Sophie Bushwick

Sophie Bushwick, Senior News Editor at New Scientist, and Dr. Axel Krieger, a medical robotics expert from Johns Hopkins, delve into critical issues affecting our planet. They discuss the Trump administration's attempt to revoke vital EPA findings on greenhouse gases and the potential fallout for environmental policies. Bushwick also highlights exciting discoveries about exoplanet life and new energy solutions with rust-based batteries. Krieger shares the groundbreaking achievement of a robot performing autonomous surgery, showcasing a leap in medical technology.

Sophie Bushwick, Senior News Editor at New Scientist, and Shahla Farzan, a science journalist with American Public Media, dive into recent changes in the CDC vaccine panel, discussing the implications of adding vaccine skeptics. They also tackle high-stakes topics like SpaceX’s Starlink satellite interference with radio astronomy, innovative water extraction technologies, and groundbreaking advances in brain-computer interfaces for communication. Plus, they explore the challenges of cleaning up Superfund sites amid political pressure and funding cuts.

Sophie Bushwick, Senior News Editor at New Scientist, and Sandor Mulsow, a marine geologist at Austral University, dive into critical issues in science today. They discuss proposed NASA budget cuts that could cripple key projects while diverting funds to lunar and Martian missions. Meanwhile, an executive order fast-tracks deep-sea mining, raising environmental and geopolitical concerns. Mulsow highlights the potential impact on marine ecosystems, framing a larger debate on our ethical responsibilities toward ocean health.