Science Quickly

Discover how ravens communicate and size up other individuals through their calls, uncovering the social dynamics among these clever birds stealing food near a zoo in the Austrian Alps.

A study combines multiple data sources to understand the spread of influenza in the US. It reveals the flu's emergence in warm, humid conditions and its rapid spread due to high social connectivity, similar to a wildfire.

Congresswoman Louise Slaughter from Upstate New York discusses her legislative efforts to restrict antibiotic overuse in livestock farming for human consumption, emphasizing the risks and need for preserving antibiotics.

Christopher Intagliata, a reporter specializing in climate issues, dives into surprising climate connections. He discusses how warmer Arctic temperatures may be causing unusual cold snaps in lower latitudes. The conversation highlights the role of polar vortex disruptions, painting a complex picture of our climate system. Intagliata sheds light on over six decades of temperature and snowfall data, revealing fascinating insights about weather patterns and their interconnectedness.

The podcast explores the relationship between the whipworm parasite and the host's gut microbiome, highlighting how the parasite acquires and manipulates the microbiome to its advantage.

Drones help biologists count birds more accurately, saving time and effort while yielding better data for conservation efforts.

A protein in saliva could potentially inhibit gut infections and diseases caused by E. coli by preventing bad bugs from binding to intestinal cells.

The search for exoplanets is heating up! Researchers are diving into the exciting possibility of mountains on these distant worlds. They're using innovative techniques to study shadows and unlock secrets about geological processes. What could these findings mean for our understanding of other planets? Discover how these advancements could change our view of the universe!

Study reveals that humans can use echolocation like bats, adjusting their clicking behavior to improve perception of the environment.

Discover the fascinating dual-purpose of animal coloration with the cinnabar moth caterpillar, whose bright orange and black stripes warn predators up close and camouflage from a distance.