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February 21, 2025
The CEO of one of America’s oldest scientific societies discusses the recent cuts to scientific institutions, and how scientists can respond. Plus, flu infections are the highest they’ve been in nearly 30 years, and flu deaths this winter have surpassed COVID deaths. And, a video of a gloriously creepy anglerfish inspired tears and poetry online.
4:43
Processing Postpartum With AI And Synthetic Breast Milk Art
Using synthetic breast milk and a 3D-printed pig uterus, artist Ani Liu processes her postpartum period—and the people that helped her through it.
12:06
20,000 Viruses Under The Sea: Mapping The Ocean’s Viral Ecosystem
A motherlode of RNA viruses collected from the ocean contains thousands of new species and vast genetic diversity.
6:24
How Recreational Weed Transformed A Small California Town
Woodlake, CA has no stoplights, one fast-food restaurant, and seven cannabis businesses.
25:55
Meet The Doctor Trying To Bring Medical Marijuana Into The Mainstream
Dr. Kogan is trying to inform doctors about cannabis’ potential as a medical treatment for illnesses ranging from cancer to Alzheimer’s.
1:52
The World According to Sound: Listening to WiFi
Audio art that makes us consider the invisible streams of data that permeate our world.
5:13
Gun Violence Is A Public Health Issue
Research on gun violence was frozen for years. Now that funding is available, a look at what scientists are studying.
6:54
Don’t Panic About Monkeypox Yet, Says Expert
Dr. Anne Rimoin has studied monkeypox for decades. Here’s what she had to say about this latest surge.
11:01
Baby Formula 101: Feeding During A Shortage
Exasperated parents are trying everything to feed their babies during the formula shortage, but not all options are safe.
17:06
Diving Into The Deep World Of Sharks
Many sharks are apex predators, but they aren’t the fearsome threat often depicted. A marine researcher shares his favorite shark facts.
11:53
‘Breakthrough’ In Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Research Is Misleading
A leading expert in the field says few research samples makes it difficult to pinpoint the cause of sudden infant death syndrome.