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New Family Consumer Science Building Unveiled, Congressional Letter Seeks NASA Budget Increase

Hanceville High School unveils a new career tech-focused building, while a bipartisan congressional letter calls for a significant increase in NASA's science budget. Plus, an exclusive interview explores the truth about protein consumption, and scientists reveal which ultra-processed foods are most likely to shorten your life.Sources:https://www.cullmantimes.com/news/hanceville-high-school-unveils-new-family-consumer-science-building/article_220a20a8-0d62-11ef-b8de-bf10a2978a60.htmlhttps://spacenews.com/congressional-letter-seeks-big-increase-in-nasa-science-budget/https://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/may/09/how-much-protein-is-too-much-podcasthttps://www.newsweek.com/scientists-reveal-ultraprocessed-foods-likely-shorten-life-1898546Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Hanceville High School unveils new Family Consumer Science building(00:02:39) Congressional letter seeks big increase in NASA science budget(00:05:41) How much protein is too much?(00:08:22) Scientists reveal ultra-processed foods most likely to shorten your life

Psilocybin Therapy Breakthrough, Indigenous Knowledge in Science Fairs, Science of Perfect Drinking Temperature, and Hands-On Learning at Science Conference

Science supports the healing power of psilocybin. Indigenous knowledge takes center stage in science fairs. Discover the science behind the perfect temperature for enjoying alcoholic beverages. Experience the excitement of hands-on learning at the Science and Nature Conference.Sources:https://www.coloradopolitics.com/opinion/science-supports-healing-power-of-psilocybin-podium/article_7c3cabd8-0cca-11ef-a68c-bb2dabba2e34.htmlhttps://www.kcaw.org/2024/05/07/science-fair-projects-center-traditional-ecological-knowledge/https://www.livenowfox.com/news/science-reveals-ideal-temperatures-for-beer-and-whiskeyhttps://www.marshallindependent.com/news/local-news/2024/05/science-in-action-2/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Science supports healing power of psilocybin(00:03:17) Science fair projects center traditional ecological knowledge(00:07:50) Beer, whiskey taste best at these temperatures, science says(00:10:46) Science in action

Kazakhstan Enhances Science and Education, Moon’s Origins Revealed, Mars’ Earth-like Past, and Ancient Mammal Discovery

President Tokayev approves legislation to enhance science and education in Kazakhstan. Scientists discover remains of a 'buried planet' deep inside Earth, shedding light on the moon's origins. Mars may have been more Earth-like than we thought, as the discovery of oxygen-rich rocks reveals. A newly-discovered species of mammal lived 610,000 years after the dinosaur extinction, providing insights into post-extinction recovery. Join us as we explore these fascinating scientific discoveries and their implications for our understanding of the world.Sources:https://astanatimes.com/2024/05/president-tokayev-approves-legislation-to-enhance-science-and-education/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-13388295/scientists-discover-buried-planet-earth-theia-moon.htmlhttps://www.livescience.com/space/mars/mars-may-have-been-more-earth-like-than-we-thought-discovery-of-oxygen-rich-rocks-revealshttps://www.sci.news/paleontology/militocodon-lydae-12908.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) President Tokayev Approves Legislation to Enhance Science and Education(00:02:54) Scientists discover remains of a 'buried planet' deep inside EARTH(00:05:36) Mars may have been more Earth-like than we thought, discovery of oxygen-rich rocks reveals(00:09:03) Newly-Discovered Species of Mammal Lived 610,000 Years after Dinosaur Extinction

New Link Between Diet and Cancer, Methane Detection Breakthrough, Antarctic Hole Mystery Solved

Scientists discover a missing link between diet and cancer risk. A groundbreaking 500-fold sensitivity increase in methane detection. The mystery of the Antarctic hole twice the size of Wales is finally solved. Plus, China's ambition to build the largest collider on Earth sparks debate in the scientific community.Sources:https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-discover-a-missing-link-between-diet-and-cancer-riskhttps://scitechdaily.com/revolution-in-methane-detection-scientists-achieve-groundbreaking-500-fold-sensitivity-increase/https://www.express.co.uk/news/science/1894991/science-news-antarctic-hole-waleshttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3260424/china-can-build-largest-collider-earth-says-cern-presidentOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Scientists Discover a Missing Link Between Diet And Cancer Risk(00:03:09) Revolution in Methane Detection: Scientists Achieve Groundbreaking 500-Fold Sensitivity Increase(00:06:29) Scientists solve mystery of Antarctic hole twice size of Wales(00:08:31) China can build largest collider on Earth, CERN president says

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