BBC Inside Science

Neuroscientists discuss Neuralink's brain chips, zoologist explores drug effects on frogs, astrophysicist explains measuring galaxy distances, and doctor covers blood groups in an engaging episode.

Experts Laura Piddock and Margaret McCartney discuss the ongoing challenges of antibiotic resistance. Marine biologist Helen Scales predicts future ocean changes. Cosmologist Andrew Pontzen talks about black holes. Food scientist Stuart Farrimond explains the EU ban on smoky flavored crisps.

Science presenter Liz Bonnin and science journalist Ginny Smith discuss the mystery of why we need to sleep, challenging existing theories. Professor Andrea Sella reveals the properties of the rare element promethium. Professor Liana Zanette explains how animals fear human voices more than other predators. Expert Megan Rossi tackles a listener question on gut bacteria diversity in well-traveled individuals.

Liz Bonnin discusses the potential of micro nuclear reactors for achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The evolution of eggs in the animal kingdom and public perception of micro nuclear reactors are explored. Dr. Alexandra Freeman's appointment to the House of Lords and the importance of evidence communication are highlighted.

Professor Robin Lovell-Badge discusses gene therapy breakthroughs for deafness, sickle cell disease, and immune deficiencies. Laura Wilcox explains the impact of volcanoes on weather. Physicist Martin Bencsik reveals how honeybees communicate through vibrations. Jim Al-Khalili talks about solar flares and Earth's protection.

Wastewater experts Simon Evans and Ali Morse discuss the environmental impacts of treated sewage, highlighting its contribution to pollution. Biologist Cindy Engel explores animals' self-medicating behavior in the wild. Harry Witchel predicts Eurovision winners based on song criteria.

Explore the neglected conservation of 'ugly' animals, the significance of bug splats in measuring insect populations, and the exciting scientific prospects of asteroid Apophis. Guests Linda Geddes and Barbara Kasprzyk-Hordern provide unique insights on these fascinating topics.

Kenyan waste picker John Chweya and plastics scientist Steve Fletcher discuss plastic pollution impact and solutions. Science journalist Florence Williams delves into heartbreak research. Dr. Lara Cassidy reveals Avar empire discoveries from ancient DNA. Dr. Erica McAlister defends flies as pollinators.

Astrophysicist Dr. Chris North discusses the need to rethink the Lambda Cold Dark Matter model in cosmology. Climate anxiety, bee resilience to flooding, and supporting bee populations are also explored, along with a unique symphony created from climate data.

Dr. Tom Peacock discusses alarming bird flu outbreak in cows, raising concerns over human transmission risks. Space physicist Dr. Nathaniel Frissell explains studying solar eclipse via radio waves. Astrophysicist Dr. Rebecca Smethurst talks about rare binary star system T Coronae Borealis exploding, visible for a limited time. BBC reporter Georgina Rannard shares scientific research during the solar eclipse event.