Radio
Listen to Science Friday live on Fridays from 2-4 p.m. ET
July 12, 2024
Rising temperatures shut down some conchs’ impulse to reproduce. So scientists are ferrying them to colonies in deeper, cooler waters. Plus, there are currently 323 ongoing drug shortages in the U.S., leaving patients scrambling for necessary medications. And, new research shows that cats’ tendency to scratch is affected by stress, certain kinds of play, and how active they are at night.
6:00
COVID-19 Vaccines Are Some Divorced Parents’ Newest Divide
Judges are seeing skyrocketing numbers of separated parents arguing over whether to vaccinate their children.
26:46
Why Sharing Viruses Is Good… For Science
COVID-19 spurred global scientific collaboration, but sharing virus specimens remains complicated. Plus, the role of global politics in monitoring disease.
12:15
Your Dog’s Breed Doesn’t Always Determine How They’ll Behave
Though some types of dogs come with a reputation, new genetic analysis finds that breed is a poor predictor of behavior.
17:25
Life At The Poles Is Changing. What Do These Frozen Regions Forecast?
The Arctic and Antarctic are the two fastest-warming regions on Earth. Here’s how climate change is altering our poles.
8:56
Can Hydrogen-Fuel Cells Drive The Car Market?
Hydrogen fuel cells have some advantages over battery-powered electrics, but infrastructure challenges remain.
8:28
Is It Possible To Decarbonize Shipping?
Global shipping giant Maersk has ordered a dozen cargo ships that run on methanol. Can it make a difference?
12:08
Celebrating Earth Day With Sustainable Action
While climate change is a global challenge, there are still many things you can personally do to make a small difference.
17:14
Can The Latest IPCC Report Pave The Way To Better Climate Policy?
We examine how effective the IPCC Report can be at generating climate policy. Plus, a look at promising climate solutions in development.
11:18
Can Carbon Removal Actually Make A Difference In Reducing Emissions?
A new carbon removal industry is booming, but how much should we rely on it—and invest in it—to reach our climate goals?
5:35
Composing A Sound Map Of An Ever-Changing River
Composer Annea Lockwood has been using stereo microphones and underwater hydrophones to create detailed “river maps” since the 1960s.