Some state laws to ban or restrict abortion may also interfere with common IVF treatments—we’ll analyze the effects. Plus, a long-awaited COVID vaccine approval for kids nears release. And Ira and undersea experts tackle audience questions at a Cephalopod Week celebration.
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For Cephalopod Week, two researchers explain the newest science about the fancy tricks and ineffable weirdness of these animals.
Cephalopod Week is back! We explore the newest science about the fancy tricks and ineffable weirdness of these animals. Plus, race is often conflated with biology in medicine. A more nuanced approach is emerging: using culturally competent care in treatment. And a new book explores the surprising roots of facial reconstruction surgery.
We wrap up #CephalopodWeek with some squiddy fun facts from a Monterey Bay Aquarium scientist. Plus, a much-anticipated government report examines “unexplained aerial phenomena” seen by Navy pilots. And people experiencing mild cognitive decline may benefit from playing music.
Cephalopod Week is back! We kick off the week-long celebration with some trivia on the origins of squiddy words. Plus, with more states legalizing medical marijuana, physicians and patients are both figuring out how to best use cannabis. And we’ve got the best science books for you to read this summer.
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Sleepy times for these cephalopods are revealing new clues about memory and learning.
The underestimated importance of ventilation systems, and how they could stop the spread of COVID-19 indoors. Plus, biologist Sarah McAnulty answers listener questions about cephalopods.
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In the deep ocean, these cephalopods use a combination of skin color patterns and bioluminescence to communicate to one another.
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Cephalopod genetics, the thrill of the giant squid, and a farewell to Cephalopod Week 2019.
Cephalopod genetics, the thrill of the giant squid, and a farewell to Cephalopod Week 2019. Plus, we explore the fascinating history of paternity testing.