NPR: Science Friday
Science Friday, as heard on NPR, is a weekly discussion of the latest news in science, technology, health, and the environment hosted by Ira Flatow. Ira interviews scientists, authors, and policymakers, and listeners can call in and ask questions as well. Hear it each week ...
Science Friday, as heard on NPR, is a weekly discussion of the latest news in science, technology, health, and the environment hosted by Ira Flatow. Ira interviews scientists, authors, and policymakers, and listeners can call in and ask questions as well. Hear it each week on NPR stations nationwide -- or online here!
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Scientific Beliefs, Spare Parts
A look at how scientists and the public disagree on ...
A look at how scientists and the public disagree on key issues, and the true story behind the movie Spare Parts.
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Bacterial Kill Switch, Comets Asteroids and Protoplanets, Bored and Brilliant
Ira and guests discuss a 'kill switch' for genetically-modified bacteria, ...
Ira and guests discuss a 'kill switch' for genetically-modified bacteria, an update on recent exploration of the solar system, and a new project from New Tech City urges you to take a closer look at your smartphone use.
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Laser-patterned Metals, Black Holes, Cuban Coral, Explorers Club
In this hour, we hear about a materials science advance ...
In this hour, we hear about a materials science advance that makes metal repel water, discuss black holes with Roger Penrose, learn about the health of coral reefs off the coast of Cuba, and take a tour of the Explorers Club.
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STEM, Planet Rotation, Sea Turtle Navigation, Smartphones, and Sleep
Ira and guests explore why some planets stop rotating, how ...
Ira and guests explore why some planets stop rotating, how turning off your smartphone can help you sleep better, and how sea turtles navigate using their sense of magnetism.
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Cybersecurity, Synthetic Speech, Book Club Hunts Lost Cities
A look at the science behind your digital assistant’s voice. ...
A look at the science behind your digital assistant’s voice. Plus, what’s at stake when cyber-security is compromised, and the SciFri Book Club goes in search of lost cities.
