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Curiosity Weekly

Welcome to Curiosity Weekly from Discovery, hosted by Dr. Samantha Yammine. Once a week, we’ll bring you the latest and greatest in scientific discoveries and break down the details so that you don’t need a PhD to understand it. From neuroscience to climate tech to AI and genetics, no subject is off-limits. Join Sam as she interviews expert guests and investigates the research guiding some of the most exciting scientific breakthroughs affecting our world today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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12:15

Whale Talk, Foster Care History, Blood Pressure Test

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/22

Today, you’ll learn about how whales could be carrying on conversations from over 60 miles away, the struggles of foster moms in the 1600s, and why your blood pressure reading might be way off.Whale Talk“Whales May Be Communicating Across Vast Distances.” by Joanna Thompson. 2024.“Alaska’s Population of Bowhead Whales Rebounding.” by Riley Woodford. 2003.“Orientation by means of long range acoustic signaling in baleen whales.” by Roger Payne & Douglas Webb. 1971.“Synchronization of bowhead

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11:23

Fly Brains, Comb Jelly Fusion, Dog Voice

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/21

Today, you’ll learn about the entire neuron-for-neuron model of a fly brain, jellyfish that can merge together seamlessly, and how talking to our dogs in that way-too-cutesy voice might actually have a purpose.Fly Brains“Researchers simulate an entire fly brain on a laptop. Is a human brain next?” by Robert Sanders. 2024.“A Drosophila computational brain model reveals sensorimotor processing.” by Philip K. Shiu, et al. 2024.Comb Jelly Fusion“Injured comb jellies can fuse into a single organism.” by

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11:39

Static Electricity, Stroke Headband, Exploding Craters

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/20

Today, you’ll learn about the cause of static electricity, how a new headband could help you stop a stroke before it happens, and why the ground in Siberia is exploding.Static Electricity“We Finally Know What Creates Static Electricity, After Thousands of Years.” by Michelle Starr. 2024.“Why petting your cat leads to static electricity.” Northwestern. 2024.Stroke Headband“Laser headband non-invasively IDs stroke risk in real time.” by Bronwyn Thompson. 2024.“Correlating stroke risk with non-invasive

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14:07

Water Molecules, Mount Everest Growth, Turtle Backpacks

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/15

Today, you’ll learn about how scientists were able to witness water form at the molecular level and what that could mean for life on Mars, why Mount Everest is still growing, and why scientists are putting tiny backpacks on sea turtle hatchlings.Water Molecules“Researchers Watch Water Form at the Molecular Scale for the First Time.” Technology Networks. 2024.“Ultrathin silicon nitride microchip for in situ/operando microscopy with high spatial resolution and spectral visibility.” by Kunmo Koo, et

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11:29

Solar Cell Charging, Nazca Glyphs, Singing & Brain...

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/14

Today, you’ll learn about a new transparent solar cell that could replace your windows to power your home, the discovery of hundreds of new mysterious Nazca Glyphs, and how singing in a choir might be good for your brain.Solar Cell Charging“All-back-contact neutral-colored transparent crystalline silicon solar cells enabling seamless modularization.” by Jeonghwan Park, et al. 2024.“A smartphone that can charge itself from sunlight - scientists have created transparent solar cells that can be

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11:39

Heart Cells in Space, Ancient Log, Day Chapters

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/13

Today, you’ll learn about the trouble hearts have in space, an ancient log that could help us hit climate targets, and how our brain divides our days into chapters.Heart Cells in Space“Space Travel Found To Disrupt Normal Rhythm in Heart Muscle Cells.” Technology Networks. 2024.“Spaceflight-induced contractile and mitochondrial dysfunction in an automated heart-on-a-chip platform.” by Devin B. Mair, et al. 2024.Ancient Log“A thousands-year-old log demonstrates how burying wood can fight climate

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12:01

Plant Jet Fuel, 3D-Printed Glass, Feeding Coral

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/08

Today, you’ll learn about a more sustainable jet fuel made from trees, how a new process allows you to 3D print glass, and why feeding coral reefs might save them from heat stress.Plant Jet Fuel“New continuous reaction process can help turn plant waste into sustainable aviation fuel.” by Seth Truscott. 2024.“Lignin-based jet fuel and its blending effect with conventional jet fuel.” by Zhibin Yang, et al. 2022.“A simultaneous depolymerization and hydrodeoxygenation process to produce lignin-based jet

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10:56

Asteroid Blast, Power Wash Positivity, Picky Eaters

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/07

Today, you’ll learn about how nuclear weapons might one day actually save the Earth, the video game that lets you power wash your bad mood away, and a study that suggests being a picky eater might be genetic.Asteroid Blast“Nuclear blast could save Earth from large asteroid, scientists say.” by Ian Sample. 2024.“Simulation of asteroid deflection with a megajoule-class X-ray pulse.” by Nathan W. Moore, et al. 2024.Power Wash Positivity“It’s official: You can virtually power wash your way to a better

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11:52

Stem Cells & Diabetes, Rare Earth Metals, Leaping Sharks

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/06

Today, you’ll learn about a potential cure for diabetes, how ancient extinct volcanoes might provide a boost for your cell phones, and why sharks and rays fling themselves out of the water.Stem Cells & Diabetes“Stem cells reverse woman’s diabetes - a world first.” by Smriti Mallapaty. 2024.“How a pioneering diabetes drug offers hope for preventing autoimmune disorders.” by Elie Dolgin. 2023.Rare Earth Metals“Humanity needs more rare earth elements. Extinct volcanoes could be a rich new source.”

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12:24

Gold Nuggets, New Cell Type, Redefining Sustainability

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/11/01

Today, you’ll learn about how earthquakes shake up quartz to make gold nuggets, the discovery of a new type of cell, and an effort to redefine sustainability in our oceans.Gold Nuggets“How do gold nuggets form? Earthquakes may be the key.” by Robin George Andrews. 2024.“Gold nugget formation from earthquake-induced piezoelectricity in quartz.” by Christopher R. Voisey, et al. 2023.New Cell Type“New cell type discovered.” Scimex. 2024.“Discovery of an embryonically derived bipotent population of

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13:15

Defib Placement, Octopus Hunting, Keys to Happiness

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/31

Today, you’ll learn about a new way to use a defibrillator that works over 250% better, how octopuses go hunting with fish, and the keys to happiness.Defib Placement“New defib placement increases chance of surviving heart attack by 264%.” by Paul McClure. 2024.“Warning signs of sudden cardiac arrest different for men and women.” by Paul McClure. 2023.“Initial Defibrillator Pad Position and Outcomes for Shockable Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest.” by Joshua R. Lupton, et al. 2024.Octopus

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10:49

Cow Slime, City Rainfall, Golden Lettuce

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/30

Today, you’ll learn about the synthetic slime that might help people heal from back surgery, how cities tend to get more rain than the rural areas around them, and a new genetically engineered golden lettuce packed with vitamins.Cow Slime“Cow slime can help disc herniation patients after surgery.” EurekAlert! 2024.“Preserving the Immune-Privileged Niche of the Nucleus Pulposus: Safeguarding Intervertebral Discs from Degeneration after Discectomy with Synthetic Mucin Hydrogel Injection.” by Huan

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12:00

Pressure & Performance, Bone Concrete, Cancer Decline

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/25

Today, you’ll learn about the brain science behind choking under pressure, a newer, tougher, stronger concrete inspired by bones, and how skin cancer rates in Sweden could offer a sign of hope.Pressure & Performance“Choking under pressure: Brain neurons misfire when the stakes are highest.” by Bronwyn Thompson. 2024.“Research sheds new light on decreased performance under pressure.” by Sara Vaccar. 2024. “A neural basis of choking under pressure.” by Adam L. Smoulder, et al. 2024.Bone

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11:07

Remote Surgery, Isolated Neanderthals, Greenspace & ADHD

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/24

Today, you’ll learn about how surgeons operated on a pig from 5,000 miles away, a population of neanderthals that were isolated for 50,000 years, and why trees could be linked to lower risks of ADHD in kids.Remote Surgery“Remote surgery performed on a pig 9,000 km away using a game controller.” by Michael Irving. 2024.“Teleoperated Magnetic Endoscopy: A Case Study and Perspective.” by Alexandre Mescot, et al. 2024.Isolated Neanderthals“An ancient Neanderthal community was isolated for over 50,000

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11:44

Baby Brain Device, CO2 Protein, 15-Minute Cities

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/23

Today, you’ll learn about a new device that can get inside the mind of babies, the edible protein that’s made out of carbon dioxide, and how the modern ideal of the 15-minute city might not be for everyone.Baby Brain Device“Wearable brain imaging device shines a light on how babies respond in real-world situations.” UCL. 2024.“Whole-head high-density diffuse optical tomography to map infant audio-visual responses to social and non-social stimuli.” by Liam H. Collins-Jones, et al. 2024.CO2

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11:30

Risky Play, Mold in Space, Brain Cravings

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/18

Today, you’ll learn about how climbing on monkey bars and other risky play could be a gift from our ancestors, the dangers of mold in space, and new evidence on how cravings take root in our brains.Risky Play“Risky Play Exercises an Ancestral Need to Push Limits.” by Morgan Kelly. 2024.“Commemorating the monkey bars, catalyst of debate at the intersection of human evolutionary biology and public health.” by Luke D. Fannin, et al. 2024.Mold in Space“Keeping mold out of future space stations.” by

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12:20

Positive Side Effects, Mega El Niño, Bee Protector

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/17

Today, you’ll learn about a potential positive side to side effects, how mega El Niños triggered the world’s worst mass extinction event, and the antidote to pesticides that could save bees.Positive Side Effects“How side effects can improve treatment efficacy: a randomized trial.” by Lieven A. Schenk, et al. 2024.“Side-effects are often a curse. Can they also be a blessing?” by Katja Wiech, et al. 2024.Mega El Niño“Mega El Niños kicked off the world’s worst mass extinction.” by Jake Buehler.

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11:33

Bacteria Behavior, Ant Cannibals, Brain Plastic

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/16

Today, you’ll learn about a breakthrough in our understanding of the behavior and abilities of bacteria, the queen ants that cannibalize their sick larvae and recycle it, and how tiny shards of plastic are finding their way into our brains.Bacteria Behavior“New discovery of how bacteria navigate their environment could change how we treat infection.” University of Sheffield. 2024.“Individual bacterial cells can use spatial sensing of chemical gradients to direct chemotaxis on surfaces.” by James

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12:34

Sinuses & Mental Health, Vaporizing Plastic, Monkey...

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/11

Today, you’ll learn about the connection between chronic sinus infections and anxiety, a new way to recycle plastic by vaporizing it, and how marmosets call each other by name.Sinuses & Mental Health“Chronic Rhinosinusitis and Mental Health.” by Najm S. Khan, et al. 2024.“Chronic Sinusitis.” CDC. 2022.Vaporizing Plastic“New process vaporizes plastic bags and bottles, yielding gases [sic] to make new, recycled plastics.” by Robert Sanders. 2024.“Plastic Pollution.” by Hannah Ritchie, et al.

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11:23

Salt & Cancer, Ancient Bridge, Nuclear Clock

Curiosity Weekly ·

2024/10/10

Today, you’ll learn about how common table salt could help our bodies fight cancer, an ancient underwater bridge that’s changing what we know about human migration in Europe, and the hyper precise nuclear clock breakthrough.Salt & Cancer“Common salt activates anti-tumor cells.” by Charlotte Fuchs and Friederike Gawlik. 2024.“Sodium chloride in the tumor microenvironment enhances T cell metabolic fitness and cytotoxicity.” by Dominik Soll, et all. 2024.Ancient Bridge“Submerged bridge constructed

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