February 14, 2025
A new book explores how one biologist’s work at the North and South Poles changed the way he sees the world and our place in it. Plus, the FDA approved a new, non-opioid painkiller. How does it work, and who is it for? And, Kinda baboons form long-term friendships between the sexes.
Ghosts In The Reels
Even in this era of cloud storage, many data centers still use good, reliable magnetic tape. But as the technology develops at a faster rate, this backup is quickly becoming obsolete. What will become of the forgotten data preserved on the tape of the past?
Ghosts In The Reels
Even in this era of cloud storage, many data centers still use good, reliable magnetic tape. But as the technology develops at a faster rate, this backup is quickly becoming obsolete. What will become of the forgotten data preserved on the tape of the past?
Look Stellar With A SciFri Eclipse Tank
Buy yours today before the Great American Eclipse!
What Will Actually Get You Censored On The Chinese Internet?
From our podcast Undiscovered: Meet the team of researchers that accidentally found out.
Creating The Never-Ending Bloom
Using meticulously crafted platforms, patterns, and layers, Edmark’s art explores the seemingly magical properties that are present in spiral geometries.
The Long Shot
More than two decades ago, a geologist traveled to Argentina to hunt for hidden craters. What he uncovered could change how we look for extraterrestrial life.
The Long Shot
More than two decades ago, a geologist traveled to Argentina to hunt for hidden craters. What he uncovered could change how we look for extraterrestrial life.
Hollywood Science
Science has been part of the silver screen since its inception. Ready to learn how? Better grab your popcorn.
Life Beyond Earth
We delve into the science of listening, and looking, for possibilities of life in the universe.
Tailgate Science
Hosting a game-day party? Have a ball with these tips on beer-brewing, barbecuing, and more.
Apply For The Science Friday Educator Collaborative!
Science Friday is looking to work with educators like you to create stellar STEM activities. Applications for the 2020 program are open!
Science Friday Live In Louisville
Ira and the gang are heading to Kentucky this November. Get your tickets!
From Undiscovered: Mouse’s Vineyard
Martha’s Vineyard has a Lyme disease problem. Now a scientist is coming to town with a possible fix: genetically engineered mice.
From Undiscovered: Kurt Vonnegut And The Rainmakers
In the mid 1940s, no one would publish Kurt Vonnegut’s stories. But when he gets hired as a press writer at General Electric, the company’s fantastical science inspires some of his most iconic novels.