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WEB4 days ago · In her new book, science journalist Amorina Kingdon explores the astonishing variety of sound in the ocean, and how it affects ecosystems. Step Aside, DNA. It’s RNA’s Time To Shine. The COVID vaccines proved that RNA could be extremely powerful. A new book explores even more medical applications for the tiny molecule.
Episodes Archive - Science Friday
WEBMay 3, 2024. Science Friday is live from Ames, Iowa, home to prairies, greater prairie chickens, and an array of wildlife. Plus, the co-emergence of two periodical cicada broods is underway. Scientists have tips for how to experience the event. And, as the “Universe of Art” podcast turns one, listeners discuss solar music boxes and what it ...
Shake Your Silk-Maker: The Dance of the Peacock Spider
WEBSep 19, 2014 · With their ornately colored bodies, rhythmic pulsations, and booty-shaking dance moves, male peacock spiders attract the attention of spectating females as well as researchers. One such animal behavior specialist, Madeline Girard, collected more than 30 different peacock spider species from the wilds of Australia and brought them back to her ...
Educate - Science Friday
WEBLa historia de un robot: enseñando a Clipbot sobre el cerebro humano. Embárcate en un viaje interactivo con un joven científico y su curioso robot mientras exploran el cerebro a través de emocionantes desafíos y rompecabezas. Science Friday creates free STEM activities, lessons, and resources for parents and educators.
Why Do I Get Nostalgic? - Science Friday
WEBApr 16, 2013 · The team has found that nostalgic memories typically entail cherished, personal moments, such as those spent with loved ones. Those memories, in turn, inspire positive feelings of joy, high self-regard, belonging, and meaningfulness in life. While certain smells or sights inspire nostalgia, less obvious triggers—borne from the mind rather ...
Radio - Science Friday
WEB4 days ago · Squid, octopuses, and cuttlefish use ink to confuse predators and to communicate. But there’s still a lot we don’t understand about inking. México eligió a una presidenta científica.
Articles Archive - Science Friday
WEBThis Scientist’s Memoir Charts Her Journey From Acting To Astrobiology. In her new memoir, astrobiologist Dr. Aomawa Shields describes how a quest for life in the cosmos helped her find meaning on Earth. Federal Law Makes Weed Research Complicated.
The Green Rose - Science Friday
WEBJun 9, 2015 · Known as the ‘Green Rose,’ the verdant flower is a mutated version, or a naturally occurring sport, of a regular looking pink rose called ‘Old Blush’ (a derivative of a species called Rosa chinensis ), which originated in China and was brought to Europe and the U.S. in the 1790s, according to Scanniello, who is also president of the ...
Energy Archives - Science Friday
WEBThe Best Of Science Friday, 2023. This year science reached new frontiers, and our coverage followed suit. Our staff—and audience—share their favorite SciFri creations of 2023. Read More.
The History Of Science History - Science Friday
WEBDec 7, 2017 · The History Of Science History. On October 4, 1957, Americans were shattered when Sputnik 1 launched into orbit. Fears and anxieties flared, and the space race was launched. “For us, it was one of the achievements that will show that we beat Americans in technology,” said Sergei Khrushchev, son of former Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, in ...
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