Curiosity Weekly
Discovery
Welcome to Curiosity Weekly from Discovery, hosted by Dr. Samantha Yammine. Once a week, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest in scientific discoveries and break down the details so that you don’t need a PhD to understand it. From neuroscience to climate tech to AI and genetics, no subject is off-limits. Join Sam as she interviews expert guests and investigates the research guiding some of the most exciting scientific breakthroughs affecting our world today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Mar 28, 2024 • 12min
Learning From Friends, Hair & Heart, Feeding Weeds
Learn how people learn differently from friends vs. foes, the heart health benefits of a common hair loss drug, and how a weed could help solve world hunger
Mar 27, 2024 • 13min
ADHD Foraging, Pollution & Pollinators, Big Cats Listen
The podcast delves into how ADHD may have benefited ancient foragers, explores the impact of pollution on nighttime pollinators, and reveals that big cats can distinguish between familiar and unfamiliar voices.
Mar 22, 2024 • 11min
Mind-Reading, Universe’s Brightest Object, Cinnamon
Explore mind-reading devices decoding brain secrets, the universe's brightest quasar powered by a black hole, and cinnamon's potential to reduce blood glucose levels in prediabetes.
Mar 21, 2024 • 10min
Category 6, Colo-Rectal Bacteria, Meteorite Loot
Podcast discusses the need for a new hurricane category in a warming world, unique bacteria linked to young-onset colorectal cancer, and ancient treasures made from meteoritic iron. Explore the impact of climate change on storm intensity, the correlation between specific bacteria and tumors in young cancer patients, and the discovery of Bronze Age artifacts crafted with extraterrestrial metal.
Mar 20, 2024 • 13min
Stress & Immunity, Crop Resilience, Psychedelic Scale
Learn about the link between stress and immunity, how plants adapt to extreme conditions, and the resurgence of research on psychedelics. Discover how immune cells affect emotional health, the biological clock of plants, and the measurement of psychedelic experiences.
Mar 15, 2024 • 10min
Depression Temp, Cold Water Menopause, Ultrasound Sticker
This podcast discusses the link between body temperature and depression, the benefits of cold water swimming for menopausal women, and a new sticker that can detect organ failure. It explores how body temperature affects mental health and potential treatments, as well as innovative technology for monitoring internal organ health.
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Mar 14, 2024 • 10min
Psychosis Blood Test, Altitude Genes, PCOS Cognition
A new blood test predicts psychosis risk for precise treatment, gene mutations allow different populations to thrive at extreme altitudes, and polycystic ovary syndrome is linked to cognitive decline in midlife.
Mar 13, 2024 • 11min
Fentanyl Rapid Test, Lead Detector, Bach & Math
Today's podcast discusses a new rapid test for detecting fentanyl, a hyper-sensitive lead detector, and the mathematical proof that Bach was a great composer. Topics include the opioid epidemic, water quality monitoring, and the synchronization of heartbeats with classical music.
Mar 8, 2024 • 12min
Chimp Menopause, Ancient Tsunami, Sexism in Science
Female chimps experience menopause, living beyond reproductive years. Devastation of ancient tsunami on Stone Age communities. Systemic sexism in science and its impact on women researchers. Exploration of gender diversity and empowerment in STEM fields.
Mar 7, 2024 • 11min
Ovarian Cancer Treatment, Passive Learning, Lions & Ants
Breakthrough in ovarian cancer treatment using mRNA, passive learning accelerates skill acquisition, invasive ant alters lion's diet - all discussed in this engaging podcast.
