Inner Core Revelations, Lunar Water Missions, and Eccentric Jupiter Orbits: S28E21-23

SpaceTime S28E21 S28E22 S28E23 w/c February 17, 2025 Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 28 Episode 21 *New research suggests the Earth’s inner core is less solid than thought A new study has found that the Earth inner core is undergoing structural transformation and may be less solid than previously thought. *China’s new Lunar South Pole mission in search of water ice Beijing says it’s on track to launch its Chang'e 7 mission next year in search for water ice deposits at the lunar south pole. *A hot Jupiter’s insights into the three body problem Astronomers have analysed data from a newly-discovered massive planet on an extreme orbit to understand how ‘hot Jupiter’ planets form. *The Science Report 2024 was the first year with average temperatures greater than 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels. Australia’s Climate Statement finds 2024 was the second-hottest year since records began. Scientists find the best way to get your dog to pay attention. Skeptics guide to witchcraft. SpaceTime Series 28 Episode 22 *New Van Allen radiation belts discovered around Earth Scientists discover that last May’s giant solar storm created two new temporary radiation belts of extreme energetic particles encircling Earth. *Could an alien ocean hide signs of alien life A new study warns that searching for life signs in alien oceans may be more difficult than previously thought, even when you’re able to directly sample its extraterrestrial waters. *The largest radio jet ever seen in the early universe Astronomers have discovered the largest radio jet ever detected in the early universe. *The Science Report Study warns the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy can cause blindness. Claims AI has now crossed a critical 'red line' by demonstrating how they can clone themselves. New AI algorithm Torque Clustering, significantly improves how AI systems independently learn. Alex on tech: SpaceTime Series 28 Episode 23 *Was Snowball Earth a global event Geologists have uncovered strong evidence that massive glaciers covered Earth all the way from the poles down to the equator hundreds of millions of years ago. *Blue Origin experiences a parachute failure during its lunar gravity mission Blue Origin's New Shepard has experienced a sight malfunction during an unmanned suborbital flight for NASA designed to simulate lunar gravity. *The Moon Illusion Have you ever wondered by the Moon always looks bigger when it’s near the horizon. *The Science Report New study on how to help kids with peanut allergies. Using gene-edited pig kidneys in human transplants. New study suggests that like cats, wolves may have domesticated themselves. Skeptics guide to the Great Lakes Triangle https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/ This week’s guests includes: Dr Jaime A Alvarado-Montes from Macquarie University Associate Professor Christian Schwab from Macquarie University NASA Cassini Project Scientist Linda Spilker NASA Cassini Magnetometer Principal Investigator Michele Dougherty NASA scientist Ernie Wright And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics 🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ www.bitesz.com/nordvpn . The discount and bonuses are incredible! And it’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌