Zack Savitsky
Freelance science journalist specializing in the physical sciences. He wrote about condensed matter physicists and their growing understanding of so-called strange metals.
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May 22, 2025 • 41min
Strange metals and our own personal ‘oxidation fields’
Zack Savitsky, a freelance science journalist, delves into the enigmatic world of strange metals, discussing how their unique electron behavior could pave the way for room-temperature superconductors. Nora Zannoni, a postdoctoral researcher, returns to explore how personal oxidation fields interact with common products like hand lotion, impacting indoor air quality. Their intriguing conversation unveils connections between quantum physics and everyday life, revealing the hidden science behind the air we breathe and the products we use.
Feb 8, 2024 • 31min
A new kind of magnetism, and how smelly pollution harms pollinators
Researchers discuss a new kind of magnetism in nature that could lead to advancements in electronics. They also explore how air pollution affects pollinators and their activities, potentially disrupting nocturnal plant-pollinator interactions. The episode highlights the impact of smelly pollution on wildlife and the degradation of floral scents by pollutants.
Dec 22, 2023 • 40min
The hunt for a quantum phantom, and making bitcoin legal tender
Freelance science journalist Zack Savitsky and host Sarah Crespi discuss the hunt for the elusive Majorana fermion particle, and the mysterious disappearance of its namesake. Professor Diana Van Patten discusses El Salvador's adoption of bitcoin as legal tender and the results of this decision. They explore the challenges and potential benefits of using cryptocurrency in daily transactions.
