Science Quickly

Groundbreaking experiment with a pig kidney transplanted into a brain-dead human; Surgeon's personal journey and motivation for xenotransplants; Challenges in organ transplantation and the potential of pig xenotransplants; Difficulties and possibilities of pig to human xenotransplantation; Causes of heart transplant failure and the importance of pig organ transplant trials.

Discover how researchers are using weather radar to track migratory birds and help keep their paths clear of visual distraction caused by artificial light. Learn about the impact of artificial light pollution on birds and the efforts to address this issue. Explore how maps can be used to predict migratory bird movements and protect them from the detrimental effects of light pollution.

Exploring the connection between human fascination with the night skies and the bird surveillance network, analyzing nocturnal migration data, machine learning for analyzing bird call data, using computer vision and machine learning to distinguish bird species in audio recordings, challenges and advances in bird flight call identification

Discover the challenges of identifying nocturnal bird sounds and how computer software and spectrograms aid in identification. Learn about a social media group that assists in bird identification. Reflect on the journey of learning and discovering bird calls. Explore the excitement and challenges of nighttime bird surveillance and the importance of a large sample size for understanding bird populations.

Exploring the challenges and significance of recording bird migration. The early days of recording bird migration using parabolic dishes and tape recorders. The speaker's obsession with recording bird migration sounds. Identifying bird calls during migration and the progress made with experts.

Discover the fascinating world of bird migration and the nighttime bird surveillance network. Explore the mysterious phenomenon of migratory birds' nocturnal flight calls and the ongoing efforts to decipher them.

Hearing aids may help maintain better brain functions in older people, as discussed in a study. The podcast explores the barriers and stigma surrounding the use of hearing aids, highlighting the importance of overcoming them. It also discusses the implications of untreated hearing loss on cognitive decline, balance, isolation, and loneliness. The range of over-the-counter hearing aids and the connection between hearing aids and brain health are also explored.

Learn about the Chelsea Physic Garden, its collection of poisonous and medicinal plants. Explore the original purpose of the garden in teaching apothecary apprentices. Discover the story of Christie, an author influenced by her knowledge of poisons. Delve into the healing power of plants and gardens.

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Exploring the crucial role of fungi in nutrient exchange with trees and carbon storage in forests. Use of satellites and machine learning to map underground fungi. Discussion on mapping data and climate change impact on fungi and plants. Examining the potential of different fungi groups in acquiring nitrogen and the importance of accurate ecosystem monitoring.