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Former Stanford President Honored, Baby White Sharks’ Behavior Revealed

The National Science Board honors former Stanford president John Hennessy. Scientists discover the fascinating behavior of baby white sharks. Plus, local students excel at a regional science fair and a marine science program takes a head start on Earth Day beach clean-up.Sources:https://stanforddaily.com/2024/04/18/national-science-board-honors-former-stanford-president/https://phys.org/news/2024-04-baby-white-sharks-closer-shore.htmlhttps://www.southernstandard.com/top-stories/local-headlines/local-students-compete-regional-science-fair/https://www.fox13news.com/news/bay-area-marine-science-program-gets-head-start-on-earth-day-beach-clean-upOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) National Science Board honors former Stanford president(00:03:58) Baby white sharks prefer being closer to shore, scientists find(00:07:08) Local students compete at regional science fair(00:09:51) Bay Area marine science program gets head start on Earth Day beach clean-up

Chinese Breakthrough in Radar Tech, Maine School Dominates Math Meet

Chinese scientists boost F-22 radar signature 60,000 times. Maine School of Science and Mathematics excels at the state math meet. Plus, students get a look at UNL science programs, and scientists confirm the existence of Wigner crystals.Sources:https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3259428/chinese-scientists-increase-f-22-fighter-jets-radar-signature-60000-times-new-detection-method-studyhttps://www.centralmaine.com/2024/04/18/maine-school-of-science-and-mathematics-students-place-at-state-meet/https://www.klkntv.com/fair-at-lincoln-northeast-gives-students-a-look-at-unl-science-programs/https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/a60481122/wigner-crystals/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Advanced detection tech boosts F-22 radar signature 60,000 times: Chinese team(00:03:21) Maine School of Science and Mathematics students place at state meet(00:05:38) Fair at Lincoln Northeast gives students a look at UNL science programs(00:07:49) Scientists Confirm the Incredible Existence of Wigner Crystals

New Material with Adaptive Durability, Innovative Anatomy Education, FrogWatch Citizen Science Program, and Science Behind Ayodhya’s Temple

Scientists invent a new material that toughens up with rapid impacts. Kevin Dukes Career and Innovation Academy offers a unique experience to health science students with the technologically advanced Anatomage Table. Join FrogWatch USA, a local volunteer-based citizen science program, and contribute to scientific research on amphibians. Discover the science behind the unique occurrence at Ayodhya's temple with the 'surya tilak' phenomenon. Explore these fascinating stories that delve into scientific breakthroughs, innovative education, citizen science, and the intersection of science and spirituality.Sources:https://www.wionews.com/science/scientists-invent-new-material-that-toughens-up-when-hit-by-rapid-impacts-712137https://jcsentinel.com/news/article_a2304e6e-fc2e-11ee-9436-0b455c2909f7.htmlhttps://flagpole.com/topstory/2024/04/17/frogwatch-local-volunteer-based-citizen-science-program/https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/what-is-surya-tilak-of-ram-lalla-know-science-behind-unique-occurrence-in-ayodhyas-temple-101713321127602.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) Scientists invent new material that toughens up when hit by rapid impacts(00:03:33) Kevin Dukes Career and Innovation Academy offers unique experience to health science students with technologically advanced Anatomage Table(00:06:36) FrogWatch: Local Volunteer-Based Citizen Science Program(00:09:59) What is ‘surya tilak’ of Ram Lalla? Know science behind unique occurrence in Ayodhya's temple

Unlocking the Science of Taste, Chinese Breakthroughs in Chip Tech and Pollution Control

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

EZZ Life Science Issues New Shares, Fact-Checking Sci-Fi, Genetic Engineer Wins ’Oscars of Science’

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

Hidden Sources of Hospital Infections Revealed, Material That Gets Tougher When Hit

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

Breakthrough Prize Celebrates Science and Pop Culture, Fort Worth Museum Appoints New Vice President

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

The Impact of Smoking on Belly Fat, Chinese Satellite Revolutionizes Communication

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

NASA Retires Iconic DC-8 Aircraft, Breakthrough in Coral Restoration

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

Cracking the Mystery of Static Shock, ADHD’s Evolutionary Connection

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