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Exploring the coolest and most incredible stuff in science, from way back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth to a future where humans live in space! The Fun Kids Science Weekly is hosted by Dan and is the perfect science podcast for kids and families everywhere. Each week, you'll find episodes from series like Deep Space High, Age of the Dinosaurs and Professor Hallux. There's also a special guest, top experts answering all your science questions and Dangerous Dan - something scientific that’s ...
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Specific and no. Specific immune response
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The award winning Science Weekly is the best place to learn about the big discoveries and debates in biology, chemistry, physics, and sometimes even maths. From the Guardian science desk Ian Sample, Hannah Devlin & Nicola Davis meet the great thinkers and doers in science and technology. Science has never sounded so good! We'd love to hear what you think, so get in touch via @guardianaudio or [email protected]
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The week in autism research discoveries
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Get your weekly burst of scientific illumination from The Debrief’s network of rebellious journalists as they warp through the latest breaking science and tech news from the world of tomorrow. Every Tuesday, join hosts Stephanie Gerk, Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, and MJ Banias as they roundup the latest science and tech stories from the pages of The Debrief. From far-future technology to space travel to strange physics that alters our perception of the universe, The Debrief Weekly Report is mea ...
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Home of the most honest Weekly Marvel Comics Review Shows. Other Marvel podcasts can fight over Marvel movies and television shows - We love Marvel comics, and we talk about Marvel Comics! Marvel, Marvel Comics, X-Men, Star Wars, Comics, Comic Books
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Quirky, entertaining and informative, the weekly Science Update Podcast bundles five of Science Update’s award-winning 60-second radio shows together with insightful commentary from one of our producers. Since 1988, Science Update has covered the latest discoveries in science, technology, and medicine and has answered listeners’ science questions. Phone your question in to our toll-free answer line, 1-800-WHY-ISIT (949-4748) or submit it via our website, scienceupdate.com. Science Update is ...
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Just Stop Oil, the climate activism group behind motorway blockades, petrol station disruption and tomato soup attacks on major artworks, has disbanded after staging a final action in London this weekend. To find out why the group has decided to hang up the famous orange high-vis, Madeleine Finlay hears from our environment correspondent Damien Gay…
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With the International Society for Autism Research underway and a new wave of misunderstanding about scientific evidence in autism, it’s time to think about what is science, how is it conducted, and why does it take so long? Who benefits from science and how? This is just the start, but gives a quick overview of why science matters to families affe…
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FUTURE FOOD: The Amazing Science Burger 🍔🧪
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28:42It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about why studying rocks...ROCKS! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the retu…
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[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 145: X-Factor & Wolverine 400
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55:08[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 145: X-Factor & Wolverine 400 - Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies 00:00 - Intro / News 12:07 - Exceptional X-Men #8 23:06 - X-Factor #9 33:15 - Wolverine #8 /400 FOLLOW WEIRD SCIENCE …
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Lucy in the Sky with Asteroids | NASA's Trojan Flyby, Self-Healing Fungal Building Material, and Historical Colossal Squid Footage
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30:00On this week's episode of The Debrief Weekly Report, Kenna, Steph and their producer Beemo, look for Jupiter's Trojan asteroids with Lucy, NASA's far-out spacecraft. They then dive into a news story about a self-healing fungus that can be used as a building material, and then swim down into the depths to discuss the historic footage that captured o…
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Evidence of alien life, a clue about the rise of bowel cancer, and a new colour?
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20:43Madeleine Finlay and Ian Sample discuss three intriguing science stories from the week. From a hint at alien life on a distant planet to a clue in the search for answers over why colon cancer rates are rising in the under 50s, and news from scientists who claim to have found a colour no one has seen before. Help support our independent journalism a…
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MIDWEEKLY: What's The Rarest Star In The Galaxy?🌟🌌
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14:22Welcome space explorers to a trip around the solar system to answer your burning science questions! Why does our hair turn grey? Why do people hate certain foods? And what really is the rarest star in the galaxy? We also check in with Marina Ventura, who is out on a new adventure exploring energy! Today we learn all about what it is, how it works a…
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Marvel Comics Spotlight Ep 84 (LGY#584): Godzilla vs Hulk & Doctor Strange of Asgard
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48:54Marvel Comics Spotlight Ep 84 (LGY#584): Godzilla vs Hulk & Doctor Strange of Asgard - Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies The Weird Science Comics YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdScienceComics Check out our P…
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Is ‘de-extinction’ really possible?
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16:26The American biotech company Colossal Biosciences recently made headlines around the world with claims it had resurrected the dire wolf, an animal that went extinct at the end of the last ice age. But does what the company has done amount to ‘de-extinction’ or should we instead think of these pups as genetically modified versions of the grey wolves…
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ANIMAL THOUGHTS: Inside Our Pets' Minds 🐶🐱
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32:15It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about what our pets are thinking! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with what sci…
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RFK Jr’s mixed messages on vaccines
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17:53As a measles outbreak expands across the US, comments by health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr have come under scrutiny. Kennedy has said that the best way to prevent measles is to get vaccinated – but he has also caused alarm among paediatricians, vaccine experts and lawmakers by promoting vitamin A and nutrition as treatments for measles and quest…
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[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 144: Uncanny X-Men, Storm, Phoenix & More!
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1:12:55[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 143: X-Men, Hellverine, Psylocke & No Ding Sound Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies 04:57 - Astonishing X-Men #18 16:52 - Uncanny X-Men #13 38:51 - Storm #7 59:28 - Phoenix #10 FOLLOW …
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MIDWEEKLY: Can You Really Hypnotise Someone? 🌀🧠
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12:10This week, with Dan as your guide, we're covering everything you've been sending in - from what makes up the matter of the universe, to if you can really hypnotise someone! We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out what we can do to protect the supply of water in the future. Join us as we explore fascinating facts, s…
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"Psycho Salmon, Qu'est-ce que c'est?" | Pharmaceutical Water Pollution, 3D Interactive Holograms, and E-Taste
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27:30On this week's episode of The Debrief Weekly Report, Kenna and Steph, along with their feline producer, Beemo the Cat, run far far far far away from the "psycho salmon" that seem to be appearing due to pharmaceutical pollution in waterways. Next they play with some 3D holograms that have becoming interactive, and taste the latest research into 'dig…
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What 40 years as Observer science editor has taught Robin McKie
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19:43Robin McKie reflects on his 40 years as science editor for the Observer and tells Madeleine Finlay about the game-changing discoveries and scientific controversies that he’s reported on during that time. He describes how the discovery of the structure of DNA revolutionised science, what he learned about misinformation from the HIV/AIDS pandemic and…
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Marvel Comics Spotlight Ep 83 (LGY#583): Amazing Spider-Man #1, Hulk Gets Eaten & Daredevil Makes Mushrooms
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1:18:38Marvel Comics Spotlight Ep 83 (LGY#583): Amazing Spider-Man #1, Hulk Gets Eaten & Daredevil Makes Mushrooms - Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:43 - Amazing Spider-Man #1 0:33:29 - Incredible Hulk #24 …
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Microglia as a target for new interventions
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36:06There is a cell in the brain called the microglia which has been traditionally overlooked as a target for therapies. New research supported by ASF and @FraxAresearch suggests that altering the function of microglia in the brain may help support the development of healthy and functional connections in the brain that may be impaired in autism, making…
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MUMMIES UNWRAPPED: Anatomy of the Afterlife 🏺💀
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32:34It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of the past! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with the chances…
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[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 143: X-Men, Hellverine, Psylocke & No Ding Sound
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51:56[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 143: X-Men, Hellverine, Psylocke & No Ding Sound Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies 00:00 - Intro 04:06 - Infinity Comic 10:01 - X-Men #14 30:25 - Hellverine #5 39:01 - Psylocke #6 FOL…
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Streams of medicines: how Switzerland cleaned up its act
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15:54Switzerland is leading the world in purifying its water of micropollutants, a concoction of chemicals often found in bodies of water that look crystal clear. They include common medicines like antidepressants and antihistamines, but have unknown and potentially damaging consequences for human and ecosystem health. In the second of a two-part series…
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MIDWEEKLY: Can Your Coat Make You Fly? 🧥🕊️
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13:38Today we're finding out how concrete is made, why we get headaches, and why we can't use our coats like bird wings... We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out about water in space! Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of science. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidsliv…
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The Night is Dark and Full of Dire Wolves | De-extinction, AI, and Space Miso
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29:30On this week's episode of The Debrief Weekly Report, Kenna and Steph howl about dire wolves, de-extinction, and the recent news that the long lost species has just been brought back to life. They then talk artificial intelligence and their knack for humanlike bias. Lastly, they take a big bite out of space miso aboard the ISS. Every Tuesday, join h…
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Streams of medicines: what’s hiding in the UK’s waterways?
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15:55The UK is known for its national parks: areas of outstanding natural beauty with rolling hills and crystal-clear streams and lakes. But research has shown that England’s most protected rivers are full of pharmaceuticals. In episode one of a two-part series, biodiversity reporter Phoebe Weston tells Madeleine Finlay about the problem of chemical pol…
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Marvel Comics Spotlight Ep 82 (LGY#582): Five Books, Lazy Dads, Astral Plane Dreams & Science-Grabbing Villains
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2:05:46Marvel Comics Spotlight Ep 82 (LGY#582): Five Books, Lazy Dads, Astral Plane Dreams & Science-Grabbing Villains - Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies 0:00:00 - Intro 0:03:41 - Spider-Boy #18 0:17:44 - Daredevil: Cold Day In …
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NIGHT-TIME MYSTERIES: The Science of Sleep 🌙 🛌
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27:32It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about the science of sleep! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, starting with a ground-break…
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‘Parasites should get more fame’: the nominees for world’s finest invertebrate
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18:16Invertebrates don’t get the attention lavished on cute pets or apex predators, but these unsung heroes are some of the most impressive and resilient creatures on the planet. So when the Guardian opened its poll to find the world’s finest invertebrate, readers got in touch in their droves. A dazzling array of nominations have flown in for insects, a…
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MIDWEEKLY: What's the Deadliest Animal in History? 🦁💀
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15:16This week, Dan's answering your science questions! How far Uranus is from the Sun? Ever wondered how long humans have been on Earth? And perhaps the most pressing question of all: how do toasters not get hot on the outside? We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out about the impact everyday life has on our water supp…
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[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 142: X-Manhunt Omega #1 & Uncanny X-Men #12
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1:06:50[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 142: X-Manhunt Omega #1 & Uncanny X-Men #12 Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies 0:00:00 - intro 0:05:11 - Infinity comic 0:16:31 - X-Manhunt Omega #1 0:48:52 - Uncanny X-Men #12 FOLLOW …
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Pew Pew Pew! | Lasers Transform Matter, Cannabis Catastrophe, and Transparent Wood
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21:16On this week's episode of The Debrief Weekly Report, Kenna and Steph talk a new development in laser technology, and how light may be able to transform matter. Next, they take a hit on some cannabis news and a recent finding that illegal pot contains some really nefarious chemicals. Lastly, they take a "voyage home" to find transparent wood? Every …
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Keto: what’s the science behind the diet?
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17:16While other diet fads come and go, the ultra low carbohydrate Keto diet seems to endure. But as scientists begin to understand how the diet works, more is also being discovered about its risks. To find out more, Madeleine Finlay speaks to Javier Gonzalez, professor in the department of health at the University of Bath, with a special interest in pe…
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Marvel Comics Spotlight Ep 81 (LGY#581): Amazing Spider-Man, Red Hulk & Godzilla vs Fantastic Four
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1:30:51Marvel Comics Spotlight Ep 81 (LGY#581): Amazing Spider-Man, Red Hulk & Godzilla vs Fantastic Four - Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies The Weird Science Comics YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdScienceComics C…
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Catatonia is a syndrome which includes immobility, stupor, and sometimes regression in psychiatric wellness or even ability to feed or take care of ones self. This syndrome is seen in autism about 10% of the time but is is often overlooked or misdiagnosed. This may be because the symptoms are relatively rare or because catatonia is harder to detect…
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LANGUAGE SECRETS: Why We All Talk Differently 🗣️🔍
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35:51It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about why there are so many different languages across the world! Dan kicks off with the latest scie…
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[Weird Dose of X] The X-Men Podcast Ep 141: X-Force, Exceptional X-Men, Psylock & Magick
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1:14:28Keywords: Marvel Comics, Marvel, Comic Books, Comics, Marvel Comic Books, X-men, Star Wars, Spider-Man, Avengers, Fantastic Four, pop culture, television, movies The Weird Science Comics YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WeirdScienceComics Check out our Patreon Here: https://www.patreon.com/weirdscience All Weird Science Links: https://camp…
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The rise and fall of DNA testing company 23andMe
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21:49The genetic testing firm 23andMe has filed for bankruptcy, another twist in the story of a company that promised a pioneering approach to precision health. Now users are scrambling to delete their personal data, with the future ownership of the firm uncertain. To understand the highs and lows of 23andMe’s journey, Madeleine Finlay hears from the Gu…
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MIDWEEKLY: How Are Race Cars So Fast? 🏎️💨
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16:44This week, Dan's answering your science questions! Ever wondered how race cars move so fast? Why volcanoes blow their tops? Or what the oldest living thing on Earth is? We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re finding out about the impact everyday life has on our water supply... Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprisi…
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Way Down We Go | Most Accurate Ocean Map Ever, Fighting Pain, and a Revolutionary Stroke Medicine
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22:43On this week's episode of The Debrief Weekly Report, Kenna and Steph dive deep into the darkness of the ocean with NASA and France's space agency to understand how they were able to build the tools to generate ocean floor maps with incredible accuracy and detail. They then play a few brain games a new study says we can use to master pain, and talk …
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Where do our early childhood memories go?
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18:37It’s a mystery that has long puzzled researchers. Why can’t we remember our early childhood experiences? Freud called the phenomenon infantile amnesia, and for many years scientists have wondered whether it’s a result of failure to create memories or just a failure to retrieve them. Now new research appears to point to an answer. To find out more, …
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BACK FROM EXTINCTION: The Return of the Beavers 🦫🔙
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31:46It’s time for another trip around the solar system on the BIGGER and BETTER Science Weekly! In this episode of the Fun Kids Science Weekly, we answer YOUR questions, have scientists battle it out to determine which science is the best, and learn all about ecology and how it shapes everything around us! Dan kicks off with the latest science news, st…
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What a dark energy discovery means for the fate of the universe
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16:08Dark energy, the mysterious force powering the expansion of the universe, appears to be weakening over time, according to a major cosmological survey that has thrown the laws of modern physics into doubt. Ian Sample tells Madeleine Finlay how this new finding could shed light on the ultimate fate of the cosmos, and Saul Perlmutter, who won a Nobel …
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MIDWEEKLY: Why Is The Ocean Salty? 🌊🧂
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16:13This week, Dan's answering your science questions! Ever wondered why the ocean is salty, how clouds make rain, or why no two sneezes sound the same? We also check in with the Aquanauts, where this week, they’re diving into the technology that helps us save water. Join us as we explore fascinating facts, surprising discoveries, and the wonders of sc…
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