Science Friday

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Science Friday

Brain fun for curious people.

  1. 2 HR. AGO

    Marie Curie And The Women Scientists Who Became Her Legacy

    A new book looks at the life of Marie Curie through the lens of some of the 45 women who passed through her laboratory.

    19 min
  2. Protecting Against Poison Exposure This Holiday Season

    1 DAY AGO

    Protecting Against Poison Exposure This Holiday Season

    It’s not poinsettias: A medical toxicologist discusses the most common household risks to kids during the holiday season.

    18 min
  3. 2024’s Best Science Books For Kids

    2 DAYS AGO

    2024’s Best Science Books For Kids

    You asked for science book recommendations for the kids in your life. Two bookworm experts respond—and share their own favorites.

    19 min
  4. Supreme Court Case On Regulation Of Vapes | Predicting Lithium-Ion Battery Explosions

    5 DAYS AGO

    Supreme Court Case On Regulation Of Vapes | Predicting Lithium-Ion Battery Explosions

    The Supreme Court hears a case centering on the FDA’s denial of applications for nicotine-based vapes containing flavored liquid seen as addictive for young people. And, damaged lithium-ion batteries can cause deadly explosions. An algorithm could help detect when they’re about to happen.

    26 min
  5. A Theatrical Tribute To Unexpected Science

    6 DAYS AGO

    A Theatrical Tribute To Unexpected Science

    This year’s Ig Nobel Prizes include awards for studying coin flipping, the movements of a dead trout, and more.

    49 min
  6. 'They Might Be Giants' Sings About Science

    DEC 4

    'They Might Be Giants' Sings About Science

    In a conversation from 2009, the band They Might Be Giants tackles the scientific process, plasma physics, the role of blood in the body and the importance of DNA, all in song.

    27 min
  7. What Was It Like To Witness The End Of The Dinosaurs?

    DEC 3

    What Was It Like To Witness The End Of The Dinosaurs?

    In a conversation from 2022, Dr. Riley Black discusses what happened after a massive asteroid hit Earth.

    19 min
  8. A Nobel Prize For Chemistry Work ‘Totally Separate From Biology’

    DEC 2

    A Nobel Prize For Chemistry Work ‘Totally Separate From Biology’

    In a conversation from 2022, Dr. Carolyn Bertozzi discusses bioorthogonal chemistry, which could have applications in chemotherapy.

    19 min
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    Science Friday and WNYC Studios
  • Years Active
    2005 - 2024
  • Episodes
    150
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