Simply Science

Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of science.

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Tuesday Apr 16, 2024

Scientists uncover the molecular processes behind taste receptors, offering potential treatments for health conditions. Chinese achievements in chip technology and pollution control top science award nominees, showcasing advancements in key areas of research. Plus, the science behind work breaks and productivity, and soundscape ecology as a window into a disappearing world.Sources:https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-unlock-the-mystery-of-how-we-taste-bitternesshttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3259092/chinese-breakthroughs-chip-tech-air-pollution-controls-headline-top-science-award-nomineeshttps://www.corporatewellnessmagazine.com/article/the-science-behind-work-breaks-and-productivityhttps://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/apr/16/soundscape-ecology-a-window-into-a-disappearing-world-podcastOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Scientists Unlock The Mystery of How We Taste Bitterness(00:03:10) Chinese achievements in chip tech, pollution controls top science award nominees(00:06:41) The Science Behind Work Breaks and Productivity(00:09:50) Soundscape ecology: a window into a disappearing world

Monday Apr 15, 2024

EZZ Life Science Holdings Ltd. announces new share issuance. Join renowned botanist Jotham Austin II as he fact-checks science in popular sci-fi. Genetic engineer Michel Sadelain wins the prestigious Breakthrough Prize for cancer treatment. Plus, the truth behind the 5 Love Languages is exposed in a groundbreaking study.Sources:https://www.tipranks.com/news/company-announcements/ezz-life-science-issues-new-shareshttps://www.meadvilletribune.com/news/behrend-speaker-series-to-fact-check-the-science-in-popular-sci-fi/article_26f86dea-f8f9-11ee-ac51-6723c4c8b616.htmlhttps://www.dawn.com/news/1827516https://dentonrc.com/news/state/science-exposes-the-truth-behind-the-5-love-languages-they-re-a-big-hoax/article_744eebc3-cf34-56c6-98b7-2308040d79bf.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) EZZ Life Science Issues New Shares(00:03:27) Behrend Speaker Series to fact-check the science in popular sci-fi(00:06:59) Genetic engineer gets ‘Oscars of Science’ prize for cancer treatment(00:10:05) Science Exposes the Truth Behind the 5 Love Languages: They’re a Big Hoax

Sunday Apr 14, 2024

Scientists reveal where most 'hospital' infections actually come from. They also invented a bizarre new material that gets tougher when you hit it. Plus, Robert Downey Jr. and wife Susan attend the Breakthrough Prize ceremony in LA.Sources:https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-reveal-where-most-hospital-infections-actually-come-fromhttps://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-invented-a-bizarre-new-material-that-gets-tougher-when-you-hit-ithttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-13306211/Robert-Downey-Jr-wife-Susan-Breakthrough-Prize-Ceremony-LA.htmlhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-13306211/Robert-Downey-Jr-wife-Susan-Breakthrough-Prize-Ceremony-LA.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Scientists Reveal Where Most 'Hospital' Infections Actually Come From(00:03:16) Scientists Invented a Bizarre New Material That Gets Tougher When You Hit It(00:06:29) Robert Downey Jr. and wife Susan at Breakthrough Prize ceremony in LA(00:09:51) Robert Downey Jr. and wife Susan at Breakthrough Prize ceremony in LA

Saturday Apr 13, 2024

Science takes center stage at the 2024 Breakthrough Prize ceremony, known as the 'Oscars of Science'. The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History announces the appointment of a new vice president. Plus, Sejong City, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, and QuEra Computing partner to drive quantum computing initiatives. Also, the O.J. Simpson trial's impact on forensic science, including in Florida, is explored.Sources:https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/science-takes-center-stage-at-the-2024-breakthrough-prize-ceremony-1235873441/https://dallasinnovates.com/fort-worth-museum-of-science-and-history-names-new-vice-president/https://thequantuminsider.com/2024/04/13/sejong-city-korea-advanced-institute-of-science-and-technology-and-quera-computing-partner-to-drive-quantum-computing-initiatives-across-south-korea/https://www.fox13news.com/news/o-j-simpson-trial-helped-revolutionize-forensic-science-including-in-floridaOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:47) Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Names New Vice President(00:03:07) Sejong City, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology and QuEra Computing Partner to Drive Quantum Computing Initiatives Across South Korea(00:06:35) O.J. Simpson trial helped revolutionize forensic science, including in Florida

Friday Apr 12, 2024

Discover how smoking affects belly fat and the groundbreaking Chinese satellite that enables smartphone calls in remote areas. Also, explore the vital role of nutrition in brain health and the latest breakthrough in cancer treatment.Sources:https://www.bbc.com/reel/video/p0hq67l0/how-smoking-really-affects-your-belly-fathttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3258596/project-babel-how-chinese-scientists-built-worlds-first-satellite-makes-smartphone-calls-possiblehttps://scitechdaily.com/unlocking-brain-health-through-the-science-of-nutrition/https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/scientists-found-a-way-to-supercharge-cancer-fighting-cells/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) How smoking really affects your belly fat(00:03:46) Chinese scientists build first satellite that makes smartphone calls possible(00:06:33) Unlocking Brain Health Through the Science of Nutrition(00:09:36) Scientists Found a Way to Supercharge Cancer-Fighting Cells

Thursday Apr 11, 2024

NASA bids farewell to its Airborne Science DC-8 after 37 years of service. Scientists develop a biodegradable cage to protect infant corals from hungry fish, revolutionizing coral restoration efforts. Plus, uncover the science behind ocean tides and the importance of human-centered approaches in algorithm design.Sources:https://simpleflying.com/nasa-airborne-science-dc-8-retires/https://www.voanews.com/a/scientists-struggle-to-protect-infant-corals-from-hungry-fish-/7565519.htmlhttps://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/video/the-science-behind-the-tide-what-on-earth/https://towardsdatascience.com/why-human-centred-approaches-lead-to-better-algorithm-design-44f9ff8cf352Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) End Of An Era: NASA's Airborne Science DC-8 Retires After 37 Years(00:04:10) Scientists struggle to protect infant corals from hungry fish(00:07:49) The science behind the tide(00:10:40) Why Human-Centred Approaches Lead to Better Algorithm Design

Wednesday Apr 10, 2024

The science of static shock jolted into the 21st century as researchers at Princeton University reveal the molecular underpinnings of this long-standing phenomenon. Plus, explore the intriguing connection between ADHD and foraging abilities. Also, delve into the role of seabed mapping in ocean science and gain insights into how our own brains work through lab-grown brain cell research.Sources:https://phys.org/news/2024-04-science-static-jolted-21st-century.htmlhttps://www.popsci.com/science/weirdest-thing-adhd/https://www.gov.uk/government/news/the-role-of-seabed-mapping-in-ocean-sciencehttps://www.eurekalert.org/multimedia/1022253Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) The science of static shock jolted into the 21st century(00:03:02) ADHD may have evolved to give us foraging superpowers(00:05:39) The Role of Seabed Mapping in Ocean Science(00:08:34) Connecting lab-grown brain cells provides insight into how our own brains work

Tuesday Apr 09, 2024

Study sheds light on the white dwarf star, likely destroyer of our solar system. Science festival focuses on space with a nod to the eclipse. Plus, virtual reality can boost student interest in climate science. Also, the tenth consecutive monthly heat record alarms and confounds climate scientists.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/apr/09/study-sheds-light-on-the-white-dwarf-star-likely-destroyer-of-our-solar-systemhttps://www.salisburypost.com/2024/04/09/science-festival-focuses-on-space-with-nod-to-eclipse/https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/virtual-reality-can-boost-student-interest-climate-sciencehttps://www.theguardian.com/global/2024/apr/09/tenth-consecutive-monthly-heat-record-alarms-confounds-climate-scientistsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Study sheds light on the white dwarf star, likely destroyer of our solar system(00:03:16) Science festival focuses on space with nod to eclipse(00:05:35) Virtual reality ‘can boost student interest in climate science’(00:08:24) Tenth consecutive monthly heat record alarms and confounds climate scientists

Monday Apr 08, 2024

Scientists track the Sun from 50,000 feet during the Total Solar Eclipse. China's rich cultural heritage and modern science intersect in the orchid industry. Plus, concerns raised about a potential flaw in Nasa's hypersonic aerodynamics software. Also, a 3rd grader's glider project wins at a science fair.Sources:https://www.indiatoday.in/science/story/total-solar-eclipse-scientists-to-track-the-sun-from-altitude-of-50000-feet-2524602-2024-04-08https://www.eurasiareview.com/08042024-chinas-orchid-renaissance-bridging-ancient-traditions-and-modern-science/https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3258190/chinese-scientists-question-flaw-nasas-hypersonic-aerodynamics-softwarehttps://www.mvariety.com/news/3rd-grader-s-glider-project-wins-at-science-fair/article_e18125fc-f56c-11ee-8aec-8b550a66c18a.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) Total Solar Eclipse: Scientists to track the Sun from altitude of 50,000 feet(00:03:37) China’s Orchid Renaissance: Bridging Ancient Traditions And Modern Science(00:06:18) Chinese scientists question ‘flaw’ in Nasa’s hypersonic aerodynamics software(00:09:38) 3rd grader’s glider project wins at science fair

Sunday Apr 07, 2024

Science Made Simple: What are critical materials? Scientists confirm record highs for three most important heat-trapping gases. Plus, the Science Club at Hazleton Area High School prepares for an eclipse event, and Science Saturdays hosts an eclipse show ahead of the big event.Sources:https://scitechdaily.com/science-made-simple-what-are-critical-materials/https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/06/record-highs-heat-trapping-gases-climate-crisishttps://www.standardspeaker.com/news/education/science-club-preps-for-eclipse-event-at-hazleton-area-high-school/article_99cd2f26-6257-553d-842b-1c141102af25.htmlhttps://www.wdtn.com/news/science-saturdays-hosts-eclipse-show-ahead-of-big-event/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Science Made Simple: What Are Critical Materials?(00:03:27) Scientists confirm record highs for three most important heat-trapping gases(00:06:24) Science club preps for eclipse event at Hazleton Area High School(00:08:22) Science Saturdays hosts eclipse show ahead of big event

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