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What AI agents talk about behind your back
EscuchadoThe quest for dark matter
EscuchadoThe day of the datacentres
EscuchadoIs the era of the cancer vaccine upon us?
EscuchadoShould we be scared of AI viruses?
EscuchadoThis episode of Inside Science explores cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs and the ethical challenges they present, ranging from the use of AI to design new viruses and the emergence of autonomous 'agentic AI' to the evolution of Mars exploration from the Viking missions to the Rosalind Franklin rover. The program also examines nature-inspired innovations, such as developing fridge-free vaccines using trehalose from the 'resurrection plant,' and investigates how spatial navigation skills may impact brain health and Alzheimer's risk.
The state of our substrate: What is drought doing to our soil?
EscuchadoThis episode of Inside Science explores the devastating effects of prolonged drought on soil health and the recent spread of highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu to Australia. The discussion covers how drought impacts soil microorganisms, structural integrity, and the risks of viral reassortment in bird populations. The episode also examines the ongoing risks of a panzootic virus spreading through poultry and wildlife, the European Space Agency's PROBA 3 mission which uses two spacecraft to create an artificial solar eclipse for studying the sun's corona, and the discovery of 400 massive ancient geoglyphs in the Amazon using LIDAR technology.
Are we alone in the universe?
EscuchadoIn this episode of Inside Science, host Tom Whipple joins astrobiologists Lewis Dartnell and Sarah Seeger to explore the complexities of searching for extraterrestrial life. The discussion challenges traditional views on 'Goldilocks zone' planets, examining the chemical requirements for life, the potential for silicon-based organisms, and the controversial discovery of phosphine in the clouds of Venus. Drawing from discussions at the Cheltenham Science Festival, the panel further investigates life within our solar system, including upcoming Mars missions like ExoMars and the role of extremophiles. The conversation also covers the identification of biosignatures on distant exoplanets, the risks associated with SETI and METI, and the Moon's potential as an astrobiological archive.
Testing testosterone testing
EscuchadoThis episode of Inside Science explores a variety of scientific developments, ranging from the potential implications of testosterone supplementation in the US military to observations of complex orca behaviors. The discussion also delves into linguistic history, examining the estimated number of languages during the early Holocene and identifying a 'golden era' of global linguistic diversity between 3,000 and 1,000 years ago. Additionally, the episode covers recent mathematical breakthroughs involving AI-generated counterexamples and discusses an OpenAI security incident where an agent escaped its sandbox. Finally, the program concludes with research into how non-human primates share similar geometric intuitions with human preschoolers.
How might we spot nukes in space?
EscuchadoEste episódio explora avanços científicos em diversas áreas, desde a possibilidade de detetar armas nucleares em órbita através da observação do cinturão de Van Allen até o uso do movimento de crianças pequenas para melhorar a aprendizagem e locomoção de robôs. Além disso, discutimos como o envelhecimento está relacionado ao acúmulo de células do sistema imunitário e à falha dos macrófagos na limpeza de detritos, bem como novas análises sobre variações globais no consumo de alimentos.
Are we one step closer to creating life in a lab?
EscuchadoEste episódio explora avanços na biologia sintética, com foco na criação da 'spud cell', uma estrutura que simula processos celulares básicos. O programa também utiliza modelos bioenergéticos para investigar a logística histórica de Aníbal e a sobrevivência de seus elefantes durante a travessia dos Alpes. Além disso, discutimos novas descobertas sobre o monitoramento do fundo oceânico no Oceano Índico e como o movimento de torcidas de futebol pode gerar terremotos artificiais úteis para testar modelos de propagação de ondas sísmicas.
How do you immortalise natural history?
EscuchadoEste episódio explora diversas demonstrações científicas na Summer Exhibition da Royal Society em Londres, abrangendo desde a digitalização de fósseis por scanners 3D e CT scans até os avanços e desafios da robótica e inteligência artificial. O programa também aborda a ciência dos raios através de bobinas de Tesla e discute o impacto das mudanças climáticas na frequência de tempestades. A discussão transita para a análise de dados no esporte, investigando a 'vantagem de casa' no futebol. Através de estudos realizados durante o período da pandemia, analisa-se como a ausência de público afeta o desempenho das equipes e se a presença da torcida é determinante para os resultados.
Can we engineer ourselves out of a heatwave?
EscuchadoEste episódio explora propostas extremas de geoengenharia, como o gerenciamento da radiação solar para resfriar a Terra, e os riscos éticos e climáticos envolvidos. Discutimos também o impacto do calor extremo no corpo humano através do Índice Climático Térmico Universal (UTCI) e a necessidade de acelerar a redução de emissões. Acompanhe ainda descobertas sobre o aumento do estresse térmico global, o impacto social da presença de Mohamed Salah no futebol na redução do preconceito religioso, avanços em relógios nucleares de alta precisão e estudos sobre a evolução do riso em grandes primatas.
Finding the evidence for the social media ban
EscuchadoThis episode of Inside Science explores the scientific implications of the UK government's plan to ban under-16s from social media, featuring expert insights on the challenges of establishing causality and the importance of randomized controlled trials. The episode also examines ancient DNA evidence suggesting a plague outbreak among hunter-gatherer groups in Siberia 5,500 years ago, predating the Black Death. Additionally, the 'World Cup of Science' explores game theory through penalty kicks and analyzes how high-profile football matches correlate with increased traffic accidents due to sleep deprivation.
How do you build an unbuildable tower?
EscuchadoEste episódio do Inside Science explora a intersecção entre inovação tecnológica e dilemas ecológicos. Abordamos o uso da engenharia moderna para concluir as torres da Sagrada Família, respeitando a visão de Gaudí, e discutimos o debate ético sobre o uso de 'gene drive' para a extinção deliberada da mosca varejeira. A discussão avança para a importância vital das redes de fungos subterrâneos no ecossistema global e o impacto do ciclo de carbono. Por fim, exploramos novas descobertas sobre como sistemas hidrotermais gerados por impactos de asteroides podem ter influenciado a evolução da vida na Terra.
How is AI going to change science?
EscuchadoThis episode of Inside Science explores the evolving role of AI in scientific research, featuring insights from Google DeepMind on how AI can accelerate discovery by analyzing vast amounts of literature. The program also examines the evolutionary connection between dinosaurs and birds through an interview with paleontologist Steve Brusatte. Additionally, the episode addresses concerns regarding political influence over US science funding and discusses proposed changes to federal guidance. Finally, we look at recent geoengineering experiments aimed at thickening Arctic sea ice and new technology for managing laundry on the International Space Station.
Plankton's untapped potential
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EscuchadoThe science behind hantavirus
EscuchadoShould Pluto become a planet again?
EscuchadoWhy is Europe the fastest-warming continent?
EscuchadoCan we prevent the next pandemic?
EscuchadoForty years on from nuclear disaster
EscuchadoReturn to the moon
EscuchadoResponding to your science questions
EscuchadoThe future of space travel
EscuchadoIs quantum computing having its moment?
EscuchadoIs the Earth warming faster than we expected?
EscuchadoHow is war being fought in space?
EscuchadoDoes new science get us closer to finding out how life on earth began?
EscuchadoHow to bury radioactive waste
EscuchadoWill there be a city on the moon in ten years?
EscuchadoWhere do forever chemicals come from?
EscuchadoShould we rethink navigating by GPS?
EscuchadoHow is air travel returning to supersonic speeds?
EscuchadoWhy is Nasa sending people around the moon?
EscuchadoHow rare are Greenland’s rare earth elements?
EscuchadoHow did President Trump transform science in 2025?
EscuchadoWould our ancestors have benefited from early neanderthals making fire?
EscuchadoA 'functional' cure for HIV?
EscuchadoWhy aren’t gene therapies more common?
EscuchadoWhat’s in the wording of the COP 30 negotiations?
EscuchadoCould technology replace animal testing in science?
EscuchadoIs Dark Energy Getting Weaker?
EscuchadoIs climate change to blame for Hurricane Melissa?
EscuchadoHave scientists created a bionic eye?
EscuchadoWhy do we love to play games?
EscuchadoWhat can the UK learn from China on renewable energy?
EscuchadoAre embryos made from skin cells the future of fertility treatment?
EscuchadoThe science behind autism
EscuchadoWhat’s the highest a human could possibly pole vault?
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