The Year in Science
BBC Inside Science
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Quirks and Breakthroughs in Science
This chapter humorously explores the unusual phenomenon of orca whales wearing dead salmon as 'salmon hats' while also diving into significant contributions in science. The speakers discuss notable figures in climate advocacy, breakthrough studies in Alzheimer's research, and even the impacts of hormonal contraception on brain scans. The conversation balances light-hearted anecdotes with serious scientific dialogue, reflecting on the potential future of space colonization and alien life detection.
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