The Naked Scientists Podcast

Blood clot breakthrough, and a fossil forgery

Feb 23, 2024
Exploring ancient DNA to uncover genetic disorders like Down syndrome in prehistoric humans, insights into whale communication and adaptation, breakthrough treatment for blood clots targeting plasmin enzyme, and uncovering a phony 300-million-year-old reptile fossil forgery.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Ancient DNA Analysis and Treatment of Down Syndrome
02:14 • 2min
3
Advancements in Ancient DNA Research and Insights into Health Conditions of the Past
04:01 • 2min
4
Whale Communication and Evolutionary Adaptation
05:45 • 4min
5
Addressing Man-Made Marine Noise Impact on Whale Communication
09:22 • 2min
6
Rebalancing Blood Clotting and Revealing Fossil Forgery
10:55 • 13min
7
Impacts of Emissions and Climate on Global Warming
23:54 • 5min