The Naked Scientists Podcast The science that defined 2024
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Dec 27, 2024 Dive into the ethical debates surrounding the End of Life Bill and the global landscape of assisted dying legislation. Discover how NVIDIA is transforming AI, while astronomers nail down dark matter through the James Webb Space Telescope. Meanwhile, space exploration faces delays, contrasting with Elon Musk’s swift advancements. Learn about the alarming status of sharks alongside ancient cave art discoveries that reshape our understanding of human history. The podcast wraps up by exploring historical health disparities through stress indicators in different populations.
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UK's Assisted Dying Bill
- UK parliamentarians voted on a bill allowing terminally ill adults to end their lives.
- It's a landmark bill, focusing on dignity in death and more end-of-life choices.
NVIDIA's AI Dominance
- NVIDIA's GPUs, originally for gaming, power AI advancements.
- Their current valuation exceeds the UK's GDP, highlighting their dominance in AI hardware.
SpaceX's Starship Success
- SpaceX's Starship, more powerful than any previous launch, successfully orbited and landed.
- This achievement contrasts with NASA's delays, highlighting SpaceX's agile approach.