Simply Science

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

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Saturday Mar 30, 2024

GCSU holds its 7th Annual K-5 Science and Engineering Fair, highlighting the incredible talent of over 400 elementary students. WOU's Aquarium Science Program showcases a captivating new display aquarium. Plus, the Mastodon Arts and Science Fair attracts over 200 entries, celebrating the creativity of young artists. Also, an update on the IM-2 Moon mission and its blend of science and art.Sources:https://www.41nbc.com/gcsu-holds-7th-annual-k-5-science-and-engineering-fair/https://www.polkio.com/news/wou-s-aquarium-science-program-showcases-new-aquarium/article_e8a92bae-ec6b-11ee-8d41-2395f78a45b5.htmlhttps://www.mymoinfo.com/mastodon-arts-and-science-fair-attracts-over-200-entries/https://www.astronomy.com/space-exploration/the-im-2-moon-mission-will-carry-a-blend-of-science-and-art/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) GCSU holds 7th Annual K-5 Science and Engineering Fair(00:02:38) WOU’s Aquarium Science Program showcases new aquarium(00:04:47) Mastodon Arts and Science Fair Attracts Over 200 Entries(00:06:45) The IM-2 Moon mission will carry a blend of science and art

Friday Mar 29, 2024

Discover the groundbreaking research happening at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Plus, learn about the future of stretchable materials with a hydrogel that can stretch up to 15 times its initial length. Also, delve into the recent discovery of a single strand of hair from a Javan tiger, reigniting hope for the survival of this once-thought-extinct subspecies.Sources:https://www.wcia.com/ciliving-tv/ciliving-stories/ciliving/beckman-institute-for-advanced-science-and-technology-at-the-u-of-i/https://www.newscientist.com/article/2424774-hyperelastic-gel-is-one-of-the-stretchiest-materials-known-to-science/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/columnists/2024/03/29/donate-body-to-medical-science-daughter-horrified/https://www.forbes.com/sites/scotttravers/2024/03/28/science-sets-out-on-the-trail-of-indonesias-lost-phantom-tiger/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology at the U of I(00:03:26) Hyperelastic gel is one of the stretchiest materials known to science(00:05:43) I’m donating my body to medical science – but my daughter is horrified(00:08:17) Science Sets Out On The Trail Of Indonesia’s Lost ‘Phantom’ Tiger

Thursday Mar 28, 2024

Radiology groups slam UnitedHealthcare for decision they say was inspired by 'science-harvesting mercenaries'. Grant County students compete at Regional Science Fair. The virus that infects almost everyone and its link to cancer and MS. UMaine Extension, Sea Grant to host citizen science trainings in April, May.Sources:https://radiologybusiness.com/node/255591https://www.gspublishing.net/news-grant-county-news/grant-county-students-compete-regional-science-fairhttps://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/mar/28/the-virus-that-infects-almost-everyone-and-its-link-to-cancer-and-ms-podcasthttps://www.sunjournal.com/2024/03/28/umaine-extension-sea-grant-to-host-citizen-science-trainings-in-april-may/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Radiology groups slam UnitedHealthcare for decision they say was inspired by ‘science-harvesting mercenaries’(00:03:10) Grant County students compete at Regional Science Fair(00:05:13) The virus that infects almost everyone, and its link to cancer and MS(00:07:45) UMaine Extension, Sea Grant to host citizen science trainings in April, May

Wednesday Mar 27, 2024

Discover the revolution of citizen science and its impact on scientific research. Explore the link between human brain size and brain health. Learn about the potential role of a protein in human sweat in protecting against Lyme disease. Dive into China's rise in quantum technology and its implications for global competition.Sources:https://theweek.com/science/citizen-science-pros-drawbackshttps://futurism.com/neoscope/human-brains-largerhttps://www.livescience.com/health/genetics/protein-in-human-sweat-may-protect-some-people-against-lyme-diseasehttps://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3256824/chinas-patent-figures-reveal-its-closing-gap-us-quantum-dominanceOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Citizen science says anyone can be a scientist(00:03:22) Scientists Find Human Brains Are Getting Larger and Larger(00:05:27) Protein in human sweat may protect some people against Lyme disease(00:08:21) China’s patent figures reveal it’s closing the gap on US quantum dominance

Tuesday Mar 26, 2024

Discover how UTS Online is empowering scientists to bridge the gap between science and the marketplace. Learn about the potential consequences of severe solar storms and whether we are prepared. Explore the shocking discovery of microplastics in ancient soil samples and its implications for archaeology. Dive into the groundbreaking quantum algorithm that could revolutionize the development of new materials and chemistry. Join us for these captivating stories on Simply Science.Sources:https://www.smh.com.au/business/workplace/bridging-the-gap-between-science-and-the-marketplace-20240322-p5fekf.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/mar/26/what-could-a-severe-solar-storm-do-to-earth-and-are-we-prepared-podcasthttps://www.wionews.com/science/microplastics-found-in-soil-dating-back-to-ancient-times-alarms-archaeologists-704244https://phys.org/news/2024-03-scientists-quantum-algorithm-materials-chemistry.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Bridging the gap between science and the marketplace(00:03:09) What could a severe solar storm do to Earth, and are we prepared?(00:05:42) Microplastics found in soil dating back to ancient times, alarms archaeologists(00:08:13) Scientists deliver quantum algorithm to develop new materials and chemistry

Monday Mar 25, 2024

Scientists ignite a thermonuclear explosion inside a supercomputer, unraveling the mysteries of neutron stars. Plus, why scientists and engineers should study social science. Also, scientists squeeze diamonds to create an even harder material and discover metal from the 'lost city of Atlantis'.Sources:https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-ignited-a-thermonuclear-explosion-inside-a-supercomputerhttps://scroll.in/article/1063288/why-scientists-and-engineers-should-study-social-sciencehttps://www.indy100.com/science-tech/diamond-hardest-natural-material-carbon-2667590650https://www.indy100.com/science-tech/what-is-orichalcum-atlantis-2667590693Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Scientists Ignited a Thermonuclear Explosion Inside a Supercomputer(00:03:54) Why scientists and engineers should study social science(00:07:02) Scientists have squeezed diamonds to create an even harder material(00:09:20) Scientists discover metal from the 'lost city of Atlantis'

Sunday Mar 24, 2024

SpaceX successfully docks its Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station, delivering new science experiments and supplies. Chinese researchers make a groundbreaking discovery for treating kidney injuries. Plus, scientists put Einstein to the test in the quest for a theory of everything. Also, Olay launches a cosmetic science course on Coursera.Sources:https://scitechdaily.com/spacex-dragon-spacecraft-docks-to-space-station-with-new-science-and-supplies/https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3256416/testing-waters-chinese-researchers-find-hope-life-threatening-kidney-injuries-deephttps://scitechdaily.com/the-quest-for-a-theory-of-everything-scientists-put-einstein-to-the-test/https://indianexpress.com/article/education/olay-launches-introduction-to-cosmetic-science-course-on-coursera-9231295/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft Docks to Space Station With New Science and Supplies(00:03:17) Chinese researchers find hope for life-threatening kidney injuries in the ocean(00:05:49) The Quest for a Theory of Everything – Scientists Put Einstein to the Test(00:08:32) Olay launches Introduction to Cosmetic Science course on Coursera

Saturday Mar 23, 2024

Discover the captivating story and science behind sleep in 'Mapping the Darkness: The Visionary Scientists Who Unlocked The Mysteries of Sleep.' Plus, a changing of the guard at Hadassah Academic College as Prof. Ariela Gordon-Shaag takes the helm. Also, explore the potential of Artificial Intelligence in science, medicine, and technology. And, exciting news for parents in Casper as The Science Zone announces the return of their Summer Camps.Sources:https://www.kcrw.com/culture/shows/life-examined/kenneth-miller-sleep-science-rem-brain-health-well-beinghttps://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-793024https://scitechdaily.com/science-simplified-what-is-artificial-intelligence/https://k2radio.com/ixp/147/p/science-zone-summer-camps-in-casper/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) The story, science, and mysteries of sleep(00:02:56) Grapevine: Eye-opening science(00:04:52) Science Simplified: What Is Artificial Intelligence?(00:08:00) The Science Zone Announces the Return of Summer Camps

Friday Mar 22, 2024

Millions in North America will view the highly anticipated 2024 solar eclipse, a blockbuster celestial event. L'Oreal Canada launches SkinBetter Science, shaping the future of medical aesthetic skin care. DC Comedy Loft celebrates Pi Day with science-themed jokes, showcasing the intersection of humor and scientific knowledge. NASA's Neurodiversity Network engages neurodiverse learners in the upcoming solar eclipse, promoting inclusivity in STEM education. Join Simply Science for comprehensive coverage of these captivating stories.Sources:https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-68597945https://www.globalcosmeticsnews.com/loreal-canada-launches-skinbetter-science/https://thehoya.com/23132252/science/dc-comedy-loft-celebrates-pi-day-with-science-themed-jokes/https://news.sonoma.edu/article/neurodiverse-solar-science-learners-await-eclipseOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Solar eclipse 2024: Millions in North America will view what promises to be a blockbuster(00:02:27) L’Oreal Canada launches SkinBetter Science(00:04:19) DC Comedy Loft Celebrates Pi Day with Science-Themed Jokes(00:06:35) Neurodiverse Solar Science learners await eclipse

Thursday Mar 21, 2024

Discover the key role of a protein in muscle recovery after exercise. Explore the fascinating science behind stress transmission and its effects on group dynamics. Plus, rare sawfish deaths baffle scientists in the Florida Keys and an interview with keynote speakers at the Cannabis Science Conference Spring 2024.Sources:https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3256115/protein-muscles-plays-key-role-recovery-after-exercise-study-findshttps://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-03-science-stress-transmission.htmlhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/melissacristinamarquez/2024/03/20/rare-sawfish-deaths-baffle-scientists-in-florida-keys/https://www.cannabissciencetech.com/view/cannabis-science-conference-spring-2024-interview-with-keynote-speakers-allison-justice-phd-and-riley-kirk-phdOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Protein in muscles plays key role in recovery after exercise, study finds(00:02:57) The science of stress transmission(00:05:30) Rare Sawfish Deaths Baffle Scientists In Florida Keys(00:08:32) Cannabis Science Conference Spring 2024: Interview with Keynote Speakers Allison Justice, PhD and Riley Kirk, PhD

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