In this episode, the hosts discuss topics such as nuclear batteries and their applications, delays in the Artemis 2 launch, cloning monkeys and its implications, converting CO2 into carbon nanofibers, Feng Shui and energy plants, the mystery sound and elevator noise, the illusion of free will, scientific discoveries including transparent blood and biodegradable plastic, a debate over plastic durability, AI-generated fictional claim and disappointment, and the intersection of music, art, engineering, and science through OK Go's music videos.
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Quick takeaways
Avoid bringing thorny or spiky plants into your home to maintain positive energy in Feng Shui.
Researchers have developed a two-step process to convert CO2 into carbon nanofibers, holding potential for carbon capture.
Chinese researchers have achieved primate cloning success using a trophoblast replacement technique.
Common Feng Shui mistakes include placing spiky or thorny plants and using artificial plants that block energy flow.
A species of deep-sea fish in the Antarctic Ocean has transparent blood due to a lack of hemoglobin.
Deep dives
Plants to Avoid in Feng Shui
Feng Shui experts warn against bringing thorny and spiky plants into your home to avoid injury. They also advise avoiding placing spiky or pointy leaf plants next to your bed or in the partnership area of your home. The plants to avoid include yucas, cacti, dried flowers, and artificial plants.
Converting CO2 to Carbon Nanofibers
Researchers have developed a two-step process to convert atmospheric CO2 into carbon nanofibers. The process involves turning CO2 and water into carbon monoxide and hydrogen, and then using a catalytic process to convert carbon monoxide into carbon nanofibers. The potential applications of carbon nanofibers include strengthening cement and as fillers in various materials. However, the scalability, cost-effectiveness, and energy efficiency of the process are all still unknown, making it a technology that may be relevant in the future, but not yet the answer to climate change.
Cloned Monkeys and Trophoblast Replacement
Chinese researchers have successfully cloned monkeys using a trophoblast replacement technique. By transferring the inner cell mass from a cloned embryo to a non-cloned embryo, they were able to overcome the trophoblast problem that often leads to failed pregnancies. While this is a significant advancement in primate cloning, it is still a low success rate process and raises ethical concerns about animal suffering. The researchers argue that this technique could have applications in biomedical research, but it is unlikely to lead to human cloning.
Common Mistakes in Feng Shui
Experts warn against common mistakes in Feng Shui, including placing spiky or thorny plants in certain areas of the home. They advise avoiding excessive use of spiky plants and point out that artificial plants can block the flow of energy in a space, affecting it negatively. It is also important to keep artificial plants clean to maintain positive energy.
New Process for Converting CO2 to Carbon Nanofibers
Scientists have developed a process to convert atmospheric CO2 into carbon nanofibers. The process involves a two-step method, starting with carbon dioxide and water being converted into carbon monoxide and hydrogen. The carbon monoxide is then used as a catalyst to produce carbon nanofibers. While this holds potential for carbon capture, the scalability, cost-effectiveness, and energy efficiency of the process remain unknown.
Warnings about Common Feng Shui Mistakes
Experts caution against common Feng Shui mistakes, such as placing spiky or thorny plants in certain areas of the home. Additionally, they advise against using artificial plants, as they can affect the energy flow negatively in a space. It is recommended to keep artificial plants clean to maintain positive energy.
Transparent Blood in Deep Sea Fish
A recently discovered species of deep-sea fish in the Antarctic Ocean has transparent blood due to a complete lack of hemoglobin.
One-Week Decomposing Plastic
Researchers have developed a type of biodegradable plastic that decomposes completely in just one week when exposed to sunlight and air.
Goldfish Driving on Land
Researchers have successfully trained a group of goldfish to drive a small water-filled vehicle on land, demonstrating their ability to navigate in a terrestrial environment.
Interview with Robert Sapolsky; News Items: Betavolt 50 Year Battery, Moon Landing Delayed, Cloned Monkeys, Converting CO2 into Carbon Nanofibers, Bad Fen Shui; Who's That Noisy; From TikTok: Jellyfish UFO; Science or Fiction
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