The history of neuroscience is still in a relative infancy compared with other sciences. On this episode, Tom Jackson discusses an illustrates history of the brain.
Topics: science, groks, neuroscience, history, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The natural world is filled with resources that are harvested without thought for the long term consequences. Can we live sustainably with the environment? On this episode, Edward Posnett discussed the strange harvests.
Topics: science, groks, environment, sustainability, groks
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The world would be a very different place had FDR, Churchill, and Stalin not been the leaders during World War II. This almost would have happened had a Nazi assassination plot succeeded. On this episode, Howard Blum discussed his new book, Night of the Assassins.
Topics: science, groks, WWII, FDR, Churchill, Stalin, groks
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Satirical commentary on public events is nothing new, but now may be a greater force in shaping modern discourse. On this episode, Sophia McClennen discussed how satire is saving the nation.
Topics: satire, groks
In this interview with Marcelo Gleiser we talk about his 2014 book, "The Island of Knowledge" and then hear a little about his new book "The Simple Beauty of the Unexpected".
Topics: science, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
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The wide array of eye designs in the animal kingdom reflects the critical role that sight plays in the well-being of an animal. Today, ophthamologist Dr. Ivan Schwab tells us the story of eye evolution, beginning with the first photoreceptive compounds and taking us through some of the most interesting and strange eyes known. We'll also learn a bit about our own eyes, how they work, and how we compare to other animals.
Topics: Ivan Schwab, eyes, evolution, groks, Groks science show
This episode we speak with neuroscientist Dr. Sliman Bensmaia. He tells us about his research on touch -- how our hands feel, how our brains process this information, and how this research is being used to design better prostheses.
Topics: Groks, Groks science show, Sliman Bensmaia, Brain, Prosthetics
Trillions of subatomic particles called neutrinos are zipping through our bodies every second of every day. If that gave you goosebumps, don't worry because they're very shy and rarely interact with other matter- a property that makes them difficult to detect. Astrophysicist Dr. Ray Jayawardhana joins us today to discuss the hunt for neutrinos, the elusive elementary particle that brings news from distant stars and can help us understand the nature of antimatter. A tall order for a very small...
Topics: Groks, neutrinos, Jayawardhana, groks science show, particle physics
The wide array of eye designs in the animal kingdom reflects the critical role that sight plays in the well-being of an animal. Today, ophthamologist Dr. Ivan Schwab tells us the story of eye evolution, beginning with the first photoreceptive compounds and taking us through some of the most interesting and strange eyes known. We'll also learn a bit about our own eyes, how they work, and how we compare to other animals.
Topics: Groks, Groks Science Show, eye, evolution, Ivan Schwab
Narcissism and psychopathy are not generally well regarded personality traits, but how do we identify those personality types. On this program, Dr. Frieda Birnbaum discussed these aberrant personality types.
Topics: psychology, groks, science
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Our understanding of the universe would be far poorer were it not for the women of the Harvard Observatory. On this episode, Dava Sobel discussed their work in the Glass Universe.
Topics: science, astronomy, groks
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A rare eclipse of a blue, super-moon will occur in North America on January 31. What is this rare triple event? On this episode, Dr. Andrew Fraknoi discussed the eclipse of the blue, super-moon.
Topics: science, astronomy, groks
Source: Groks Science Show and Podcast
Medical mishaps are becoming more common, but what can be done to prevent them? On this episode, RJ Austin discussed dealing with medical mistakes.
Topics: science, medicine, groks
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Living on earth may be tough, but what about living in outer space? On this episode, Colin Stuart discussed how to live in space in the not-so-distant future.
Topics: science, space, groks
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The history of space exploration is vast and encompasses centuries of human activity. On this episode, Roger D. Launius discussed the Smithsonian history of space exploration.
Topics: science, space, groks
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The excitement surrounding the advances in physics can be more difficult to convey than the actual advances themselves. On this episode, Tasneem Zehra Husain discussed the threads weaving through the history of physics.
Topics: science, physics, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Oh, Canada! But, what do we know about our mysterious neighbor to the north? On this episode, Jesse Brown discussed the Canadaland Guide to Canada.
Topics: Canada, science, groks
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Walking may be one of the unique aspects of humanity is our ability for bipedal walking. But, how has our modern lifestyle affected this uniquely human ability? On this episode. Antonia Malchik discussed a Walking Life.
Topics: science, walking, groks
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The literary world would be a much poorer place without the works of Kurt Vonnegut, but few know about the life story of the author himself. On this program, Charles J. Shields discussed the life and times of Kurt Vonnegut.
Topics: science, vonnegut, groks
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Cells are the fundamental building blocks of organisms, but what actually is a cell? On this episode, Josh Rappoport discussed the biology of the cell.
Topics: cell, biology, groks
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Bullying has become a national issue, even more so with advances in technology. On this episode, Clete Bulach discussed dealing with bullying.
Topics: science, bullying, groks
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Scientific findings are under increasing attack from pseudoscientific views. Why does this persist and what can be done to address this issue? On this episode, Lee C. McIntyre discussed the scientific attitude.
Topics: science, pseudoscience, groks
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The tragedy of flight 242 remains a potent reminder in the history of aviation. What lessons were learned and how did the people recover? On this episode, Samme Chittum discussed the tragedy of flight 242.
Topics: science, aviation, groks
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New encryption methods and blockchain technology may assist with cybersecurity. On this episode, Larry Castro discussed advances in cybersecurity.
Topics: cybersecurity, computers, groks
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The famous discoveries made by the investigators at Jane Goodall's campsite in Gombe were perhaps made possible by Ruth Davis. Who was she and what happened to her? On this episode, Dr. Dale Peterson discussed the Ghosts of Gombe.
Topics: science, gombe, groks
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Is there a god? And, can science provide any insight into this most pressing philosophical question? On this episode, Dr. Bernard Haisch discussed a scientific inquiry into the god question.
Topics: science, god, groks
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The epic migration of songbirds heralds the dawning of spring. But, what does their migration tell us about nature? On this episode, Bruce Beehler discussed the springtime songbird migration.
Topics: science, nature, groks
Annihilation, the new film by Alex Garland, explores the self-destructive capacity of humans in a unique alien landscape. On this episode, Dr. Adam Rutherford discussed his contributions to the development of Annihilation.
Topics: science, groks, Annihilation
Source: Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast
Sleep is an essential part of our lives, but one that we rarely think about, unless something goes wrong. On this episode, Henry Nicholls discussed the neuroscience of sleep.
Topics: sleep, neuroscience, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast
Is risk taking a natural behavior? What are the biological underpinnings of risk behavior? On this episode, Kayt Sukel discussed the art of risk.
Topics: science, risk, groks
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In this episode, we talk with Christie Aschwanden, the lead science writer for Fivethirtyeight.com about what she found when she used some common tools utilized in nutrition research.
Topics: groks, groks science show, nutrition, food, christie aschwanden, fivethirtyeight
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Ordinary citizens are now contributing in extraordinary ways to the scientific enterprise. On this episode, Caren Cooper discussed citizen science.
Topics: science, citizen, groks
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How has the role of science in society been shaped? Who were the key thinkers and how has scientific authority evolved? On this episode, Dr. Robert Crease discussed the workshop and the world
Topics: science, society, groks
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In this episode of the Groks Science Show, we speak with Jason Rogers, who used the Noldus software to analyze "resting b**** face" or RBF.
Topics: groks, groks show, Jason Rogers, RBF, science of shafe
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The modern world has often forced us to become divorced from our connections with nature. On this episode, Gary Ferguson discussed eight master lessons from nature.
Topics: science, nature, groks
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Raising kids in a screen-filled world can be especially daunting, but can screen time actually be beneficial? On this episode, Angela Santomero discussed parenting in a screen-filled world.
Topics: science, parenting, groks
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The tech industry, while enormously successful, has seen many of its jobs move away from the United States. On this episode, Hilarie Gamm discussed the billions lost in the tech industry.
Topics: science, technology, groks
Source: Groks Science Show and Podcast
The ocean is changing rapidly. Sophie McCoy explains her research on how these changes are affecting the marine ecosystems in the Pacific Northwest
Topics: science, oceanography, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Mixed severity fires help to rejuvenate the forests, but how will current policy shifts affect the health of the forests. On this episode, Dominick DellaSalla discussed the importance of mixed severity fires.
Topics: fires, forestry, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
The creation of artificial female robots traces back to the Pygmalion myth. On this episode, Prof. Julie Wosk discussed the history of female robots.
Topics: science, groks, robots
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
Resilience is a term that is often referred to when discussing highly effective individuals. But, how do we build resilience in kids? On this episode, Dr. Kate Lund discussed building resilience in kids.
Topics: science, resilience. groks
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Technology often comes into conflict with nature. How has technology changed how we interact with the world? On this episode, Lawrence Millman discussed issues in his book: At The End of the World.
Topics: science, groks, technology
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Kids can be picky eaters, but is it possible to change their eating habits for the better? On this episode, Chef Gigi Gaggero discussed winning the food fight with kids.
Topics: science, food, groks
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Sand is the most consumed natural resources on earth, incorporated in building materials throughout the world. But, are we endanger of depleting this resource? On this episode, Vince Beiser discussed the story of sand.
Topics: sand, groks, science
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The modern world can be daunting to all creatures, especially the wild cats of America. On this episode, Will Solzenburg discussed his new book, Heart of a Lion.
Topics: science, groks, ecology
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David Kern discusses how the loss of one’s ability to smell can predict impending death. It may seem like an uncanny connection, but as it turns out, not completely surprising. We also talk about other ways that olfaction plays a role in our lives – our love lives that is, and how men and women may approach smell differently.
Topics: Groks, Groks science show, David Kern, Olfaction, Smell
Black holes capture everything that passes its event horizon, even light. So, how can a black hole be seen? On this episode, Seth Fletcher discussed the event horizon telescope.
Topics: groks, astronomy, black hole, event horizon telescope, groks
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Dr. Palumbi talks about his book, The Extreme Life of the Sea, on the fastest, oldest, and smallest creatures that live in the coldest, hottest, and deepest parts of the ocean.
Topics: Groks, Groks science show, Stephen Palumbi, Marine Biology, Marine Adaptations
How much can our own genetics determine the diagnosis of our illness or determine the course of treatment? The Chicago chapter of the Women In Bio organization recently hosted a panel discussion on the topic of precision medicine strategies—what it is, how it came about, the challenges we face, and what the future holds. We attended the event, and spoke with organizers, attendees, and panelists about precision medicine, and women’s role in this rapidly developing field.
Topics: Groks, Groks science show, precision medicine, Women in Bio
The range of mental conditions is part of daily life, but at what point do downturns become pathological? On this program, Dr. Steven Walker discussed weighing therapy and pharmaceutical treatments for mental conditions.
Topics: science, psychology, groks
Source: Groks Science Radio Show Podcast
