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Arizona Science explores the latest scientific research and technological innovations taking place in Southern Arizona and at the University of Arizona.
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Episode 407: Exploring space with balloon-borne telescopes
The best way to observe the universe is with a telescope above the Earth’s atmosphere, and the least expensive way to get there is using a stratospheric balloon. University of Arizona astronomy professor Chris Walker explains how he and his team are mapping the Milky Way with a balloon-mounted telescope above Antarctica.
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Episode 406: Investigating coral reefs for signs of climate change
Researchers are looking at chemistry in sea water that affects coral reefs. University of Arizona Geosciences professor Diane Thompson talks about how events recorded in corals can help investigate climate change.
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Episode 405: Using different methods to investigate cancer
Researchers studying prostate cancer have found introducing the disease in mice does not always produce accurate results.
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Episode 404: Using waste products to create sustainable plastics
Researchers are investigating ways to use waste from fossil fuels to create a new class of advanced plastics. University of Arizona chemistry professor Jeff Pyun talks about how scientists are changing the way companies are thinking about plastic production. He will be the final speaker for the College of Science free lecture series next Wednesday.
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Episode 403: Uncovering details about exoplanets
The University of Arizona-backed James Webb Space Telescope has opened new insight about planets outside our solar system. UA planetary scientist Sara Moran reveals the latest knowledge about exoplanets and the bizarre materials that make up their atmospheres. Dr. Moran is one of the featured presenters in the 2024 College of Science lecture series.
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Episode 402: Finding twists in tree ring research
Each ring on a tree stump can mark a complete cycle of the seasons, dating back thousands of years. University of Arizona researcher Charlotte Pearson talks about how trees have recorded events through time, from floods to solar storms. She will give a talk on the subject next Wednesday at the College of Science free lecture series.
Customer Reviews
Too short
Very interesting topics but I find the podcast segments frustratingly short, leaving me somewhat unsatisfied that I've learned something.