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Step into a world where science and fiction collide in Karen Bao's captivating guest post. Chinese scientists identify a gene that may help protect against obesity. A mysterious rock is found on Mars, and Saturn's planet-wide storms are driven by seasonal heating. These stories will engage our viewers and provide fascinating insights into the intersection of science and discovery.Sources:https://teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2024/06/24/science-and-fiction-the-lab-as-a-portal-to-other-worlds-a-guest-post-by-karen-bao-ph-d/https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3267694/chinese-scientists-identify-gene-may-help-protect-against-obesityhttps://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/scientists-puzzling-over-bright-rock-on-mars-the-first-of-its-kind-never-seen-before/https://www.livescience.com/space/saturn/saturns-planet-wide-storms-driven-by-seasonal-heating-cassini-probe-revealsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Science and Fiction: The Lab as a Portal to Other Worlds, a guest post by Karen Bao, Ph.D.(00:03:31) Chinese scientists identify gene that may help protect against obesity(00:06:31) Scientists Puzzling Over Bright Rock on Mars–the First of its Kind Never Seen Before(00:09:31) Saturn's planet-wide storms driven by seasonal heating, Cassini probe reveals

Cambridge professor emphasizes the need for government investment in science. Scientists reverse Alzheimer's synapse damage in mice. Rare 'Teen Rex' fossil unveiled at Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Photos and highlights from Dino Day at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum.Sources:https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clll51e1pp4ohttps://futurism.com/neoscope/scientists-reverse-alzheimers-synapse-damage-micehttps://krdo.com/cnn-regional/2024/06/22/rare-teen-rex-fossil-unveiled-at-denver-museum-of-nature-and-science/https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/photos-dino-day-excitement-at-the-louisiana-art-science-museum/collection_b445e380-30fd-11ef-bdbc-13d735dee4de.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Cambridge professor says government must invest in science(00:02:59) Scientists Reverse Alzheimer's Synapse Damage in Mice(00:05:59) Rare "Teen Rex" fossil unveiled at Denver Museum of Nature and Science(00:08:56) Photos: Dino Day Excitement at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum

Kids' amazing T-Rex discovery now on display at Denver Museum of Nature and Science. West Ranch student creates summer science camp to inspire young minds. Plus, a moment of science about islands and the impact of climate change on northern China.Sources:https://www.denver7.com/money/science-and-tech/t-rexcellent-discovery-kids-amazing-find-now-on-display-at-denver-museum-of-nature-and-sciencehttps://signalscv.com/2024/06/west-ranch-student-creates-summer-science-camp/https://www.mysuncoast.com/2024/06/22/moment-science-facts-about-islands/https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3267351/northern-chinas-dry-summer-will-be-gone-climate-change-hits-hard-studyOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) T-Rexcellent discovery: Kids' amazing find now on display at Denver Museum of Nature and Science(00:02:54) West Ranch student creates summer science camp(00:06:03) Moment of Science: Facts about Islands(00:08:09) Northern China says goodbye to dry summers as climate change hits hard

New data could help predict 'the Big One' earthquake in the Pacific Northwest. Chimpanzees self-medicate with healing plants. A huge energy imbalance has been detected on Saturn. Natalie Ellis shares her passion for animal science and conservation.Sources:https://theweek.com/environment/earthquake-big-one-new-datahttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce994dv9q4eohttps://www.sciencealert.com/a-huge-imbalance-of-energy-has-been-detected-on-saturnhttps://www.postregister.com/news/local/passion-for-animal-science/article_fe8f10c4-2f36-11ef-b4e2-c77bda99d026.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) New data could help predict 'the Big One'(00:03:29) Chimpanzees ‘self-medicate’ with healing plants(00:07:08) A Huge Imbalance of Energy Has Been Detected on Saturn(00:10:14) Passion for animal science

Pangea Bio is accelerating drug discovery with nature-inspired science and AI. The New Mexico Consortium brings the 'Your State of Science' event series to Los Alamos. Plus, learn about the summer solstice and its significance, and how AlphaFold 3 is changing life sciences research.Sources:https://www.maddyness.com/uk/2024/06/20/pangea-bio-accelerating-drug-discovery-with-nature-inspired-science/https://losalamosreporter.com/2024/06/19/new-mexico-consortium-brings-your-state-of-science-event-series-to-los-alamos/https://indianexpress.com/article/trending/trending-globally/june-21-summer-solstice-date-time-origin-science-significance-longest-day-of-2024-9403533/https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/how-will-alphafold-3-change-life-sciences-research/article68307452.eceOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) Pangea Bio, Accelerating drug discovery with nature-inspired science(00:04:59) New Mexico Consortium Brings ‘Your State Of Science’ Event Series To Los Alamos(00:07:15) Summer Solstice 2024: What’s the date of the longest day of the year, its origin, the science behind it, and its significance(00:10:33) How will AlphaFold 3 change life sciences research?

Using radar technology to measure heart rate in chimpanzees. Exploring the science behind yolk color in eggs. The Tang Prize in Biopharmaceutical Science honors three scientists. Catherine D’Ignazio's book on data science and a quest for justice.Sources:https://www.eurekalert.org/multimedia/1031214https://avinews.com/en/the-science-behind-yolk-color-how-poultry-feed-can-affect-egg-quality/https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/tang-prize-in-biopharmaceutical-science-honoring-three-scientists-302176244.htmlhttps://news.mit.edu/2024/catherine-dignazio-new-book-data-science-justice-quest-0619Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Using radar technology to measure heart rate in chimpanzees(00:03:09) The science behind yolk color(00:06:38) Tang Prize in Biopharmaceutical Science Honoring Three Scientists(00:08:47) 3 Questions: Catherine D’Ignazio on data science and a quest for justice