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New Solution for Less Pollution - Episode 827 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.502823
October 16, 2017 - New leather manufacturing process produces less pollution.
ListenNew Cancer Treatment Thanks To Chinese Ink - Episode 828 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.497511
October 18, 2017 - Ancient Chinese ink could lead to new types of cancer treatment.
ListenHow to Detect Fake Fish - Episode 829 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.492338
October 19, 2017 - Protein database could help detect ‘fake’ fish.
ListenThe ‘Champagne’ of Beef - Episode 830 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.486892
October 23, 2017 - Researchers unmask key odorants in the ‘champagne’ of beef.
ListenHotter Than the Dickens: A Tale of Spontaneous Combustion - Episode 831 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.481282
October 25, 2017 - In this Halloween feature episode, learn how a Dickens novel ignited a Victorian chemical controversy.
ListenNew Surprises for Genes in Bacteria - Episode 832 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.475524
October 26, 2017 - Scientists detect a surprising source for antibiotic resistant genes in bacteria.
Listen‘New Hope’ in Fighting Blood Cancers - Episode 833 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.470235
October 30, 2017 - Discovery offers clues to overcoming drug-resistance in blood cancers.
ListenA ‘Sticky’ Situation Between Personal Care Products - Episode 834 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.464798
November 01, 2017 - A compound banned in soaps products, sticks around.
ListenNew ‘Popular’ Energy-Storage Method - Episode 835 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.459382
November 02, 2017 - Burned popcorn inspires quest for new energy-storage material.
ListenNew Discoveries on Nicotine - Episode 836 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.454102
November 06, 2017 - Gender and gut differences could influence nicotine’s hold.
ListenStop and Smell the Guano: How Fertilizers Saved the World - Episode 837 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.448685
November 08, 2017 - A little more than a hundred years ago, the world's fast-growing population was outstripping humanity's ability to feed itself. Mass starvation was only averted when a pair of b...
ListenSperm Wars - Episode 838 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.443131
November 09, 2017 - ‘Star Wars’ parody inadvertently produces something scientifically useful.
ListenViruses That Can Kill Bacteria - Episode 839 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.437718
November 13, 2017 - Viruses embedded in new ‘sugar-glass’ coating could help kill bacteria found in food.
ListenThe Fight against Carcinogens Heats Up - Episode 840 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.420101
November 15, 2017 - Firefighting increases exposure to carcinogens.
ListenNew way To Protect Streams and Rivers - Episode 841 from 2023-12-12T16:54:43.414037
November 16, 2017 - Mussels could help keep dirty water from fouling streams and rivers.
ListenEpisode 261 - September 4 2012 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.582668
How science is helping to correct injustices and set the innocent free. A potent compound in red wine could help prevent falls among older people. Scientists could soon make it easier for all of us...
ListenEpisode 374 - June 02 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.143377
New 'smart' coating could help cleanup oil spills.
ListenEpisode 375 - June 04 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.140995
Study links liquid soap ingredient to increased risk of breast cancer.
ListenEpisode 376 - June 05 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.138322
Chemical sensors could help rescuers locate missing people in rubble.
ListenEpisode 377 - June 09 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.135604
Discovery could dampen fire risk in lithium-ion batteries.
ListenEpisode 378 - June 11 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.133047
New test could speed diagnosis of hepatitis C.
ListenEpisode 379 - June 12 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.130527
Researcher question emergency water treatment guidelines.
ListenEpisode 380 - June 16 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.128040
Scientist move closer to a practical way of storing vast amounts of hydrogen fuel.
ListenEpisode 381 - June 18 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.125779
Vitamin C could reduce risks associated with cardiovascular stents.
ListenEpisode 382 - June 19 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.122939
White, bright and sustainable: researchers help cotton make a fashion statement.
ListenEpisode 384 - June 25 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.082063
Scientists reveal how a deadly bacteria eludes detection in the body.
ListenEpisode 385 - June 26 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.079315
White bread encourages growth of 'good' microbes in gut.
ListenEpisode 386 - June 30 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.077063
New analytical technique could enhance detection of illicit drugs in communities.
ListenEpisode 387 - July 02 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.074468
New technique could help identify inks without harming historic documents.
ListenEpisode 388 - July 03 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.072036
Chemists explain the science behind the 'rockets' red glare and the bombs bursting in air'.
ListenEpisode 389 - July 07 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.069503
Pavement sealant ban lessens environmental risks.
ListenEpisode 390 - July 9 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.067033
New wound-healing material keeps bacteria in check.
ListenEpisode 391 - July 10 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.064789
Female scientists can finally say, "Toys are Us!"
ListenEpisode 392 - July 14 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.062337
Female scientists can finally say, "Toys are Us!"
ListenEpisode 393 - July 16 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.059751
Researchers unlock a secret hidden in a material older than the dinosaurs
ListenEpisode 394 - July 17 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.057372
Protein in squid tentacles could lead to creation of new eco-frinedly materials
ListenEpisode 395 - July 21 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.054357
Used bubble wrap could find new life as medical testing equipment.
ListenEpisode 396 - July 23 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.048818
Scientists close in on a way to corral stink bugs.
ListenEpisode 397 - July 24 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.046369
New glass surface could make life easier for mobile device users.
ListenEpisode 398 - July 28 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.043832
Nano liquids could help prevent computers and other electronic devices from overheating.
ListenEpisode 399 - July 30 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.041622
"Green buildings" could improve health of low-income residents.
ListenEpisode 400 - July 31 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.038500
Supreme Court rules on jilted scientist's "act of war."
ListenEpisode 401 - August 04 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.034889
Scientists predict which sewer pipes might raise a stink.
ListenEpisode 402 - August 06 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.031646
Tiny DNA pyramids could help eradicate harmful bacteria.
ListenEpisode 403 - August 07 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:43.028462
Self-healing paint could eliminate automotive scratches.
ListenEpisode 404 - August 25 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.982216
New process could transform landfill gases into useful fuel.
ListenEpisode 405 - August 27 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.979714
Test could detect unwanted fillers in coffee.
ListenEpisode 406 - August 28 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.977505
Sweat power could charge up smart phones, other devices.
ListenEpisode 407 - September 2 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.974925
Venom gets good buzz as a potential cancer-fighter.
ListenEpisode 408 - September 3 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.972727
Scientists close in on a way to diminish nut allergies.
ListenEpisode 409 - September 4 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.970159
ACS Meeting highlights global sustainability.
ListenEpisode 410 - September 8 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.965438
Flexible covering could dampen burn infection risk.
ListenEpisode 411 - September 10 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.962828
Sniffing out smuggled cash without dogs.
ListenEpisode 412 - September 11 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.960080
Cyborg science digs into the brain.
ListenEpisode 413 - September 15 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.957825
3-D printers could make organs for transplant readily available.
ListenEpisode 414 - September 17 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.955165
New scanner could improve brain cancer surgery outcomes.
ListenEpisode 415 - September 18 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.952946
Spray-on baking is a piece of cake.
ListenEpisode 416 - September 22 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.950479
Mexican plant extract could change how perfumes are made.
ListenEpisode 417 - September 24 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.947925
Organic or not? Chemists help sort out food controversy.
ListenEpisode 418 - September 25 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.945645
New process could help police make a splash in war on drugs.
ListenEpisode 419 - September 29 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.943108
Waste not, want not: scientists discover way to transform leftover food into chairs, rugs.
ListenEpisode 420 - October 1 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.940802
Two popular cooking herbs could one day help some people control type-2 diabetes.
ListenEpisode 421 - October 2 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.938186
Scientists close in a way to make colorful plastics the way nature intended.
ListenEpisode 422 - October 6 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.935514
Energetic researchers seek to develop potent new batteries.
ListenEpisode 423 - October 8 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.933310
Bird-inspired fog collector could help quench thirst in arid regions.
ListenEpisode 424 - October 9 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.930762
Scientists reexamine what triggers depression in the brain.
ListenEpisode 425 - October 13 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.928110
Sunscreen ingredients could harm ocean's tiniest inhabitants.
ListenEpisode 426 - October 15 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.925676
'Electronic skin' could help doctors detect breast cancer earlier.
ListenEpisode 427 - October 16 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.923010
Researcher make progress toward 24-7 diabetes monitoring device.
ListenEpisode 428 - October 20 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.920717
Scientists take strides toward Ebola vaccine.
ListenEpisode 429 - October 22 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.883363
Researchers seek to unravel mysteries of avant-garde cuisines.
ListenEpisode 430 - October 23 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.880048
Breathtaking new technique could help detect disease in bottlenose dolphins.
ListenEpisode 431 - October 27 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.877639
Scientists discover a way to potentially repair liver damage without surgery.
ListenEpisode 432 - October 29 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.875170
Discarded cell phones and other electronic waste 'flooding' into developing countries.
ListenEpisode 433 - October 30 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.873007
New skin patch takes the sting out of blood testing.
ListenEpisode 434 - November 03 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.870471
Advance could lead to better, more flexible display screens.
ListenEpisode 435 - November 05 2014 from 2022-03-07T13:08:42.868041
Olive oil better seed oils for frying.
ListenEpisode 823 - Chemists Stand Up for Human Rights from 2022-03-07T13:08:40.176651
October 05, 2017 - Chemists speak out against sexual harassment.
ListenEpisode 824 - ‘Better’ Sustainable Process for Biofuel from 2022-03-07T13:08:40.174392
October 09, 2017 - Sustainable process transforms olive mill wastewater into biofuel.
ListenEpisode 382 - June 19 2014 from 2022-02-22T08:03:13.786374
White, bright and sustainable: researchers help cotton make a fashion statement.
ListenEpisode 823 - Chemists Stand Up for Human Rights from 2022-02-22T08:03:12.693425
October 05, 2017 - Chemists speak out against sexual harassment.
ListenEpisode 748 - The Little Black Dress from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 02, 2017 - Science and fashion come together in the latest version of the ‘little black dress'.
ListenEpisode 492 - April 23 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists make a splash in the quest to find new treatments for drug-resistant tuberculosis.
ListenEpisode 747 - Lizard Blood Medicine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 01, 2017 - Substances in lizard blood could lead to the development of new antibiotics.
ListenEpisode 491 - April 22 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Say cheese: how one of France’s favorite foods could help explain the French paradox.
ListenEpisode 746 - New Heating Pad from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 27, 2017 - New see-through heating pad could help prevent burns.
ListenEpisode 490 - April 20 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Discarded CDs and DVDs could help trap greenhouse gases.
ListenEpisode 745 - New Depression Disorder from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 23, 2017 - Researchers explore how depression can jumble up our thinking.
ListenEpisode 489 - April 16 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists unveil tasty tidbit: more flavorful, healthier chocolate.
ListenEpisode 744 - New Discovery in Flint Water Crisis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 22, 2017 - Scientists reexamine what really triggered the water crisis in Flint, Michigan.
ListenEpisode 488 - April 15 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Allergies becoming more common, are air pollutants to blame?
ListenEpisode 743 - New Wearable Electronics from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 20, 2017 - Green tea extracts could be used to power wearable electronics.
ListenEpisode 487 - April 13 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Squid-inspired ‘invisibility cloak’ could help soldiers evade detection.
ListenEpisode 742 - New Artificial Cells from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 16, 2017 - Scientists try to get real and artificial cells ‘talking’ to each other.
ListenEpisode 486 - April 09 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientist create anti-obesity molecule.
ListenEpisode 741 - New Nano Fertilizer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 15, 2017 - Nanoparticle fertilizer could revolutionize agriculture in developing countries.
ListenEpisode 485 - April 08 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In their own words: Scientists share their work at the ACS Meeting.
ListenEpisode 740 - Opioid Addiction Solution from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 13, 2017 - Weight-loss drug could help clamp down on opioid addiction.
ListenEpisode 484 - April 06 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Vitamin D could help slow or reverse growth of certain prostate cancers.
ListenEpisode 739 - A Cost-effective Way to Diagnose Diseases from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 09, 2017 - New technique could expand the number of diseases doctors can diagnose without expensive lab tests.
ListenEpisode 483 - March 19 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists detect changes in gluten after cooking.
ListenEpisode 738 - The 'Bright' Side of Peacocks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 08, 2017 - Peacocks inspire ‘greener’ way to dye clothes.
ListenEpisode 482 - March 18 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
‘Smart glue made from DNA might eventually be used to make body parts
ListenEpisode 737 - The ‘Smart’ Patch from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 06, 2017 - Scientists develop ‘smart’ patch potentially capable of delivering insulin automatically when needed.
ListenEpisode 481 - March 16 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Silk could be key material in next generation of sustainable batteries.
ListenEpisode 736 - The Stench in Wine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 02, 2017 - Researchers help wine makers solve a stinky problem.
ListenEpisode 480 - March 12 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New flexible cloth nano generator could make wearable electronics more practical.
ListenEpisode 735 - New Discoveries in Marijuana Compounds from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
February 01, 2017 - Scientists develop better way to measure marijuana compounds in breast milk.
ListenEpisode 479 - March 11 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Music festival drug found in nearby rivers, streams.
ListenEpisode 734 - 'Heavenly fruit’s Smell' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 30, 2017 - New study reveals secrets behind a heavenly fruit’s hellish smell.
ListenEpisode 478 - March 09 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists reveal secrets hidden in shipwrecked beer.
ListenEpisode 733 - Life Beyond the Stars from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 26, 2017 - Researchers ramp up efforts to detect life on other worlds.
ListenEpisode 477 - March 05 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What health officials and police are doing to crack down on counterfeit pharmaceuticals.
ListenEpisode 732 - New Disease Detector from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 25, 2017 - New device could help doctors sniff out disease.
ListenEpisode 476 - March 04 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists close in on way to fend off a notorious ‘superbug’.
ListenEpisode 731 - 'Firework Fuel' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 19, 2017 - Power-packed fireworks could lead to the development of new alternative fuels.
ListenEpisode 475 - March 02 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Where you live could help determine how far you can go in an electric car.
ListenEpisode 730 - 'Poop perfume' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 19, 2017 - ‘Poop perfume’ could help stem disease outbreaks in developing countries.
ListenEpisode 474 - February 26 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Health concerns about e-cigarettes on the rise.
ListenEpisode 729 - New Tattoo medicine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 18, 2017 - New ink could allow tattoos used in medicine to disappear after treatment.
ListenEpisode 473 - February 25 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New technique to root out hair dye could help police solve crimes.
ListenEpisode 728 - 3-D Ice Crystals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 16, 2017 - 3-D technique reveals how ice crystals really form.
ListenEpisode 472 - February 23 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Smart phones could lead to more precise air pollution measurement.
ListenEpisode 727 - Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 12, 2017 - Scientists detect possible biomarker for Alzheimer’s disease.
ListenEpisode 471 - February 19 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Edible satellites: an out-of-this-world dining experience
ListenEpisode 726 - New Technique for Blood Supplies from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 11, 2017 - New technique could speed access to blood supplies during emergencies.
ListenEpisode 470 - February 17 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Discovery could lead to better tires, lower auto emissions
ListenEpisode 725 - High-tech Batteries from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
January 09, 2017 - Seawater could help power the next wave of high-tech batteries.
ListenEpisode 469 - February 12 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is the medical eyedropper on its way out?
ListenEpisode 724 - December 22, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Giving robots, prosthetics more of that human touch.
ListenEpisode 468 - February 11 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Cleaner-burning wood chips may be on the horizon.
ListenEpisode 723 - December 21, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Red cabbage microgreens: A potent bad cholesterol fighter.
ListenEpisode 467 - February 09 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tiny robotic 'hands' could improve cancer diagnostics, drug delivery.
ListenEpisode 722 - December 19, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Copying the properties of bug eyes to make clothing, signs brighter.
ListenEpisode 466 - February 05 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Telling your eyeglasses to change into sunglasses.
ListenEpisode 721 - December 15, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fast-cooking dry beans, quick way to better nutrition.
ListenEpisode 465 - February 04 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Beer hops could fight Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
ListenEpisode 720 - December 14, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Vaccines could one day reduce fatal opioid overdoses.
ListenEpisode 464 - February 02 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Color-changing film could uncover chemical weapons.
ListenEpisode 719 - December 12, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Baby teethers contain low levels of BPA.
ListenEpisode 463 - January 29 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Vaccine could dampen urge to use cocaine.
ListenEpisode 718 - December 08, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Flavors in e-cigarettes could be a problem.
ListenEpisode 462 - January 28 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Orange juice might be healthier than we thought.
ListenEpisode 717 - December 07, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New urine test shows just how tired you are.
ListenEpisode 461 - January 26 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Smart keyboard could help tighten online security.
ListenEpisode 716 - December 05, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Smarter solar windows that can block light – and power devices.
ListenEpisode 460 - January 22 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New hospital gown keeps patients backsides covered.
ListenEpisode 715 - December 01, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New lab technique could speed diagnosis of certain diseases.
ListenEpisode 459 - January 21 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Consumers, EPA wrangle over proposed pesticide rule.
ListenEpisode 714 - November 30, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Faster skis could be coming to a slope near you.
ListenEpisode 458 - January 19 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tattoo-like sensor could take the ‘stick’ out of blood sugar testing.
ListenEpisode 713 - November 28, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bike bandits, beware: this lock is so sick.
ListenEpisode 457 - January 15 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Finding could help keep a man-made marvel white and bright.
ListenEpisode 712 - November 17, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Studying yawning cats could tell us about their brains.
ListenEpisode 456 - January 14 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Innovative material could dampen pain caused by sensitive teeth.
ListenEpisode 711 - November 16, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Diagnosing diabetes could soon be just a breath away.
ListenEpisode 455 - January 12 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New clothing material could help save energy while keeping us warm.
ListenEpisode 710 - November 14, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The hidden environmental costs of hydroelectric power revealed.
ListenEpisode 454 - January 08 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers develop potentially safer, more effective cancer-fighting molecules.
ListenEpisode 709 - November 10, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New device could more accurately detect potentially harmful compounds in beer.
ListenEpisode 453 - January 07 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New evidence suggests hydraulic fracking might have lingering effects on drinking water.
ListenEpisode 708 - November 09, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Is this the end of the paper trail? The rewriting is on the wall.
ListenEpisode 452 - January 05 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
‘Electronic skin’ gets a major touch-up.
ListenEpisode 707 - November 07, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How scrap metal could lead to better ways to store solar energy.
ListenEpisode 451 - December 18 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Seawater greenhouses could help plants thrive in desert.
ListenEpisode 706 - November 03, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fruit protein could replace high-frutose corn syrup and sugar.
ListenEpisode 450 - December 17 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New ‘smart’ windows cool without blocking the view.
ListenEpisode 705 - November 02, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Could edible bugs really replace beef on our dinner plates?
ListenEpisode 449 - December 15 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientist combing for baldness cure find possible solution.
ListenEpisode 704 - October 31, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New class of molecules could fend off drug-resistant bacteria.
ListenEpisode 448 - December 11 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New treatment could potentially neutralize common allergens linked to asthma attacks.
ListenEpisode 703 - October 27, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Magazine unwraps the truth behind the plastics conundrum.
ListenEpisode 447 - December 10 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Worm could help world “recycle" unwanted plastic.
ListenEpisode 702 - October 26, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researcher use shadows to investigate how some insects walk on water.
ListenEpisode 446 - December 08 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists take a big step toward an artificial leaf capable of producing hydrogen fuel.
ListenEpisode 701 - October 24, 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists optimize biofuel production from algae using carbon dioxide emissions.
ListenEpisode 445 - December 04 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Blueberries may not improve night vision.
ListenEpisode 700 - October 20 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New five pound note tests Britain’s legendary stick-to-itiveness.
ListenEpisode 444 - December 03 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hydraulic fracking linked to higher levels of groundwater pollution.
ListenEpisode 699 - October 19 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New measuring technique could more accurately assess gluten levels in food.
ListenEpisode 443 - December 01 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Cleaner heating oils could help prevent health problems.
ListenEpisode 698 - October 17 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists detect possible connection between Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.
ListenEpisode 442 - November 20 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Artificial retinas could help restore vision to aging eyes.
ListenEpisode 697 - October 13 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New device could lead to faster, better detection of food borne bacteria in meat.
ListenEpisode 441 - November 19 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Needle-free vaccine prevents Ebola in primates.
ListenEpisode 696 - October 12 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Coffee-infused foam could help reduce lead in contaminated water.
ListenEpisode 440 - November 17 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers find cost-efficient, effective way to detect gas and oil leaks.
ListenEpisode 695 - October 10 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Laundry could be source of flame retardants in the environment.
ListenEpisode 439 - November 13 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers develop fast, one-step cocaine test.
ListenEpisode 694 - October 06 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Nanoparticles could help reduce long-term effects of traumatic brain injury.
ListenEpisode 438 - November 12 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New color shifting ink inspired by a beetle could help thwart counterfeiting.
ListenEpisode 693 - October 05 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Nanoparticles could help reduce long-term effects of traumatic brain injury.
ListenEpisode 437 - November 10 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists look for ways to combat 'sick building syndrome'.
ListenEpisode 692 - October 03 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Nanoparticles could help reduce long-term effects of traumatic brain injury.
ListenEpisode 436 - November 06 2014 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists unravel why plants don’t' get sunburned.
ListenEpisode 691 - September 29 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Nanoparticles could help reduce long-term effects of traumatic brain injury.
ListenEpisode 690 - September 28 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Evidence suggests drugs seeping into rivers and streams coming from multiple sources.
ListenEpisode 689 - September 26 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists seek to reduce gas flares from oil production.
ListenEpisode 688 - September 22 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientific know-how keeps biochemist on course for an Olympic medal.
ListenEpisode 687 - September 21 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New study sheds light on the limits of genetic code expansion.
ListenEpisode 686 - September 19 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Could food waste be used to store solar and wind energy?
ListenEpisode 685 - September 15 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Injectable gels could help prevent heart failure.
ListenEpisode 684 - September 14 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists seek ways to stop scar formation.
ListenEpisode 683 - September 12 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New device could lead to better tasting foods made with less fat, sugar and salt.
ListenEpisode 682 - September 08 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Citrus compounds could help fend off obesity.
ListenEpisode 681 - September 07 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists add a new twist to an old experiment to see what’s really going on in our brains.
ListenEpisode 680 - September 05 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Targeting cold engine starts could lead to reduction in vehicle emissions.
ListenEpisode 679 - August 18 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New technique could produce nail polish and generate fuel cells simultaneously.
ListenEpisode 678 - August 17 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Self-healing fabric could help rips and tears in clothing fade away.
ListenEpisode 677 - August 15 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists seek to prevent frankfurter fraud.
ListenEpisode 676 - August 11 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists probe for harmful substances in e-cigarettes.
ListenEpisode 675 - August 10 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Pokemon invades labs nationwide.
ListenEpisode 674 - August 08 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New skin patch could deter drunk driving.
ListenEpisode 673 - August 04 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Gene therapy could help prevent blindness.
ListenEpisode 672 - August 03 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists seek more efficient way to harvest water from air.
ListenEpisode 671 - August 01 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Super-toasted bread used to create eco-friendly carbon foam.
ListenEpisode 670 - July 28 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists seek the confectionary holy grail: a tasty low-fat chocolate.
ListenEpisode 669 - July 27 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Animal study could lead to new treatment for spinal cord injuries.
ListenEpisode 668 - July 25 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Egg proteins could be key to developing dissolvable sensors.
ListenEpisode 667 - July 21 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Study raises questions about new fuel-efficient engine’s impact on the climate.
ListenEpisode 666 - July 20 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Plastic packaging could soon be more water-resistant.
ListenEpisode 665 - July 18 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists close in on way to harvest energy from body motion for use in biomedical devices.
ListenEpisode 664 - July 14 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Transparent wood could allow natural light to shine through walls.
ListenEpisode 663 - July 13 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Mouse study suggests endometriosis one day could be diagnose with a blood test.
ListenEpisode 662 - July 11 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists investigate the potential aftereffects of a hydraulic fracturing spill.
ListenEpisode 661 - July 07 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How eating fewer calories could extend our lifespans.
ListenEpisode 660 - July 06 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers close in on fast, cheap test for Zika virus.
ListenEpisode 659 - July 04 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientist the next generation of materials to power smartphones, other modern technology.
ListenEpisode 658 - June 30 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Espresso machines could speed up, simplify chemical analysis in the lab.
ListenEpisode 657 - June 29 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Discovery could lead to new anti-viral treatments for common diseases.
ListenEpisode 656 - June 27 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How a sponge could help lithium batteries soak up more energy.
ListenEpisode 655 - June 20 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eating seaweed could help combat food allergies.
ListenEpisode 654 - June 20 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eating seaweed could help combat food allergies.
ListenEpisode 653 - June 20 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eating seaweed could help combat food allergies.
ListenEpisode 652 - June 16 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Resistance-proof antiviral could eventually be used to treat many diseases.
ListenEpisode 651 - June 15 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers share appealing news about bananas and eye health.
ListenEpisode 650 - June 13 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists discover fast inexpensive way to produce biofuel.
ListenEpisode 649 - June 09 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Combined wind, solar energy device could propel development of ‘smart’ cities.
ListenEpisode 648 - June 08 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers find potential cause of ‘chemo brain’.
ListenEpisode 647 - June 06 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New sensor could help prevent sunburns.
ListenEpisode 646 - June 02 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Food scientists close in on a way to determine if Parmesan cheese is the real deal.
ListenEpisode 645 - June 01 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
3-D model could advance understanding, treatment of preeclampsia.
ListenEpisode 644 - May 30 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Food scientists close in on a way to determine if Parmesan cheese is the real deal.
ListenEpisode 643 - May 26 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Artist explores uses for ‘blackest-black’ shade.
ListenEpisode 642 - May 25 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists detect hidden contaminants in hot tubs and swimming pools.
ListenEpisode 641 - May 23 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
See-though organs could make it easier to track nanoparticles’ journey through our bodies.
ListenEpisode 640 - May 19 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Rock music gives cancer-fighting drugs a big boost.
ListenEpisode 639 - May 18 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists develop recyclable polyurethane.
ListenEpisode 638 - May 16 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tent campers could be breathing in flame retardant compounds.
ListenEpisode 637 - May 12 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Saliva fingerprints could eliminate the need for invasive diagnostic tests.
ListenEpisode 636 - May 11 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Bio-activated ceramics could help prevent gum disease.
ListenEpisode 635 - May 09 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Science and art come together to perfect Japanese porcelain.
ListenEpisode 634 - May 05 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Rodents help doctors sniff out tuberculosis.
ListenEpisode 633 - May 04 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists close in on a way to make fragrances last longer.
ListenEpisode 632 - May 02 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New test could help prevent food poisoning.
ListenEpisode 631 - April 28 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Smart synthetic skins could make human-like robots even more realistic.
ListenEpisode 630 - April 27 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Purified cashews proteins offer insights into allergic reactions.
ListenEpisode 629 - April 25 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Batteries get a charge from bacteria.
ListenEpisode 628 - April 21 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Vaccine dampens nicotine’s effects in laboratory mice.
ListenEpisode 627 - April 20 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Newly developed blood test could detect cancer, other diseases earlier.
ListenEpisode 626 - April 18 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists seek to create LCD screens with more vivid colors.
ListenEpisode 625 - April 14 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Doodles disclose much about Darwin’s home life.
ListenEpisode 624 - April 13 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Engineered tissue could lead to better drug testing, liver disease treatments.
ListenEpisode 623 - April 11 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Batteries in electric cars could lead to unforeseen environmental problems.
ListenEpisode 622 - April 07 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Spongy graft material could expand possibilities in spinal replacement surgery.
ListenEpisode 621 - April 06 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Cellular ‘backpacks’ could precisely deliver drugs while minimizing side effects.
ListenEpisode 620 - April 04 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
3-D printing could help restore appearance of ears, noses.
ListenEpisode 619 - March 31 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New technique could help analyze lipstick smears found at crime scenes.
ListenEpisode 618 - March 30 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eggshell nanoparticles could lead to expanded use of bioplastic in packaging materials.
ListenEpisode 617 - March 28 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers seek to more accurately measure active ingredients in marijuana munchies.
ListenEpisode 616 - March 10 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
‘Molecular food engineering' gives popular cheese a boost.
ListenEpisode 615 - March 09 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Too much salt linked to potential liver damage.
ListenEpisode 614 - March 07 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hope sprouts for purifying water using artificial leaf.
ListenEpisode 613 - March 03 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientist crystalizes his vision in monumental structure.
ListenEpisode 612 - March 02 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Salad dressing ingredient could help relieve symptoms of ulcerative colitis.
ListenEpisode 611 - February 29 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Squid inspires scientists to develop new, non-toxic printer ink.
ListenEpisode 610 - February 25 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What went wrong in Flint? The chemistry behind the city’s water crisis explained.
ListenEpisode 609 - February 24 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Taming ‘punchy’ proteins could lead to better ways to deliver drugs in the body.
ListenEpisode 608 - February 22 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists suggest out-of-this-world explanation for life’s building blocks.
ListenEpisode 607 - February 18 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists create ‘greener’ wrinkle-free fabric.
ListenEpisode 606 - February 17 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Cheap, easy-to-use test to quickly detect TB in developing countries.
ListenEpisode 605 - February 15 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New self-cleaning solar panels harvest light from almost any direction.
ListenEpisode 604 - February 11 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Light-activated nanoparticle drug delivery system could reduce side effects.
ListenEpisode 603 - February 10 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New technique could help roads de-ice themselves.
ListenEpisode 602 - February 08 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Changing ocean conditions could disrupt pearl production.
ListenEpisode 601 - February 04 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists help wine vintners cope with a finicky grape.
ListenEpisode 600 - February 03 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Exotic fruit, gut bacteria combination could lead to new ways to prevent or treat Alzheimer’s.
ListenEpisode 599 - February 01 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New technique could help detect explosives faster.
ListenEpisode 598 - January 28 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Red tides can stir up trouble in household fish tanks.
ListenEpisode 597 - January 27 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
3D printer parts potentially could harm fish and other aquatic life.
ListenEpisode 596 - January 25 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tiny pollutants found in commonly used seasoning.
ListenEpisode 595 - January 21 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New test could help clamp down on drug doping in racehorses.
ListenEpisode 594 - January 20 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Motorized sperm could increase chances of conception.
ListenEpisode 593 - January 19 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fish-flavored cat food linked to feline hyperthyroidism.
ListenEpisode 592 - January 14 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists, wine vintners go out on the limb to make a better grape.
ListenEpisode 591 - January 13 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers identify compounds in coffee that could help prevent type-2 diabetes.
ListenEpisode 590 - January 11 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Clothing resistant to chemical weapons moves a step closer to reality.
ListenEpisode 589 - January 07 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Common drug, cosmetics additive detected in marine animals.
ListenEpisode 588 - January 06 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New, low-cost test could help detect hepatitis B, other conditions.
ListenEpisode 587 - January 04 2016 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists dive into an oil and gas controversy.
ListenEpisode 585 - December 16 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How soft robots could help change the color of the world around us.
ListenEpisode 586 - December 17 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Why collectors are drooling over a tiny box of elements.
ListenEpisode 584 - December 14 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New battery could enhance storage of wind, solar energy.
ListenEpisode 583 - December 10 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists detect heart healthy secrets hidden in hibernating squirrels.
ListenEpisode 582 - December 09 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Infants exposed to more flame retardants than adults.
ListenEpisode 581 - December 07 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chewing gum stretches the limits of body sensors.
ListenEpisode 580 - December 03 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New device could help marijuana users determine if newly legal drug meets expectations.
ListenEpisode 579 - December 02 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientific stick-to-itiveness could lead to better glues.
ListenEpisode 578 - November 30 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New rapid test could simplify detection of rotten meat.
ListenEpisode 577 - November 19 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Does school really stink? Leave to it science to find the answer.
ListenEpisode 576 - November 18 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists try to determine health effects of secondhand marijuana smoke.
ListenEpisode 575 - November 16 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Computer capable of learning, remembering one step closer to reality.
ListenEpisode 574 - November 12 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists find new suspect in the mysterious collapse of bee colonies.
ListenEpisode 573 - November 11 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Beaver revival in Europe could lead to higher levels of water contaminant.
ListenEpisode 572 - November 09 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Roving scientist drives home message about upgrading natural gas pipelines.
ListenEpisode 571 - November 05 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New testing device could help screen shellfish for toxins.
ListenEpisode 570 - November 04 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists are hot on the trail of how ice forms.
ListenEpisode 826 - What the Odor of Sleep Smells Like from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
October 12, 2017 - Scientists explore how smells influence quality of sleep.
ListenEpisode 569 - November 02 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How diamonds could help root out certain dental problems.
ListenEpisode 568 - October 29 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How a tiny worm is helping scientists answer an age-old question.
ListenEpisode 567 - October 28 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers work to keep drug residues from contaminating drinking water.
ListenEpisode 566 - October 26 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New process could help hydrogen fuel fulfill its promise.
ListenEpisode 822 - Episode 822 - New Discovery in Smokers and Nonsmokers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
October 04, 2017 - Metabolic changes in smokers who have recently quit begin to match those of nonsmokers.
ListenEpisode 565 - October 22 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Distillers whisk a “space shot” into orbit.
ListenEpisode 821 - Measuring Drug use with Mobile Devices from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
October 02, 2017 - How sewage and mobile phones help scientists measure drug use.
ListenEpisode 564 - October 21 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Improved electronic ‘nose’ could help detect early-stage ovarian cancer.
ListenEpisode 820 - Drugs in streams come from multiple sources from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 28, 2017 - Pharmaceuticals in surface water such as lakes and streams are a growing concern. Scientists are figuring out where they’re coming from.
ListenEpisode 563 - October 19 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists detect how chili pepper ingredient could potentially help subdue certain cancers.
ListenEpisode 819 - Fertilizer from pollen could help feed the world from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 27, 2017 - Scientists in China have made a low-cost, biocompatible fertilizer with carbon dots derived from rapeseed pollen.
ListenEpisode 562 - October 15 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Blueberry extract could reduce risk of gum disease.
ListenEpisode 818 - Making 3-D printers safer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 25, 2017 - Researchers in South Korea say that they have discovered a way to eliminate almost all nanoparticle emissions from some 3-D printers.
ListenEpisode 561 - October 14 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists explore the trade-offs involved in controlling greenhouse gases.
ListenEpisode 817 - Accidental discovery leads to longer lasting ice cream from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 21, 2017 -An ice-cream additive can slow down the melting process so that the first drips don’t appear for five minutes, even on a hot and sunny day.
ListenEpisode 560 - October 12 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hybrid solar cell converts both light and heat into useable energy.
ListenEpisode 816 - Scientists close in on more rigorous test for 'date rape' drug from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 20, 2017 - Scientists identify a potential biomarker for detecting GHB several hours after its used.
ListenEpisode 559 - October 08 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Nanoparticles could help ease allergy-related symptoms.
ListenEpisode 815 - Scientists embed food allergen detector into keychain from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 18, 2017 - Researchers report the development of a new portable allergen-detection system — including a keychain analyzer — that could help prevent trips to the emergency room.
ListenEpisode 558 - October 07 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists discover small molecule that could lead to better treatment of cystic fibrosis.
ListenEpisode 814 - Recycled human waste, nutrients could help astronauts reach for the stars from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 14, 2017 - Turning astronauts' waste into fuel and nutrients could enable long-distance spaceflight.
ListenEpisode 557 - October 05 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New process could eliminate flat tires.
ListenEpisode 813 - World's tiniest 'monster truck' reveals surprising discovery from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 13, 2017 - Sept. 13, 2017 - What the world's tiniest monster truck reveals.
ListenEpisode 556 - October 01 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Gold nanoparticles could help improve breast cancer screening.
ListenEpisode 812 - Sweet concoction fatally attracts mosquitoes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
September 11, 2017 - Sept. 11, 2017 - Mosquitoes fatally attracted to deadly, sweet-smelling potion.
ListenEpisode 555 - September 30 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists discover a possible link between a common-used substance and miscarriages.
ListenEpisode 811 - The New Toy for Scientists from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
August 17, 2017 - A new spin on a popular toy could have scientific implications.
ListenEpisode 554 - September 28 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New bendable solar cell could lead the charge into flexible electronics.
ListenEpisode 810 - Why ‘winging it’ is Tough for Cicadas from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
August 16, 2017 - Why cicadas have a hard time ‘winging it’.
ListenEpisode 553 - September 24 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers discover a microscopic ally that could help smokers kick the habit.
ListenEpisode 809 - A Sound way to get Rechargeable Energy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
August 14, 2017 - Ambient energy could reduce our dependence on batteries.
ListenEpisode 552 - September 23 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists dig deep to discover how fossils form.
ListenEpisode 808 - Why Do Onions Make Us Cry? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
August 10, 2017 - Researchers shed no tears in effort to find out why onions make us cry.
ListenEpisode 551 - September 21 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New technique could add a timely dimension to fingerprint analysis.
ListenEpisode 807 - No More Sensitive Teeth from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
August 09, 2017 - New materials could put an end to sensitive teeth.
ListenEpisode 550 - September 17 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Futuristic fighting robots get ready to rumble.
ListenEpisode 806 - New Notions about E-cigarettes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
August 07, 2017 - Scientists evaporate notions about e-cigarettes.
ListenEpisode 549 - September 16 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Simple change in dinner ware could reduce exposure to potentially harmful substance.
ListenEpisode 804 - A New Way to Diagnose Prenatal Conditions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
August 02, 2017 - Microchips could eventually help diagnose prenatal conditions.
ListenEpisode 548 - September 14 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New self-sealing material could make spacecraft safer.
ListenEpisode 803 - PCBs Levels in Air Raises School Concerns from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 31, 2017 - Study finds ‘concerning’ levels of PCBs in indoor school air.
ListenEpisode 547 - September 10 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists give tomato lovers a reason to rejoice.
ListenEpisode 802 - Cerulean Blue, the 'New' Color of Wine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 27, 2017 - Blue booze gets a boost.
ListenEpisode 546 - September 09 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New method could help detect blood clots in single body scan.
ListenEpisode 801 - New Evidence in House Dust and Fat Cells from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 26, 2017 - New evidence suggests house dust could promote growth of fat cells.
ListenEpisode 545 - September 07 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
First-of-its-kind ‘green’ antenna could double solar cell efficiency, lower costs.
ListenEpisode 800 - Limitless Power for Toys of the Future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 24, 2017 - Scientists close in on a way to power Smart toys without batteries.
ListenEpisode 544 - September 03 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientist explore using DNA to save digital information.
ListenEpisode 799 - Van Gogh's Blackest Black from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 20, 2017 - A new contender takes on the challenge making the blackest black paint pigment.
ListenEpisode 543 - September 02 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
‘Drinkable' book could save millions of lives.
ListenEpisode 798 - Weeding out Stinky Wines from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 19, 2017 - New odor-detecting device weeds out stinky wines.
ListenEpisode 542 - August 31 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Glass paint could help metal roofs chill out.
ListenEpisode 797 - Improved bomb-sniffing dogs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 17, 2017 - New training technique could improve performance of bomb-sniffing dogs.
ListenEpisode 541 - August 20 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Unexpected twists and turns of chemistry careers.
ListenEpisode 796 - Fighting Back Against Cancer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 13, 2017 - Scientists find new way to break cancer’s defenses.
ListenEpisode 540 - August 13 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Painting by the numbers gets a scientific makeover.
ListenEpisode 795 - Stopping the Next Flu Pandemic from Happening from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 12, 2017 - New rapid diagnostic test could help prevent next flu pandemic.
ListenEpisode 539 - August 12 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Researchers create cheap, portable diagnostic tool.
ListenEpisode 794 - A Colorful Revolution Sparked by the Beetles from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
July 10, 2017 - Beetles inspire the development of minuscule color-shifting particles.
ListenEpisode 538 - August 10 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists take steps toward an all-natural sunscreen derived from algae.
ListenEpisode 793 - Spending Summer Camp with Bacon lovers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 29, 2017 - Bacon lovers go hog wild at unusual summer camp.
ListenEpisode 537 - August 06 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chemists help chocolate maker’s banish an unsightly problem.
ListenEpisode 792 - New Food Menu for Polar Bears from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 28, 2017 - Climate change is altering polar bear diets.
ListenEpisode 536 - August 05 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New process involving adult stem cells could lead to treatments for muscular dystrophy.
ListenEpisode 791 - Three Cheers for Gluten-free Beer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 26, 2017 - Scientist hop to it to find grain for gluten-free beer.
ListenEpisode 535 - August 03 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Could DNA drive the next great expansion of computer wizardry?
ListenEpisode 790 - The Color of Chemistry from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 22, 2017 - The color of chemistry excites the next generation.
ListenEpisode 534 - July 30 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A common myth about e-cigarettes goes up in smoke.
ListenEpisode 789 - A Key Ingredient in Making Foam from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 21, 2017 - Researchers find a way to make foam from old car parts, coconut oil.
ListenEpisode 533 - July 29 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tiny particles could help reduce risk of cancer recurrence.
ListenEpisode 788 - Disabling Chemical Weapons from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 19, 2017 - Fabric coating could disable chemical weapons.
ListenEpisode 532 - July 27 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New material could help you get more miles per gallon.
ListenEpisode 787 - Detecting Urine in Swimming Pools from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 15, 2017 - Research reveals the ugly facts about what happens when nature calls at the swimming pool.
ListenEpisode 531 - July 23 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
California advises residents to be wary of certain seafoods.
ListenEpisode 786 - Electronics that Bend, Flex and Stretch from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 14, 2017 - Conductive paper could help electronics bend and stretch.
ListenEpisode 530 - July 22 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists unlock secrets hidden within “the most beautiful animal you’ve never seen".
ListenEpisode 785 - Visualizing Extinct Creatures Using Advance Bone Testing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 12, 2017 - Advances in bone testing could reveal much more about the dead.
ListenEpisode 529 - July 20 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fouled sand could make beach bathing a real bummer.
ListenEpisode 784 - ‘Novel’ Way to Share Passion for Science from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 08, 2017 - Young scientist’s novel explores the many meanings of chemistry.
ListenEpisode 528 - July 16 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Blocking that unpleasant odor from garlic, onions, other foods.
ListenEpisode 783 - Hot Summer Trees May Cause More City Smog from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 07, 2017 - Hot trees in the city might contribute to urban air woes.
ListenEpisode 527 - July 15 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A close look at a pesticide ingredient endangering honeybees.
ListenEpisode 782 - Sci-fi Holograms Could Soon be a Reality from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 05, 2017 - Researchers stretch the limits of hologram technology.
ListenEpisode 526 - July 13 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New use for cinnamon, peppermint oil: treating, healing stubborn wounds.
ListenEpisode 781 - Sniffing a Connection Between Humans and Ants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
June 01, 2017 - Quirky exhibit explores how scents bind ants and humans.
ListenEpisode 525 - July 09 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Implantable ‘artificial pancreas’ could help certain people with diabetes.
ListenEpisode 780 - The 'Scientific way' to Improve Taste from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 31, 2017 - Scientists seek to improve taste, appeal of French baguette.
ListenEpisode 524 - July 08 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Illuminating research helps explain why fireflies glow.
ListenEpisode 779 - Increased pollution from Air Conditioner from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 29, 2017 - Spikes in air conditioner use linked to increased air pollution.
ListenEpisode 523 - July 06 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists gauge carbon release associated with fuel produced from Canadian oil sands.
ListenEpisode 778 - Detecting Pollution Particles from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 25, 2017 - Scientists unravel how air pollution particles move from lungs to blood stream.
ListenEpisode 522 - July 02 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Why you might soon be wearing something made from a common dessert ingredient.
ListenEpisode 777 - Electronics from Paper from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 24, 2017 - Artistic paper inspires development of new charging device for portable electronics.
ListenEpisode 521 - July 01 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Spray foam could curb blood loss, reduce death from traumatic injuries.
ListenEpisode 776 - Making Drinking Water Safer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 22, 2017 - Researchers detect potent insecticide in drinking water.
ListenEpisode 520 - June 29 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists assess climate impacts of using natural gas to fuel heavy-duty trucks.
ListenEpisode 775 - Ideas for Dissertation Poster from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 18, 2017 - Wrestling with ideas for a dissertation poster? Check out this student’s effort.
ListenEpisode 519 - June 25 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Wine-making shortcut gives sparkling wines fruitier aroma.
ListenEpisode 774 - Eco-friendly Biofuel from Poop Plant from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 17, 2017 - Researchers mix poop with invasive plant to create eco-friendly biofuel.
ListenEpisode 518 - June 24 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Swimming nano robots could improve disease treatment.
ListenEpisode 773 - Better self-healing materials from Snake Skin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 15, 2017 - Scientists develop self-healing material based on snake skin.
ListenEpisode 517 - June 22 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Perfume researchers seek to dampen the odors associated with latrines.
ListenEpisode 772 - Super Sticky Geckos Glue from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 11, 2017 - Lizard inspires the creation of adhesive.
ListenEpisode 516 - June 18 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Thermometer-like device could simplify heart attack diagnosis.
ListenEpisode 771 - The Secret Ingredient to ‘life-saving’ Blood from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 10, 2017 - Scientists develop alternative to vital blood component.
ListenEpisode 515 - June 17 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Discovery could help ‘smart’ electronics flex their muscles.
ListenEpisode 770 - New approach to Reducing E-waste Pile-up from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 08, 2017 - New biodegradable substance could help reduce E-waste pile-up.
ListenEpisode 514 - June 15 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Key molecule might help prevent chronic sinus infections.
ListenEpisode 769 - 'Artificial Leaf' of the Future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 04, 2017 - ‘Artificial leaf’ could lead to better harvests in the future.
ListenEpisode 513 - June 11 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Electronic stent could help doctors better assess artery-clearing surgeries.
ListenEpisode 768 - Scientists and Sunscreen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 03, 2017 - Scientists answer a burning question about sunscreens.
ListenEpisode 512 - June 10 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New “letters” could expand code of life.
ListenEpisode 767 - Sewer Stench Removal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May 01, 2017 - Researchers close in on ways to banish odors from sewage.
ListenEpisode 511 - June 08 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Export boom in China linked to air pollution-related deaths.
ListenEpisode 766 - Helping Smokers to Quit from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
April 27, 2017 - Compounds found in addictive nut could help smokers quit the habit.
ListenEpisode 510 - June 04 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A June bride’s guide to fungal fashion.
ListenEpisode 765 - Countering Birth Defects in Zika Virus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
April 26, 2017 - Scientists take steps to prevent birth defects caused by Zika virus.
ListenEpisode 509 - June 03 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New compounds eradicate Ebola in mice.
ListenEpisode 764 - 'Super' Metallic Laser Detector from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
April 24, 2017 - New laser technique detects metallic structural defects.
ListenEpisode 508 - June 01 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Artificial photosynthesis could propel future industrial growth.
ListenEpisode 763 - Bacteria Can Be Beaten by Maple Syrup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
April 20, 2017 - Maple syrup ingredient could bolster effectiveness of antibiotics.
ListenEpisode 507 - May 28 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Cities take the plunge in fight against wet-wipes.
ListenEpisode 762 - A Stunning Way to Reverse Paralysis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
April 19, 2017 - Scientists seek to reverse paralyzing effects of autoimmune disorders.
ListenEpisode 506 - May 27 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists discover new way to potentially suppress appetite.
ListenEpisode 761 - High-Tech Biosensors in Contact Lens from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
April 17, 2017 - Contact lens biosensors help monitor bodily functions in real time.
ListenEpisode 505 - May 25 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Healthy ingredients abound in coffee grounds.
ListenEpisode 760 - Future Sea Creatures in Savage Oceans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 30, 2017 - Some sea creatures could survive in the harsher oceans predicted in the future.
ListenEpisode 504 - May 21 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How much is that Nobel in the window? The one with the chemistry tale.
ListenEpisode 759 - Zika Mosquito Threat May Still Exists! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 29, 2017 - Scientist seek ways to corral mosquito responsible for Zika.
ListenEpisode 503 - May 20 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Glowing super-cooled liquids could be used in biosensors.
ListenEpisode 758 - The ‘Chemistry’ Crime-solving Device from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 27, 2017 - New powerful ‘glow stick’ could help solve crime, diagnostic testing.
ListenEpisode 502 - May 18 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Flame retardants could increase risk of hyperthyroidism in older cats.
ListenEpisode 757 - 'Super' Vanilla Flavor from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 23, 2017 - Scientists develop ‘greener’ way to synthesize vanilla flavorings.
ListenEpisode 501 - May 14 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Could robots soon be able to read your facial expressions?
ListenEpisode 756 - New 'Easy Breezy' Fabric Softeners from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 22, 2017 - Innovative technique could lead to more eco-friendly fabric softeners.
ListenEpisode 500 - May 13 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists strive to make blood readily usable by all.
ListenEpisode 755 - New Synthesis Counters Deadly Bacteria from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 20, 2017 - New compounds could derail deadly ‘superbug’.
ListenEpisode 499 - May 11 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Experimental treatment could eventually save soldiers’ lives.
ListenEpisode 754 - Rare Sugars for Better Blood Levels from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 16, 2017 - Rare sugars can lead to better management of blood glucose.
ListenEpisode 498 - May 07 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Discover could lead to better treatments for dental diseases.
ListenEpisode 753 - - A ‘Better’ Cancer Fighter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 15, 2017 - Combination of compounds in ginger and chili peppers can help lower cancer risk.
ListenEpisode 497 - May 06 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Oat cereals may contain surprisingly harmful substance.
ListenEpisode 752 - New Bacteria Detector from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 13, 2017 - New technique could speed the detection of harmful bacteria on fruits and vegetables.
ListenEpisode 496 - May 04 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
New material could help clamp down on greenhouse gas.
ListenEpisode 751 - Chocolate Lovers Discovery from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 09, 2017 - Fruit seeds could help chocolate lovers avoid a meltdown.
ListenEpisode 495 - April 30 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Genetic defect could be linked to autism, cancer.
ListenEpisode 750 - New Studies in Cancer Cells from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 08, 2017 - Scientists detect how cancer cells squeeze through tiny blood vessels.
ListenEpisode 494 - April 29 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Scientists seek natural, benign way to clean up oil spills.
ListenEpisode 749 - 'Safer' Hair dye from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
March 06, 2017 - Researchers close in on a safer way to dye hair.
ListenEpisode 493 - April 27 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Laboratory study offers new hope for Parkinson’s disease.
ListenEpisode 371 - May 27 2014 from 2014-05-27T10:00
Balancing the needs for oil and water is tricky.
ListenEpisode 371 - May 27 2014 from 2014-05-27T10:00
Balancing the needs for oil and water is tricky.
ListenEpisode 370 - May 22 2014 from 2014-05-22T10:00
Ultra-thin power source a step closer to reality.
ListenEpisode 368 - May 19 2014 from 2014-05-19T10:00
Changes in brain trigger job switches in aging bees.
ListenEpisode 367 - May 15 2014 from 2014-05-15T10:00
Beer made from fossilized yeast ready to make a splash.
ListenEpisode 366 - May 14 2014 from 2014-05-14T10:00
Why whey could help ease diabetes risk in obese people.
ListenEpisode 365 - May 12 2014 from 2014-05-12T10:00
New pressure sensors could lead to safer cars.
ListenEpisode 364 - May 08 2014 from 2014-05-08T10:00
Researchers find a new way to nix a nautical nuisance.
ListenEpisode 363 - May 07 2014 from 2014-05-07T10:00
Nature calls: Scientists discover a greener way to make a common synthetic fabric.
ListenEpisode 362 - May 05 2014 from 2014-05-05T10:00
Scientists take a step toward better understanding of Alzheimer's disease.
ListenEpisode 361 - May 01 2014 from 2014-05-01T10:00
What does platinum have in common in with giant pandas?
ListenEpisode 359 - April 28 2014 from 2014-04-28T10:00
New technology could ease detection of counterfeit money.
ListenEpisode 357 - April 23 2014 from 2014-04-23T10:00
Detecting strokes could soon be faster, more accurate.
ListenEpisode 356 - April 21 2014 from 2014-04-21T10:00
New lab technique could reduce need for animal testing.
ListenEpisode 355 - April 17 2014 from 2014-04-17T10:00
Two more reasons to indulge in a bit of chocolate.
ListenEpisode 354 - April 16 2014 from 2014-04-16T10:00
How sparkling is champagne? Let us count the ways.
ListenEpisode 353 - April 14 2014 from 2014-04-14T10:00
Beer marinade helps make grilled meats healthier.
ListenEpisode 352 - April 10 2014 from 2014-04-10T10:00
Wee! Something you really shouldn't do in the pool.
ListenEpisode 351 - April 09 2014 from 2014-04-09T10:00
Scientists close in on way to keep electronic parts from clogging up the works.
ListenEpisode 350 - April 07 2014 from 2014-04-07T10:00
A shot in the dark? A keen new tool could help solve crimes.
ListenEpisode 349 - April 03 2014 from 2014-04-03T10:00
What wowed researchers at the ACS National Meeting.
ListenEpisode 347 - March 31 2014 from 2014-03-31T10:00
A wristband unlike any other could help detect environmental hazards.
ListenEpisode 172 - September 13 2010 from 2014-03-27T10:00
How some antioxidants may actually promote cancer development and growth. Which has more antioxidants: bottled tea or home-brewed. Why a shortage of radioactive isotopes could threaten the future ...
ListenEpisode 346 - March 27 2014 from 2014-03-27T10:00
The hunt is on for a new way to detect diabetes.
ListenEpisode 345 - March 26 2014 from 2014-03-26T10:00
The quest to make low and non-fat foods more appetizing.
ListenEpisode 343 - March 20 2014 from 2014-03-20T10:00
What scientists are discovering about homegrown vodkas in the Lone Star state.
ListenEpisode 343 - March 20 2014 from 2014-03-20T10:00
What scientists are discovering about homegrown vodkas in the Lone Star state.
ListenEpisode 342 - March 19 2014 from 2014-03-19T10:00
Why honey could be one sweet solution to the ever-growing problem of bacterial resistance to antibiotics.
ListenEpisode 341 - March 17 2014 from 2014-03-17T10:00
Scientists close in on a way to make a pain-relieving drug derived from snail venom.
ListenEpisode 340 - March 13 2014 from 2014-03-13T10:00
Peanut butter and jellyfish: yes, they really go together.
ListenEpisode 339 - March 12 2014 from 2014-03-12T10:00
Turning the page: transforming paper mill waste into usable fuel.
ListenEpisode 337 - March 06 2014 from 2014-03-06T10:00
Privacy and safety could get a big boost at airports.
ListenEpisode 336 - March 05 2014 from 2014-03-05T10:00
Google Glass could help stop emerging public health threats around the world.
ListenEpisode 335 - March 03 2014 from 2014-03-03T10:00
Scientists move toward a better treatment for Parkinson's disease.
ListenEpisode 334 - February 27 2014 from 2014-02-27T10:00
How a once-disparaged substance could have surprising health benefits.
ListenEpisode 333 - February 26 2014 from 2014-02-26T10:00
How specialized air filters could block potentially harmful particles from getting into cars.
ListenEpisode 332 - February 24 2014 from 2014-02-24T10:00
Scientists discover how exercise energizes the heart’s cellular powerhouses.
ListenEpisode 331 - February 20 2014 from 2014-02-20T10:00
How to tell if your champagne is sensational without popping the cork.
ListenEpisode 330 - February 19 2014 from 2014-02-19T10:00
Scientists close in on a way to clamp down drug side effects.
ListenEpisode 329 - February 17 2014 from 2014-02-17T10:00
Scientists edge nearer to the day when they can create new tissue to fix damaged hearts.
ListenEpisode 328 - February 13 2014 from 2014-02-13T10:00
Chemistry helps end 50 year Olympic medal drought.
ListenEpisode 327 - February 12 2014 from 2014-02-12T10:00
Recharging your cell phone could soon be a breeze.
ListenEpisode 326 - February 10 2014 from 2014-02-10T10:00
Scientists close in a faster way to detect and prevent foodborne illnesses.
ListenEpisode 325 - February 06 2014 from 2014-02-06T10:00
Coming up, why Central Park helps keep New Yorkers happy.
ListenEpisode 324 - February 05 2014 from 2014-02-05T10:00
What do seashells have to do with preserving old bones? We have the answer coming up on Science Elements.
ListenEpisode 323 - February 03 2014 from 2014-02-03T10:00
Why picturing pain could help scientists develop better ways to cope with it. That’s coming up next on Science Elements.
ListenEpisode 322 - January 27 2014 from 2014-01-27T10:00
A better understanding of how bacteria take over human cells could lead to better treatments of infections. How “reprogramming” one of the world’s most notorious bacteria could help us fight off i...
ListenEpisode 321 - January 20 2014 from 2014-01-20T10:00
How a new test could help detect genetically modified foods. Scientists have unearthed a way to authenticate one of the world’s most famous and desirable truffles. New research could help chocolate...
ListenEpisode 320 - January 13 2014 from 2014-01-13T10:00
How an inexpensive paper-based device could expand the use of medical tests in remote regions of the world. How metal inks could ease the way toward flexible books. Why literally laundering money c...
ListenEpisode 319 - January 06 2014 from 2014-01-06T10:00
Why researchers are paying closer attention to substances in shampoos and other personal care products that children and their parents use regularly. How formula-feeding may be linked to an increa...
ListenEpisode 318 – December 16 2013 from 2013-12-16T10:00
Why the world’s longest science experiment is really just a drop in the bucket. Why bullet-proof suits are the talk of the town. And finally, why business at an eco-friendly packaging materials com...
ListenEpisode 317 – December 09 2013 from 2013-12-09T10:00
How a “smart pain” medication could help relieve osteoarthritis. How a drug that mimics ‘good cholesterol’ could help combat heart disease and other ailments. And finally, how nanoparticles could o...
ListenEpisode 316 – December 02 2013 from 2013-12-02T10:00
Reducing the salt in bread without losing saltiness, thanks to a texture trick. Solar-powered batteries woven into fabrics overcome hurdles for ‘wearable electronics.’ Hormone therapy could enhance...
ListenEpisode 315 – November 18 2013 from 2013-11-18T10:00
How scientists are closing in on better ways to detect cocaine use. New research is raising concerns about synthetic marijuana. Why scientists are creating great balls of fire in the laboratory.
ListenEpisode 314 - November 11 2013 from 2013-11-11T10:00
‘Tearless’ onions could help combat cardiovascular disease and weight gain. A plant hormone might bolster the cancer-fighting potential of one of the world’s most nutritious foods. How cooking affe...
ListenEpisode 313 - November 04 2013 from 2013-11-04T10:00
How an historic fire sparked a revolution in recycling and environmental remediation. Scientists are closing in on a way to recapture rare earth metals from electronic gadgets. A sea of plastic is...
ListenEpisode 312 - October 28 2013 from 2013-10-28T10:00
How scientists are closing in on a way to overcome “aspirin resistance.” Researchers are working to make acetaminophen safer. A chemistry student nails down some elemental facts.
ListenEpisode 311 - October 21 2013 from 2013-10-21T10:00
How scientists merged two technological marvels – one old and the other new – into a potent disease-fighting tool. Researchers squeeze 110 years of Nobel Prize history into a smartphone app. Why i...
ListenEpisode 310 - October 14 2013 from 2013-10-14T10:00
Scientists are developing a simple at-home test for the flu. How researchers are making progress toward new antiviral drugs. Scientists are a step closer to better understanding how viruses get in...
ListenEpisode 309 - October 7 2013 from 2013-10-07T10:00
How natural substances could help shroud us from mosquitoes. An ingredient in grapefruit could help combat ticks, mosquitoes and other annoying creatures. Why new discoveries could help thwart th...
ListenEpisode 308 - September 30 2013 from 2013-09-30T10:00
Why deadly heart attacks tend to occur in the earliest hours of the morning. How a medicinal tea used in the South Pacific could lead to better treatments for AIDS. Scientists are closing in on a w...
ListenEpisode 307 - September 23 2013 from 2013-09-23T10:00
The latest speedway technology could be coming to a street near you. How molecular prosthetics could revolutionize medicine. Why scientists are abuzz about declines in honeybee populations.
ListenEpisode 306 - September 02 2013 from 2013-09-02T10:00
How butterfly wings could help new electronic devices take flight. An insect-inspired super rubber could stretch the bounds of medicine. Scientists shed light on what makes some insects glow.
ListenEpisode 305 - August 26 2013 from 2013-08-26T10:00
Researchers develop the first scientific method to authenticate the world’s most expensive coffee. Scientists found a way to stamp out fakes in one of the world’s most popular hobbies. How new and...
ListenEpisode 304 - August 19 2013 from 2013-08-19T10:00
Why canary seed isn’t just for the birds anymore. How a tropical fruit could help purify drinking water in developing countries. How a picnic table staple could help reduce aches and pains after ex...
ListenEpisode 303 - August 12 2013 from 2013-08-12T10:00
How sweet-smelling fabrics could help fend off bacteria. A material in dissolvable sutures could help fight brain infections. Scientists are looking back in time for a possible solution to antibiot...
ListenEpisode 302 - August 05 2013 from 2013-08-05T10:00
How scientists are closing in on a way to convert carbon dioxide into a potential energy source. Plant-based materials could soon play a more energetic role in our everyday lives. Predicting when ...
ListenEpisode 301 - July 29 2013 from 2013-07-29T10:00
How researchers recreated the brilliant colors on ancient ivory carvings. Why some ancient artisans were far ahead of their time. Scientists are closing in on a way to improve the durability of the...
ListenEpisode 300 - July 22 2013 from 2013-07-22T10:00
Saliva may protect older people from influenza. How to prevent vitamin B12 deficiency among vegetarians, vegans and the elderly. A new cancer treatment could help stop melanoma from spreading.
ListenEpisode 299 - July 15 2013 from 2013-07-15T10:00
Why much of the world’s newly discovered fossil fuel reserves may be “unburnable.” Why there may be far less acreage available for biofuel crops than previously believed. How a small increase in en...
ListenEpisode 298 - July 08 2013 from 2013-07-08T10:00
A new technology could help keep fruits and vegetables fresher longer. How an all-too-common weed “weeds out” its competition. How oysters create pearls of perfection.
ListenEpisode 297 - June 24 2013 from 2013-06-24T10:00
How nature inspired the development of a potentially powerful and eco-friendly battery. Why recycling rechargeable lithium batteries should become a high priority. How nuclear power douses greenhou...
ListenEpisode 296 - June 17 2013 from 2013-06-17T10:00
Why a new study raises doubt about the effectiveness of green coffee bean weight-loss supplements. How scientists created caffeine-addicted bacteria. How coffee and green tea could help create bett...
ListenEpisode 295 - June 10 2013 from 2013-06-10T10:00
Why scientists are determined to reinvent the wheel. How a new form of genetic engineering could speed drug development. A few tweaks to one of the world’s oldest natural processes could help resea...
ListenEpisode 294 - June 3 2013 from 2013-06-03T10:00
How an old remedy could help prevent bacterial infections. A new surgical technique could shorten certain operations and cause less scarring. How scientists are on the verge of creating a better ba...
ListenEpisode 293 - May 27 2013 from 2013-05-27T10:00
A superabsorbent material might produce a comprehensive answer to oil spills. How one of the world’s most common fabrics helps minimize oil spill damage. Why the world’s smallest flowering plant co...
ListenEpisode 292 - May 20 2013 from 2013-05-20T10:00
How solar-powered nanofilters could help remove antibiotics from waterways. A first-of-its-kind nano dye could transform hair coloring. How nanotechnology could help eradicate a weather-related dri...
ListenEpisode 291 - May 13 2013 from 2013-05-13T10:00
How scientists uncovered another clue about fluoride and its role in preventing tooth decay. Why extra-virgin olive oil may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease. How a small dietary tweak can lead to b...
ListenEpisode 290 - May 06 2013 from 2013-05-06T10:00
How scientists are making progress toward eradicating the use of primitive wood stoves. New estimates suggest more people than previously thought are living without proper sanitation. Why life on E...
ListenEpisode 289 - April 29 2013 from 2013-04-29T10:00
How scientists are fending off bacteria with a new genre of antibodies. A same-day water pollution test could keep beaches open more often. Researcher create a molecular superglue based on flesh-ea...
ListenEpisode 288 - April 22 2013 from 2013-04-22T10:00
How “seeing” flavors influences our food choices. Why you really can’t just eat one potato chip. Why a famed hangover cure might actually work.
ListenEpisode 287 - April 15 2013 from 2013-04-15T10:00
Reducing food waste could help feed billions more people. How an artificial leaf could revolutionize sustainable energy in the developing world. Scientists make chocolate tastier and healthier.
ListenEpisode 286 - April 01 2013 from 2013-04-01T10:00
Why a new study is raising concerns about certain types of cook stoves. How scientists found a way to release the energy in coal without burning. How hybrid mixture of sand and paraffin could hel...
ListenEpisode 285 - March 25 2013 from 2013-03-25T10:00
Researchers are closing in on a way to create synthetic nanomotors capable of delivering drugs to individual cells. How one of life’s most versatile molecules could be transformed into an “intelli...
ListenEpisode 284 - March 18 2013 from 2013-03-18T10:00
Why researchers seeking new pesticides are taking a second look at Mother Nature. How a bit of spring cleaning could slash pesticide use in your home. An enhanced insect birth control technique co...
ListenEpisode 283 - March 11 2013 from 2013-03-11T10:00
How science debunked the ancient Aztec crystal skull hoax. A common household drug could help eradicate a slithery problem on a tropical island. When art personifies the most basic elements of life.
ListenEpisode 282 - February 25 2013 from 2013-02-25T10:00
How opera can teach chemistry students a thing or two about poisons and potions. An ancient Egyptian pigment could help improve modern medicine. Why a man-made light display rivals a stunning natur...
ListenEpisode 281 - February 18 2013 from 2013-02-18T10:00
Changes in farm practices probably have nothing to do with the increased incidence of a common health problem. Why governments should reconsider limits on mold toxins in food. How tiny particles us...
ListenEpisode 280 - February 11 2013 from 2013-02-11T10:00
A simple, new test could improve airport security. How scientists are closing in on a better way to counteract mass poisoning. New efforts could help preserve China’s famed terracotta warriors.
ListenEpisode 279 - February 04 2013 from 2013-02-04T10:00
How a mobile app could propel green chemistry to the forefront of science. A new technique could slash the cost and waste associated with the production of an important psychiatric drug. Comparing ...
ListenEpisode 278 - January 28 2013 from 2013-01-28T10:00
Altering one chemical compound could make whole wheat bread a lot more alluring. A new way to detect smoky grapes could help keep wine fine. How coffee grounds could help add zing to dietary supple...
ListenEpisode 277 - January 21 2013 from 2013-01-21T10:00
How scientists are closing in on a way to mass produce a promising cancer-fighting agent. A new computer model could help researchers better predict side effects caused by drugs used to treat cance...
ListenEpisode 276 - January 14 2013 from 2013-01-14T10:00
How a new process could boost the production of a substance commonly used in perfumes. A Nobel-Prize winning technology could help expand the use of plant essential oils in fragrances and sunscree...
ListenEpisode 275 - January 07 2013 from 2013-01-07T10:00
A new process could puff up the dietary potency of certain cereals. How a recent discovery could give people with celiac disease more choices in the cereal aisle. Scientists discover a new way to t...
ListenEpisode 267 - October 22 2012 from 2013-01-07T10:00
How a new, single-dose drug could simplify treatment of malaria. Why emerging drug treatments could obliterate a rare, but potentially deadly parasitic disease. Scientists discover yet another reas...
ListenEpisode 266 - October 8 2012 from 2013-01-07T10:00
How simple changes in water filtration could benefit us all. Why a common water-borne digestive ailment may be on the rise. How scientists are itching to try out a rash treatment.
ListenEpisode 274 - December 24 2012 from 2012-12-24T10:00
How researchers could soon add zip to Germany’s favorite sip. Why Russian folklore could lead to the development of new antibiotics. A Nobel Laureate inspires an unusual patio design.
ListenEpisode 273 - December 17 2012 from 2012-12-17T10:00
How scientists are closing in on a natural way to prevent corrosion of airplane metals. Why researchers are concerned about the stability of certain medical implant devices. How a playground could ...
ListenEpisode 272 - December 10 2012 from 2012-12-10T10:00
Why bag-in-box wine drinkers should chill out. How scientists sniffed out the elusive aroma behind the “king” of fruits. A new tool could help scientists do a better job of explaining climate scie...
ListenEpisode 271 - December 03 2012 from 2012-12-03T10:00
How scientists hope to make wood an even better building material. A sea creature's slime could soon be transformed into cozy seat cushions. A hidden danger that could lurk in a popular family gat...
ListenEpisode 270 - November 19 2012 from 2012-11-19T10:00
How tiny particles could make a big difference for people who suffer traumatic brain injuries. New research validates an emerging treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. A small college in Massachusetts...
ListenEpisode 269 - November 5 2012 from 2012-11-05T10:00
How scientists are closing in on a way to make a better, more healthful french fry. A heady discovery could have beer fans rolling out the barrel. Why carob plant leaves could help fend off food ...
ListenEpisode 268 - October 29 2012 from 2012-10-29T10:00
A new test ensures the authenticity of expensive buffalo mozzarella. How chewing betel quid -- popular in Asia – can lead to cancer. Speed limits on container ships could limit pollution.
ListenEpisode 265 - October 1 2012 from 2012-10-01T10:00
Newly discovered substances could help destroy nerve gases. How scientists are just a hop, skip and jump away from unleashing a new kind of microbot. A new flat lens could lead to ultrathin smart p...
ListenEpisode 264 - September 24 2012 from 2012-09-24T10:00
How a new antibacterial coating could reduce infections after surgery. What new materials could lead to the development of better joint implants. How couples bound by science find the right formula...
ListenEpisode 263 - September 17 2012 from 2012-09-17T10:00
How scientists are kick-starting the first-line of defense against the flu. Pigs could soon help us all have cleaner, virus-free hands. What happens when researchers build a volcano in their own b...
ListenEpisode 262 - September 10 2012 from 2012-09-10T10:00
How little sprouts might be more nutritious than green giants. A new device could help sniff out previously undetectable explosives. Why one of the world’s oldest warships continues to crumble desp...
ListenEpisode 260 - August 13 2012 from 2012-08-13T10:00
How a new type of solar cell could help homeowners see the light. Super-sized turbines could soon be blowing in the wind. A farm scourge could help boost ethanol production.
ListenEpisode 259 - August 06 2012 from 2012-08-06T10:00
A common food additive could be linked to the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. How another common food ingredient could lead to the development of effective and less expensive treatments for the dise...
ListenEpisode 258 - July 30 2012 from 2012-07-30T10:00
How non-human cells living in our bodies could lead to better drug treatments. Why a new set of diagnostic tests could propel the growth of personalized medicine. A simple new technique could help ...
ListenEpisode 257 - July 23 2012 from 2012-07-23T10:00
How green plants do a better job of reducing urban air pollution than previously thought. Why some “improved” cook stoves in the developing world may be doing more harm than good. How a new techni...
ListenEpisode 256 - July 16 2012 from 2012-07-16T10:00
How carbon nanotubes could significantly boost industrial production. Why children are more likely to be exposed to a common nanoparticle. Why manufacturers should be wary of nanoparticle dust.
ListenEpisode 255 - July 2 2012 from 2012-07-02T10:00
How scientists developed a drug factory in a pill. A commonly used medical device could help us detect viruses and bacteria in blood, food and other substances. How chemists decoded secrets locked ...
ListenEpisode 254 - June 25 2012 from 2012-06-25T10:00
A new treatment for a common infection may be just as effective as antibiotics. How “killer” stainless steel disinfects itself. An ancient armored arachnid inspires a way to keep our wheels turning.
ListenEpisode 253 - June 18 2012 from 2012-06-18T10:00
How scientists are using an ancient effect to produce electricity from an untapped source. A new study could ease concerns about an emerging irrigation technique. Why a cancer-fighting drug could s...
ListenEpisode 252 - June 11 2012 from 2012-06-11T10:00
What’s next in the quest to unravel what makes us human? Why dumping old drugs trumps flushing. How the inner space of chemistry may be even more dazzling than the farthest reaches of our universe.
ListenEpisode 251 - June 04 2012 from 2012-06-04T10:00
Why the latest office scuttlebutt isn’t good news for workers. How a new device speeds up the detection of harmful airborne metals. What scientists are cooking up to reduce indoor air pollution.
ListenEpisode 250 - May 28 2012 from 2012-05-28T10:00
Something many people use every day could help soothe lingering pain among laser eye surgery patients. How a new process could lower the cost of a vital drug. Scientists may be closing in on a way...
ListenEpisode 249 - May 21 2012 from 2012-05-21T10:00
How scientists created the first practical artificial leaf. How new technology could help nab terrorists. Why sunscreens may be linked to a painful disorder in women.
ListenEpisode 248 - May 14 2012 from 2012-05-14T10:00
Why a common spice is a top-notch fat fighter. Unroasted coffee could help accelerate weight loss. How researchers are closing in on a natural way to coax a cancer-fighting compound out of soybeans.
ListenEpisode 247 - May 7 2012 from 2012-05-07T10:00
How micro-submarines could help scrub away oil spills. Why scientists are digging deep to find out more about potentially harmful microbes lurking in sand. How differences in the salt content of r...
ListenEpisode 246 - April 30 2012 from 2012-04-30T10:00
Minute super scrubbers could revitalize laundry detergents. A new fabric coating could help our clothes shrug off gunk. How silk could strangle dangerous microbes before they can harm us.
ListenEpisode 245 - April 23 2012 from 2012-04-23T10:00
Why researchers say they have some “berry” good news about the brain. How putting the kibosh on something called oh-glick-nack might help improve your memory. How an evolving type of artificial me...
ListenEpisode 244 - April 16 2012 from 2012-04-16T10:00
Why the “fearful lizards” of yore could be the smartest kids in the class on some distant planet. How living at a snail’s pace just got a lot more energetic. A new finding about oil and water could...
ListenEpisode 243 - April 9 2012 from 2012-04-09T10:00
How comets may have set evolution in motion. Why microscopic “spaghetti highways” could help rejuvenate older people. How butterfly wings could boost production of green fuels. What surprising sour...
ListenEpisode 242 - March 19 2012 from 2012-03-19T10:00
Why that morning pick-me-up might not be as natural as you think. A tantalizing taste conundrum defies explanation. What is killing the bees?
ListenEpisode 240 - March 05 2012 from 2012-03-05T10:00
How bacteria in our bellies may contribute to weight gain. Why potatoes could help mash high blood pressure without packing on the pounds. Where water shortages are most likely to occur in the next...
ListenEpisode 239 - February 27 2012 from 2012-02-27T10:00
Miracle materials” could help solve some of the world’s greatest challenges. An ultra-thin material subdues rust. How a new process led to the discovery of two potent weapons in the fight against...
ListenEpisode 238 - February 20 2012 from 2012-02-20T10:00
How testing for vitamin D deficiency just became more reliable. A hand-held device could revolutionize blood testing. Why smart phones could help keep us a lot healthier.
ListenEpisode 237 - February 13 2012 from 2012-02-13T10:00
Skewered nanoparticles could help overcome a big problem. A microrocket could speed up drug delivery in the body. How science might best address concerns about the safe use of nanomedicines.
ListenEpisode 236 - February 6 2012 from 2012-02-06T10:00
A new online tool could help you find out what’s really going up in smoke. An inexpensive, yet amazingly effective, new material could help slash carbon dioxide release into the atmosphere. How an...
ListenEpisode 235 - January 30 2012 from 2012-01-30T10:00
How scientists are closing in on ways to make healthier hot dogs. Why a little-known component of beer could cause digestive havoc in some people. A startling finding could lead to changes down on ...
ListenEpisode 234 - January 23 2012 from 2012-01-23T10:00
AHow a substance produced by a “miracle tree” could help quench the worldwide thirst for clean drinking water. Why dew drops do what they do. Why some drug names are such tongue twisters.
ListenEpisode 233 - January 17 2012 from 2012-01-16T10:00
How coffee drinking reduces the risk of Type 2 diabetes. A real insight into a “wild card” in your genes. Advances toward an imaging agent for diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease.
ListenEpisode 232 - January 09 2012 from 2012-01-09T10:00
How dried licorice root fights the bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease. Why some vacuum cleaners actually make things dirtier in your home. A new medical scanner bears a strong resembl...
ListenEpisode 231 - January 02 2012 from 2012-01-02T10:00
An emerging field of research could heat up cancer treatment. How a new tool could help surgeons zero in on cancer cells in the brain. Why nano-magnets could help doctors replace damaged or diseas...
ListenEpisode 215 - August 08 2011 from 2012-01-02T10:00
Why an electronic nose could simplify the diagnosis and treatment of a rampant lung disease; How a battery-powered skin patch could help relieve the agony of a common circulatory problem; A vacci...
ListenEpisode 230 - December 19 2011 from 2011-12-19T10:00
How sunlight could soon clean your clothes. Why the next generation of tires could be sweet and green. How after-effects of the age-old quest for riches still haunt us today.
ListenEpisode 229 - December 12 2011 from 2011-12-12T10:00
Which antibiotic-resistant substances are slipping through the cracks at sewage treatment plants. Why one of the foulest smelling creatures on Earth could lead to the development of more effective ...
ListenEpisode 228 - December 5 2011 from 2011-12-05T10:00
How comets may have set evolution in motion. Why microscopic “spaghetti highways” could help rejuvenate older people. How butterfly wings could boost production of green fuels. What surprising sour...
ListenEpisode 227 - November 21 2011 from 2011-11-21T10:00
How the next generation of home printers could add a new dimension to even the drabbest photo. How a new “smart” material could help tap the medical potential of tissue-penetrating light. Why the w...
ListenEpisode 226 - November 14 2011 from 2011-11-14T10:00
How a fresh-faced material could help foil the flu. How a new test could help fend off food poisoning. Why shedding a few tears could help keep diabetes under control.
ListenEpisode 225 - November 07 2011 from 2011-11-07T10:00
How washing machines churn up microscopic water pollution. Why concerns about peat bogs releasing potentially climate-changing gases might be misplaced. Why the coldest places on Earth could soon l...
ListenEpisode 224 - October 31 2011 from 2011-10-31T10:00
Why researchers think they’re just a hairs breath away from simplifying the diagnosis of a common neurological disorder. How a magnetic tongue could help enliven processed food. Why thermal cash ...
ListenEpisode 223 - October 24 2011 from 2011-10-24T10:00
How a new scientific test could help authenticate priceless silk masterpieces. Why art experts are concerned about the future of acrylic paintings. Why it isn’t easy rising to the top in a beehive.
ListenEpisode 222 - October 17 2011 from 2011-10-17T10:00
How a new technique could help drugs seek out and destroy the virus that causes AIDS hidden in a nearly impenetrable refuge. Why older people may be getting too much of a good thing in water. How s...
ListenEpisode 221 - October 03 2011 from 2011-10-03T10:00
How a pregnancy protein could help doctors detect Alzheimer’s disease in older women; A breath-taking new test could quickly help identify harmful substances, while another new test could help cull...
ListenEpisode 220 - September 26 2011 from 2011-09-26T10:00
A new type of "smart" window could help keep us comfy and lower our electric bills; Why discarded plastic bottles could help prevent poisoning in developing countries; How scientists went against t...
ListenEpisode 219 - September 19 2011 from 2011-09-19T10:00
How an extinct relative of the elephant could help surgeons save lives; Why panda poop could speed the development of biofuels; How scientists searching for ways to corral farm odors are closing in...
ListenEpisode 218 - September 12 2011 from 2011-09-12T10:00
How new high-tech instruments could finally determine if there really is life on Mars; Why energy production on Mars could be out of this world; why Martian-bound astronauts will need green thumbs.
ListenEpisode 217 - August 22 2011 from 2011-08-22T10:00
Why putting a gator in your tank isn’t a croc-pot idea; Scientists are concerned about efforts to jumpstart biofuel production; How newly discovered crystals in a meteorite could help advance elec...
ListenEpisode 216 - August 15 2011 from 2011-08-15T10:00
Paper money and sales receipts may not be good for your health; New concerns are arising about a common flame retardant and its effects during pregnancy; Why scientists are scrutinizing sunscreens.
ListenEpisode 214 - August 01 2011 from 2011-08-01T10:00
What hidden danger lurks in some swimming pools. How a creek-dwelling creature inspired the development of a new spy gadget. Scientists are closing in on a way to make an improbable movie prop a si...
ListenEpisode 213 - July 25 2011 from 2011-07-25T10:00
Why government scientists say Gulf of Mexico seafood is safe just a year after one of the world’s worst offshore oil disasters. How seaweed could forestall heart disease. How much smaller can elec...
ListenEpisode 212 - July 18 2011 from 2011-07-18T10:00
How scientists are sprucing up an old cancer test so it can be used in women. How researchers are reinventing a popular low-calorie snack. Why scientists are struggling to solve a mystery surround...
ListenEpisode 211 - July 5 2011 from 2011-07-05T10:00
A new blood test could help doctors determine the best treatment for infections. How scientists are taking microscopes to the next dimension. An ingredient used in erectile dysfunction drugs could...
ListenEpisode 210 - June 27 2011 from 2011-06-27T10:00
How 19th century discoveries could help solve a 21st century energy conundrum; Why scientists in China are speaking out about the state of nuclear power in their country. How scientists thinking o...
ListenEpisode 209 - June 20 2011 from 2011-06-20T10:00
What reassuring discovery scientists have made about milk from flood-prone farms. How researchers found a natural answer to a puzzling bovine mystery. Some of the world’s smallest tools are leadin...
ListenEpisode 208 - June 13 2011 from 2011-06-13T10:00
A simple chemical cocktail could spark limb re-growth in mammals. How scientists are closing in on ways to regenerate cartilage. Why an extract from tree buds could help rejuvenate aging skin.
ListenEpisode 207 - June 6 2011 from 2011-06-06T10:00
How a natural plant extract could lead to better sun protective clothing. Why drugs inspired by Gila monsters and other venomous creatures could help alleviate serious medical problems. A new subst...
ListenEpisode 206 - May 30 2011 from 2011-05-30T10:00
Why recycling proteins could lead to new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. How a new process could help transform steel-mill residues into another sturdy building material. Next-generation wheat ...
ListenEpisode 205 - May 23 2011 from 2011-05-23T10:00
Why substances designed to protect infants from fire could actually pose a health hazard. How scientists are closing in on treatments for a common inherited disability. How researchers found a ne...
ListenEpisode 204 - May 16 2011 from 2011-05-16T10:00
How a new technique could help track the origins of beef. Why liquid smoke made from rice could give you a dietary boost. How vaccines could help quell a drug addiction.
ListenEpisode 203 - May 09 2011 from 2011-05-09T10:00
How a substance similar to a red wine compound could help protect us against excessive radiation. How scientists discovered a way to detect if natural cola drinks are the real thing. Why tea, coffe...
ListenEpisode 202 - May 02 2011 from 2011-05-02T10:00
A new low-cost imaging technique could be just what the doctor ordered. Why you should say “si” to Latin American blueberries. How a new test could help doctors detect and treat complications of jo...
ListenEpisode 201 - April 25 2011 from 2011-04-25T10:00
How scientists are closing in on a way to extract oil shale from the ground without releasing harmful greenhouse gases. Why tidal waters could keep your batteries going. A needle-in-the-haystack me...
ListenEpisode 200 - April 18 2011 from 2011-04-18T10:00
How toad brains could be an untapped source of pharmazooticals. Why scientists are clucking about feather-based plastics. When stale beer could soon be a thing of the past.
ListenEpisode 199 - April 11 2011 from 2011-04-11T10:00
Why copying Mother Nature could help us trail blaze a path to better health. Smoking and diabetes aren’t a good combination. How new medicines could clamp down on colon cancer and asthma; What flo...
ListenEpisode 198 - April 07 2011 from 2011-04-07T10:00
Your fingers could soon produce electricity in a pinch. 3-D batteries could rev up interest in electric cars. Rejuvenated crankcase oil could find new life in your gas tank.
ListenEpisode 197 - April 04 2011 from 2011-04-04T10:00
A pair of fruits could make green cars more appealing. Meat residues could soon be transformed into biodegradable plastic. How a new whisker-thin coating could help preserve food and beverages. A b...
ListenEpisode 196 - March 21 2011 from 2011-03-21T10:00
How laser light could induce cancer cells to absorb more chemotherapy drugs. Why certain forms of an essential nutrient might fight cancer better than others. Scientists suspect a new melt-in-your-...
ListenEpisode 195 - March 14 2011 from 2011-03-14T10:00
What chemists are doing to fend off a resurgent pest. How scientists are closing in on safer blood transfusions. How a slapstick movie prop could help purify water.
ListenEpisode 194 - March 07 2011 from 2011-03-07T10:00
Hair dyes are on the brink of a colorful revolution. Why fluoride gets by on the skin of its teeth. How a newly discovered protein could improve lung cancer detection and treatment.
ListenEpisode 193 - February 28 2011 from 2011-02-28T10:00
A new high-performance battery could make electric cars more appealing. Solar panel manufacturers are zeroing in on ways to perfect their products. A new type offortified bread could curtail an eme...
ListenEpisode 192 - February 21 2011 from 2011-02-21T10:00
How scientists are closing in on early warning test for a dangerous type of pregnancy. Newly detected substances in algae blooms disrupt reproductive hormones in fish and other wildlife. Why bio-fu...
ListenEpisode 191 - February 14 2011 from 2011-02-14T10:00
How making key raw material in paints and other everyday products just got greener. Why an illegal drug is endangering rainforests. Night games at sports stadiums are shedding new lighton air pollu...
ListenEpisode 190 - February 07 2011 from 2011-02-07T10:00
Why vegans are at risk for heart disease. Red mud leftover from a European flood could reduce crop yields. How a newly discovered item in Mother Nature’s medicine chest could help deter bone diseases.
ListenEpisode 189 - January 31 2011 from 2011-01-31T10:00
Why a vegetable once banned from Air Force One intrigues cancer researchers; How technology used to clean dentures could give cancer treatment a boost. A first look at what really happened to all t...
ListenEpisode 188 - January 24 2011 from 2011-01-24T10:00
A new way to make genetic machinery. A once-drab computer component that’s electrifying scientists. Rock, scissors or paper: which can keep food fresher longer.
ListenEpisode 187 - January 17 2011 from 2011-01-17T10:00
Why it only takes minutes not years for smoking to begin harming our bodies. Why smoke-laden furniture and carpeting is a bigger health threat than previously thought. How ultra-light frozen smoke ...
ListenEpisode 186 - January 10 2011 from 2011-01-10T10:00
Household sewage could be the next great alternative fuel. Studded tires could be a public health hazard. A common herb smothers the foul smell of a Southern delicacy.
ListenEpisode 185 - December 27 2010 from 2010-12-27T10:00
Six green New Year’s resolutions based on 2010 Science Elements content.
ListenEpisode 184 - December 20 2010 from 2010-12-20T10:00
New questions about how fluoride really works; Evidence supporting gluten-free diets for celiac patients. Current insights into bacteria and the company they keep.
ListenEpisode 183 - December 13 2010 from 2010-12-13T10:00
The hunt is on for a new way to detect diabetes.
ListenEpisode 182 - December 06 2010 from 2010-12-06T10:00
Why proteins act differently in a crowd. A mild-mannered meat could soon get a flavor boost. How ‘radar’ could help pinpoint perfume scents.
ListenEpisode 181 - November 22 2010 from 2010-11-22T10:00
Why scientists say they can cork wine allergies. Po-ta-to, Po-tat-o, why researchers say they can call the whole blight of. How a drug could help foil a terrorist attack.
ListenEpisode 180 - November 15 2010 from 2010-11-15T10:00
A new crime solving tool could shine light on once invisible clues. How a Trojan Horse could help sneak a protective drug into brains of stroke patients. Why newly discovered guardian angels could ...
ListenEpisode 179 - November 08 2010 from 2010-11-08T10:00
Why video game technology could speed the development of new drugs. How scientists are closing in on a more accurate medical test. What piece of conventional dietary wisdom just got called into doubt.
ListenEpisode 178 - November 01 2010 from 2010-11-01T10:00
What makes the cone snail so deadly. Why insects hate tobacco; How small particles show big promise in beating unpleasant odors.
ListenEpisode 177 - October 25 2010 from 2010-10-25T10:00
How milk and clay could help a common bit of garbage disappear faster. Why certain plastic-producing catalysts are making a comeback. Chemists are closing in on ways to disconnect the world’s small...
ListenEpisode 176 - October 18 2010 from 2010-10-18T10:00
Why fantastically small filters could slash the cost of producing safe drinking water. How a popular soft drink could enhance cancer treatment. Newly developed oils could significantly boost gas mi...
ListenEpisode 175 - October 04 2010 from 2010-10-04T10:00
What simple approach could blot out the last remnants of a devastating oil spill. How drug manufacturers are adapting to new regulatory standards. Why beer lovers could soon be toasting scientific ...
ListenEpisode 174 - September 27 2010 from 2010-09-27T10:00
A soap ingredient could help quell an all-too-common parasitic disease. How an old way of making glue could spruce up the environment. Why ‘dry water’ could be the wave of the future.
ListenEpisode 173 - September 20 2010 from 2010-09-20T10:00
What is smaller than peach fuzz yet stronger than steel. Why an old folk remedy is so effective. How a new vaccine could help save the fishing industry.
ListenEpisode 171 - September 6 2010 from 2010-09-06T10:00
How frogs could make certain infections go croak. Why a new test could help scientists better gauge the effects of cigarette smoking. What black rice and blueberries have in common.
ListenEpisode 170 - August 30 2010 from 2010-08-30T10:00
hy a Nobel Laureate is excited about the future of solar and wind energy. How space-age technology could help increase the efficiency of earth-bound solar panelsl. Why electricity collected from th...
ListenEpisode 169 - August 23 2010 from 2010-08-23T10:00
How scientist are closing in on a new generation of disease fighters. What mysterious weight-loss beverage really works; How certain fruits might help you keep your wits. Why Mr. Potato Head could...
ListenEpisode 168 - August 16 2010 from 2010-08-16T10:00
Why scorpion venom could improve brain cancer treatment. How a new technique could help doctors detect certain skin cancers much earlier. We celebrate a milestone in cancer prevention and researche...
ListenEpisode 167 - August 9 2010 from 2010-08-09T10:00
How a new forensic test could link suspects to crimes faster than ever before. Why long–term use of certain medications leads to bone loss in some patients. Planes, trains or automobiles.
ListenEpisode 166 - August 2 2010 from 2010-08-02T10:00
How minute building materials could have a huge impact on construction. Middle school students help scientists glimpse the inner workings of a key enzyme. Why an extract from sea snail saliva could...
ListenEpisode 165 - July 26 2010 from 2010-07-26T10:00
Whether using oil dispersants is a good idea. Why some scientists are questioning the safety and effectiveness of herbal dietary supplements. How a new type of paper could help quash foot odors and...
ListenEpisode 164 - July 19 2010 from 2010-07-19T10:00
How chemical disguises could help get drugs into cells. Chemists are decoding secrets hidden in our blood. Small particles could help shroud the undersea movements of submarine.
ListenEpisode 163 - July 5 2010 from 2010-07-05T10:00
How thirst quenchers are like roadmaps. Why nanoparticles could revolutionize dentistry. Leaving this world a greener place.
ListenEpisode 162 - June 28 2010 from 2010-06-28T10:00
How unraveling proteins could help stave off a nocturnal pest. Why natural products might be a fruitful source of new cancer drugs. Scientists are closing in on new treatments for anthrax.
ListenEpisode 161 - June 21 2010 from 2010-06-21T10:00
Why oil dispersants might not be best way to clean-up after the spill. How a new teaching tool could help students embracing science in the wake of the oil spill learn more about chemistry. Using s...
ListenEpisode 160 - June 14 2010 from 2010-06-14T10:00
How plastics may soon grow on trees. A plastic antibody one day could help you fend off infections. Fungi could one day help fill up our gas tanks or perhaps even create new plastics.
ListenEpisode 159 - June 07 2010 from 2010-06-07T10:00
An important step forward in diabetes research. The first paper “dipstick” test for determining blood type. New evidence that a chili pepper ingredient fights fat.
ListenEpisode 158 - May 31 2010 from 2010-05-31T10:00
Why aviation could have greater influence on global warming in the future. How a new test could lead to earlier detection of gum disease. Where science is closing in on a new way to test for cosmet...
ListenEpisode 157 - May 24 2010 from 2010-05-24T10:00
Why chemistry could help minimize oil spill damage along the Gulf of Mexico. How scientists are closing in an affordable biodiesel made from sewage. A new device that could help detect serious comp...
ListenEpisode 156 - May 17 2010 from 2010-05-17T10:00
How new guidelines may make it easier to share information on green products. Why cigarette butts could help protect oil wells. A new plastic-like material that could silence disease-causing microbes.
ListenEpisode 155 - May 10 2010 from 2010-05-10T10:00
Why mom was right all along about something she urged us to do every day. How a drug could boost the effectiveness of certain vaccines. new simplified treatment could help patients better cope wit...
ListenEpisode 154 - May 3 2010 from 2010-05-03T10:00
How new cleansers could swiftly scrub away the remnants of certain terrorist threats. Where you might find the biggest electronic trash heaps in the next 20 years. Ultra-small innovations promise b...
ListenEpisode 153 - April 26 2010 from 2010-04-26T10:00
A surprising source of smog in California. The ongoing quest for soft toilet paper. A possible answer to a universal question that has boggled scientists for decades.
ListenEpisode 152 - April 19 2010 from 2010-04-19T10:00
Why human activity could lead to unprecedented planetary changes that could last millions of years. What scientist are discovering about a potentially harmful substance in eggs. How scientists have...
ListenEpisode 151 - April 12 2010 from 2010-04-12T10:00
How certain household cleansers could lead to the formation of harmful substances in waste water. Scientists may be closing in on a new way to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. An evolvi...
ListenEpisode 150 - April 5 2010 from 2010-04-05T10:00
Substances in unroasted coffee beans could help kill insects and protect crops. Safety labels on some household pesticides may do more harm than good. How insects can harm endangered meat-eating pl...
ListenEpisode 149 - March 29 2010 from 2010-03-29T10:00
How bathing could be washing more than just dirt off your body. Why ingredients in some shampoos could help fight global warming. Green technology might re-tire your car. Making biofuels could so...
ListenEpisode 148 - March 22 2010 from 2010-03-22T10:00
A new roof coated with something found in almost every fast food restaurant could help save energy. A process used in plasma TVs could produce an ultra-clean fuel. Eating less meat and dairy prod...
ListenEpisode 147 - March 15 2010 from 2010-03-15T10:00
World crude oil production may peak earlier than some predict. NoMix toilets are taking hold in Europe. How a form of carbon could revolutionize the electronics industry.
ListenEpisode 146 - March 09 2010 from 2010-03-09T10:00
Substances that helped us avoid one environmental problem could be worsening another. How microbes in the soil are becoming more resistant to antibiotics. Why supermarket lighting could actually bo...
ListenEpisode 145 - March 01 2010 from 2010-03-01T10:00
A sex hormone found in an unexpected place. electrifying news about body movement. and a laser surgery technique that is helping to restore some of the world’s great masterpieces.
ListenEpisode 144 - February 22 2010 from 2010-02-22T10:00
The hunt is on for a new way to detect diabetes.
ListenEpisode 143 - February 8 2010 from 2010-02-08T10:00
A tool used to search for new medicines could help dampen the effects of global warming. A few chemical tweaks could make PVC plastics safer. How a sophisticated medical technology could help foil ...
ListenEpisode 142 - February 1 2010 from 2010-02-01T10:00
New doubts about the safety of Ginkgo herbal medicines. The secret life of smoke in fostering rebirth and renewal of forests and grasslands. An eco-friendly way of decomposing BPA-containing plastic.
ListenEpisode 141 - January 25 2010 from 2010-01-25T10:00
How blueberry juice could improve memory in older adults. Why people older than 50 should be concerned about copper and iron. A blood test for a common mental illness that could be available soon.
ListenEpisode 140 - January 18 2010 from 2010-01-18T10:00
Research in Singapore could help streamline production of a common anti-flu drug. Chinese scientists have detected a new set of biomarkers for colon cancer. Chemists in Japan may have unraveled the...
ListenEpisode 139 - January 11 2010 from 2010-01-11T10:00
High blood pressure drugs might help subdue a common complication of diabetes. A new fabric could help improve blood circulation in people who have diabetes. How coal linked to an ancient mass exti...
ListenEpisode 138 - December 28 2009 from 2009-12-28T10:00
A recap/digest of the top 2009 stories for ACS and Science Elements this past year.
ListenEpisode 137 - December 21 2009 from 2009-12-21T10:00
How food aromas could help combat the battle of the bulge. Heart drugs that show promise for fighting colon cancer. Tiny tweaks could ease concerns about nanoparticles in sewage.
ListenEpisode 136 - December 14 2009 from 2009-12-14T10:00
How calorie-restricted diets fight obesity and extend life span. New research suggests older dental fillings might be safer than previously thought. Scientists are making progress toward a fast, ac...
ListenEpisode 135 - December 7 2009 from 2009-12-07T10:00
How scientists are sniffing out new ways to preserve old books. A natural Jekyll-and-Hyde transformation is linked to coral bleaching. Fruit flies could lead to better addiction treatments.
ListenEpisode 134 - November 23 2009 from 2009-11-23T10:00
Why hepatitis B hits men harder than women. How changes in a woman’s saliva could help doctors detect and treat age-related diseases. An ultraviolet light switch could lead to better understanding ...
ListenEpisode 133 - November 16 2009 from 2009-11-16T10:00
Explosive findings about the inner realm of living cells. A vast new liver protein database that could shed light on combating disease. New evidence that dark chocolate helps ease emotional stress.
ListenEpisode 132 - November 9 2009 from 2009-11-09T10:00
New evidence suggests that an old idea about oil and gas might be right. How personalized solar energy could become a reality. A new test could quickly and easily detect pesticide residues on foods.
ListenEpisode 131 - November 2 2009 from 2009-11-02T10:00
A new study that could turn our notions about household dust inside out. A nanoparticle finding that could knock your socks off. Why disease-causing microbes should be afraid of pumpkins.
ListenEpisode 130 - October 26 2009 from 2009-10-26T10:00
Spider web glue could lead to the development of bio-based adhesives. Nanoparticles may boost the growth of tomatoes, pumpkins and other crops. How chemists cracked a culinary.
ListenEpisode 129 - October 19 2009 from 2009-10-19T10:00
Some color shades offer better protection against sun’s ultraviolet rays. China could make more headway in controlling acid rain. How compounds in a legendary plant could help treat osteoporosis.
ListenEpisode 128 - October 5 2009 from 2009-10-05T10:00
Drug companies are scrambling to get swine flu vaccine to a clinic near you. British scientists have moved nanotechnology a step forward. A new finding could lead to better treatment of digestive p...
ListenEpisode 127 - September 28 2009 from 2009-09-28T10:00
How green roofs could help put a lid on global warming. Why greenhouse gas emissions differ between major cities. New paper batteries could one day power electronics in clothing and other materials.
ListenEpisode 126 - September 21 2009 from 2009-09-21T10:00
A new molecular model could help scientists predict the effects of global warming with greater accuracy. Biofuel production could undercut efforts to shrink a vast “Dead Zone” in the Gulf of Mexico...
ListenEpisode 125 - September 14 2009 from 2009-09-14T10:00
How a plant extract could beat the devil out of swine flu. A new skin treatment could potentially help prevent wrinkles. A natural hormone could reduce pesticide residues on crops.
ListenEpisode 124 - September 7 2009 from 2009-09-07T10:00
How discarded computers are getting a second life overseas. Why two natural waste products can lead to bumper crop yields. A tiny molecule could help scientists unravel the secrets of aging.
ListenEpisode 123 - August 31 2009 from 2009-08-31T10:00
An invasive weed that could help treat a common health problem. Evidence that arsenic lingers in some people’s bodies longer than others. Another reason to be wary of high-fructose corn syrup.
ListenEpisode 122 - August 24 2009 from 2009-08-24T10:00
How plastics in our oceans swiftly decompose and spread toxic substances. Households create more water pollution than previously thought. Why romantic dinners might be better without candles.
ListenEpisode 121 - August 17, 2009 from 2009-08-17T10:00
Something other than George Washington might be on a one dollar bill. New technology that could help solve murders. How what you don’t smoke can hurt you. A new vaccine could help eradicate a deadl...
ListenEpisode 120 - August 10, 2009 from 2009-08-10T10:00
How fruit flies helped scientists gain new insights into the effects of carbon nanoparticles. Why nematodes could hasten the development of new antibiotics. New evidence suggests smoking marijuana ...
ListenEpisode 119 - August 3, 2009 from 2009-08-03T10:00
A "shrimp cocktail" that could fuel your car or truck. New evidence that freshly crushed garlic better for the heart than processed. A finding that could settle a prehistoric controversy.
ListenEpisode 118 - July 27, 2009 from 2009-07-27T10:00
The first scientific evidence that certain scents can relieve stress. An inner “fingerprint” for personalizing medical care. A safer and more effective way to prevent infections among people who ha...
ListenEpisode 117 - July 20, 2009 from 2009-07-20T10:00
Scientists in Louisiana are developing a new, safer form of acetaminophen. How a popular dietary supplement could help prevent, treat cataracts. Researchers have found a new way to combat drug-resi...
ListenEpisode 116 - July 13, 2009 from 2009-07-13T10:00
How cleaner ship fuels could help prevent thousands of deaths. New insights about a long-lost statue could help prevent corrosion. Weed killers can actually boost the nutritional value of corn.
ListenEpisode 115 - June 29, 2009 from 2009-06-29T10:00
A startling new estimate of chemistry’s vast untapped potential. The development of a transgenic food that fights allergies. A better way to keep ticks and fleas off of Fido and Fluffy.
ListenEpisode 114 - June 22, 2009 from 2009-06-22T10:00
New laboratory studies in mice suggest vinegar might help fend off fat. How “milking” microscopic algae could yield massive amounts of oil. A new federal study reveals much about lingering pesticid...
ListenEpisode 113 - June 15, 2009 from 2009-06-15T10:00
New compelling evidence links marijuana use to increased risk of cancer. An innovative “electronic nose” that can help sniff out kidney disease. How a bit of genetic engineering could transform a d...
ListenEpisode 112 - June 8, 2009 from 2009-06-08T10:00
Wine in a box? Think “good” not “gauche”. A skin-deep discovery reveals a hidden defense used by poisonous frogs. And finally, some new ideas about making sustainability a reality.
ListenEpisode 111 - June 1, 2009 from 2009-06-01T10:00
How tenacious the virus that causes bird flu really is. Why silver nanoparticles could help prevent blood clots. New “microcapsules” could boost drug absorption into the blood stream.
ListenEpisode 110 - May 25, 2009 from 2009-05-25T10:00
Why scientists are a step closer to solving a mysterious disease. Where a new type of nanoparticle could fend off foggy windows and eyeglasses. How chemists used ingredients from the human body to ...
ListenEpisode 109 - May 18, 2009 from 2009-05-18T10:00
How an important advance could improve food safety. Scientists solve a mystery surrounding the Chernobyl Nuclear plant accident. Technology used by an Internet megastore is helping us learn more ab...
ListenEpisode 108 - May 11, 2009 from 2009-05-11T10:00
A new way to produce biofuels without straining global food supplies. A better way to build a railroad that is environmentally sound. A smart way to reduce radioactive waste at nuclear power plants.
ListenEpisode 107 - May 4, 2009 from 2009-05-04T10:00
A new computer program could be a modern day Rosetta Stone for chemists. Japanese scientists have created the first self-propelled oil droplets. How mercury levels in Arctic seals may be linked to ...
ListenEpisode 106 - April 27, 2009 from 2009-04-27T10:00
How a new type of ice could lead to greener ways to fight fires. A "self-healing” polymer could simplify plastic recycling. A new biosensor could help prevent food poisoning.
ListenEpisode 105 - April 20, 2009 from 2009-04-20T10:00
A new broad spectrum anti-microbial paint capable of combating “superbugs”. The first wireless brain oxygen level sensor that could help fine tune testing and treatment. The centuries-old secret be...
ListenEpisode 104 - April 13, 2009 from 2009-04-13T10:00
How a discovery about mussels could lead to better bandages. Why it could take far more water to produce biodiesel than previously thought. Scientists are a step closer to understanding what puts s...
ListenEpisode 103 - April 6, 2009 from 2009-04-06T10:00
How bees cope with impending career changes. A “magic potion” in fly spit may shoo away blinding eye disease. A new gas storage material that could accelerate the development of ultra-clean fuel ce...
ListenEpisode 102 - March 25, 2009 from 2009-03-25T10:00
A new nanogenerator that one day could be used to charge cell phones with a wave of the hand. new evidence that nanoparticles in cosmetics could have adverse environmental effects. And finally, The...
ListenEpisode 101 - March 18, 2009 from 2009-03-18T10:00
Nanoparticles that show promise for “cooking” cancer cells. Evidence that a new type of yogurt can fight stomach ulcer bacteria. The first automated carbohydrate “assembly line”. Vegetable proteins...
ListenEpisode 100 - March 16, 2009 from 2009-03-16T10:00
The discovery of plants that makes bilirubin. A new, more accurate way to date ancient rock paintings. And finally, a super-buoyant material that could lead to a new generation of futuristic flotat...
ListenEpisode 99 - March 9, 2009 from 2009-03-09T10:00
Simple changes in rural sanitation could save more than one million lives annually. A shoe found in an 800-year old dump could help us preserve leather artifacts. Scientists have cracked the centur...
ListenEpisode 98 - March 2, 2009 from 2009-03-02T10:00
A new test for detecting fake organic milk. Two food additives with previously unrecognized estrogen-like effects. The discovery of an historic sample of bomb-grade plutonium.
ListenEpisode 97 - February 23, 2009 from 2009-02-23T10:00
A new test that could identify illegal steroids in cattle. How eating eggs might help reduce blood pressure. A soybean derivative fights abnormal proteins involved in Alzheimer’s disease.
ListenEpisode 96 - February 16, 2009 from 2009-02-16T10:00
How antibacterial plaster could put a clean sheen on walls. We could one day drive on roads paved with recycled trash from the Information superhighway. Researchers have discovered the ultimate spo...
ListenEpisode 95 - February 9, 2009 from 2009-02-09T10:00
Technology used on Mars could detect pollutants here on Earth. Butterfly wings spark development of more powerful solar cells. How a blood test could one day help identify harmful nanoparticles.
ListenEpisode 94 - February 2, 2009 from 2009-02-02T10:00
Australian researchers are developing a urine test capable of diagnosing heart disease. An edible fungus foils dangerous grapefruit-drug interactions. How a licorice ingredient could one day help t...
ListenEpisode 93 - January 19, 2009 from 2009-01-19T10:00
Animal bones helped strengthen medieval walls. Microscopic hands could help build tomorrow’s machinery. How a saliva test could one day help detect Type 2 diabetes.
ListenEpisode 92 - January 12, 2009 from 2009-01-12T10:00
New evidence suggesting our bodies produce a key component of a common over-the-counter pain reliever. Newly developed microswimmers that could improve drug delivery. Chicken feather clothing that ...
ListenEpisode 91 - December 22, 2008 from 2008-12-22T10:00
How chemists have created a more effective oral form of a disease-fighting protein. Real-time pollen forecasts are a step closer to reality. Used coffee grounds could one day help fuel our cars.
ListenEpisode 90 - December 15, 2008 from 2008-12-15T10:00
chemists have detected high pesticide levels in some fruit-based sodas. Testing water at sewage treatment plants can help track community drug use. An experimental treatment shows promise in combat...
ListenEpisode 89 - December 8, 2008 from 2008-12-08T10:00
How new high-tech ‘wipes’ can quickly neutralize military and industrial chemicals. Development of “smart fabrics” that could one day help detect disease. Chemists may have found a new early indica...
ListenEpisode 88 - November 24, 2008 from 2008-11-24T10:00
A technique that could increase the success of islet cell transplants for Type-1 diabetes. Microcapsules that act as “roach motels” to kill harmful bacteria. A key advance toward treatment for most...
ListenEpisode 87 - November 17, 2008 from 2008-11-17T10:00
The world’s thinnest loudspeakers. An explosive-detecting sensor powered by living cells. A new test that could help people with celiac disease avert digestive turmoil.
ListenEpisode 86 - November 10, 2008 from 2008-11-10T10:00
Chemists may have solved a lingering mystery about thalidomide, a drug that once caused thousands of birth defects. A unique process that could help remove unwanted heparin from the blood. New type...
ListenEpisode 85 - November 3, 2008 from 2008-11-03T10:00
An important advance that could make solar energy more practical. Tiny DNA tweezers that can catch and release objects on-demand. How snails are helping scientists unravel the biochemistry of evolu...
ListenEpisode 84 - October 27, 2008 from 2008-10-27T10:00
A new device that could change how we diagnose disease. The world’s smallest hand-held detector of health and safety threats. An important breakthrough in the treatment of African sleeping sickness.
ListenEpisode 83 - October 20, 2008 from 2008-10-20T10:00
How a new process could boost the production of synthetic fuels from coal. Producing alternative fuels could strain dwindling water supplies. Finally, how high intensity light can reduce facial wri...
ListenEpisode 82 - October 13, 2008 from 2008-10-13T10:00
How a common pollutant may cause iodine in breast milk to drop to dangerously low levels. Key advances toward an effective treatment for a hereditary disease called spinal muscular atrophy. Finally...
ListenEpisode 81 - October 6, 2008 from 2008-10-06T10:00
A tiny fuel tank that could lead to big changes in cars. Dutch chemists who have created the world’s smallest on-off switch. And finally, a fungus that fights air pollution and acid rain.
ListenEpisode 80 - September 29, 2008 from 2008-09-29T10:00
An inexpensive device could dramatically boost fuel mileage. Scientists are using advanced technology to unlock the secrets of bone formation. Chemists are investigating a natural form of Viagra th...
ListenEpisode 79 - September 22, 2008 from 2008-09-22T10:00
New research that may point to a long-sought male birth control pill. An electrifying study on squeezing oil out of rock. A new natural calorie-free sweetener that might appear in your soft drinks.
ListenEpisode 78 - September 15, 2008 from 2008-09-15T10:00
How an herbal tea extract could help fend off complications of diabetes. Development of a new way to combat cocaine abuse. Researchers in China are a step closer to developing a new type of hybrid ...
ListenEpisode 77 - September 8, 2008 from 2008-09-08T10:00
How a naturally occurring protein could lead to better antibiotics. Substances in marijuana could help eradicate “superbugs”. Chemists are developing new a generation of cancer drugs that are more ...
ListenEpisode 76 - September 1, 2008 from 2008-09-01T10:00
A new finding could improve success rates of in vitro fertilization. Chemists are learning more about the link between folic acid and colon cancer. A common substance used by the ancient Egyptians ...
ListenEpisode 75 - August 25, 2008 from 2008-08-25T10:00
How an odor sensor could one day help doctors detect skin cancer. New MRI technology that could lead to early diagnosis of osteoarthritis. One chemist’s efforts to help make swallowing liquid medic...
ListenEpisode 74 - August 18, 2008 from 2008-08-18T10:00
How the detailed microscopic study of hair fibers may lead to better hair-care products. A newly detected air pollutant that mimics the damaging effects of cigarette smoke. A new imaging technique ...
ListenEpisode 73 - August 11, 2008 from 2008-08-11T10:00
Development of the world’s thinnest balloon. A new test to protect food from the human form of Mad Cow Disease. New evidence supporting the benefits of breast feeding.
ListenEpisode 72 - August 4, 2008 from 2008-08-04T10:00
A new imaging technique that reveals hidden details of a lost Van Gogh painting. Findings that could help retain the crunch in bread crust. A recycling method to transform those old electronic circ...
ListenEpisode 71 - July 28, 2008 from 2008-07-28T10:00
New materials for microwave cookware that heat faster with less energy. Designing bourbon whiskeys with custom-tailored aromas. Diamond surfaces as the possible origin of early life on Earth.
ListenEpisode 70 - July 21, 2008 from 2008-07-21T10:00
>A snow flea antifreeze protein that could help improve organ preservation. Development of a new hand-held biosensor. Killer Kevlar - clothing that shields from germs.
ListenEpisode 69 - July 14, 2008 from 2008-07-14T10:00
A marine worm’s jaws that say “cutting-edge new aerospace materials”. A new “scrubber” that speeds removal of a powerful anthrax clean-up agent. How snake venom tells tales about geography.
ListenEpisode 68 - July 7, 2008 from 2008-07-07T10:00
Boosting the survival of insulin-cell transplants for Type 1 Diabetes. The First DNA molecule made almost entirely of artificial parts. Super strong antimicrobial coatings for uses in medicine and ...
ListenEpisode 67 - June 30, 2008 from 2008-06-30T10:00
The stomach’s healthy reaction to red wine combined with red meat. Proteins that could relate to increased longevity in women. A development toward long-range beach forecasts on bacterial contamina...
ListenEpisode 66 - June 23, 2008 from 2008-06-23T10:00
Rogue proteins called prions are not degraded by conventional sewage treatment processes. Scientists have developed a new test for more reliable product expiration labels. New research reports that...
ListenEpisode 65 - June 16, 2008 from 2008-06-16T10:00
Coffee’s aroma that kick-starts genes in the brain. Lake sediments help scientists trace 7,000 years of mining and metal use in China. Natural plant materials that can regulate starch digestion.
ListenEpisode 64 - June 9, 2008 from 2008-06-09T10:00
Super paper: A new type of nanopaper that’s more break-resistant than cast iron; Love that garlic? Fresh may be healthier than bottled: the importance of allicin. An inhalable form of gene-therapy ...
ListenEpisode 63 - June 2, 2008 from 2008-06-02T10:00
Lead leaching and faucet corrosion in PVC home plumbing. How to keep beer fresher. A nano-tech process that produces highly stretchable plastics.
ListenEpisode 62 - May 27, 2008 from 2008-05-27T10:00
Melting glaciers may release DDT and contaminate the Antarctic environment. Light-driven "molecular brakes" provide a stopping power for nanomachines. Rice in your gas tank: Boosting biofuel produc...
ListenEpisode 61 - May 19, 2008 from 2008-05-19T10:00
A new-generation of artificial cornea that could restore vision for millions worldwide. The first evidence that bacteria get “touchy-feely” about dangerous biofilms. Rice that’s grown in the United...
ListenEpisode 60 - May 12, 2008 from 2008-05-12T10:00
The identification of abnormal protein levels in diabetic retinopathy. Super yeasts that produce 300 times more protein than previously possible. Microwave zapping that kills invasive species befor...
ListenEpisode 59 - May 5, 2008 from 2008-05-05T10:00
Fighting global warming — at the dinner table. New insights on the link between early consumption of cows’ milk and Type-1 diabetes. Boosting “mussel” power: A new technique for making a key marine...
ListenEpisode 58 - April 28, 2008 from 2008-04-28T10:00
A study calling for action on heart risks from certain anti-cancer drugs. Pricing that can cut carbon dioxide emissions from electric generators. Chinese ants that show promise for fighting arthrit...
ListenEpisode 57 - April 21, 2008 from 2008-04-21T10:00
A gel-like material that shows promise as an oral insulin pill for diabetes. Silicon nanotubes for hydrogen storage in fuel cell vehicles. A gripping discovery of the rose’s petal effect.
ListenEpisode 56 - April 14, 2008 from 2008-04-14T10:00
Biochemical signals associated with atherosclerosis that may damage other organs. A revolutionary process that may lead to cars that are fueled by sugar. How so-called ‘Black gold agriculture’ may ...
ListenEpisode 55 - April 7, 2008 from 2008-04-07T10:00
How nanoparticles in antibacterial socks may pose a health and environmental hazard. Substances in alligator blood that may help put a bite in deadly antibiotic-resistant infections. A fast and ac...
ListenEpisode 54 - March 31, 2008 from 2008-03-31T10:00
The first evidence that blocking a key energy protein can kill cancer cells. How electric shocks can boost plants' production of commercially useful chemicals. Elevated concentrations of metals are...
ListenEpisode 53 - March 24, 2008 from 2008-03-24T10:00
Progress toward a new generation of vaccines for malaria and other diseases. A continued threat of water pollution at a famous Russian lake. Creation of a chemical “keypad lock” for biomolecular co...
ListenEpisode 52 - March 17, 2008 from 2008-03-17T10:00
New findings point to a heart-healthy yak cheese. Advances toward the next generation of high-efficiency plastic solar cells. New aspirin-like substances that may provide a safer way to fight heart...
ListenEpisode 51 - March 10, 2008 from 2008-03-10T10:00
Sniffing out uses for the “electronic nose”. Thirsty hybrid and electric cars that could triple demands on scarce water resources. Residential oil boilers that are raising health concerns for North...
ListenEpisode 50 - March 3, 2008 from 2008-03-03T10:00
A new process to help egg-allergy sufferers. A promising material for capturing carbon dioxide from smokestacks. Forging a foundation for cheaper solar power with steel.
ListenEpisode 49 - February 25, 2008 from 2008-02-25T10:00
Easing concerns about pollution from the manufacture of solar cells. Acid-seeking “warheads” that promise safer, more effective cancer weapons.Progress toward a healthier food for Fido: Corn provid...
ListenEpisode 48 - February 19, 2008 from 2008-02-19T10:00
How fighting a phenomenon known as “fat bloom” can mean a prettier look for chocolates. A long-sought test for direct detection of disease-causing E. coli bacteria. Improved polymers for lithium io...
ListenEpisode 47 - February 11, 2008 from 2008-02-11T10:00
Recordable” proteins as next-generation memory storage materials. An unusual machine that can taste coffee. Wool and silk fabrics that clean themselves.
ListenEpisode 46 - February 4, 2008 from 2008-02-04T10:00
Iodized table salt may be low in iodine, raising health concerns. New test answers frustrating question: Is Tweety a boy or a girl? Fungus among us: Invisible “micropollutants” invade crops, water ...
ListenEpisode 45 - January 28, 2008 from 2008-01-28T10:00
Solving the mystery of the carnivorous pitcher plant’s deadly slurp. How wiping out the so-called coffee-ring effect advances inkjet printing of electronic circuits. Converting sewage into drinking...
ListenEpisode 44 - January 21, 2008 from 2008-01-21T10:00
New evidence that broccoli is good for the heart. A sponge-like storage material that could lead to methane-powered cars. Development of a portable microchip for DNA testing at crime scenes and doc...
ListenEpisode 43 - January 14, 2008 from 2008-01-14T10:00
Using seagull blood to monitor pollutants from oil spills. Development of an edible “antifreeze” that prevents unwanted ice crystals in ice cream and frozen foods. New insights into the mystery of ...
ListenEpisode 42 - January 7, 2008 from 2008-01-07T10:00
Amber fossils that reveal ancient France was a jungle. Elevated benzene concentrations in certain beverages. A discovery of an enzyme's structure that may lead to new treatments for celiac disease.
ListenEpisode 41 - December 24, 2007 from 2007-12-24T10:00
Steps toward an urgently needed antidote for cyanide poisoning disasters. A culinary shocker: Cooking can preserve, boost nutrient content of vegetables. A new report challenging the idea that snuf...
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 12: Champagne: Tiny bubbles really are better! from 2007-12-23T10:00
Today, on the final day of our holiday podcasts, let’s ring in the New Year with a glass of champagne as we look into the qualities that bring out the best in this bubbly beverage.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 11: The bright side of chocolate is dark from 2007-12-22T10:00
According to a recent study, the darker the chocolate, the better it is for your health.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 10: Hot cocoa: A toast to your health from 2007-12-21T10:00
According to a recent ACS study, hot cocoa contains more heart-healthy antioxidants than either red wine or tea … both of which are noted for their high antioxidant content.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 9: Cranberries: A colorful, tasty natural antibiotic from 2007-12-20T10:00
On today's episode, we find that there is more to love about cranberries than just their robust color and flavor.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 8: Stuffing rich in antioxidants from 2007-12-19T10:00
Scientists have shown that bread crust may be the healthiest part of the slice.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 7: Natural ACE inhibitors found in chocolate, wine and tea from 2007-12-18T10:00
Research has shown that chocolate, wine and tea can be healthy, as well as tasty.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 6: Snowflakes: Delicate, different and dangerous? from 2007-12-17T10:00
Surprising research points to the snowflakes' role in the depletion of our ozone layer.
ListenEpisode 40 - December 17, 2007 from 2007-12-17T10:00
How marijuana smoke contains higher levels of certain toxic substances than tobacco smoke. Research showing that existing biotechnology could save energy and cut CO2 emissions by 100 percent. A sci...
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 5: Spice up your health with cinnamon from 2007-12-16T10:00
Besides being noted for its distinctive aroma and taste, cinnamon has long been recognized for its health benefits, including helping fight Type 2 diabetes.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 4: Getting more pop out of popcorn from 2007-12-15T10:00
Scientists report they have identified a key structure in those kernels that could lead to popcorn varieties with no leftover unpopped kernels.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 3: Scotch Pine from 2007-12-14T10:00
A study in the ACS Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry shows that the bark of the Scotch pine, a popular tree for holiday decorating, has anti-inflammatory compounds in its bark.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 2: Compound in myrrh could help treat cancer from 2007-12-13T10:00
Myrrh is valued for its wonderful perfume-like aromas, though scientists suggest it also contains compounds that could one day lead to new ways for preventing and treating certain forms of cancer.
ListenHoliday Podcasts - Day 1: The Bright Side of Dark Chocolate from 2007-12-12T10:00
According to food scientists, the darker the chocolate, the better it is for your health.
ListenEpisode 39 - December 10, 2007 from 2007-12-10T10:00
A golden bullet that shows promise for killing a common parasite. Solving another mystery of an amazing water walker. Toward a Rosetta Stone for the secret language of microbes.
ListenEpisode 38 - December 3, 2007 from 2007-12-03T10:00
Converting pollution from coal mines into clean energy. An unusual plastic that biodegrades much faster than regular plastic. The bloody truth behind some ancient African sculptures.
ListenEpisode 37 - November 19, 2007 from 2007-11-19T10:00
Magnetic nanoparticles that detect and remove harmful bacteria. Using bark from the Magnolia tree to fight bad breath and tooth decay. How the world’s oceans could help slurp up carbon dioxide to f...
ListenEpisode 36 - November 12, 2007 from 2007-11-12T10:00
Toward cancer drugs that penetrate 10 times deeper into the brain. Using “Dragon's blood” to quench stomach ulcer bacteria. How air pollution from ship smokestacks is linked to thousands of deaths ...
ListenEpisode 35 - November 5, 2007 from 2007-11-12T10:00
A new fluorescent label that sheds light on brain diseases. How a government plan to revive the “Dead Zone” in Gulf of Mexico could backfire. New insights into how natural antioxidants fight fat. A...
ListenEpisode 34 - October 29, 2007 from 2007-10-31T10:00
Microplastics may pose a previously unrecognized pollution threat. A Rosetta stone for traditional Chinese medicine; Boiled peanuts pack a big antioxidant punch. A more comprehensive test for disso...
ListenEpisode 33 - October 22, 2007 from 2007-10-23T10:00
Excess female to male births in Canada linked to chronic dioxin exposure. Tiny capers pack big disease-fighting punch. Bacteria in the intestines can influence results of drug tests. Recycling of e...
ListenEpisode 32 - October 15, 2007 from 2007-10-15T10:00
A quick, accurate test to reveal illegal use of steroids. A new treatment for health problems related to low testosterone levels. An ultrasensitive method for early detection of human papilloma vir...
ListenEpisode 31 - October 8, 2007 from 2007-10-08T10:00
Hyped-up hopes for hairy roots as biofactories. How targeting the body’s sugars could improve the treatment of bone diseases. Using human urine as a safe, inexpensive fertilizer for food crops. A n...
ListenEpisode 30 - October 1, 2007 from 2007-10-01T10:00
A promising treatment for fighting lupus. Pollution in subways could cause lung damage. How ginger may combat infant diarrhea. Even hydrogen-fueled vehicles pollute the air. Why new medications for...
ListenEpisode 29 - September 24, 2007 from 2007-09-24T10:00
An intriguing new role for CDs and CD players. Whiter and brighter light-emitting diodes for homes and offices. How pomegranate juice plays a part in the fight against cancer. Printing with enzymes...
ListenEpisode 28 - September 17, 2007 from 2007-09-17T10:00
A new technology for finding builders of homemade bombs. Improvements in gene therapy and treating Alzheimer’s disease. A new method for creating integrated circuits for more powerful computers. A ...
ListenEpisode 27 - September 10, 2007 from 2007-09-10T10:00
How PCBs may threaten killer whale populations for 30-60 years. An advance toward new treatments for type 2 diabetes. Using magnets to boost production of ethanol for fuel. A discovery that promise...
ListenEpisode 26 - September 3, 2007 from 2007-09-03T10:00
Fingerprinting fake coffee. Nanomagnetic sponges to clean precious works of art. Tiny carbon nanotubes show big germ-fighting potential. Coated nanowires that may improve drug delivery. Use of memo...
ListenEpisode 25 - August 27, 2007 from 2007-08-27T10:00
How some forms of good cholesterol can be bad for the heart. An advance toward a safer source of collagen. New evidence of an increased diabetes risk from high-fructose corn syrup. Pioneering odor ...
ListenEpisode 24 - Diabetes Pioneering Tests on Odors From Plastic Water Pipes from 2007-08-23T10:00
In a quest for improved drinking water, Andrea Dietrich is conducting pioneering studies on how plastic pipes affect the odor and taste of water.
ListenEpisode 23 - Soda Warning--New Study Supports Link Between Diabetes and High-Fructose Corn Syrup from 2007-08-23T10:00
New evidence suggests that sodas sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup may increase the risk of diabetes, particulary in children. The study will be presented in August at the American Chemical S...
ListenEpisode 21 - When good cholesterol goes bad from 2007-08-22T10:00
When good cholesterol goes bad - This study will be presented in August at the American Chemical Society national meeting in Boston.
ListenEpisode 21 - When good cholesterol goes bad from 2007-08-22T10:00
When good cholesterol goes bad - This study will be presented in August at the American Chemical Society national meeting in Boston.
ListenEpisode 20 - Sewage tells tales about community-wide drug abuse from 2007-08-21T10:00
Public health officials may soon be able to flush out more accurate estimates on illegal drug use in communities across the country thanks to a new screening test. The test does not screen people d...
ListenEpisode 19 - Battling bitter coffee chemists vs. main source of coffee bitterness from 2007-08-21T10:00
Bitter taste can ruin a cup of coffee. Now, chemists in Germany and the United States say they have identified the chemicals that appear to be largely responsible for javas bitterness, a finding th...
ListenEpisode 18 - Cranberries may improve chemotherapy for ovarian cancer from 2007-08-21T10:00
Compounds in cranberries may help improve the effectiveness of platinum drugs that are used in chemotherapy to fight ovarian cancer, researchers have found in a controlled laboratory study. The sci...
ListenEpisode 17 - Acrylamide not linked to breast cancer in U.S. women, study finds from 2007-08-20T10:00
Foods that contain acrylamide are unlikely to cause breast cancer in women, according to preliminary results of a new study involving 100,000 U.S. women. The finding is the largest epidemiological ...
ListenEpisode 16 - Revealing the secret role of estrogen in obesity from 2007-08-20T10:00
Research on the effects of the female sex hormone estrogen in the brain lend credence to what many women have suspected about the hormonal changes that accompany aging. Menopause can make you fat. ...
ListenEpisode 15 - Common virus may contribute to obesity in some people, new study shows from 2007-08-20T10:00
A common virus may cause obesity in some people, according to new evidence in a controlled laboratory study. Scientists showed that infection with human adenovirus-36 (Ad-36), long recognized as a ...
ListenEpisode 14 - Aug 8, 2007 from 2007-08-16T10:00
Toward prevention of a common complication of cataract surgery. Easing concerns about a promising new medical imaging agent. Explosive discovery on genetically engineered tobacco plant; Fast, accur...
ListenEpisode 22 - August 15, 2007 from 2007-08-15T10:00
Computers help chemists fight emerging infections. Common virus may contribute to obesity in some people. Revealing the secret role of estrogen in obesity. Detergents, eye rinses, and other produc...
ListenEpisode 13 - Aug 1, 2007 from 2007-08-01T10:00
Potato chip flavoring boosts longevity of concrete. Bright future for new drug delivery system intended to minimize side effects. New process may enable motorists to fill er up - with wheat. Develo...
ListenEpisode 12 - July 25, 2007 from 2007-07-25T10:00
Toward an alternative to stem cells for treating chronic brain diseases. Oil spill clean-up agents threaten coral reefs. First potential biomarker for human exposure to diesel exhaust; Fishing for ...
ListenEpisode 11 - July 18, 2007 from 2007-07-18T10:00
Toward giving artificial cells the ability to move. Nano-sized generator gets big power boost. Automobile brake linings, tires remain major sources of toxic metals. Fingerprinting with light shows ...
ListenEpisode 10 - July 11, 2007 from 2007-07-11T10:00
Red blood cells talk to platelets, with implications for diabetes. Healthful compounds in tomatoes increase over time in organic fields. New process promises to reduce costs of a clean-coal technol...
ListenEpisode 09 - June 27/July 3, 2007 from 2007-06-27T10:00
New longboat delivery system could mean more potent anti-cancer drugs. Moving ahead with guidelines to control indoor mold contamination. Jellyfish population explosion leads to new use for waste c...
ListenEpisode 08 - June 20, 2007 from 2007-06-20T10:00
Changes related to diabetic cardiomyopathy occur soon after diabetes appears. Beach sand may harbor disease-causing E. coli bacteria. Fireworks displays linked to perchlorate contamination in lakes...
ListenEpisode 07 - June 13, 2007 from 2007-06-13T10:00
New hot pocket geography may point toward better avian flu drugs; Toward a much-needed new test for cancer of the urinary bladder. Protein-enriched milk may reduce need for antibiotics in animal fe...
ListenEpisode 06 - June 6, 2007 from 2007-06-06T10:00
Scientists eye nanoparticles as glaucoma treatment. Better nutritional and safety profiles for genetically modified crops. Ultralong nanobelts for wiring nanoelectric devices. Milk does not reduce ...
ListenEpisode 05 - May 30, 2007 from 2007-05-30T10:00
Sleeping Beauty jumping gene shows promise for sickle cell gene therapy. A new explosive proves unusually touchy. Progress toward a healthier form of starch for processed foods. Direct interconnect...
ListenEpisode 04 - May 23, 2007 from 2007-05-23T10:00
Toward more effective treatments for aspirin-resistant patients. New study supports stopping and restarting school buses to cut emissions. Wine may combat tooth decay and upper respiratory tract di...
ListenEpisode 03 - May 16, 2007 from 2007-05-16T10:00
Equipping E. coli with a chemo-navigation system. Crusts from the Tower of London suggest yellowing in the future. Scientists isolate anti-cancer compounds from apple peel. New medications needed f...
ListenEpisode 02 - May 9, 2007 from 2007-05-09T10:00
Lab-made microtornadoes may reveal destructive secrets of real-life twisters. New insights into contradictory health effects of bioflavonoids. Dirty windows in urban areas may be hidden contributor...
ListenEpisode 01 - May 2, 2007 from 2007-05-02T10:00
Exposure to depleted uranium from military action may pose health threats. New process boosts levels of heart-healthy compounds in cocoa powder; Skin patch tests may miss patients allergic to commo...
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