Got a question or topic you're interested in? Send us a text! In this episode of Regional Update, we hear from Erin Dalton, Baker Ag Advantage, an experienced agronomist working closely with growers in her region to tackle the season’s biggest challenges. Erin shares valuable on-the-ground insights into how local conditions are shaping cropping decisions, the strategies farmers are using to manage weeds, and the role weed management practices are playing in building resilience. Erin brings ...

Efficiency isn’t everything. The cognitive work of struggling with prose may be a crucial part of what drives scientific progress.

The Inca Empire in South America was one of the most powerful pre-Columbian societies. It was known for the architecture of Machu Picchu, an extensive road network and a system of terraces for agriculture. The society also kept records known as khipu, which involved a system of tying knots to encode sophisticated information.Literacy in this form of writing was assumed to be something that only the highest levels of Inca society could do. But NPR science correspondent Nell Greenfieldboyce shares how

Hey friends, in this special episode, I review the book "Labwork to Leadership: a concise guide to thriving in the science job you weren't trained for". Scientists receive sufficient training to develop lines of investigation, but little to no training on leading the very people who make this effort possible. In this easy read, Jen offers first-hand insight into self-development, leading others, and creating future leaders.Find "Labwork to Leadership" here or at your independent book

Feel like summers are hotter than they used to be? It’s not just your imagination. Climate researchers say that average annual temperatures around the country have been trending upwards for the past 50 years — and are still on the rise. But it can be hard to represent those numbers in a way that makes sense to everyday people. So Gulf States Newsroom reporter and New Orleans resident Drew Hawkins wondered: What if he could help people hear those changes for themselves? Turn temperatures into

In this episode, we unlock the marvel of neural control and coordination, one of the most fascinating NEET Biology chapters.We’ll start with the human nervous system — central (CNS), peripheral (PNS), and autonomic divisions — and their structural and functional roles. You’ll learn the structure of neurons, types of nerve fibers, and the mechanism of nerve impulse conduction (resting potential, action potential, saltatory conduction). We’ll also explain synaptic transmission — electrical vs

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Body Fluids and Circulation, a vital NEET Biology chapter that links physiology with survival. We’ll begin with the composition of blood and lymph, exploring plasma, RBCs, WBCs, platelets, and their roles in immunity, oxygen transport, and clotting. From there, we’ll break down the human circulatory system — the heart’s structure, cardiac cycle, and the concept of double circulation. You’ll learn how the heartbeat is regulated, how to interpret an ECG, and

In this episode, we unpack the secrets of plant growth and development, a crucial topic for NEET Biology. We’ll begin with the phases of growth — meristematic, elongation, and maturation — and then explain key processes like differentiation, dedifferentiation, and redifferentiation. Next, we’ll explore the fascinating world of plant hormones:Auxins and their role in tropic movements, root initiation, and apical dominance.Gibberellins in stem elongation, seed germination, and bolting.Cytokinins in

In this episode, we crack the process of photosynthesis, one of the most essential and high-yield chapters in NEET Biology. Starting with the basics of where photosynthesis takes place (chloroplast structure, pigments, and absorption spectra), we’ll explore how plants capture and convert light energy. We’ll break down the light reactions (photophosphorylation, splitting of water, ATP and NADPH formation) and then move into the dark reactions with the Calvin cycle, C3, C4, and CAM pathways. You’ll

In this episode, we crack the code of life by exploring the foundations of Taxonomy and the characteristics of living organisms, a crucial starting point in NEET Biology.We’ll dive into the hierarchy of classification – kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species – and explain how scientists categorize the immense diversity of life. You’ll learn about nomenclature rules (ICBN & ICZN), binomial system of naming, and taxonomic aids like herbarium, museum, botanical gardens, and

Send us a text Cloud computing is transforming biotech by offering purpose-built infrastructure that supports AI-driven drug discovery and development while meeting strict regulatory requirements. Dr. Ilya Burkov explains how Nebius provides full-stack solutions that democratize access to powerful technology, enabling researchers to achieve breakthroughs that previously required generations. • Cloud computing market was built for general purpose workloads but biotech needs specialized infras...

Ever wondered if you could handle living like The Rock for a day? Join us as we dive into the intense daily routine of one of the entertainment industry's hardest workers. From his early morning wake-up to his nightly rest, we explore what a typical day looks like for him. Key Moments: 00:00 Intro 00:30 Living Like The Rock for a Day 00:34 3:30 a.m. 01:10 5:30 a.m. 02:22 8:30 a.m. 02:47 1:00 p.m. 03:35 4:00 p.m. Note: This content is not meant to replace professional medical advice. Always

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Frontiers Health. In this episode of our Frontiers Health limited series of the pharmaphorum podcast, web editor Nicole Raleigh speaks with Unity Stoakes, president and co-founder of Startup Health and Advisory Board Member at The NeuroTech Collider Lab, University of California, Berkeley. Stoakes has spent 30+ years at the intersection of tech, science, and design, operating with the focal goal of transforming global health. And Frontiers Health provides a

Deep sea mining for rare earth elements could start as early as 2026, even as 38 countries have called for a moratorium on it. The metals that companies are targeting are used in many green technologies like electric cars and wind turbines – but mining them is destructive to the environment. Some in the mining industry say the mining is necessary to a green transition – and essential to democratizing that transition globally since the supply chain is currently dominated by a single country, China

During the Phenology Report for the week of Aug. 26, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers the Common Nighthawk migration and late summer wildflowers.

In this episode, Jeffrey Cohen, MD, Professor, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, and Director of the Experimental Therapeutics Program at the Mellen Center for Multiple Sclerosis Treatment and Research at Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, discusses the first comprehensive recommendations for de-escalating and discontinuing disease-modifying therapies in select individuals living with multiple sclerosis developed by the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gerard Cramer, Professor at the University of Minnesota, discusses dairy cattle lameness and hoof health. He explores the impact of chronic cases, the importance of strategic trimming, and how veterinary professionals can manage lameness more effectively. Listen now on all major platforms!"The chronic cases, especially ones that have had hoof lesions like sore ulcers and white lines, need to be trimmed more regularly, about every 3 to 6