7:37
A Water Widget For The World’s Driest Places
A new device collects water vapor in low humidity environments using the power of the sun.
9:10
Physics Is Untying Your Shoelaces
Researches investigated the forces created by walking that lead to untied shoelaces.
6:17
Saturn’s Moon Enceladus Becomes A Top Candidate For Life
The moon’s plumes contain evidence of hydrothermal activity…which on Earth support thriving ecological communities.
Hr2: Giant Virus, Radio Astronomy, SETI, Lyme
Giant viruses evolved from smaller viruses that picked up genes from other organisms, according to a new study. Plus, a look at the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, and the challenges of listening to the stars from a planet filled with radio transmissions. And as incidence of Lyme disease soars, scientists look for answers.
Hr1: News Roundup, Noise, Michael Mann, Mars Wheels, Splashing
Michael Mann discusses his participation on the latest House Committee on Science hearing on climate change. Plus a visit to the playground where Mars rovers are put through their paces, and how one researcher peers deep inside sneezes to answer questions about disease transmission.
7:22
How Trump Is Letting Internet Providers Sell Your Data
Plus, why spinach makes the heart grow stronger and the return of the Tasmanian Tiger.
4:37
City Noise Could Quiet The Brain For Some
The roar of airplanes and highway traffic hits the ears of 97 percent of Americans. There are negative effects of noise, as well as an unexpected silver lining.
17:10
Conveying Science Across Partisan Lines
Michael Mann discusses his participation on the latest House Committee on Science hearing on climate change.
9:13
To Build A Wheel That Lasts, Test On Mars
A visit to the playground where Mars rovers are put through their paces.
7:59
The Anatomy Of A Splash
One researcher peers deep inside sneezes…coughs…and flushing toilets to answer questions about disease transmission.