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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

Scientists make a groundbreaking discovery in cancer immunotherapy. Learn how to keep your cool in extreme heat. Construction begins for a housing project at OSU's marine science center. Find out what the main UK parties are promising on climate change.Sources:https://www.newsweek.com/scientists-breakthrough-successful-cancer-immunotherapy-1913865https://turnto10.com/features/health-landing-page/the-science-behind-keeping-your-cool-in-extreme-heat-temperature-regulation-illness-stroke-fan-cool-mitt-circulation-sweat-june-17-2024https://www.kptv.com/2024/06/17/construction-begins-osu-marine-science-center-housing-project/https://www.theguardian.com/science/audio/2024/jun/18/what-are-the-main-uk-parties-promising-on-climate-and-is-it-enough-podcastOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Scientists make breakthrough for successful cancer treatment(00:03:58) The science behind keeping your cool in extreme heat(00:06:28) Construction begins for OSU marine science center housing project(00:08:41) What are the main UK parties promising on climate and is it enough?

South Korean scientists create 'meaty rice' with beef cells, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional meat consumption. Scientists discover a power source with negative carbon emissions using algae. Plus, breaking gender barriers in aerospace science and the development of the thinnest lens on Earth using quantum physics.Sources:https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/science/south-korean-scientists-are-now-making-rice-with-beef-cells-to-revolutionise-how-the-world-eats/articleshow/111048350.cmshttps://bgr.com/science/scientists-found-a-power-source-with-negative-carbon-emissions/https://www.wkyt.com/2024/06/17/ky-space-camp-aims-introduce-more-girls-aerospace-science/https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-create-the-thinnest-lens-on-earth-using-quantum-physicsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) South Korean scientists are now making 'rice with beef cells' to revolutionise how the world eats(00:03:33) Scientists found a power source with negative carbon emissions(00:05:39) KY space camp aims to introduce more girls to aerospace science(00:07:54) Scientists Create The Thinnest Lens on Earth Using Quantum Physics

The Hormel Institute encourages the community to find the fun in science. UC Irvine renames School of Biological Sciences after a $50 million donation. Plus, Voyager 1 resumes science operations after a six-month pause. Also, scientists challenge the traditional view on animal consciousness.Sources:https://www.kimt.com/video/hormel-institute-encourages-the-community-to-find-the-fun-in-science/video_53be0b01-caff-536f-9313-0eafccc96266.htmlhttps://www.ocregister.com/2024/06/15/uc-irvine-renames-school-of-biological-sciences-after-50-million-from-the-biotech-entrepreneur/https://interestingengineering.com/space/voyager-1-science-operations-resumedhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cv223z15mpmoOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Hormel Institute encourages the community to find the fun in science(00:03:08) UC Irvine renames School of Biological Sciences after $50 million from the biotech entrepreneur(00:06:46) Voyager 1 conducts science ops for first time after six-months pause(00:10:32) Are animals conscious? Some scientists now think they are

Discover the latest medical breakthroughs discovered on the International Space Station. Learn about the expansion of the Oxford Science Park and its impact on scientific research. Find out how you can support a science club in Southern Colorado after their equipment was stolen. Plus, join us on an exciting journey to the Southern Ocean as scientists test cutting-edge marine research instruments.Sources:https://www.foxnews.com/science/medical-breakthroughs-discovered-international-space-stationhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c511rq20710ohttps://www.kktv.com/2024/06/15/science-club-southern-colorado-asking-support-community/https://www.antarctica.gov.au/news/2024/ships-systems-ready-for-science/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Medical breakthroughs discovered on International Space Station(00:03:12) Oxford science park development to expand research space(00:06:19) Science club in Southern Colorado asking for support from the community(00:08:30) Ship's systems ready for science – Australian Antarctic Program (News 2024)

Discover a new species of pacu named after Sauron from 'The Lord of the Rings'. Voyager 1 spacecraft returns science data after a computer malfunction. Neuroelectrics revolutionizes brain disease treatment with its headcap technology. Scientists challenge understanding of ancient sea creature Pikaia. Join us as we explore these captivating stories from the world of science and nature.Sources:https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/13/science/new-piranha-pacu-species-sauron-amazon-scn/index.htmlhttps://spacenews.com/voyager-1-returning-science-data-again/https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/14/neuroelectrics-hopes-to-treat-epilepsy-with-electrical-headcap.htmlhttps://www.iflscience.com/whoops-scientists-have-been-looking-at-this-ancient-sea-creature-upside-down-74645Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) New species of piranha relative is named after Sauron from ‘The Lord of the Rings’(00:02:57) Voyager 1 returning science data again(00:05:40) Brain science start-up Neuroelectrics uses electricity and a headcap to reduce seizures in patients with epilepsy. Now it needs FDA approval(00:08:24) Whoops! Scientists Have Been Looking At This Ancient Sea Creature Upside Down