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Paperleap podcast

Welcome to the Paperleap podcast, where science takes the mic. Each episode, we discuss cutting-edge research, groundbreaking discoveries, and the incredible people behind them, across disciplines and across the world. Whether you"re a curious mind, a researcher, or just love learning, you"re in the right place. Before we start, don’t forget to subscribe, so you never miss an insight. All the content is also available on https://www.paperleap.com.

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6:33

Ancient siberian mummies have tattoos too!

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/31

Scientists have used advanced imaging techniques to reveal the tools and methods used by Pazyryk tattooists in ancient Siberia, uncovering evidence of multiple artists and sessions, and highlighting the cultural significance of these remarkably preserved artworks. The study emphasizes the importance of preserving this fragile heritage as climate change threatens these frozen time capsules and underscores the enduring human tradition of body art.Read the full article at

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0:17

When nap time becomes toxic

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/30

A new study has revealed that children's mattresses often contain and release harmful chemicals like plasticizers, flame retardants, and UV filters, posing a potential health risk due to prolonged exposure during sleep; researchers are urging stricter regulations and safer design practices to protect children.Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/the-hidden-hazardous-substances-in-children-039-s-mattresses-0ccc0v

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8:17

How to turn everyday ink into graphene

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2025/08/30

Researchers have developed a “Paint & Scribe” technique that uses common dyes such as Eosin Y and a laser beam to produce conductive graphene patterns on diverse surfaces. This approach offers a low-cost, versatile, and scalable way to create flexible electronics, sensors, and smart objects from everyday materials. Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/how-to-turn-everyday-ink-into-graphene-0cccc1

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8:15

How one gene shapes snake skin

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/29

Researchers have discovered that variations in corn snake skin patterns are driven by a single gene, CLCN2, which influences how pigment cells arrange during development. Mutations and retrotransposon insertions in this gene produce the motley and stripe morphs, showing how ion channels and mobile DNA elements can generate new evolutionary traits. Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/how-one-gene-shapes-snake-skin-0ccccq

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7:01

Here's 3D printing at the smallest scales

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/29

A new review highlights how 3D printing at the micro and nano scale is transforming the fabrication of sensors, electronics, and biomedical devices through novel techniques and materials. The article emphasizes applications from wearable health monitors to space technology while noting challenges in resolution, materials, and durability. Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/here-s-3d-printing-at-the-smallest-scales-0cccca

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8:11

The search for alien life on Titan gets a new tool

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/29

Scientists modeled whether Titan’s subsurface ocean could support microbial life through fermentation of glycine, a simple amino acid thought to form in its atmosphere. Their results suggest such metabolism is theoretically possible but would only sustain an extremely sparse biosphere, shaping expectations for future life-detection missions like NASA’s Dragonfly. Read the full article at

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7:23

A heart patch hears what doctors might miss

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/28

Researchers at Cambridge and Birmingham have developed a flexible handheld patch with six vibration sensors that records high-quality heart sounds, even through clothing. Tested on volunteers, the device outperformed some digital stethoscopes and could make heart disease screening more accessible, comfortable, and affordable if future trials succeed.Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/a-wearable-stethoscope-patch-can-hear-what-doctors-might-miss-0ccc02

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6:52

3D simulations predict the underground journey of CO₂

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/28

Researchers used the LUMI supercomputer to run detailed 3D simulations of how injected CO₂ mixes with underground brine in porous rock formations. Their study refines predictions for geological carbon storage, showing smaller-than-expected 3D effects and providing a simple model to improve safety and planning of storage projects.Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/3d-simulations-predict-the-underground-journey-of-co-0ccc0c

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7:53

How serotonin prepares us for what's next

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/28

Neuroscientists propose a new theory that serotonin neurons encode a “prospective value signal,” forecasting near-future rewards and punishments rather than simply reacting to the present. This model helps explain decades of puzzling serotonin data, linking the chemical to anticipation, patience, and mental health. Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/how-serotonin-prepares-us-for-what-s-next-0ccccw

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7:59

Lung collapse is more common than you think

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/28

New research shows that Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome, once thought to affect about 1 in 200,000 people, may actually be as common as 1 in 3,000. Large-scale DNA studies reveal that while FLCN mutations raise risks of lung collapse and kidney cancer, outcomes vary widely, reshaping how doctors may diagnose and monitor the condition.Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/lung-collapse-is-more-common-than-you-think-0ccc0i

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7:20

Were dinosaurs really in decline? Spoiler alert: nope.

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/27

A new study using occupancy modeling suggests that dinosaurs in North America were not in long-term decline before the asteroid impact but instead remained widespread until the end of the Cretaceous. The apparent drop in diversity reflects geological and preservation biases in the fossil record rather than a true biological collapse.Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/admin/blog/articles/were-dinosaurs-really-in-decline-spoiler-alert-nope-0ccccf

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7:29

A greener path to high-energy Lithium-Ion battery...

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/26

Researchers in Korea have developed a spray-drying method that evenly coats lithium-ion battery materials with carbon nanotubes, enabling efficient dry electrode production without toxic solvents. This innovation reduces energy use, increases durability, and boosts energy density, paving the way for greener, higher-performance batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage.Read the full article at

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6:56

Rethinking poverty measures through diets

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/25

A new study argues that the World Bank’s $2.15 poverty line drastically underestimates global poverty because it measures survival calories rather than access to a nutritious diet. By introducing a Healthy Diet Poverty Line, researchers show that up to 2.9 billion people cannot afford balanced meals, reshaping how poverty and human well-being should be defined. Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/rethinking-poverty-measures-through-the-lens-of-healthy-diets-0ccccj

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8:00

Timing the hatch: a new lens on IVF success

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/22

A study of over 1,000 embryos found that small, already-hatching blastocysts were more likely to be chromosomally normal than large, expanding ones, particularly for women in their mid-to-late 30s. This suggests that visible cues like hatching stage may help guide embryo selection in IVF when genetic testing is unavailable or inconclusive.Read the full article at http://localhost/websites/paperleap.com/news/blog/articles/timing-the-hatch-a-new-lens-on-ivf-success-0ccccl

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8:53

How gum care could ease liver burden

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/22

A new review highlights growing evidence that periodontal disease contributes to liver inflammation and worse outcomes in cirrhosis and fatty liver disease through the oral–gut–liver axis. The authors argue that integrating dental care into liver clinics could improve patient outcomes and reduce systemic inflammatory burden. Read full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/how-gum-care-could-ease-liver-burden-0cccc8

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10:59

The shocking compass of fruit fly larvae

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/22

Researchers discovered that fruit fly larvae can detect and navigate using faint electric fields, a behavior called electrotaxis. The study shows that specialized taste neurons in the larval head encode field direction and strength, reusing existing sensory circuits to guide navigation in moist, conductive environments like rotting fruit.Read the full article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/the-shocking-compass-of-fruit-fly-larvae-0cccc7

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8:06

Animal migrations in the age of humans

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/22

The article reviews how human-driven environmental changes are altering animal movements and distributions, emphasizing the need to predict rather than just describe these patterns. It highlights the distinction between static and dynamic human impacts, the development of mechanistic models, and the role of predictive movement ecology in shaping effective conservation strategies.Read the article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/how-animals-navigate-a-human-dominated-planet-0ccccg

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7:11

Understanding the psychology of salary transparency

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/21

A new study shows that when people see their workplace rank, their sense of entitlement shifts: those near the top ask for higher pay while those lower down ask for less. The research highlights how transparency and salient standards reshape perceived deservingness, raising ethical challenges for how organizations design and communicate pay systems. Read the full article at

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9:10

The changing geography of stroke death

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/21

A nationwide study of over 237,000 ischemic stroke deaths between 1999 and 2020 shows major shifts in where Americans die, with fewer deaths in hospitals and nursing homes and more occurring at home or in hospice. The findings highlight persistent inequities tied to geography and race, a resurgence in stroke mortality linked to chronic conditions, and unequal access to end-of-life care options.Read the full article at

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8:56

How termites are spreading across the globe by boat

Paperleap podcast ·

2025/08/21

Thomas Chouvenc’s review highlights how termites are spreading globally through modern boating, with yachts acting as uninspected vessels that carry colonies into new cities. These invasive species cause billions in damages, pose ecological and economic threats, and may hybridize into even hardier forms, though citizen science offers hope for early detection. Read the article at https://www.paperleap.com/blog/articles/how-termites-are-spreading-across-the-globe-by-boat-0ccc00

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