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The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 55 *New findings point to an Earth-like environment on ancient Mars A new study using data from NASA’s Mars curiosity rover suggests there was once an Earth-like environment on ancient Mars. *Could purple be the new green in search for alien life A new study suggests that life on other planets with different atmospheres and orbiting different types of stars wouldn’t display Earth like forests of green. *HyImpulse’s SR75 rocket blasts off Germany’s HyImpulse has successfully launched its SR75 sounding rocket on a test flight from Southern Launch’s Koonibba Test Range west of Ceduna on South Australia’s west coast. *The Science Report Being vegetarian is linked to a much slower progression of prostate cancer. A new way of cleaning up per-and poly-Fluro-alkyls – the so called forever chemicals. Why do people prefer their alcoholic beverages cold. Skeptics guide to when psychics say the Russian invasion of Ukraine will end. https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com  https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/   This week’s guests include: Lígia Fonseca Coelho from Cornell university Associate professor Lisa Kaltenegger from Cornell University Shannon Curry from the University of Colorado boulder and principal scientist for NASA’s Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN spacecraft MAVEN   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Jonathan Nally from Sky and Telescope Magazine   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌   Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link:  https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com
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SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 55
*New findings point to an Earth-like environment on ancient Mars
A new study using data from NASA’s Mars curiosity rover suggests there was once an Earth-like environment on ancient Mars.
*Could purple be the new green in search for alien life
A new study suggests that life on other planets with different atmospheres and orbiting different types of stars wouldn’t display Earth like forests of green.
*HyImpulse’s SR75 rocket blasts off
Germany’s HyImpulse has successfully launched its SR75 sounding rocket on a test flight from Southern Launch’s Koonibba Test Range west of Ceduna on South Australia’s west coast.
*The Science Report
Being vegetarian is linked to a much slower progression of prostate cancer.
A new way of cleaning up per-and poly-Fluro-alkyls – the so called forever chemicals.
Why do people prefer their alcoholic beverages cold.
Skeptics guide to when psychics say the Russian invasion of Ukraine will end.

SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 56
*Enceladus geysers erupt through strike–slip motion
A new study suggests that the spectacular geysers erupting from the Saturnian moon Enceladus’ south pole tiger strips are caused by the same process which triggers California’s San Andreas fault.
*NASA scientists gear up for solar storms at Mars
As the Sun’s activity continues to ramp up as it approaches Solar Max – the climax of its eleven-year solar cycle – scientists with NASA are preparing to observe how the increase in solar storms and radiation could affect equipment and humans on the Red Planet Mars.
*NASA confirms space junk slammed into a Florida home
NASA has confirmed that an object which crashed into a Florida home last month was a chunk of space junk jettisoned from the International Space Station.
*The Science Report
Older adults who begin to lose their sense of smell are more likely to lose their mobility faster.
A self-digesting plastic which could help reduce plastic pollution.
Teens who spend too much time online are more likely to skip school.
Alex on Tech New i-Pads with AI capabilities on-device.

SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 57
*New observations show galaxies evolved much faster than previously thought
A new study suggests that star bars found in the centre of many spiral galaxies including our own Milky Way, indicate that early galaxies evolved much faster than previously thought.
*How the moon turned itself inside out
A new study combining computer simulations and spacecraft data is helping to explain the long-standing mystery surrounding the Moon's lopsided geology.
*New crew takes over China’s space station
China's Shenzhou 17 taikonauts have returned safely to Earth after spending six months aboard Beijing’s Tiangong space station.
*May Skywatch
We explore the constellation Scorpius, the spectacular M6 and M7 open star clusters and the Eta-Aquarids meteor shower produced by Halley’s Comet in the May edition of Skywatch.

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This week’s guests include:
Lígia Fonseca Coelho from Cornell university
Associate professor Lisa Kaltenegger from Cornell University
Shannon Curry from the University of Colorado boulder and principal scientist for NASA’s Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN spacecraft MAVEN

And our regular guests:
Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life
Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics
Jonathan Nally from Sky and Telescope Magazine

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Dive into the cosmic depths with SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 54, where we journey back 3.7 billion years to uncover the oldest evidence of Earth's magnetic field. Join us as we explore pristine ancient rocks from Greenland, revealing a magnetic strength similar to today's, and potentially extending the known age of our planet's protective shield by hundreds of millions of years. This discovery could illuminate the early conditions that fostered life on Earth and the enduring power source behind our magnetic field.
The volcanic spectacle continues as we venture to Jupiter's moon Io, unveiling that it has been a hotbed of volcanic activity for its entire 4.57 billion-year existence. The sulfur and chlorine isotopes in Io's atmosphere, analyzed through the Alma radio telescope, attest to a history of relentless eruptions powered by Jupiter's immense gravitational pull.
Witness the marvels of the solar corona as we recap the scientific endeavors during the recent solar eclipse that graced North America. From sounding rockets to high-altitude jets, scientists harnessed this celestial event to probe the enigmatic corona, seeking to solve the mystery of its intense heat and its role in geomagnetic storms that affect our increasingly tech-dependent world.
And in a turn towards Earthly concerns, we discuss the unsettling findings that nearly half of China's major coastal cities are sinking, posing a threat to millions.
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Embark on an interplanetary investigation with SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 53, as we delve into the perplexing presence of methane on Mars. The red planet's mysterious emissions have puzzled scientists for years, with seasonal spikes and unpredictable behavior sparking debates on their origin. Could biological activity be the source, or are geological interactions to blame? Join us as we explore a new hypothesis that suggests Mars' own soil could be sealing and sporadically releasing this elusive gas, adding another layer to the Martian enigma.
The episode ascends further into the Jovian system with an up-close encounter of the volcanic moon Io, courtesy of NASA's Juno spacecraft. Marvel at the newly discovered jagged mountain spires and tranquil lava lakes that adorn this tumultuous celestial body, revealing a landscape both violent and serene.
But it's not all smooth sailing in the cosmos. We report on the unexpected hiccup faced by NASA's planet-hunting satellite TESS, which has entered safe mode, suspending its quest for new worlds beyond our solar system. What caused this sudden shutdown, and what does it mean for the future of exoplanet discovery?
Plus, don't miss our Science Report, where we unearth a connection between a form of rheumatoid arthritis and gene mutations linked to blood cancer, and discuss the climatic shifts allowing tropical fish to venture into temperate Australian waters.
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(00:00) This is spacetime series 27, episode 53, for broadcast on 1 May 2024
(00:47) New study may help explain why scientists are continuing to detect methane on Mars
(08:55) NASA's Juno spacecraft has studied the volcanic moon IO during two flybys
(15:45) Climate change is helping tropical fish species invade temperate Australian waters
(17:24) Google AI chatbot Baird apparently hallucinated, citing a research paper that doesn't exist
(19:11) Ohio based company has invented the first ever flamethrower wielding robot dogs
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Dive into the cosmos with SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 52, as we traverse the stellar seas to discover a groundbreaking revelation: stardust from a supernova, harboring secrets from a newly identified type of star. An extraordinary find in an ancient meteorite has led scientists to a hydrogen-burning supernova, a stellar phenomenon only recently recognized by astronomers. This episode sheds light on how a tiny particle, a relic from a star that perished before our solar system's birth, is providing invaluable insights into the cosmos' intricate workings.
The voyage of discovery doesn't end there. Rejoice in NASA's triumph as the venerable Voyager 1 spacecraft reestablishes contact after months of silence, sending clear data across the vast expanse from the very edge of interstellar space. The episode also celebrates the successful ascent of New Zealand's Electron rocket, which lofted NASA's innovative solar sail satellite, set to harness the gentle push of sunlight for propulsion.
Join us as we delve into these celestial tales and more, including the profound implications of presolar grains on our understanding of the universe, the dynamic environments that shape star and planet formation, and the technological marvels that continue to expand humanity's reach into the void.
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This week’s guests include: Phil Bland, from Curtin’s School of Earth and Planetary Sciences Amir Caspi from the Southwest Research Institute in San Antinio Texas   And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics   🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordPass deal here ➼ https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass . The discount is incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌   Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link:  https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com


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The Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast.
SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 52
*Supernova stardust confirms a new type of star
Scientists studying a rare dust particle trapped in an ancient meteorite have found that it originated in another star system and from a new type of star.
*Voyager 1 finally phones home
There are celebrations at NASA today with vital communications restored with the historic Voyager 1 spacecraft.
*Electron launches NASA new Solar Sail satellite
Rocket Lab has successfully launched an Electron rocket carrying NASA’s new experimental solar sail into orbit.
*The Science Report
Women with BRCA genes who get breast cancer within 10 years of giving birth are more likely to die.
Genetics influence on autism could be different for males and females.
Plastic fibres messing with the way organic matter is broken down on the seafloor.
Skeptics guide to Jackalopes

SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 53
*A new hypothesis to explain the Martian methane mystery
A new study may help explain why astronomers are continuing to detect methane in the atmosphere of the red planet Mars.
*Spectacular jagged mountain and lava lakes on Io
Data collected by NASA’s Juno spacecraft during two recent flybys of the volcanic Jovian moon Io has shown some of the violent world’s most dramatic features a spectacular jagged mountain spire and an almost glass-smooth lake of cooling lava.
*NASA’s Planet-Hunting Satellite suddenly shuts down
NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite TESS has again entered safe mode, temporarily suspending science operations.
*The Science Report
Discovery of a link between a form of rheumatoid arthritis and gene mutations found in blood cancer
Climate change helping tropical fish species invade temperate Australian waters.
Google's Bard artificial intelligence chatbot found to be hallucinating
Alex on Tech: The Thermonator

SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 54
*Oldest evidence yet of Earth’s magnetic field
Geologists have uncovered ancient rocks in Greenland that bear the oldest remnants of Earth’s early magnetic field.
*Scientists find Jupiter’s moon Io has always been volcanic
A new study has shown that Jupiter’s Galilean moon Io has always been volcanic.
*Eclipse projects shed new light on solar corona
Scientists around the globe are continuing to sift through data collected from the Solar Eclipse which swept across North America in early April.
*The Science Report
Short sleepers could be at higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
A new study has found that nearly half of China’s major cities are sinking.
New data shows older adults with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder more likely to be in a car crash.
Skeptics guide to marrying a ghost

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This week’s guests include:
Phil Bland, from Curtin’s School of Earth and Planetary Sciences
Amir Caspi from the Southwest Research Institute in San Antinio Texas

And our regular guests:
Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life
Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics

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