Breakthrough Broadcast

In this episode of Breakthrough Broadcast, we explore the groundbreaking science behind quantum dot solar paint—a nanotechnology that could turn walls, windows, and even vehicles into energy-harvesting surfaces. Learn how these microscopic semiconductors absorb sunlight, how they differ from traditional solar panels, and what it means for the future of clean energy. From lab research to potential market impact, this is a look at solar power like you've never seen it before.

Today’s episode explores what happens when advanced imaging, biomedical engineering, and digital design converge to create virtual cadavers so detailed, they rival the real thing.Host Drew sits down with Nathan Loewke, a research scientist at Anatomage, the company behind the most sophisticated 3D anatomy platforms in the world. Nathan walks us through the astonishing process of transforming a real human body into a fully explorable digital model, starting with freezing and slicing the donor at

What if the secret to stopping deadly infections wasn’t stronger antibiotics, but stopping bacteria from talking to each other?In this episode, Drew delves into the fascinating world of quorum sensing, a communication system that bacteria use to coordinate attacks, form protective biofilms, and release toxins in perfect synchrony. While we often imagine bacteria as mindless single-celled organisms, the truth is far more sophisticated. These microbes operate as highly organized communities, and their

How do you turn thin Martian air into breathable oxygen and rocket fuel? MIT researcher Lanie McKinney joins us to break down her work on plasma-based CO₂ conversion. This cutting-edge technology could power future Mars missions and revolutionize our understanding of chemistry in space. From nanosecond plasma pulses to building sustainable life-support systems, this episode explores how science fiction is quickly becoming science fact.

In this mind-bending episode, host Drew explores one of the most powerful—and puzzling—concepts in modern physics: antimatter. What exactly is it? Why does it annihilate ordinary matter in a burst of pure energy? And could this phenomenon hold the key to a future of nearly limitless power?We break down the basics of antimatter, how it’s created, and what makes it so astonishingly energetic. Drew also dives into the major challenges scientists face in producing, storing, and harnessing it, ranging

Wearable technology is revolutionizing how athletes train, recover, and stay injury-free—but it doesn’t stop there. In this episode, host Andrew Reck explores how cutting-edge sensors and biomechanics tools are changing the game in baseball, volleyball, and beyond. From reducing elbow injuries in pitchers to enhancing movement patterns in everyday individuals, this technology is reshaping sports, physical therapy, and even personal health. Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, or just fascinated

What if every step you took could help power your phone, your smartwatch, or even the streetlights above you? In this episode of Breakthrough Broadcast, Drew dives into the electrifying world of piezoelectricity—the science of converting pressure and motion into usable energy. From crystals and polymers to smart jackets and energy-generating sidewalks, we explore how scientists are designing materials that turn movement into power, and how this technology could revolutionize wearables, cities, and