Science Quickly
Scientific American
Host Rachel Feltman, alongside leading science and tech journalists, dives into the rich world of scientific discovery in this bite-size science variety show.
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Apr 7, 2015 • 3min
App Provides Pocket Time Capsule
New app called Pivot lets users see old and new images of locations as they walk. It uses GPS data and geolocation tags on archived images. The app showcases historic Palestine and Boston through a partnership with an Israeli nonprofit.
Apr 6, 2015 • 3min
Online Breast Milk Buyers May Get Cowed
The podcast discusses the issue of adulterated breast milk sold online, with 10% of samples containing cow's milk. This poses a health risk to infants allergic to cow's milk, emphasizing the need for consumer vigilance and safer alternatives.
Apr 3, 2015 • 3min
B.O. Gives Up Its Stinky Secrets
Exploring the molecule behind body odor, and how interference with Staphylococcus hominis could lead to better deodorants.
Apr 2, 2015 • 3min
Outdoor Exercise Worth Some Air Pollution Risk
A Danish study of over 50,000 adults reveals that exercising in polluted areas may not negate the health benefits of physical activity. Despite urban air pollution in Copenhagen, regular exercise still lowers the risk of death over a 17-year period.
Apr 1, 2015 • 3min
Diabetics Benefit by Biggest Meal Early
Study shows diabetics benefit from eating a big breakfast and small dinner for better glucose control.
Mar 30, 2015 • 3min
Donate Your Health Data to Medical Science
Learn about projects that allow individuals to share their genetic and health data for medical research, and the importance of expanding databases for disease understanding and treatment development.
Mar 26, 2015 • 3min
African-American Longevity Suffered after Great Migration
Exploring the impact of the Great Migration on African-American longevity, revealing lower life expectancy despite improved economic opportunities.
Mar 25, 2015 • 3min
Enceladus Might Be a Methane Hotspot
This podcast explores the potential of Saturn's moon, Enceladus, as a habitat for extraterrestrial life based on the surprising amount of methane detected by NASA's Cassini spacecraft.
Mar 24, 2015 • 3min
Malaria Parasite Attracts Mosquitoes with Perfume
The podcast discusses how the Malaria parasite attracts mosquitoes with pine-and-lemon-scented chemicals, exploring the potential for a breathalyzer test for malaria using scent molecules.
Mar 23, 2015 • 3min
See Movement Better by Bicarb
Lab tests show that bicarbonate enhances rod cell activity in the retina, improving detection of movement and potentially benefiting vision during heavy exercise by maintaining blood pH.
