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SciFri Radio: Life Expectancy Dips for Some in the US
We'll talk with one of the authors of a new study that finds that for some people, in some parts of the US, life expectancy is on the way down, not...
SciFri Radio: Jeffrey Sachs: Common Wealth
In this segment, Ira talks with Jeffrey Sachs, author of the new book "Common Wealth: Economics for a Crowded Planet."
SciFri Radio: Water
March 22 is World Water Day. In this hour, we'll take a look at the technical and political challenges in providing clean water around the world.
SciFri Radio: Simulating an Outbreak of Pandemic Flu
What can simulations of a flu outbreak in the city of Chicago teach us about how to better respond to a real-world pandemic?
SciFri Radio: Mapping Emerging Diseases
Researchers have mapped out likely 'hot spots' for the development of emerging infectious diseases. We'll talk about the threat of outbreaks of...
SciFri Radio: Toxic Homes and Household Toxins
Ira and guests talk about dangers in common household products and in the very materials that make up your house.
SciFri Radio: Global Health on A Dollar a Day
What solutions to public health problems would make the biggest difference to people who live on under a dollar a day? Ira talks with an editor...
SciFri Radio: Multi-Drug-Resistant Infections
Drug resistant superbugs are on the rise. Doctors have identified a strain of the bacteria responsible for the common ear infection that is...
SciFri Radio: Airplane Air
Who hasn't gotten off a plane blaming the stale cabin air for their stuffy nose, dry throat, and headache?
We'll be broadcasting from Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Friday, May 16th. If you'd like to attend the broadcast, visit Wisconsin Public Radio's site for info on how to get tickets!
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Scientists report that they can look at your brain activity and predict what you're looking at. Read more about the new Nature study here.
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Conservations sue to get the giant Palouse earthworm (Driloleirus americanus)--which grows up to three feet long, smells like lilies and spits at its enemies--listed as "endangered" under the Endangered Species Act. Read more.
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Newsbrief: Sunny Delight
A new study may explain why spring can't come enough and the genes behind your sun tan.
Newsbrief: US Mortality Likely To Rise As Climate Changes
Increases in extreme hot weather due to global warming may lead to increased mortality. Which cities will be hit hardest?
Newsbrief: Spacebugs
When Salmonella goes up in space, it changes--and not for the better.
Newsbrief: Insect Attack
Some entomologists worry that insects are an overlooked avenue for terrorist attack.
