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London scientists have developed a new material called Roliner which allows amputees to adjust the fit of prosthetic limbs.Our bodies change shape during the day which can be uncomfortable for amputees if their prosthetics don’t fit properly.To find out more, we’re joined by Professor Firat Guder from Imperial’s Department of Bioengineering, one of the researchers behind Roliner. Also in this episode:Spring Statement: Rachel Reeves says £400m will be allocated to 'bring innovative technology to the front line'Could Trump cut tariffs on China to complete a TikTok deal?Why social media has been flooded with Ghibli-style AI-generated imagesAbba ‘adding a little something’ to their avatar arena showsLucky! Two medieval rings found by metal detectorists sell at auction for…  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fans of the 2015 Ridley Scott film The Martian might enjoy this one… In this episode, we’re joined by Sebastian Aristotelis, co-founder and lead architect of SAGA Space Architects. We discuss the unique challenges of designing habitats for the moon and Mars, including the importance of gravity, atmosphere, and isolation. Sebastian shares his experiences living in extreme environments on Earth to test their designs, as well as the ethical considerations of building on celestial bodies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bill Richards, a pioneering psychologist and researcher at Johns Hopkins, discusses the fascinating intersection of psychedelics and spirituality. He illuminates how substances like psilocybin can benefit mental health, particularly for cancer patients. The conversation delves into the transformative effects of psychedelics on identity and emotional healing, along with the societal taboos surrounding their use. Richards also explores how mystical experiences can promote a sense of connectedness and self-worth, potentially aiding individuals struggling with addiction and depression.

Heathrow Airport closed after a fire broke out at a single substation in West London - causing a massive power outage.In today’s episode we hear about the critical role of electrical substations in our infrastructure from Head of Technical Regulations at the Institution of Engineering and Technology Mark Coles.We also find out about the global impact of the closure of one of London’s busiest airports from Principal Research Fellow at University College London’s Air Transportation Systems Group, Dr Lynnette Dray. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After nine months on the International Space Station, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have safely returned to Earth on board a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule. We’re joined by Dr Keith Siew, Senior Research Fellow at University College London, to discuss the impact of their extended time in space and how their bodies will recover. Also in this episode:Why 79% of UK fintechs are experiencing losses of at least £500,000Lego x Pokemon is on the horizonMercedes tries out Apptronik’s AI humanoid robot Apollo on the factory floorThe Blob Fish has been named Fish of The Year in New Zealand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Extremes of temperature are often talked about as part of the concern around climate change but there is a scenario which could see the capital faced with extremely cold weather as the norm and the threat comes in part from a giant, invisible ocean current in the Atlantic.In an interview taken from our sister podcast, The Standard, climate scientist James Stewart explains more about the possibilities….This topic is part of The London Question from The London Standard. You can read James' full article by clicking here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Online Safety Act has come into force today meaning social media platforms must now remove illegal content or face massive fines. But will it actually make the internet safer? Consumer law expert Lisa Webb from Which? joins us to discuss the new rules.Also in this episode:SpaceX capsule Dragon docks at the International Space Station to bring two astronauts stuck in space homeScientists have cracked a 20-year-old mystery that could help develop treatments for Parkinson’sIs the future of computing in our glasses? Meta thinks soGoogle Assistant is disappearing – as Gemini takes overRead our full interview with Tim Peake on the ISS mission, SpaceX, and the future of space exploration.Or listen to the interview on Tech & Science Daily here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scientists have used a pioneering technique to unlock hidden details about a famous chimpanzee’s life for the first time.Using osteobiography experts have analysed the bones and tissue of Choppers, a Western chimpanzee from the PG Tips tea adverts.The findings have revealed insights about the long-term effects of captivity which can be used to improve animal welfare.We hear from National Museums Scotland researcher and lead author of the study Dr David Cooper.Also in this episode:Apple’s appeal against the UK government’s demand for encrypted data is due to be discussed in a private hearing at the High Court.Declining vaccination rates are being blamed for a worrying increase in measles casesHow drones are being used to restore Britain’s lost rainforests Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British astronaut Tim Peake joined global leaders from the space industry in London this week for the Space Comm Expo.In today’s special episode we hear from the 52-year-old, who was the first British astronaut to perform a spacewalk.Speaking to The London Standard’s Will Hosie, Tim gives his thoughts on space exploration, Elon Musk, British technology, the potential of private companies like SpaceX, and what's next for us to look forward to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Russian national has been identified as the captain of the Solong ship, which collided with a tanker carrying jet fuel earlier this week. Wildlife experts say the oil spill could have a devastating effect on wildlife. We speak to Chief Executive of the Marine Conservation Society Sandy Luk about the impact of the jet fuel spill off the Yorkshire coast.Also in this episode:London sees highest rise in ADHD prescriptions since pandemicAre slushies dangerous for kids? Researchers warn parents about glycerol intoxication.Could whales be the ocean’s unsung environmental heroes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.