BBC Inside Science

Professor Tim Horbury, a space physicist studying solar magnetic fields, and Ramsey Faragher, a navigation expert on GNSS vulnerabilities. They discuss satellite navigation being vulnerable to jamming and spoofing. They also explore how solar storms and Solar Orbiter magnetometer data can disrupt systems and give early warnings. Short, urgent science on how we find our way and what might throw us off.

It’s exactly half a century since two Concorde jets took off from Paris and London respectively. The supersonic jet would come to define top end luxury travel. But Concorde has also been retired for nearly half that time, famously making its final flight to Bristol, UK where it was built, in 2003.What is Concorde’s engineering legacy? And will supersonic speeds ever be a reality for air travellers again?Tom Whipple is at Aerospace Bristol, back on-board Concorde which these days is stowed safely in its hangar. He meets Concorde’s former Chief Engineer John Britton. He also hears what it will take to overcome the engineering challenges of supersonic flight from Dr Kshitij Sabnis, lecturer in Aerospace Engineering at Queen Mary University of London. And speaks to founder and CEO of US start up Boom Supersonic Blake Scholl who wants to make supersonic air travel accessible to all.To discover more fascinating science content, head to bbc.co.uk, search for BBC Inside Science and follow the links to The Open University. Presenter: Tom Whipple Producer: Tim Dodd, Kate White, Clare Salisbury Editor: Martin Smith Production Co-ordinator: Jana Bennett-Holesworth

Join science journalist Jonathan Amos as he discusses NASA's Artemis 2 mission, revealing the significance of returning humans to the moon and its implications for future Mars exploration. Dr. Liz Thomas unveils the Ice Memory Sanctuary project, emphasizing the importance of preserving ice cores for climate research and what they reveal about past environments. Meanwhile, Roland Pease shares intriguing findings about Betelgeuse's hidden companion, exploring its impact on the star’s atmosphere and our understanding of stellar interactions.

Adrian Finch, a seasoned geologist from the University of St Andrews, shares insights on Greenland's valuable rare earth elements, emphasizing their significance for modern technology. Immunologist Danny Altmann discusses a groundbreaking project exploring the connections between long COVID and ME, revealing potential shared mechanisms through deep sequencing of biological samples. Roland Pease updates us on asteroid 2024 YR4's risks, while Lizzie Gibney presents intriguing science stories, including octopus-inspired synthetic skin and innovative chess analysis.

Roland Pease, a veteran science journalist, discusses the significant changes to US research funding and the practical impacts, including halted projects and scientists self-censoring due to budget cuts. Caroline Steele highlights intriguing scientific studies, including the collision risk of satellites, the longevity of quahog clams, and groundbreaking timing in immune therapy that enhances lung cancer outcomes. This rich conversation reveals how scientific leadership is eroding while diving into fascinating modern research.

Dr. Rebecca Wragg Sykes, an expert on Neanderthals, discusses groundbreaking evidence suggesting early Neanderthals made fire 400,000 years ago, shedding light on their advanced technological skills and interactions with Homo sapiens. Dr. William Perry from Cardiff University advocates for genetic modifications in farmed salmon to safeguard endangered wild populations. Lizzie Gibney reviews recent studies, including AI’s persuasive abilities and new findings on dark matter, ensuring a mix of ancient history and cutting-edge science.

Kate Bishop, a leading HIV researcher at the Francis Crick Institute, discusses promising advancements toward a 'functional' cure for HIV, focusing on broadly neutralising antibodies. Professor Ulf Büntgen from Cambridge shares intriguing links between tree rings, volcanic activity, and the historical spread of the Black Death. Roland Pease explores groundbreaking ancient DNA findings from southern Africa, revealing insights into human ancestry. Meanwhile, science broadcaster Caroline Steele highlights fascinating recent discoveries, including satellite photobombing and innovations in programmable plastics.

Claire Booth, a leading gene therapy professor at Great Ormond Street Hospital, discusses the challenges of making gene therapies more common, addressing cost and complexity. Dr. Jennifer Millard shares insights on the Atacama Cosmology Telescope's final observations of ancient cosmic light and the implications for understanding the universe. Roland Pease reports on geological developments from the Afar eruption and its connection to human evolution. Lastly, Penny Sarchet highlights recent fascinating research on brain changes and genetics in golden retrievers.

Camilla Bourne, former adviser to the COP26 president, shares her insights on the strategic language used in COP negotiations and its impact on climate diplomacy. Kit Yates, Professor of Mathematical Biology, delves into the mathematical probabilities of breaking sports records and how these relate to climate trends. Georgina Reinhard provides live updates from COP in Belém, emphasizing indigenous involvement and Brazil's political stance. Roland Pease discusses Iran's severe water crisis, exploring the environmental mismanagement behind the drought.

Dr. Chris Powell, a director at Cambridge BioPharma Consultants, discusses the potential to replace animal testing in drug development with innovative technologies. Dr. Matthias Huss, a glaciologist, reveals that Swiss glaciers have lost 25% of their ice over the past decade and shares his efforts to preserve a piece of glacier history in his freezer. Science journalist Roland Pease dives into the discovery of stellar coronal mass ejections and their implications for exoplanet habitability, showcasing the fascinating interplay of technology and nature.