized hail and the extraordinary promise of personalized cancer vaccines.Sources:https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/national/2024/05/02/772386.htmhttps://fortune.com/2024/05/01/lab-grown-diamonds-gen-z-millennials-sustainable-jewelry/https://www.kvue.com/article/weather/how-hail-forms-texas-severe-storms/269-e274416a-899d-4355-a125-916baca8a403https://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/may/02/extraordinary-promise-personalised-cancer-vaccinesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Neptune Flood Acquires Data Science Firm to Enhance Its AI-Driven Flood Insurance(00:03:37) Scientists can now grow diamonds faster than you can watch 'Oppenheimer'(00:06:08) The science behind Texas-sized hail(00:08:28) The extraordinary promise of personalised cancer vaccines

Moon Fitness for Astronauts, Sun Protection Myths Debunked

Astronauts could run round a 'Wall of Death' to keep fit on the moon, say scientists. Scientists debunk 'really dangerous' myths about sun protection. Plus, scientists work to make healthier white bread and San Diego's life sciences sector struggles for financial security.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/may/01/astronauts-could-run-round-wall-of-death-to-keep-fit-on-moon-say-scientistshttps://www.newsweek.com/scientists-debunk-dangerous-myths-sun-protection-1895685https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c87z06r175nohttps://www.statnews.com/2024/04/30/san-diego-research-institutes/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Astronauts could run round ‘Wall of Death’ to keep fit on moon, say scientists(00:02:39) Scientists debunk "really dangerous" myths about sun protection(00:05:38) Scientists work to make healthier white bread(00:09:03) San Diego's life sciences sector struggles for financial security

Hubble Telescope in Safe Mode, Chemical Weapons of Vietnam War, European City of Science Replacement, Indigenous Science and Western Science

The Hubble telescope goes blind in space, entering safe mode. Learn about the dark history of chemical weapons during the Vietnam War. Discover the new project to replace the European City of Science. Explore the intersection of Indigenous science and Western science in a discussion for Earth Week.Sources:https://www.indiatoday.in/science/story/hubble-telescope-nasa-gyro-issue-glitch-science-ops-shut-2533390-2024-04-30https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/the-science-quiz-chemical-weapons-of-the-vietnam-war/article68123812.ecehttps://sciencebusiness.net/news/new-project-replace-european-city-sciencehttps://astrobites.org/2024/04/30/template-post-25/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Hubble goes blind in space: Science ops shut, telescope in safe mode(00:03:56) The Science Quiz | Chemical weapons of the Vietnam War(00:07:58) New project to replace the European City of Science(00:10:55) Earthweek x Astrobites 2024: Indigenous science and Western science, A discussion

Advancements in Brain Cell Simulation and Ancient Megastructure Discovery

Scientists create a functional brain cell using salt and water. A 10,000-year-old man-made megastructure is discovered under the Baltic Sea. Plus, the declaration of animal consciousness and a groundbreaking discovery that changes our understanding of the universe.Sources:https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-have-created-a-functional-brain-cell-based-on-a-mix-of-salt-and-waterhttps://www.inverse.com/science/blinkerwall-baltic-sea-megastructure-discoveryhttps://www.dailysabah.com/life/science/scientists-declare-realistic-possibility-of-animal-consciousnesshttps://www.indy100.com/science-tech/scientists-discover-surprise-universe-2668015399Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Scientists Have Created a Functional Brain Cell Based on a Mix of Salt And Water(00:03:26) Scientists Discover a 10,000-Year-Old Man-Made Megastructure Under the Baltic Sea(00:05:48) Scientists declare realistic possibility of animal consciousness(00:08:39) Scientists discover 'surprise' which changes understanding of universe

Advancing Sustainable Development and Imagination at Forums and Expos

The International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development Forum opens in Beijing, fostering a culture of science for sustainable development. The 5th Annual Vermont Science Fiction and Fantasy Expo draws thousands to Essex Junction, offering an immersive experience for enthusiasts. Plus, the Kansas Science Festival provides STEAM activities for kids to learn and explore. Governor Kathy Hochul invests $10M to grow the 'Science of Reading' philosophy in New York's schools, revolutionizing education.Sources:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/international-decade-of-sciences-for-sustainable-development-forum-opens-in-beijing-302129364.htmlhttps://www.mynbc5.com/article/5th-annual-vermont-science-fiction-and-fantasy-expo-draws-thousands-to-essex-junction/60626920https://www.wibw.com/2024/04/28/kansas-science-festival-offers-steam-activities-kids-learn/https://13wham.com/news/local/hochul-invests-10m-to-grow-science-of-reading-philosophy-in-states-schoolsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development Forum opens in Beijing(00:01:25) 5th Annual Vermont Science Fiction and Fantasy Expo draws thousands to Essex Junction(00:03:45) Kansas Science Festival offers STEAM activities for the kids to learn(00:06:38) Hochul invests $10M to grow 'Science of Reading' philosophy in state's schools

Curiosity Rover Explores Mars, Scholarships Awarded to Science Students

Join us as we follow the latest updates from NASA's Curiosity rover on Mars. Plus, students at the School of Science and Technology receive over $200k in scholarships. Also, the University of Tennessee Health Science Center surpasses its donor goal, and the University of Virginia opens its School of Data Science building.Sources:https://science.nasa.gov/blogs/sol-2816-curiosity-takes-a-turn-to-the-north/https://www.kiiitv.com/article/news/local/science-and-technology-students-receive-scholarships-to-tamucc/503-68ca4f37-8fe1-4dea-992f-df41307c73f5https://news.uthsc.edu/ut-health-science-center-giving-day-surpasses-donor-goal/https://www.virginiabusiness.com/article/u-va-opens-school-of-data-science-building/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Sol 2816: Curiosity Takes a Turn... to the North(00:02:59) School of Science and Technology students receive over $200k in scholarships(00:06:24) UT Health Science Center Giving Day Surpasses Donor Goal(00:09:54) U.Va. opens School of Data Science building

Young Scientists Shine at Science Fair, Anatomy Lab Renovation Underway

Student scientists showcase their talent at the Annual Science and Engineering Fair & S.T.E.A.M Expo. Exciting developments in Elizabethtown College's School of Sciences as the anatomy lab undergoes renovation. Conservation efforts prove effective in slowing biodiversity loss. The University of Virginia's School of Data Science opens its new state-of-the-art building.Sources:https://www.ukiahdailyjournal.com/2024/04/25/student-scientists-shine-annual-science-and-engineering-fair-s-t-e-a-m-expo-ignites-curiosity-and-innovation/https://etownian.com/main/news/science-department-receives-grant-to-renovate-anatomy-labs/https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-68897433https://news.virginia.edu/content/new-data-science-building-embodies-schools-core-valuesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Student Scientists Shine: Annual Science and Engineering Fair & S.T.E.A.M Expo Ignites Curiosity and Innovation(00:03:31) Science Department receives grant to renovate anatomy labs(00:06:52) Conservation slowing biodiversity loss, scientists say(00:09:59) New Data Science Building Embodies School’s Core Values