Semiconductors have revolutionized the world as we know it. However, further advances in semiconductor technology will rely on advances in our understanding of material properties. This show examined developments in the field of organic semiconductors.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Astronomy is a field that has a rich history that is sometimes lost in the context of the scientific descriptions that it gives. This show focused on some of that history of astronomy.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Modern cosmology has concerned itself primarily with the initial formation and subsequent evolution of the universe to the present day. However, few cosmologists have made predictions of the final end state of the universe. This show featured an interview with Prof. Frank Tipler discussing his theory of the Omega Point collapse of the universe.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Cosmological views of the universe have evolved from ideas as simple as a flat earth to current notions that accede the possibilty of multiple universes. On this program, Prof. David Park discussed the history of cosmology.
Topics: Science, cosmology, multiverse
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The asymmetric structure of biologically active molecules has confounded those interested in replicating their structures. However, novel chemical methods are being developed to attack this synthetic problem, as revealed on this week's episode.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Although visible telescope have shed new light on celestial objects, radio astronomy has pushed the boundaries even farther. On this program, Prof. Jack Welch discussed radio astronomy and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The neural mechanisms responsible for generating conscious states are slowly being revealed through scientific inquiry. On this program, Prof. Gerald Edelman joined us to discuss the scientific exploration of consciousness.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
In this episode we discuss the experiences of Drs. Jeffrey Mueller and Allison Cavallo in their mission trips to Nigeria and other African countries where they guided head and neck surgeons as they provided high level care in underserved populations.
Topics: groks, science, cytology, Groks Science Show, Mueller, Cavallo, University of Chicago, mission...
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Campus life is full of stress, which is a normal part of academic life. Coping with these challenges can often lead to depression. On this program, we explored dealing with depression on campus.
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Continued developments in space exploration hold the promise for advancing human knowledge about the universe. But, how can humans reconcile these findings with their past beliefs. On this program, Prof. Albert Harrison discussed science, religion, and folklore in space exploration.
Topics: science, religion, folklore, starstruck
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
What better way is there to celebrate the Big Bang than with a Nobel Prize. On this week's program, Prof. Alex Filipenko commented on the 2006 prize in physics. Prof. Caroline Kane also joined us to discuss this year's chemistry prize. Finally, Nobel Laureate Prof. Peter Doherty talked about what it takes to get one.
Topics: science, Nobel prize, chemistry, physics
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
While the United States has lagged in deploying renewable energy into its economy, others have pursued a more aggressive policy of lowering greenhouse gas emissions. On this program, Craig Morris discussed Germany's move toward solar and wind power.
Topics: science, renewable energy, solar, wind, Germany
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Pets often perplex their human companions with their behavior. On this program, Dr. Marty Becker discussed the intricacies of pet behavior.
Topics: science, pets, animal, behavior
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Morality often is considered a largely sociological issue. However, recent advances in neurobiology are demonstrating that human brains are wired for morality. On this program, Prof. Marc Hauser from Harvard University discussed the biology of morality.
Topics: science, morality, biology
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Milk does a body good, in more ways than one. On this program, we discussed the benefits of lactoferrin with Dr. Itsumori Harada. In addition, Adam Goldstein discussed the secrets of Applescript.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Since the launch of Sputnik in 1957, human space endeavors have rapidly evolved. On this program, Dr. Martin Collins discussed the history of the space age.
Topics: science, space, history
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Setting energy policy continues to be a challenge for government officials. On this program, Dr. Arthur Rosenfeld, California Energy Commissioner, discussed energy policy.
Topics: science, energy, policy
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Crickets, cicadas, and katydids are the noise makers among the insects. But, how are their sounds distinguished from one another? On this program, Lang Elliot discussed the songs of insects.
Topics: science, insects
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The occurrence of preventable disease in the United States can be lowered by simple lifestyle changes. On this program, Dr. Raymond Francis discussed the project to end disease.
Topics: science, disease, prevention
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The discovery of the Peking Man fossils in China was a landmark discovery for archaeologists and anthropologists. On this program, Dr. Amir Aczel discussed the discovery of the fossils and the tale of one of the main investigators involved in the project, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin.
favorite ( 1 reviews )
Topics: science, anthropology, archaeology
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The relationship between China and the United States has far reaching implications in terms of politics, economics, and technology. On this program, Prof. June Dreyer from the University of Miami discussed Sino-US relations.
Topics: science, china, US, relations
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Music has powerful emotive and expressive qualities that transcend its description as a purely physical phenomenon. This is of course due to how the brain processes musical information. On this program, Prof. Daniel Levitin discussed the musical brain.
favoritefavoritefavoritefavoritefavorite ( 1 reviews )
Topics: science, music, neurobiology
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Medical practitioners must put the interests of their patients first and foremost. But, do doctors always follow this maxim? On this program, Dr. Joshua Spanogle joined us to discuss issues in medical ethics.
Topics: science, medicine, ethics
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Scientific observation of the planets in our solar system has a long and florid history. With the increased exploration of the planets, fascinating insights have quickly emerged. On this program, Dr. Richard Corfield presented the natural history of the solar system.
Topics: science, astronomy, planets
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Solving a murder often requires analysis from forensic scientists. On this program, Dr. Frederick Zugibe, the former Chief Medical Examiner of Rockland County, discussed the techniques of forensic science.
Topics: Science, forensics
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The afterlife is generally the subject of theology, but what can science contribute to the issue? On this program, Mary Roach discussed the science of the afterlife.
Topics: science, afterlife
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Symmetry or parity is intriguing, not only in the arts and music, but also in science and the natural world. Interestingly, parity may not be conserved between the mirror images of molecules and consequently their energies would not be equivalent. On this program, Professor Harris and Gina discussed how parity violation could be observed using sum frequency generation experiments.
Topics: science, symmetry, parity violation, physics
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Which Nobel Laureate is also a voice on The Simpsons? The answer is our guest Dudley Herschbach, who joined us to talk about molecular dynamics and voting systems.
Topics: science, chemistry
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Traveling near the speed of light may soon be possible thanks to recent theoretical advances. On this program, Dr. Franklin Felber discussed the physics of near light-speed travel.
favoritefavoritefavoritefavoritefavorite ( 1 reviews )
Topics: science, speed of light, physics
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
All countries are eligible for membership into the World Health Organization (WHO) with one notable exception. On this program, Dr. Julin Tang and Dr. Sophia Yen discussed Taiwan's efforts into joining this health organization.
Topics: science, world health
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Happiness as a state of being often defies attempts to attain it, leading most on an ever elusive quest. On this program, Dr. Matthieu Ricard, biochemist and Buddhist monk translator for the Dalai Lama, discussed the science of happiness.
Topics: science, happiness
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
With the rapid advances in genetic technology, the history of the genetic revolution is often forgotten. On this program, James Schwartz discussed the history of the gene from Darwin to DNA.
Topics: science, biology, genetics, DNA, Darwin, evolution, history, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Alzheimer research has rapidly advanced in the past several years, yet simple daily habits may be even more important for preventing the onset of the disease. On this program, Mark Underwood discussed Alzheimer research and prevention.
favoritefavoritefavoritefavoritefavorite ( 1 reviews )
Topics: science, alzheimer, neuroscience, disease prevention, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Wireless technology is providing a novel approach to physical therapy that may vastly improve recovery efforts. On this program, Robert Prunetti discussed wireless therapy. In addition, cloud computing networks may be the next step for mobile computing and data storage. Joining us was Daryl Adams, who discussed the advantages of cloud computing.
Topics: science, wireless therapy, cloud computing
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Drugs are a ubiquitous part of modern life. However, separating the facts from the myths about drug use can often be a challenge. On this program, Prof. Cynthia Kuhn discussed the science of drugs.
Topics: science, drugs
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The health of our bodies is often determined by our mental state. The physical relation between these two is now being investigated with modern methods. On this program, we explored the mind/body relationship with Dr. Gabor Mate.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Black holes are the mysterious remnants of collapsed stars. But, the physics behind these objects remains surrounded by as much myth as science. On this program, Prof. Leonard Susskind discussed the current physical theories behind black holes.
Topics: science, physics
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Mathematics is often regarded as highly abstract, yet many fundamental explanations about the natural world have come from seemingly arcane mathematical research. On this program, Prof. James Stein discussed how math explains the world.
Topics: science, mathematics
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Randomness is a fundamental part of natural physical phenomena. Yet, it is often unappreciated how these stochastic processes affect our daily lives. On this program, Dr. Leonard Mlodinow discussed the random walk.
Topics: science, probability, statistics
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Attention Deficit Disorder is a condition that is thought to mainly affect children. However, more adults are being diagnosed with the condition. On this program, Dr. Lara Honos-Webb discussed the gift of adult ADD.
Topics: science, ADD, ADHD, psychology
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Bonobos have been described as the peace-loving apes. But, how is this related to a bonobo handshake? On this program, Vanessa Woods discussed the Bonobo Handshake.
Topics: science, biology, ethology, primatology, bonobo, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
What can a pebble tell us about the history of the earth? And, what are the geological tools that can unravel this mystery? On this program, Jan Zalasiewicz discussed the planet in a pebble.
Topics: science, geology, pebble, planet, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Environmental threats from global warming could be dealt with using natural processes occurring on the earth. On this program, Melanie Lenart discussed life in the hothouse.
Topics: science, environment, global warming, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Technology has dramatically altered the methods of modern warfare. Nowhere is this more evident than in the recent engagement in Iraq. On this program, we examined the effects of many of these technologies.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Psychopaths often conjure images of characters like Hannibal Lecter, cool and charismatic, yet violently brutal. But, are there traits of psychopaths that could be beneficial to everyone in daily life? On this episode, Dr. Kevin Dutton discussed the wisdom of psychopaths.
Topics: science, psychology, psychopathy, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Nature does not bluff but she also does not show her cards readily. That is at the root of the climate problem. On this program, Dr. Scott Barrett gives an overview of the international climate regime to reduce greenhouse gases and explains how uncertainty in climate predictions hamper negotiations.
Topics: climate change, UNFCCC, uncertainty, prisoner's dilemma, collective action, game theory
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The Korean DMZ is an important habitat for the path of migratory birds. On this program, Dr. Hiroyoshi Higuchi talks about the use of satellite tracking for migratory birds and the cleverness of crows.
Topic: birds, satellite, migration,
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The alimentary canal is a structure that most would rather not explore to deeply, metaphorically or literally. Yet, on this program, Mary Roach discussed her adventures through the alimentary canal.
Topics: science, alimentary canal, gulp, biology, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Our moral sense is such an integral part of our being that often we may be unaware of how we come by our beliefs. Indeed, the complex interplay of nature and nurture in developing this sense remains a profound mystery. This episode featured a discussion of some of these factors.
Topic: Science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
It might not come as a big surprise that those among us who are gifted with physical attractiveness also benefit in many other ways, from being perceived as more capable, more likeable, and trustworthy, to ultimately earning a higher average income--this effect has been dubbed the “beauty premium”. What’s interesting however, is figuring out what exactly drives this effect: could family background, personality, choice of occupation, or grooming habits account for this phenomenon?...
Topics: Jaclyn Wong, beauty, groks, Groks, Beauty work, Physical attractiveness, Beauty premium, Income...
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
