Curiosity Weekly

Learn how microgravity affects sleep and physiological rhythms, the origins of bioluminescence in octocorals, and the truth about women's synchronized menstrual cycles. Discover the challenges astronauts face in maintaining normal sleep patterns in space, the evolutionary timeline of bioluminescence in corals, and the debunking of the myth of menstrual synchrony among women.

Discover the extreme conditions on Venus that could offer clues about life beyond Earth, the importance of indigenous cultural fire burning for healthier forests, and the fascinating phenomenon of Auto-Brewery Syndrome where people brew beer in their stomachs.

Learn about the regenerative effects of thistle extract on damaged nerves, synthetic lab-made cells, and new insights into language development in people with autism. Explore the potential of thistle extract for nerve regeneration, the creation of artificial cells mimicking living cells, and the distinct language comprehension phenotypes in autistic children.

Discover a new way to purify water through walking, robots operated by metafluid, and bumblebees with astonishing underwater survival skills. Explore innovative solutions for clean water, adaptable metafluid technology, and the resilience of bumblebee queens.

Explore the history of dragons and the symbolic significance across different cultures. Learn about the creation of a single-atom thick gold layer and the innovation in two-dimensional gold semiconductors. Discover a new low-pressure method for growing diamonds and its potential applications in various industries.

Discover new tech that turns CO2 into electricity, genes behind cancer metastasis, and zebrafish's incredible heart healing abilities. Learn how carbon sequestration could combat climate change, cancer cells' shapeshifting tactics, and the regenerative powers of zebrafish hearts.

Discover the genetic factors of left-handedness, tree adaptations to withstand heat waves, and the possibility of life under Europa's icy surface. Dive into brain symmetry, climate change impact on trees, and exciting prospects for habitability on Jupiter's moon.

Explore how our perception of old age is shifting, the impact of maternal sensitivity on infant brain responses, and the structured living habits of Neanderthals. Discover the changing societal views on aging, the link between responsive caregiving and emotional resilience in babies, and the similarities in spatial organization between Neanderthals and modern humans.

Today, you’ll learn about a new class of antibiotics that kills drug-resistant bugs, a water pollution test that can tell scientists where the pollution came from, and spiders that collaborate.   New Antibiotics  “New antibiotic class effective against multidrug-resistant bacteria.” Uppsala Universitet. 2024.  “10 reasons YOU should be worried about antibiotic resistance.” by Diane Ashiru-Oredope. 2014.  “What You Need to Know About a Klebsiella pneumoniae Infection.” by Kirsten Nunez. 2022.  “Antibiotic class with potent in vivo activity targeting lipopolysaccharide synthesis in Gram-negative bacteria.” by Douglas L. Huseby, et al. 2024.   H2O Pollution Test  “New approach to monitoring freshwater quality can identify sources of pollution, and predict their effects.” University of Cambridge. 2024.  “7 Effects Of Water Pollution.” AtlasScientific. 2023.  “Chemodiversity in freshwater health.” by Andrew J. Tanentzap & Jeremy A. Fonvielle. 2024.   Cooperative Camouflage  “In a first, these crab spiders appear to collaborate, creating camouflage.” by Saugat Bolakhe. 2024.  “Crab Spider.” A-Z Animals. N.d. “Male and female crab spiders ‘cooperate’ to mimic a flower.” by Shi-Mao Wu & Jiang-Yun Gao. 2024.   Follow Curiosity Daily on your favorite podcast app to get smarter with Calli and Nate — for free! Still curious? Get exclusive science shows, nature documentaries, and more real-life entertainment on discovery+! Go to https://discoveryplus.com/curiosity to start your 7-day free trial. discovery+ is currently only available for US subscribers.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bird dreams, whales impacted by ocean noise pollution, and fruit-eating birds saving tropical forests are discussed in this intriguing podcast. Discover the secrets of bird dreams, the harmful effects of noise pollution on whale migration, and the crucial role of fruit-eating birds in maintaining biodiversity and carbon storage in forests.