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6:43

Stranded Nasa astronauts: how we cope stuck on ISS

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/09/16

Nasa astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who are stranded on the International Space Station, reflect on their mission that will see them stuck orbiting earth until at least February 2025. Titan sub disaster: hearing opens into five deaths. Swapping UPFs ‘may cut diabetes risk’.Also in this episode:How 6G gaming could obliterate your phone batteryRemoving fat gene ‘tricks body into burning more calories’Call for DIY cervical screening testsLasers reveal advanced features of Pacific’s ‘ghost

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7:36

TfL cyber attack ‘much worse than previously thought’

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2024/09/13

The Transport for London cyber attack which happened last week is actually ‘much worse than previously thought’. Our City Hall Editor & Transport Editor, Ross Lydall, explains what we know so far as it’s feared that thousands of passengers may have had their bank details exposed. The announcement comes as a teenager is arrested in connection with the incident.Scientists have revealed that a year ago a massive tsunami triggered by a landslide ’caused the Earth to vibrate for nine days’.Dr Stephen

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8:19

SpaceX: Listen to first-ever commercial spacewalk

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/09/12

The first-ever commercial spacewalk has taken place.It was broadcast live to millions around the world through cameras on the SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft, as well as ones fitted to the helmets of the actual astronauts.Billionaire Jarred Isaacman, who funded the Polaris Dawn mission, was the first private astronaut to carry out the spacewalk, followed by crew member Sarah Gillis shortly after.Also in this episode:Dress to Impress: Why Roblox’s viral game is taking the world by storm with our

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8:27

Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro: Is it worth the hefty price?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/09/11

Sony has revealed a much more expensive and powerful iteration of the PlayStation 5 - the PS5 Pro.Saqib Shah, tech & gaming reporter for the Evening Standard, explains what sets it apart from its predecessor and gives his verdict on whether it’s worth the hefty price tag.A new wearable brain imaging device is helping shine a light on how babies respond in real-world situations.Dr Liam Collins-Jones, postdoctoral researcher at the University of Cambridge and first author of the study reveals the

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7:23

From Apple HQ, the iPhone 16 & other products revealed

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/09/10

Our tech reporter David Phelan reports from Apple HQ in California at the iPhone 16 launch event.David runs through all the key features as well as the other products announced, including the new Airpod headphones and the Apple Watch Series 10.The legendary actor and voice of Darth Vader in Star Wars, James Earl Jones, has died at the age of 93, we reveal how through the power of AI his voice can live on.SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission has successfully launched - carrying four private astronauts into

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6:59

European satellite completes first-ever ‘targeted’...

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2024/09/09

A pioneering European Space Agency satellite called Salsa, has made a fiery descent into the Earth’s atmosphere in the first-ever successful ‘targeted’ re-entry’.Dr Oleg Ishkov, Director at Rockit Technology at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, reveals their plans to help seal 100,000 methane-leaking wells in the next decade, with the hope that it could prevent millions of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.A new report suggests that Elon Musk is on track to be the first trillionaire by 2027.Also

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7:27

Tiny robots ‘to treat brain bleeds’

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2024/09/06

Scientists are developing magnetised nanorobots that can be injected into the human body and perform complex tasks such as treating brain bleeds - Tech & Science Daily podcast hears about the pioneering study from Dr Qi Zhou, of the University of Edinburgh’s School of Engineering, who co-led the study. Lab-grown cocoa & future of chocolate. Doctor will scan you now...clinic’s high-tech check-ups.Also in this episode:Earth’s yearly 220 million tons of dumped plasticRare tree bugs that can

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7:44

Space not actually as dark as we think, scientists say

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/09/05

Using NASA's New Horizons spacecraft, scientists reveal that space may not be as dark as we think. We speak to Jake Foster, astronomer from Royal Observatory Greenwich.British scientists who developed a skin cancer-treating drug to receive £30 million in funding to continue their research.Calling all Emos: a museum in London needs your help... We speak to culture journalist Elizabeth Gregory.Also in this episode:Four in ten cats choose to play fetch with their ownersAustralian scientists are using

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7:36

'No link' between mobile phone use and brain cancer

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/09/04

The World Health Organisation has revealed there is no link between mobile phone use and an increased risk of brain cancer. The Standard's health reporter Dan Keane joins us.70,000 women analysed for menopausal symptoms in largest study of its kind. ZOE nutritionist Dr Federica Amati explains the research that was in collaboration with King's College London.Plus, ‘Gifted’ dogs can remember names of toys for at least two years, study shows.Also in this episode:Amazon launches AI-powered shopping

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5:55

Stranded ISS astronauts & strange Starliner noises

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2024/09/03

Nasa is investigating a strange sonar-like pulsing noise reported coming from the hobbled Boeing Starliner spacecraft that’s left two Nasa astronauts marooned on the International Space Station. Blood stem cell lab breakthrough hope for leukaemia treatment.Also in this episode:Helping grieving elephant pack his trunk to make new friends$50 million funding for AI startupsHow large sharks hunt & eat each otherWhat is ‘donut’ shape hidden in Earth’s core? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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6:30

Prostate cancer detection in 15 mins with dried blood...

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2024/09/02

A “breakthrough” non-invasive dried blood sample test has been developed at Aston University to detect prostate cancer in 15 minutes. Nasa discovers new Earth electric field ‘countering gravity’. Secret of strongman Eddie Hall’s power revealed in Loughborough University tests.Also in this episode:Junk food risk to body ‘in just 3 weeks’Free blood pressure checks at dentists and opticiansDid online bot army snap up Oasis gig tickets?Titanic wreck: bronze statue discovered by robo-sub Hosted on Acast

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8:08

Professor Russell Foster (Brave New World preview)

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/31

On this preview of Brave New World….Is there such a thing as perfect sleep? Leading expert in circadian neuroscience from Oxford University, Professor Russell Foster, joins host Evgeny Lebedev, to explain the science behind nighttime slumber and why it's crucial to living our best lives awake.The pair discuss everything from sleep hygiene, our circadian rhythm and body clocks, the impact of technology before bed and whether it actually affects us.Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New

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7:15

Shoebox-sized Moon lab hunts for water

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/30

A tiny laboratory built in the UK is headed to the moon on a Nasa/Esa mission to hunt for frozen water - Dr Simeon Barber, a lunar research scientist at the Open University, explains how the device, called ProSPA, works. NatWest apologises after banking app goes down. Breast cancer drug ‘may slow child brain tumour growth’Also in this episode:Over 1,700 mystery viruses found in melting iceShortfall in allergic Britons carrying adrenaline pensMega-diamond is world’s ‘second largest’ Hosted on Acast

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5:50

Cancer vaccine hope using body’s defence cells

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/29

Scientists University of Southampton and Monash University in Australia are working on what’s described as a “breakthrough” cancer vaccine after discovering how the body’s immune system targets diseased cells. UN Secretary-General’s rising sea levels warning. ‘Son of Concorde’ supersonic jet’s happy landings milestone.Also in this episode:CoD Black Ops 6: release date and beta updateSpaceX’s Falcon 9 grounded after landing failVirtual research centre studies lab-grown meatHit weekend snooze button

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6:51

Space junk: future risk to Earth revealed

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/28

Dr Ross Donaldson, from Herriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, on £2.5 million quantum telescope to seek and help destroy space junk. Klarna workforce cut as AI replaces human jobs. AI trained to help teachers mark homework.Also in this episode:BMA demands actions to tackle child ‘vaping epidemic’.Retro Barbie Phone to ‘support digital detox’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:36

Telegram messaging app founder arrest: latest

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/27

French prosecutors say Telegram boss Pavel Durov will remain in police custody as part of a cyber crime investigation. Portugal coast near Lisbon hit by 5.3 magnitude earthquake. Swimmer competing at Paris Paralympics one year after losing leg in shark attack.Also in this episode:Apple announces iPhone 16 ‘Glowtime’ launch eventBran scans analysis to predict dementia riskUK rocket tests: engineers probe “very unusual” fireMicro-monsters lurking in Loch Ness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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8:27

World-first lung cancer vaccine given to UK patient

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/23

A new lung cancer vaccine has been tested on a UK patient for the first time.BNT116 is designed to treat non-small cell lung cancer - also known as NSCLC - the most common form of the disease.Professor Siow Ming Lee, consultant medical oncologist at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and chief investigator for the trial in the UK, tells Tech & Science Daily how it works, and why this could be game changing for lung cancer patients around the globe.If you're in London

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7:58

Lecanemab: ‘Breakthrough’ Alzheimer's drug approved...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/22

A drug considered to be a ‘huge breakthrough’ for the treatment of Alzheimer’s, Lecanemab, has been approved for use in the UK - but it’s been announced that it won’t be available on the NHS in England.David Thomas, Head of Policy & Public Affairs at Alzheimer’s Research UK, tells Tech & Science Daily why it’s a bittersweet moment for people living with dementia.World-leading sleep expert and neuroscientist Professor Russel Foster from Oxford University, tells our sister podcast Brave New

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7:37

Mike Lynch superyacht sinking sparks 'violent'...

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/21

The sudden sinking of a superyacht - which had British tech tycoon Mike Lynch onboard - has sparked warnings from experts about ‘violent' weather and the potential of waterspouts.Professor Liz Bentley, Chief Executive at the Royal Meteorological Society, tells Tech & Science Daily what we know so far about the conditions in the area at the time of the incident.The Evening Standard’s gaming writer, Vicky Jessop, reveals all the big announcements from Gamescom 2024 as the world’s largest in-person

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7:03

Mike Lynch search: Did extreme weather sink superyacht?

Tech and Science Daily | The Standard ·

2024/08/20

Search for missing Tech tycoon, Mike Lynch, continues after a luxury yacht he was staying on sank when a tornado hit the coast of Sicily.Scientific first: Martian meteorites found on Earth are ‘from Mars’. Interview with Professor Chris Herd from the University of Alberta in Canada, who also is part of Nasa’s perseverance rover team.Also in this episode:Rocket engine explodes during test at Shetland spaceportHow dangerous are solar flares to Earth’s communication technologyWhy personalised brain

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