Science Quickly

Researchers find methane-eating microbes in Arctic permafrost, offering potential mitigation of carbon pollution in the region.

Chinese cave graffiti provides evidence of historical droughts, linking dated graffiti about droughts in a cave in China to physical evidence of water shortages. This discovery raises questions about the connection between climate change and Chinese dynasties' decline.

A study on interpreting whistled Turkish language reveals that both brain hemispheres are involved, challenging the left hemisphere dominance in understanding spoken language.

Experts are concerned about the high extinction rate of Hawaiian land snails, with 95% possibly already extinct. The lack of data and expertise in documenting and protecting invertebrates poses a challenge for conservation efforts.

Researchers have isolated a bacterial enzyme that can break down nicotine, potentially helping smokers quit. They discuss the results of a study using the enzyme in mouse serum, but also mention the challenges that need to be overcome before it can be used as a vaccine.

Podcast discusses how office air conditioning standards are based on men's comfort, leaving women feeling cold. Study suggests considering employees' needs to save energy and money.

Scientists study a DNA mutation in corn that allows for easier consumption of the kernels, transforming seed cases into a cob and highlighting the impact of genetic changes on food development.

Researchers have developed an ecofriendly sunscreen molecule inspired by fish slime and algae. It protects against both UV-A and UV-B rays, has hypoallergenic properties, and can be used in durable paints and plastics.

Microbes 2,500 meters below seafloor in Japan are related to bacteria thriving in forest soils on land, suggesting they are descendants of those that survived when their habitat was flooded millions of years ago.

Christopher Intagliata, a reporter specializing in health and nutrition, dives into a fascinating study involving nearly 500,000 Chinese volunteers. He reveals that those who consumed chilies just a couple of times a week enjoyed a 10% lower risk of death. The discussion highlights the potential health benefits of spicy foods while advising caution for those with sensitive stomachs. How spicy can your food be before it becomes too much? Tune in to uncover the surprising links between heat and health!