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March 29, 2024
After a controversial Alzheimer’s medication was discontinued, a new anti-amyloid drug receives extra scrutiny from the FDA. Plus, a new analysis finds that more viruses spread from humans to animals than from animals to humans. And, the science advisor for the Netflix adaptation of “The 3 Body Problem” breaks down the physics in the show.
5:19
How Election Science Can Support Democracy
The Union of Concerned Scientists has unveiled an election science task force led by experts from across the country.
12:13
The Genetic Roots Of Antibiotic Resistance
A survey of soil and animal poop samples from around the world identified 18 new species of Enterococcus bacteria.
12:19
Could A Planet Like Arrakis From ‘Dune’ Exist?
A planetary scientist compares Arrakis to real planets and analyzes whether life could exist on such a sandy, scorching-hot world.
9:55
Preparing Astronauts For The Loneliness Of A Mars Mission
In a new documentary, NASA psychologists try to find solutions for the mental health challenges of a three-year trip to Mars.
7:20
Should The Aliens In “65” Have Known About Earth’s Dinos?
In the movie “65,” an alien crashes on Earth during the Jurassic era, shocked to discover dinosaurs. An astrobiologist has questions.
17:15
With This Rare Disorder, No Amount Of Sleep Is Enough
A new book explores idiopathic hypersomnia, which causes overwhelming daytime sleepiness despite ample sleep.
17:18
A New Book Puts ‘Math in Drag’
Do you think math is boring? Drag queen Kyne is on a mission to make math fun and accessible for all.
12:12
Pythagoras Was Wrong About Music
The Greek philosopher had specific ideas about the mathematical ratios behind music. It turns out that he was wrong.
16:59
What’s Behind The Measles Outbreak In Florida?
Two pediatricians discuss the outbreak, vaccine hesitancy, and unraveling public health measures in Florida and beyond.
5:34
Farmers And Environmentalists Alike Are Excited About Biochar
This charcoal-like substance packs carbon into a stable form, making it less likely to escape into the atmosphere.