Chris Smith chris@thenakedscientists.com no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/ The Naked Scientists flagship science show brings you a lighthearted look at the latest scientific breakthroughs, interviews with the world's top scientists, answers to your science questions and science experiments to try at home. en Dr Chris Smith 2005 Tue, 15 May 2012 16:53:24 +0000 http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/uploads/tx_naksciconfig/temp/NS_Podcasts_enhanced_144.jpg http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/ 144 144 Podcast Science with a Sense of Humour - The Naked Scientists Radio Show The Naked Scientists - interactive science, medicine and technology weekly live radio show with Cambridge University's Dr Chris Smith. We strip down science and lay the facts bare answering your science questions, interviewing top scientists and catching up with the latest top science news stories. This ENHANCED version of the podcast contains images, and chapters to facilitate navigation and listening Dr Chris Smith 59:32 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120513/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.05.13.m4a Sat, 12 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) sufferers describe symptoms of severe exhaustion, weakness, muscle pain and fatigue. But why, and what is science revealing about the underlying causes of the condition? We talk to a researcher who is probing the genetic links to the syndrome, a clinician with evidence that the muscles of patients accumulate acid when they exercise and a pathologist with post-mortem evidence of inflammation in the nervous systems of CFS sufferers. Also, in the news this week, the ants that help a pitcher plant to catch its lunch, the missile-hurling zoo chimp who plans his attacks in advance, and does non-coding DNA hold the key to how chromosomes recognise their opposite number? Plus, the cause of cheesy feet goes under the microscope in our Question of the Week... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) sufferers describe symptoms of severe exhaustion, weakness, muscle pain and fatigue. But why, and what is science revealing about the underlying causes of the condition? We talk to a researcher who is probing the genetic links to the syndrome, a clinician with evidence that the muscles of patients accumulate acid when they exercise and a pathologist with post-mortem evidence of inflammation in the nervous systems of CFS sufferers. Also, in the news this week, the ants that help a pitcher plant to catch its lunch, the missile-hurling zoo chimp who plans his attacks in advance, and does non-coding DNA hold the key to how chromosomes recognise their opposite number? Plus, the cause of cheesy feet goes under the microscope in our Question of the Week... Chronic fatigue syndrome, CFS, ME, myalgia, muscles, lactic acid, neurppathology, immunology, tiredness, fatigue, adolescents, diagnosis 57:45 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120506/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.05.06.m4a Sat, 5 May 2012 23:00:00 +0000 This week we get Naked in Norway as we visit the University of Oslo to reveal the remains of ancient plesiosaurs and investigate their migration into water, discuss a new concept for more efficient solar cells and discover the fatal effects of climate change on lemming population cycles. We then scour more Scandinavian science to unearth the causes of mass extinction, find out a new way to overcome resistance to radiotherapy, tool around with chimps in the Savannah and round up with a scientific climax in bird masturbation! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we get Naked in Norway as we visit the University of Oslo to reveal the remains of ancient plesiosaurs and investigate their migration into water, discuss a new concept for more efficient solar cells and discover the fatal effects of climate change on lemming population cycles. We then scour more Scandinavian science to unearth the causes of mass extinction, find out a new way to overcome resistance to radiotherapy, tool around with chimps in the Savannah and round up with a scientific climax in bird masturbation! Norway, sperm, remains, bones, cancer, radiotherapy, immune system 59:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120429/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.04.29.m4a Sat, 28 Apr 2012 23:00:00 +0000 Does exercise lead to a more muscular heart? Why can an unfit cyclist cycle faster than an olympic runner runs? How do kinetic watches work? We answer your questions in this week's Naked Scientists Podcast, and find out why so many dead bugs end up on their backs, how salmonella gets into an egg, and if it's more efficient to fill your freezer than run it half empty? In the news we hear how farming migrated across Europe, why distant stars might have influenced life on Earth, and why rogue DNA can cause heart failure. Plus, we home in on the parts of the pigeon brain that respond to magnetic fields... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Does exercise lead to a more muscular heart? Why can an unfit cyclist cycle faster than an olympic runner runs? How do kinetic watches work? We answer your questions in this week's Naked Scientists Podcast, and find out why so many dead bugs end up on their backs, how salmonella gets into an egg, and if it's more efficient to fill your freezer than run it half empty? In the news we hear how farming migrated across Europe, why distant stars might have influenced life on Earth, and why rogue DNA can cause heart failure. Plus, we home in on the parts of the pigeon brain that respond to magnetic fields... naked scientists,heart,climate,mitochondrial,bacteria,wine,pigeon,chicken,bike,microwave,fizzy,spectrum,gamma ray,antarctic,climate change,evolution,habitat,human evolution,carbon,cosmic ray,autism,carbon dioxide,magnetic field,kitchen science,wind power, 59:25 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120422/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.04.22.m4a Sat, 21 Apr 2012 23:00:00 +0000 The body clock goes under the Naked Scientists' spotlight this week. We unpick the mechanisms that enable human cells, plants and even bacteria to track the time of day and alter their activities accordingly, and we hear the evidence that night work makes you put on weight and boosts your diabetes risk. In the news, how cells grafted into the eye restore sight to blind mice, the three genes that can convert scar tissue back into beating cardiac muscle following a heart attack, and electrical stimulation that returns movement to limbs paralysed by spinal injury. And on the subject of the body clock, can an e-book at bedtime keep you awake at night? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The body clock goes under the Naked Scientists' spotlight this week. We unpick the mechanisms that enable human cells, plants and even bacteria to track the time of day and alter their activities accordingly, and we hear the evidence that night work makes you put on weight and boosts your diabetes risk. In the news, how cells grafted into the eye restore sight to blind mice, the three genes that can convert scar tissue back into beating cardiac muscle following a heart attack, and electrical stimulation that returns movement to limbs paralysed by spinal injury. And on the subject of the body clock, can an e-book at bedtime keep you awake at night? naked scientists,body clock,night work,shift work,weight,obesity,diabetes risk,science news,retina,cardiac muscle,heart attack,functional electrical stimulation,paralysis,spinal injury,e-book,awake,sleep,circadian,suprachiasmatic nucleus, 59:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120415/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.04.15.m4a Sat, 14 Apr 2012 23:00:00 +0000 How can we save the occupants of stricken submarines? What species survive in the deepest depths of ocean trenches? Recognising the centenary of the Titanic tragedy, we're diving deep to meet the Rolls-Royce NATO Submarine Rescue System, we find out about a new initiative to discover what really lives at the bottom of the ocean and hear how volcanoes are acidifying the seas. Plus, what robots can tell us about cocktail party conversations, the mystery of the pigeon's magnetic navigation, and can oil-based face-cream make you fat...? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How can we save the occupants of stricken submarines? What species survive in the deepest depths of ocean trenches? Recognising the centenary of the Titanic tragedy, we're diving deep to meet the Rolls-Royce NATO Submarine Rescue System, we find out about a new initiative to discover what really lives at the bottom of the ocean and hear how volcanoes are acidifying the seas. Plus, what robots can tell us about cocktail party conversations, the mystery of the pigeon's magnetic navigation, and can oil-based face-cream make you fat...? naked scientists,submarine,ocean trenches,centenary,Titanic,Rolls-Royce,NATO Submarine Rescue System,NSRS,ocean,oceanlab,HADES,Hadal zone,volcano,acidification,robots,telehead,cocktail party effect,pigeon,magnetic navigation,oil,face cream,weight gain, 22:41 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120408/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.04.08.m4a Sat, 7 Apr 2012 23:00:00 +0000 This week we bring you a special look at marine pollution from the Naked Oceans team, going from plastics to poo to explore some of the many ways we pollute the seas. We find out the truth behind the Pacific Garbage Patch, discover how human sewage is wiping out corals in the Caribbean, and in Critter of the Month, a marine expert describes which ocean creature they'd like to be and why... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we bring you a special look at marine pollution from the Naked Oceans team, going from plastics to poo to explore some of the many ways we pollute the seas. We find out the truth behind the Pacific Garbage Patch, discover how human sewage is wiping out corals in the Caribbean, and in Critter of the Month, a marine expert describes which ocean creature they'd like to be and why... naked scientists,oceans,naked oceans,marine,pollution,scripps,seaplex,plastic,waste,sewage,poo,bacteria,acropora,coral,white pox 59:35 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120401/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.04.01.m4a Sun, 1 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Why does sunlight make me sneeze? What causes air turbulence? Why do energy-saving lights take time to warm up? In this week's question and answer show we also investigate why microwaving a dishcloth causes it catch fire, whether mining could change the Earth's orbit and why streetlights shine with an orange glow. In the news, meanwhile, how electrical brain stimulation can make impossible problems tractible, a pint-sized rocket to take spacecraft to the moon and a tornado spotted on the surface of the Sun... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Why does sunlight make me sneeze? What causes air turbulence? Why do energy-saving lights take time to warm up? In this week's question and answer show we also investigate why microwaving a dishcloth causes it catch fire, whether mining could change the Earth's orbit and why streetlights shine with an orange glow. In the news, meanwhile, how electrical brain stimulation can make impossible problems tractible, a pint-sized rocket to take spacecraft to the moon and a tornado spotted on the surface of the Sun... naked scientists,kitchen science 59:13 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120325/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.03.25.m4a Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 This week we're exploring the future of nuclear energy, including meeting the makers of a new design of nuclear reactor that can consume the fuels that other plants can't burn. We also delve into ways to unclog pipes inside reactors without the risks of going inside. And where do you stand on the nuclear debate? Should we be exploring alternatives, or is there no alternative to a nuclear-future? We talk to two parties on opposite sides of the debate. Plus, what the Messenger probe has found on Mercury, a blood test to predict an imminent heart attack, flushing out evidence of drug use from sewer water, and a way to block baldness in men... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we're exploring the future of nuclear energy, including meeting the makers of a new design of nuclear reactor that can consume the fuels that other plants can't burn. We also delve into ways to unclog pipes inside reactors without the risks of going inside. And where do you stand on the nuclear debate? Should we be exploring alternatives, or is there no alternative to a nuclear-future? We talk to two parties on opposite sides of the debate. Plus, what the Messenger probe has found on Mercury, a blood test to predict an imminent heart attack, flushing out evidence of drug use from sewer water, and a way to block baldness in men... naked scientists,kitchen science 59:21 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120318/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.03.18.m4a Sun, 18 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Immune-manipulating parasites, bacterial genomes married to disease processes and viruses that bounce off already-infected cells make for an infectious episode of the Naked Scientists this week. Also up for analysis, why the eyes vote no to long space journeys; the problem with prostate cancer prediction; why nanoparticles trigger bacteria to breed superbugs and the contagious question of which cancers you can catch... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Immune-manipulating parasites, bacterial genomes married to disease processes and viruses that bounce off already-infected cells make for an infectious episode of the Naked Scientists this week. Also up for analysis, why the eyes vote no to long space journeys; the problem with prostate cancer prediction; why nanoparticles trigger bacteria to breed superbugs and the contagious question of which cancers you can catch... naked scientists,Immune,parasites,bacterial genomes,disease,viruses,infected,science news,space travel,gravity,prostate cancer screening,PSA,nanoparticle,superbug,MRSA,bilharzia,schisto,pox,vaccinia, 59:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120311/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.03.11.m4a Sun, 11 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Smart sensors can open a window into the environment. In this week's Naked Scientists Podcast we find out how networks of sensors around Heathrow airport can study how planes alter the atmosphere, and how a similar network can monitor an Oxfordshire floodplain. Plus, we find out how the tools of a surgeon are helping to keep jet engines in flying form. In the news, we hear how gut bugs promote blood vessel growth, why fresh fruit and veg gives you a healthy hue and how scientists are analysing antimatter with microwaves... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Smart sensors can open a window into the environment. In this week's Naked Scientists Podcast we find out how networks of sensors around Heathrow airport can study how planes alter the atmosphere, and how a similar network can monitor an Oxfordshire floodplain. Plus, we find out how the tools of a surgeon are helping to keep jet engines in flying form. In the news, we hear how gut bugs promote blood vessel growth, why fresh fruit and veg gives you a healthy hue and how scientists are analysing antimatter with microwaves... naked scientists,kitchen science 59:43 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120304/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.03.04.m4a Sun, 4 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 How can we extract energy from waste? In this week's Naked Scientists we explore the technology that turns muck into methane and consider the fertile issue of nutrient overload resulting from returning the finished products to farmland. And what about water? Why do we individually use ten times more water than we actually need, and what's the solution for a drought-stricken Britain? Plus, in the news, how astronomers have discovered evidence of life in the universe, but only down here on Earth, and the "ungentlemanly" conduct of the upper classes... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How can we extract energy from waste? In this week's Naked Scientists we explore the technology that turns muck into methane and consider the fertile issue of nutrient overload resulting from returning the finished products to farmland. And what about water? Why do we individually use ten times more water than we actually need, and what's the solution for a drought-stricken Britain? Plus, in the news, how astronomers have discovered evidence of life in the universe, but only down here on Earth, and the "ungentlemanly" conduct of the upper classes... naked scientists,kitchen science 59:42 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120226/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.02.26.m4a Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 What's the point of earwax? Does WiFi damage the brain? Can a mobile phone in a trouser pocket dent a man's fertility? In this week's science Q and A show we also brush up on how they get the stripes in toothpaste, discover whether dropped food follows the 5 second rule and shed light on why some forms of EM radiation more damaging than others. Plus, news of a new microscopic MRI machine for molecules, how computer games can alleviate the symptoms of schizophrenia and why what a woman eats, even before becoming pregnant, can have a lifelong genetic legacy for her offspring... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists What's the point of earwax? Does WiFi damage the brain? Can a mobile phone in a trouser pocket dent a man's fertility? In this week's science Q and A show we also brush up on how they get the stripes in toothpaste, discover whether dropped food follows the 5 second rule and shed light on why some forms of EM radiation more damaging than others. Plus, news of a new microscopic MRI machine for molecules, how computer games can alleviate the symptoms of schizophrenia and why what a woman eats, even before becoming pregnant, can have a lifelong genetic legacy for her offspring... naked scientists,kitchen science 59:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120219/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.02.19.m4a Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 A new liquid crystal laser that can dial-up any wavelength of light you need, a laser-powered projector technology that turns any surface into a touch-screen, and a laser that fires salvoes of X-rays to make light work of unlocking the molecular fabric of matter are the focus of this week's laser-led show. We also meet HECToR, one of the world's fastest computers that just got a tenfold power boost, and David Braben unveils the credit-card sized Raspberry Pi, the world's smallest home micro he's helped to invent... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists A new liquid crystal laser that can dial-up any wavelength of light you need, a laser-powered projector technology that turns any surface into a touch-screen, and a laser that fires salvoes of X-rays to make light work of unlocking the molecular fabric of matter are the focus of this week's laser-led show. We also meet HECToR, one of the world's fastest computers that just got a tenfold power boost, and David Braben unveils the credit-card sized Raspberry Pi, the world's smallest home micro he's helped to invent... naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:11 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120212/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.02.12.m4a Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Over two-thirds of the energy in the fuel you put into your car is wasted, most of it in the form of heat that exits along the exhaust pipe. The same is true of large-scale power stations, which are only 50% efficient at best. But now researchers are bringing 200 year old physics to bear against the problem by developing thermoelectric generators (TEGs) that can turn waste heat into useful electricity and this week we find out how. Plus, news that disguising cancer cells as Salmonella could hold the key to producing effective anti-cancer vaccines, why the Y chromosome boosts heart attack risk, and a new drug that can knock Alzheimer's on the head... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Over two-thirds of the energy in the fuel you put into your car is wasted, most of it in the form of heat that exits along the exhaust pipe. The same is true of large-scale power stations, which are only 50% efficient at best. But now researchers are bringing 200 year old physics to bear against the problem by developing thermoelectric generators (TEGs) that can turn waste heat into useful electricity and this week we find out how. Plus, news that disguising cancer cells as Salmonella could hold the key to producing effective anti-cancer vaccines, why the Y chromosome boosts heart attack risk, and a new drug that can knock Alzheimer's on the head... naked scientists,energy,fuel,car,waste,heat,exhaust,power stations,thermoelectric generators,TEGs,thermoelectric,electricity,Salmonella,tumour,cancer,heart attack,Alzheimer's,Wellcome Trust,Olympics, 01:00:00 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120205/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.02.05.m4a Sun, 5 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Could diet foods be making you fatter? How do we learn to like the foods we eat? This week, we indulge in the science of appetite, diet and diabetes. We'll find out how our early experiences of food can alter our diets for life, and ask if low calorie alternatives to sweet and fatty foods can fool the brain into underestimating the energy content of the real thing. Also, how synthetic chemists are searching for compounds to monitor blood glucose and control diabetes. Plus, how regions of the brain can "catch" Alzheimer's from each other, we discover a new microscopy technique that can open a window on the brain in action, and talk to the Australian ecologist who thinks more introduced species, including elephants, could stabilise the Aussie ecosystem. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Could diet foods be making you fatter? How do we learn to like the foods we eat? This week, we indulge in the science of appetite, diet and diabetes. We'll find out how our early experiences of food can alter our diets for life, and ask if low calorie alternatives to sweet and fatty foods can fool the brain into underestimating the energy content of the real thing. Also, how synthetic chemists are searching for compounds to monitor blood glucose and control diabetes. Plus, how regions of the brain can "catch" Alzheimer's from each other, we discover a new microscopy technique that can open a window on the brain in action, and talk to the Australian ecologist who thinks more introduced species, including elephants, could stabilise the Aussie ecosystem. naked scientists,food,learning,eating,diet,fat,appetite,diabetes,low calorie,sweetener,brain,energy,synthetic chemistry,diabetes,Alzheimer's,microscopy,Australia,ecology,introduced species,elephants,ecosystem, 59:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120129/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.01.29.m4a Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Has all the air in the world been breathed before? Are any viruses beneficial to health? Can naked farts transmit diseases? You set the agenda in this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show in which we also discover how Inuit cope without fruit and veg, whether muscles can become cancerous and how long before we can teleport to work. Plus, reproducing Alzheimer's disease in a dish, self-distilling vodka, magnetic soap to cleanse the parts other soaps can't reach, and what magic mushrooms do to the brain... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Has all the air in the world been breathed before? Are any viruses beneficial to health? Can naked farts transmit diseases? You set the agenda in this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show in which we also discover how Inuit cope without fruit and veg, whether muscles can become cancerous and how long before we can teleport to work. Plus, reproducing Alzheimer's disease in a dish, self-distilling vodka, magnetic soap to cleanse the parts other soaps can't reach, and what magic mushrooms do to the brain... naked scientists,kitchen science,air,breathed before,virus,beneficial viruses,fart,disease,Inuit,vitamin c,scurvey,muscle cancer,teleport,Alzheimer's,graphene oxide,magnetic soap,science news,science podcast,experiment,psylocibin,magic mushrooms, 59:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120122/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.01.22.m4a Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Could a ray of sunshine hold the key to preventing MS, diabetes and even bowel cancer? Vitamin D - made naturally in skin exposed to strong sunlight - appears to reduce the risk of developing these, and a rash of other diseases. We examine the evidence to find out why as well as hearing how seaweed looks set to ignite a biofuel boom in the future, why a good night's sleep might make traumatic memories worse and how scientists have made multicellular life in the lab in just 60 days... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Could a ray of sunshine hold the key to preventing MS, diabetes and even bowel cancer? Vitamin D - made naturally in skin exposed to strong sunlight - appears to reduce the risk of developing these, and a rash of other diseases. We examine the evidence to find out why as well as hearing how seaweed looks set to ignite a biofuel boom in the future, why a good night's sleep might make traumatic memories worse and how scientists have made multicellular life in the lab in just 60 days... naked scientists,kitchen science 01:01:11 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/20120115/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.01.15.m4a Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Where do you stand on becoming part person, part machine? This week we hook up with three pioneers in the field of cybernetics including walking cyborg Kevin Warwick, who volunteered his own nervous system to test out a new way to connect up with the machine world, Markus Groppe, who is trialling an implantable chip to restore vision to the blind, and Andrew Schwartz who's developing neural interfaces to couple the brain's motor circuits to a robot. Plus, news of an H5N1 'flu furore as scientists create the most dangerous virus imaginable, and a voyage to the deepest subsea vents ever discovered... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Where do you stand on becoming part person, part machine? This week we hook up with three pioneers in the field of cybernetics including walking cyborg Kevin Warwick, who volunteered his own nervous system to test out a new way to connect up with the machine world, Markus Groppe, who is trialling an implantable chip to restore vision to the blind, and Andrew Schwartz who's developing neural interfaces to couple the brain's motor circuits to a robot. Plus, news of an H5N1 'flu furore as scientists create the most dangerous virus imaginable, and a voyage to the deepest subsea vents ever discovered... naked scientists,cyborg,cybernetics,implantable chip,retinal chip,artificial vision,retinal implant,neural interface,brain,neuron,pandemic,deep sea, 01:02:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/1325980800/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.01.08.m4a Sun, 8 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Do stars form outside galaxies? What causes ringing in the ears? How fast does force propagate? Why do spectacles still work when worn backwards? Is the expanding universe tearing galaxies apart? And is any new water being created on Earth? Plus, news of the new satellite surveying the moon, the scientific way to sound out a Stradivarius and how a vaccine based on chimp viruses can protect against Hepatitis C. Plus, in kitchen science, Dave unpacks the contents of a nappy... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Do stars form outside galaxies? What causes ringing in the ears? How fast does force propagate? Why do spectacles still work when worn backwards? Is the expanding universe tearing galaxies apart? And is any new water being created on Earth? Plus, news of the new satellite surveying the moon, the scientific way to sound out a Stradivarius and how a vaccine based on chimp viruses can protect against Hepatitis C. Plus, in kitchen science, Dave unpacks the contents of a nappy... naked scientists,kitchen science 01:07:32 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/1324166400/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.12.18.m4a Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Are candles environmentally unfriendly? Why does tinfoil touching a filling set my teeth on edge? What colour does a dead chameleon go? Does antiperspirant deodorant make you sweat more elsewhere? Could we tether the moon on a string to stop it escaping? And why is the fine spray in the shower so cold? To find out, join Chris, Dave, Dominic and Helen for this festive Christmas edition of the Naked Scientists, which also sees the team connecting an oven shelf to their heads and a musical Higgs Boson-inspired interlude from Professor Karmadillo... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Are candles environmentally unfriendly? Why does tinfoil touching a filling set my teeth on edge? What colour does a dead chameleon go? Does antiperspirant deodorant make you sweat more elsewhere? Could we tether the moon on a string to stop it escaping? And why is the fine spray in the shower so cold? To find out, join Chris, Dave, Dominic and Helen for this festive Christmas edition of the Naked Scientists, which also sees the team connecting an oven shelf to their heads and a musical Higgs Boson-inspired interlude from Professor Karmadillo... higgs boson, rainbow, candles, flames, tooth filling, deodorant, anti-perspirant 58:57 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.12.11-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.12.11.m4a Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Can new technologies probe human thoughts and feelings without us even realising? This week we talk to a researcher who's using mobile phones to tap into peoples' emotions to provide new insights into human behaviour and even spot the triggers that might be encouraging someone to smoke. Plus, how data mining and computer simulations can identify the patterns of behaviour that predate disasters so they can be predicted - and prevented - in future. And with the surge in online social media of the last 5 years, is statistics capable of keeping up when it comes to doing research using these resources? Meanwhile, in the news, we hear what causes cancer to spread, how ancient stone age man used bug-repellent bedding and how a Taxi driver's brain changes as he learns "the knowledge" of London's streets... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Can new technologies probe human thoughts and feelings without us even realising? This week we talk to a researcher who's using mobile phones to tap into peoples' emotions to provide new insights into human behaviour and even spot the triggers that might be encouraging someone to smoke. Plus, how data mining and computer simulations can identify the patterns of behaviour that predate disasters so they can be predicted - and prevented - in future. And with the surge in online social media of the last 5 years, is statistics capable of keeping up when it comes to doing research using these resources? Meanwhile, in the news, we hear what causes cancer to spread, how ancient stone age man used bug-repellent bedding and how a Taxi driver's brain changes as he learns "the knowledge" of London's streets... naked scientists,technology,feelings,mobile phones,emotion,human behaviour,bug-repellent bedding,taxi,driver,the knowledge,London,triggers,smoke,data mining,computer simulations,patterns,social media,statistics,stone age,metastasis, 59:12 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.12.04/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.12.04.m4a Sun, 4 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 How do archaeologists locate, conserve and recover historical treasures from old shipwrecks? What is erosion revealing on the foreshores of the River Thames? And how do you weld up an oil or gas pipeline one kilometre underwater? This week we're looking at the "appliance of science" beneath the waves as well as hearing how the ageing Voyager space probes have discovered the births of new stars in the Milky Way, how a gene therapy technique can block HIV infection and how a computer programme can spot to what extent a photo's been doctored. Plus, does heading a football cause brain damage? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How do archaeologists locate, conserve and recover historical treasures from old shipwrecks? What is erosion revealing on the foreshores of the River Thames? And how do you weld up an oil or gas pipeline one kilometre underwater? This week we're looking at the "appliance of science" beneath the waves as well as hearing how the ageing Voyager space probes have discovered the births of new stars in the Milky Way, how a gene therapy technique can block HIV infection and how a computer programme can spot to what extent a photo's been doctored. Plus, does heading a football cause brain damage? underwater, naked scientists, archeology, deepsea welding, shipwreak, thames 59:04 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.11.27/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.11.27.m4a Sun, 27 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 This week, how immune cells can be caught on camera as they exit blood vessels, a new design of lensless microscope and one that sees cells in 3D, how sound and heat can be used to find faults in materials and how something as small as an atom can be seen under an electron microscope. Plus, news that nerve transplants can correct metabolic disorders, the World's first fishhook, bionic contact lenses that project emails into your eyes, are statins safe and why are mirror reflections still blurry close up for the shortsighted... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, how immune cells can be caught on camera as they exit blood vessels, a new design of lensless microscope and one that sees cells in 3D, how sound and heat can be used to find faults in materials and how something as small as an atom can be seen under an electron microscope. Plus, news that nerve transplants can correct metabolic disorders, the World's first fishhook, bionic contact lenses that project emails into your eyes, are statins safe and why are mirror reflections still blurry close up for the shortsighted... met,a,naked scientists,kitchen science 58:23 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.11.20/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.11.20.m4a Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Is modern technology changing your brain? How fast does flu fly? Can you build a lightsaber? Your questions are the stars on the Naked Scientists this week, as we discuss the implications of faster-than-light travel, the risks of skydiving through a thundercloud, and ask if dogs can sniff out cancer. Plus, we find out how the brain detects different diets, what happens when black holes collide, and in Kitchen Science, how a coin can make a balloon roar! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Is modern technology changing your brain? How fast does flu fly? Can you build a lightsaber? Your questions are the stars on the Naked Scientists this week, as we discuss the implications of faster-than-light travel, the risks of skydiving through a thundercloud, and ask if dogs can sniff out cancer. Plus, we find out how the brain detects different diets, what happens when black holes collide, and in Kitchen Science, how a coin can make a balloon roar! naked scientists,kitchen science 58:34 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.11.13/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.11.13.m4a Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 In a show not to be sneezed at, we look at the evidence that coughs and sneezes are linked to heart attacks. We also probe the Flu Survey, a new citizen science initiative to gather data on the incidence of influenza-like illnesses in the European population; we talk to the company who are mass producing flu vaccines in tobacco plants and catch up with the Columbia University scientific adviser on Contagion, Hollywood's latest infectious offering. Plus, why babies don't tie their umbilical cords in knots and news of a new fat-busting injectible that selectively destroys adipose, evidence that only single strains of HIV are transmitted between partners and the discovery of two pristine primordial gas clouds produced by the Big Bang... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In a show not to be sneezed at, we look at the evidence that coughs and sneezes are linked to heart attacks. We also probe the Flu Survey, a new citizen science initiative to gather data on the incidence of influenza-like illnesses in the European population; we talk to the company who are mass producing flu vaccines in tobacco plants and catch up with the Columbia University scientific adviser on Contagion, Hollywood's latest infectious offering. Plus, why babies don't tie their umbilical cords in knots and news of a new fat-busting injectible that selectively destroys adipose, evidence that only single strains of HIV are transmitted between partners and the discovery of two pristine primordial gas clouds produced by the Big Bang... citizen science,cigarette,tobacco,naked scientists,influenza,heart attack,flu,contagion,vaccine,vaccination,big bang,umbilical,fat, 56:52 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.11.06/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.11.06.m4a Sun, 6 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 This week Kat Arney joins us live from the National Cancer Research Institute's conference in Liverpool. We find out how mistakes in cell signalling can cause cancers and why DNA repair pathways offer targets to treat tumours. Also, we explore the latest developments in cancer imaging, including new techniques that allow us to track chemical reactions happening inside the body. In the news, why you need to remove genes to repair nerves, and how clearing out old cells can prevent diseases of old age! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week Kat Arney joins us live from the National Cancer Research Institute's conference in Liverpool. We find out how mistakes in cell signalling can cause cancers and why DNA repair pathways offer targets to treat tumours. Also, we explore the latest developments in cancer imaging, including new techniques that allow us to track chemical reactions happening inside the body. In the news, why you need to remove genes to repair nerves, and how clearing out old cells can prevent diseases of old age! naked scientists,NCRI,conference,cancer,cell signalling,mutation,DNA,genome,tumour,metastasis,CRUK,imaging,MRI,neurons,nerve,functional recovery,senescence, 01:05:48 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.10.29-2/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.10.30.m4a Sat, 29 Oct 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week's podcast is live from the British Society for Gene Therapy (BSGT) conference in Brighton, UK. Some of the world's top gene and stem cell therapists explain how we can manipulate genes to treat a variety of disorders, from cystic fibrosis and haemophilia to cancer and blindness. We hear what life is like as a haemophiliac and answer your questions, including whether gene therapy can alter all the cells in our bodies and how scientists account for the ethics and side effects of this research. Plus, is a human moustache like a cat's whiskers? Find out in Question of the Week! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week's podcast is live from the British Society for Gene Therapy (BSGT) conference in Brighton, UK. Some of the world's top gene and stem cell therapists explain how we can manipulate genes to treat a variety of disorders, from cystic fibrosis and haemophilia to cancer and blindness. We hear what life is like as a haemophiliac and answer your questions, including whether gene therapy can alter all the cells in our bodies and how scientists account for the ethics and side effects of this research. Plus, is a human moustache like a cat's whiskers? Find out in Question of the Week! c,a,naked scientists,kitchen science 01:01:28 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.10.23/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.10.23.m4a Sat, 22 Oct 2011 23:00:00 +0000 Can moonlight and a magnifying glass be used to start a fire? Why do bananas go brown and does it happen faster in the fridge or the fruitbowl? Why are ice and snow slippery? And how does flyspray work? Alongside your quality science questions in this week's Question and Answer science phone-in, we also hear how how space scientists have spotted a whole planet's worth of water in a nearby system, the surprising discovery that seaweed is making corals seasick, we serve up a digital delight with the kitchen that teaches you both to cook and speak French, and we find out why an antiviral a day could keep Alzheimer's at bay... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Can moonlight and a magnifying glass be used to start a fire? Why do bananas go brown and does it happen faster in the fridge or the fruitbowl? Why are ice and snow slippery? And how does flyspray work? Alongside your quality science questions in this week's Question and Answer science phone-in, we also hear how how space scientists have spotted a whole planet's worth of water in a nearby system, the surprising discovery that seaweed is making corals seasick, we serve up a digital delight with the kitchen that teaches you both to cook and speak French, and we find out why an antiviral a day could keep Alzheimer's at bay... naked scientists,kitchen science 01:09:20 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.10.16/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.10.16.m4a Sat, 15 Oct 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week, Plant Pests and Plant Pathology - we find out what happens when plants get ill, how to understand and prevent the spread of plant disease, and how they can call up an insect army to defend them if they're attacked. We also find out why some horse chestnut trees are going brown before their time, and meet the pesky critter responsible! Plus, a new technique to cleanly edit out and correct errors in the DNA code, how the plague bacterium hasn't changed in 600 years, and why children, but not chimps, choose to work together. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, Plant Pests and Plant Pathology - we find out what happens when plants get ill, how to understand and prevent the spread of plant disease, and how they can call up an insect army to defend them if they're attacked. We also find out why some horse chestnut trees are going brown before their time, and meet the pesky critter responsible! Plus, a new technique to cleanly edit out and correct errors in the DNA code, how the plague bacterium hasn't changed in 600 years, and why children, but not chimps, choose to work together. naked scientists,pests,pathology,plants,insect,leaf miner,DNA,chimp,plague,yersinia pestis,plant disease, 01:03:07 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.10.09/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.10.09.m4a Sat, 8 Oct 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we're investigating alternatives to petrol. We'll board a biofuel powered bus to meet the plant scientists who are using algae to make biodiesel. We'll find out how to turn household waste into hydrogen, and meet the brains behind Bristol's first hydrogen powered passenger boat! Plus, the brain basis of boundless optimism, why a bacteria-busting chemical keeps injured arteries open, and a run down of this year's Nobel prizes! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we're investigating alternatives to petrol. We'll board a biofuel powered bus to meet the plant scientists who are using algae to make biodiesel. We'll find out how to turn household waste into hydrogen, and meet the brains behind Bristol's first hydrogen powered passenger boat! Plus, the brain basis of boundless optimism, why a bacteria-busting chemical keeps injured arteries open, and a run down of this year's Nobel prizes! naked scientists,petrol,biofuel,bus,plant scientist,algae,biodiesel,household waste,hydrogen,hydrogen,passenger boat,optimism,arteries,Nobel prizes, 01:07:36 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.10.02/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.10.02.m4a Sat, 1 Oct 2011 23:00:00 +0000 Could a Siphon be used in orbit? Why do leaves change colour in Autumn? How is immunity passed from mother to baby through breastfeeding? Why do earthquakes happen away from plate boundaries? How do microwaves heat up food? We storm through your questions this week as well finding out how Twitter can be used to monitor moods around the world, how carbon dioxide can be converted back into a fuel, how biomarkers hidden inside ECG's can predict the risk of a repeat heart attack and how glowing bacteria can send secret messages! Plus, in Kitchen Science, we make flames without fire by making iron burn... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Could a Siphon be used in orbit? Why do leaves change colour in Autumn? How is immunity passed from mother to baby through breastfeeding? Why do earthquakes happen away from plate boundaries? How do microwaves heat up food? We storm through your questions this week as well finding out how Twitter can be used to monitor moods around the world, how carbon dioxide can be converted back into a fuel, how biomarkers hidden inside ECG's can predict the risk of a repeat heart attack and how glowing bacteria can send secret messages! Plus, in Kitchen Science, we make flames without fire by making iron burn... naked scientists,kitchen science 01:10:12 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.09.25/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.09.25.m4a Sat, 24 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0000 We've whipped up an appetising take on the science of food and cooking for you this week. With a main course of cookery in the kitchen served up by a cake-baking physicist followed by a microbiological look at the cheese board and then the bacterial basis of the Best Before Date for dessert, this three-course scientific combo is an absolute academic feast. Also on the menu this week, how scientists are using brain scanners to reconstruct the movies we see in the mind's eye and we ask whether Einstein was wrong as scientists report particles apparently moving faster-than-light... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We've whipped up an appetising take on the science of food and cooking for you this week. With a main course of cookery in the kitchen served up by a cake-baking physicist followed by a microbiological look at the cheese board and then the bacterial basis of the Best Before Date for dessert, this three-course scientific combo is an absolute academic feast. Also on the menu this week, how scientists are using brain scanners to reconstruct the movies we see in the mind's eye and we ask whether Einstein was wrong as scientists report particles apparently moving faster-than-light... c,a,naked scientists,kitchen science 01:03:12 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.09.18/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.09.18.m4a Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:27:06 +0000 This week, we're chilling out in the world of cryogenics, the science of the super-cold. We'll find out what happens to living tissue when it freezes, and how we can use low temperatures to keep organs, and maybe even one day whole bodies, in suspended animation. We also talk to the company behind an attractive new design of super-efficient fridge that runs on magnetism. In the news we hear how computer gamers have contributed to a breakthrough in HIV, why humans are programmed for overconfidence, and how the nervous system controls the immune system. Plus, we ask, is modern medicine altering the human gene pool? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we're chilling out in the world of cryogenics, the science of the super-cold. We'll find out what happens to living tissue when it freezes, and how we can use low temperatures to keep organs, and maybe even one day whole bodies, in suspended animation. We also talk to the company behind an attractive new design of super-efficient fridge that runs on magnetism. In the news we hear how computer gamers have contributed to a breakthrough in HIV, why humans are programmed for overconfidence, and how the nervous system controls the immune system. Plus, we ask, is modern medicine altering the human gene pool? naked scientists,science podcast,science news,cryogenics,cold,ice,tissue,freeze,temperature,organ,cryo-preservation,cryopreservation,cryobank,fridge,magnetic fridge,camfridge,foldit,gene pool,anti-freeze,cryopreservation,glycerol,cryoprotectant, 57:55 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.09.11/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.09.11.m4a Sat, 10 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we seek the science of supercomputers! We find out how they work, and how they can answer some of the biggest questions in science. We also hear about the World Community Grid, which offers scientists computer time donated by volunteers worldwide. In the news we hear how computer aided design can help breast restoration, why special stem cells with just one set of chromosomes can aid geneticists, and how Earth's precious gold may have come from outer space. Plus, we explore the workings of the humble calculator in Question of the Week! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we seek the science of supercomputers! We find out how they work, and how they can answer some of the biggest questions in science. We also hear about the World Community Grid, which offers scientists computer time donated by volunteers worldwide. In the news we hear how computer aided design can help breast restoration, why special stem cells with just one set of chromosomes can aid geneticists, and how Earth's precious gold may have come from outer space. Plus, we explore the workings of the humble calculator in Question of the Week! naked scientists,supercomputers,World Community Grid,EPCC,computing,software,embarrassingly parrallel,CAD,gold,meteorite,stem cell,haploid,calculator, 37:09 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/specials/show/2011.09.08/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Sediba_Special.m4a Wed, 7 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0000 Reader in evolution at Wits University, Lee Berger, made a life-changing discovery when he uncovered the remains of a new species of hominid, Australopithecus sediba, in South Africa. Here, Chris Smith gets to meet the newest addition to the human family tree... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Reader in evolution at Wits University, Lee Berger, made a life-changing discovery when he uncovered the remains of a new species of hominid, Australopithecus sediba, in South Africa. Here, Chris Smith gets to meet the newest addition to the human family tree... australopithecus sediba, palaeoanthropology, fossils, hominid 01:06:57 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.09.04/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.09.04.m4a Sat, 3 Sep 2011 23:00:00 +0000 Why do some animals poo wherever the fancy takes them, whilst others are more fussy about the locations of their lavatory actions? What triggers pins and needles? How do some fish survive in both fresh and saltwater? And how are new nerve cells born in the adult brain? We burn through your best science questions this week as well as taking a look at Hubble's successor, the James Webb Space Telescope, and hearing how a computer model of a heart can revolutionise cardiac drug design and reviewing the evidence that bacteria were already antibiotic resistant over 30,000 years ago... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Why do some animals poo wherever the fancy takes them, whilst others are more fussy about the locations of their lavatory actions? What triggers pins and needles? How do some fish survive in both fresh and saltwater? And how are new nerve cells born in the adult brain? We burn through your best science questions this week as well as taking a look at Hubble's successor, the James Webb Space Telescope, and hearing how a computer model of a heart can revolutionise cardiac drug design and reviewing the evidence that bacteria were already antibiotic resistant over 30,000 years ago... dafaecation, climate change, carbon storage, animals, fish, salinity, moon, james webb telescope, carbon utilisation, robotic heart, ancient antibiotic resistance, light control, light emitting, pins and needles, rubber, tyres 58:42 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.08.28/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.08.28.m4a Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:37:08 +0000 This week, Chris explores some of the cutting edge research taking place in Aberdeen. We meet a scientist making new cannabis-like chemicals that lack the side effects of the real thing, talk to a man exploring the deepest part of the Pacific - 7 miles down - to find out what's living there. Plus, thalidomide - 50 years on. Scientists now know why it had the damaging effects it did on unborn babies, but can they make a safe form of the agent so it can be used to treat cancers, leprosy and HIV? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, Chris explores some of the cutting edge research taking place in Aberdeen. We meet a scientist making new cannabis-like chemicals that lack the side effects of the real thing, talk to a man exploring the deepest part of the Pacific - 7 miles down - to find out what's living there. Plus, thalidomide - 50 years on. Scientists now know why it had the damaging effects it did on unborn babies, but can they make a safe form of the agent so it can be used to treat cancers, leprosy and HIV? naked scientists,aberdeen university,cannabinoids,columbia,abyss,thalidomide,cannabis, 01:02:03 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.08.21/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.08.21.m4a Sat, 20 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0000 The rain in Spain falls mainly on the "plane". Or so the saying goes, but new research has confirmed that aeroplanes do cause clouds to dump their contents prematurely, often around airports, and in this week's show we explore this weather-altering effect of aviation. We also ask industry leader Rolls-Royce to explain how a jet engine works and how their designers have cut noise pollution from planes by over 99% since 1960. In the news, we hear how scientists are forecasting more accurate space weather predictions thanks to a new way to spot sunspots before they even erupt, a new study finds a host of new uses for old drugs, an artificial chromosome looks set to remedy muscular dystrophy and chemists discover diamonds being made in the flame of a candle... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The rain in Spain falls mainly on the "plane". Or so the saying goes, but new research has confirmed that aeroplanes do cause clouds to dump their contents prematurely, often around airports, and in this week's show we explore this weather-altering effect of aviation. We also ask industry leader Rolls-Royce to explain how a jet engine works and how their designers have cut noise pollution from planes by over 99% since 1960. In the news, we hear how scientists are forecasting more accurate space weather predictions thanks to a new way to spot sunspots before they even erupt, a new study finds a host of new uses for old drugs, an artificial chromosome looks set to remedy muscular dystrophy and chemists discover diamonds being made in the flame of a candle... rain,plane,aeroplane,clouds,airports,weather,aviation,Rolls-Royce,jet engine,noise pollution,space weather ,sunspots,artificial chromosome,muscular dystrophy,diamonds,flame,candle, 55:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.08.14/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.08.14.m4a Sat, 13 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0000 Are designer molecules poised to take us into a new chemical dimension? This week, we explore how, long before the bunsen burner gets lit, computer aided chemistry can enable us to create in silico imaginary new molecules, reactions and designer catalysts. We also delve into how chemicals are manufactured on a massive scale with a visit to a plant making zeolites. And in the news, how hydrogen-metabolising bugs can supercharge deep-sea mussels, how reprogrammed immune system cells can hunt-down cancer, and nature's stock exchange - how plants and fungi develop a subsoil free-market economy to trade resources. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Are designer molecules poised to take us into a new chemical dimension? This week, we explore how, long before the bunsen burner gets lit, computer aided chemistry can enable us to create in silico imaginary new molecules, reactions and designer catalysts. We also delve into how chemicals are manufactured on a massive scale with a visit to a plant making zeolites. And in the news, how hydrogen-metabolising bugs can supercharge deep-sea mussels, how reprogrammed immune system cells can hunt-down cancer, and nature's stock exchange - how plants and fungi develop a subsoil free-market economy to trade resources. designer chemistry, chemicals, computer aided chemistry, in silico, zeolites, soil fungi, hydrogen, naked scientists 54:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.08.07/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.08.07.m4a Sat, 6 Aug 2011 23:00:00 +0000 Do bubbles help or hinder when doing the dishes? Can we find evidence of material from Earth on the Moon? Can camera lenses cause fires? And is fluoride in drinking water safe? In this Question and Answer show, we tackle your science queries, finding out if higher air pressure means louder sounds and if plants from cuttings remain genetically identical over centuries. Plus, launching Lego men to Jupiter, making brain cells from skin cells, and how vampire bats home in on hot blood... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Do bubbles help or hinder when doing the dishes? Can we find evidence of material from Earth on the Moon? Can camera lenses cause fires? And is fluoride in drinking water safe? In this Question and Answer show, we tackle your science queries, finding out if higher air pressure means louder sounds and if plants from cuttings remain genetically identical over centuries. Plus, launching Lego men to Jupiter, making brain cells from skin cells, and how vampire bats home in on hot blood... naked scientists,kitchen science,washing up,foam,suds,moon,earth,meteorite,lens,fire,SLR,air pressure,sound,amplitude,cuttings,clone,Lego,jupiter,vampire,skin cells,blood,soap, 58:57 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.07.31/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.07.31.m4a Sat, 30 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we take a dive beneath the waves to look back at the last year in Ocean science. We call in on deep sea microbes, spawning corals and even a seahorse surgery. Plus we hear how the Census of Marine Life all got started and find out about some very strange creatures with sex organs on their heads... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we take a dive beneath the waves to look back at the last year in Ocean science. We call in on deep sea microbes, spawning corals and even a seahorse surgery. Plus we hear how the Census of Marine Life all got started and find out about some very strange creatures with sex organs on their heads... naked scientists,oceans,marine,coral spawning,whale shark,xyloplax,barnacles,census of marine life,deep sea,scripps,exploration,microbes,seahorse,woods hole,critter,chimaera,vent shrimp 59:05 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.07.24/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.07.24.m4a Sat, 23 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we look back over the last few months of space science. We'll hear how scientists search for planets in the glare of their parent star, why a simulated mission to Mars will help us to understand how astronauts will cope with isolation, and the challenges of communicating astronomy on television. Plus, what our solar system looks like to a distant observer, and how antique globes tell the story of our understanding. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we look back over the last few months of space science. We'll hear how scientists search for planets in the glare of their parent star, why a simulated mission to Mars will help us to understand how astronauts will cope with isolation, and the challenges of communicating astronomy on television. Plus, what our solar system looks like to a distant observer, and how antique globes tell the story of our understanding. a,naked scientists,kitchen science,astronomy,space science,exoplanet,dust,solar system,mars 500,mars,pulsar,globe,history of science, 59:25 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.07.17/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.07.17.m4a Sat, 16 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week we take a look back at a year's-worth of Naked Archaeology including a dig through some Pomepiian poo for clues about the Pompeiian lifestyle, the art of spear throwing with an atlatl and exposing the most recent neanderthals of the Caucasus. Plus we identify alien donkeys and learn how to make history from prehistory! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we take a look back at a year's-worth of Naked Archaeology including a dig through some Pomepiian poo for clues about the Pompeiian lifestyle, the art of spear throwing with an atlatl and exposing the most recent neanderthals of the Caucasus. Plus we identify alien donkeys and learn how to make history from prehistory! archaeology, spears, atlatl, causcasus, carbon dating, donkey, genes, Pompeii, Poo, Obesity, Romans 59:21 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.07.05/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.07.10.m4a Sat, 9 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we bring you the best bits of technology from the world of engineering including a guiding light into the workings of a retroreflector, the dual life of bi-stable structures, and a new way to harness energy from our rivers. Plus, we unearth the workings of a copper mine, discover how Barnes Wallis designed his famous bouncing bomb and bring you an atomic insight into the art of metalworking! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we bring you the best bits of technology from the world of engineering including a guiding light into the workings of a retroreflector, the dual life of bi-stable structures, and a new way to harness energy from our rivers. Plus, we unearth the workings of a copper mine, discover how Barnes Wallis designed his famous bouncing bomb and bring you an atomic insight into the art of metalworking! blacksmith, iron, bouncing bomb, dam, cylinder, turbines, tablets, mining, copper 01:01:36 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.06.26/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.06.26.m4a Sat, 25 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we explore the problem of persistent pain. We find out how chronic pain is currently treated, and look to our DNA for the genetic clues that could lead to future painkillers. In the news, a new TB vaccination that stands out on it's own, how babies make sense of broken toys, and why flying in a flock may be exhausting for pigeons. Plus, in Question of the Week, Diana asks why we have a spare copy of some organs. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we explore the problem of persistent pain. We find out how chronic pain is currently treated, and look to our DNA for the genetic clues that could lead to future painkillers. In the news, a new TB vaccination that stands out on it's own, how babies make sense of broken toys, and why flying in a flock may be exhausting for pigeons. Plus, in Question of the Week, Diana asks why we have a spare copy of some organs. organ,c,a,sense,naked scientists,kitchen science 55:58 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.06.19/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.06.19.m4a Sat, 18 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we find out how to get useful gas from useless coal, and make money from waste carbon dioxide! Underground coal gasification could allow us to access huge amounts of energy in inaccessible coal seams. We find out how it works as well as exploring a new method for capturing waste carbon and turning it into useful chemicals. In the news, dinosaurs inspire new designs for aircraft, spotting a star being ripped apart by a black hole, and the South African bid for the world's biggest radio telescope. Plus, Diana asks what the point is of "junk" DNA? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we find out how to get useful gas from useless coal, and make money from waste carbon dioxide! Underground coal gasification could allow us to access huge amounts of energy in inaccessible coal seams. We find out how it works as well as exploring a new method for capturing waste carbon and turning it into useful chemicals. In the news, dinosaurs inspire new designs for aircraft, spotting a star being ripped apart by a black hole, and the South African bid for the world's biggest radio telescope. Plus, Diana asks what the point is of "junk" DNA? naked scientists,underground coal gasification,syngas,coal,carbon dioxide,energy,inaccessible coal seams,bicarbonates,skyonic,skymine,carbon capture,dinosaur,pterasaur,black hole,gamma ray burst,comet,steam engine,Cambridge Museum of Technology, 01:02:55 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.06.12/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.06.12.m4a Sat, 11 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0000 The good side of microbes goes under the microscope this week as we explore how the 100 trillion bacteria that thrive on us and in us, and even outnumber our own cells ten times over, work with the body to maintain good health. We also hear from the Nobel prizewinner who's turning the stomach bug Helicobacter pylori into an edible vaccine against the flu and how to build better bioreactors to culture them in! Plus, how trees cause clouds to form, more evidence that the building blocks of life came from outer space, how nicotine keeps smokers thin and built-in cardiac stem cells that can mend a broken heart... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The good side of microbes goes under the microscope this week as we explore how the 100 trillion bacteria that thrive on us and in us, and even outnumber our own cells ten times over, work with the body to maintain good health. We also hear from the Nobel prizewinner who's turning the stomach bug Helicobacter pylori into an edible vaccine against the flu and how to build better bioreactors to culture them in! Plus, how trees cause clouds to form, more evidence that the building blocks of life came from outer space, how nicotine keeps smokers thin and built-in cardiac stem cells that can mend a broken heart... microbes, helicobacter pylori, good bacteria, gut bacteria, prebiotics, probiotics, microscope, clouds, trees, bioreactors, lasers, smoking, weight loss, meteorite, hearing aids, stem cells, heart repair 01:03:05 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.06.05/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.06.05.m4a Sat, 4 Jun 2011 23:00:00 +0000 What would we see at the edge of the universe? Are there long term health effects of eating spicy food? Why doesn't diesel need a spark to ignite? It's another Naked Scientists science question and answer show, where we take on your questions! Find out how a volcano makes Mars wobbly, why birds' lungs are more efficient than mammalian lungs and how a single speaker can make so many sounds at once. Plus, an outbreak of a new and lethal strain of E.coli and why increasing ocean acidification may be deafening fish. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists What would we see at the edge of the universe? Are there long term health effects of eating spicy food? Why doesn't diesel need a spark to ignite? It's another Naked Scientists science question and answer show, where we take on your questions! Find out how a volcano makes Mars wobbly, why birds' lungs are more efficient than mammalian lungs and how a single speaker can make so many sounds at once. Plus, an outbreak of a new and lethal strain of E.coli and why increasing ocean acidification may be deafening fish. naked scientists,kitchen science,fish,dna,diesel,mars,mobile phone,computing,magnetic field,special relativity,olympus mons,CO2,astrophysics,trap,risk,bone,science,alzheimer,amyloid,toxin,vision,wavelength,curcumin,curry,weetabix,cucumber,e.coli, 58:28 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.05.29/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.05.29.m4a Sat, 28 May 2011 23:00:00 +0000 What happens when a blacksmith meets a metallurgist? This week we explore what's happening at the molecular scale when the smithy works a piece of iron, we meet the superalloys that survive temperatures way above their melting points inside jet engines, and at the Rolls Royce precision casting facility we discover how precision plane engine parts can be cast from a single metal crystal. Also, in the news this week, how the blind brain has a built-in sonar, an attractive new magnetic material turned on by a current, and a new technique to detect troublespots brewing inside arteries. Plus, Kitchen Metallurgy - an experiment to show how you can manipulate metal molecules for yourself! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists What happens when a blacksmith meets a metallurgist? This week we explore what's happening at the molecular scale when the smithy works a piece of iron, we meet the superalloys that survive temperatures way above their melting points inside jet engines, and at the Rolls Royce precision casting facility we discover how precision plane engine parts can be cast from a single metal crystal. Also, in the news this week, how the blind brain has a built-in sonar, an attractive new magnetic material turned on by a current, and a new technique to detect troublespots brewing inside arteries. Plus, Kitchen Metallurgy - an experiment to show how you can manipulate metal molecules for yourself! naked scientists,kitchen science,metallurgy,metals,superalloys,molecular,crystal,cubic,jet engine,blacksmith,iron,forge,rolls royce,echolocation,magnetism,electron, 01:00:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.05.22/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.05.22.m4a Sat, 21 May 2011 23:00:00 +0000 This week's Naked Scientists is not to be sneezed at - we're looking at the science of allergies! We explore what happens to cause your body to overreact to harmless things, and find out how potentially fatal peanut allergy can be cured. Plus, how a dose of parasites could keep allergies at bay, and how special filters can engineer a breath of extremely fresh air! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week's Naked Scientists is not to be sneezed at - we're looking at the science of allergies! We explore what happens to cause your body to overreact to harmless things, and find out how potentially fatal peanut allergy can be cured. Plus, how a dose of parasites could keep allergies at bay, and how special filters can engineer a breath of extremely fresh air! autoimmune,allergy,allergic,immune system,transplant,antibodies,autoimmune disease,rejection,fuel tank,parasite,asthma,water 56:21 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.05.15/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.05.15.m4a Mon, 16 May 2011 20:01:01 +0000 We cast our nets wide this week to catch the science of aquaculture or fish farming! We'll find out how farming marine life can reduce reliance on disappearing wild stocks, and explore the effect on the local environment. Also, how recycled fish poo and waste water can help repair damaged wetlands, and in Naked Engineering we find out how robotic fish can keep tabs on pollution in ports. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We cast our nets wide this week to catch the science of aquaculture or fish farming! We'll find out how farming marine life can reduce reliance on disappearing wild stocks, and explore the effect on the local environment. Also, how recycled fish poo and waste water can help repair damaged wetlands, and in Naked Engineering we find out how robotic fish can keep tabs on pollution in ports. aquaculture, fish, salmon, farming, pests, carp, thames, sediments, whales, sea world 01:01:50 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.05.08/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.05.08.m4a Sat, 7 May 2011 23:00:00 +0000 Is standing or reclining best for the perfect suntan? Can we see atoms? Why add pennies to Big Ben's pendulum? It's a question and answer show so we shoulder your scientific conundra! We'll find out how web companies keep up with growing data demands, what causes white ridges on fingernails, and why a clean glass keeps cola fizzier. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we find out how to balance a broom whilst blindfolded! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Is standing or reclining best for the perfect suntan? Can we see atoms? Why add pennies to Big Ben's pendulum? It's a question and answer show so we shoulder your scientific conundra! We'll find out how web companies keep up with growing data demands, what causes white ridges on fingernails, and why a clean glass keeps cola fizzier. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we find out how to balance a broom whilst blindfolded! cocaine,drug,neuron,brain,platelet,fibrin,dopamine,smoking,data storage,thermogenesis,brown fat,thermoregulation,fingernail,keratin,homo floresiensis,freeze,supercool,big ben,penny,science questions,tanning,sun tan, 59:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.05.01/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.05.01.m4a Sat, 30 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0000 Computers that can lip-read, a robot that follows your brain waves, prosthetic arms controlled by thinking about fingers that have been amputated, the future of nuclear fusion, Bandaids for batteries, why oral cancer rates are up 200% on 20 years ago and a brain stimulator for obsessive compulsive disorder. While the team take a well-earned Easter break, join Dr Chris for a look at the latest science from the AAAS in Washington DC. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Computers that can lip-read, a robot that follows your brain waves, prosthetic arms controlled by thinking about fingers that have been amputated, the future of nuclear fusion, Bandaids for batteries, why oral cancer rates are up 200% on 20 years ago and a brain stimulator for obsessive compulsive disorder. While the team take a well-earned Easter break, join Dr Chris for a look at the latest science from the AAAS in Washington DC. AAAS, oropharyngeal cancer, energy, batteries, thin films, storing energy, nuclear fusion, sun, prosthetics, nerves 33:46 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.04.24/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.04.26.m4a Sat, 23 Apr 2011 23:00:00 +0000 For Easter this week, we explore how synchrotron radiation can be used to probe and find answers to a variety of scientific questions as we bring you a special programme of highlights from the Diamond Light Source podcast. We hear how changes to key proteins can cause hypertension and pre-eclampsia, how green rust could provide a greener future and discover a new type of magnetic material which could make data storage faster, cheaper and more compact. Plus, we explore a new form of solar cell which could make solar energy more affordable in the future. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists For Easter this week, we explore how synchrotron radiation can be used to probe and find answers to a variety of scientific questions as we bring you a special programme of highlights from the Diamond Light Source podcast. We hear how changes to key proteins can cause hypertension and pre-eclampsia, how green rust could provide a greener future and discover a new type of magnetic material which could make data storage faster, cheaper and more compact. Plus, we explore a new form of solar cell which could make solar energy more affordable in the future. magnetism, multiferroics, cancer, DNA repair, proteins, hypertension, angiotensin, angiotensinogen, rust, contaminates 55:18 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.04.17-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.04.17.m4a Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Two pioneers in the field of gene therapy join us to discuss how they're developing modified viruses to deliver healthy copies of genes to save patients afflicted by lethal genetic diseases. We also hear how energy can be harvested from footsteps and heartbeats to power nanodevices, and how a new SWARM of satellites is about to be deployed to study the Earth's magnetic field from space. Plus, in the news, how "ums" and "ahs" can boost a baby's learning power, how mankind talked his way out of Africa and how scientists are recreating schizophrenia in a Petri dish... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Two pioneers in the field of gene therapy join us to discuss how they're developing modified viruses to deliver healthy copies of genes to save patients afflicted by lethal genetic diseases. We also hear how energy can be harvested from footsteps and heartbeats to power nanodevices, and how a new SWARM of satellites is about to be deployed to study the Earth's magnetic field from space. Plus, in the news, how "ums" and "ahs" can boost a baby's learning power, how mankind talked his way out of Africa and how scientists are recreating schizophrenia in a Petri dish... gene therapy, viruses, insertion, DNA, disease, disorder, SWARM, Astrium, magnetism, magnetic fields, satellites, energy harvesting, kinetic energy, nanotechnology, nanodevices, power, voltage, microwatts, milliwatts, giraffes, vomit, schizophrenia, cycle 01:02:35 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.04.10/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.04.10.m4a Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Do dogs get ticklish? What wakes up mosquitoes at meal times? Do animals use weapons? In this fast-paced Question and Answer show we also focus on the nuclear threat from Fukushima and hear how gut bugs raise the risk of heart disease, why flaps for wind turbines have got engineers in a spin, and why tidiness stops stereotyping. Plus, how to make a balloon fireproof and what causes dark circles under the eyes when we get tired... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Do dogs get ticklish? What wakes up mosquitoes at meal times? Do animals use weapons? In this fast-paced Question and Answer show we also focus on the nuclear threat from Fukushima and hear how gut bugs raise the risk of heart disease, why flaps for wind turbines have got engineers in a spin, and why tidiness stops stereotyping. Plus, how to make a balloon fireproof and what causes dark circles under the eyes when we get tired... naked scientists,kitchen science,heart,risk,eye,mosquito,weapon,engine,turbine,nuclear,heart disease,fukushima,gut,do animals use weapons,ticklish,dog behaviour,nuclear reactor,meltdown,nuclear power,nuclear risk,japan,half life,radiation,radioactive, 59:10 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.04.03/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.04.03.m4a Sun, 3 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 This week, we go wireless to explore the science of mobile phones. We hear how new error-correction techniques are promising to put an end to poor quality communications, we meet a new system that lets you borrow the antennae of other nearby phones to boost your data download rates, and a major study that's examining the potential health impacts associated with mobile phone use. Plus, in the news, the now not-so-anomalous Pioneer probe anomaly, the chemical cure that can flatten phobias and how a biased worm could overturn an election victory... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we go wireless to explore the science of mobile phones. We hear how new error-correction techniques are promising to put an end to poor quality communications, we meet a new system that lets you borrow the antennae of other nearby phones to boost your data download rates, and a major study that's examining the potential health impacts associated with mobile phone use. Plus, in the news, the now not-so-anomalous Pioneer probe anomaly, the chemical cure that can flatten phobias and how a biased worm could overturn an election victory... naked scientist,c,naked scientists,mobile phone,public health,antenna,technology,data,communication,risk,radiation,cancer,bone,alzheimer,amyloid,neuron,brain,celphone, cell phone,carphone,error correction,MIMO,multiple-in multiple-out,COSMOS, 57:16 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.03.27/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.03.27.m4a Sun, 27 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Life in inaccessible places - including in caves sealed off from the Sun and around deep-sea vents - is the subject of this week's Naked Scientists. In these intriguing environments, bacteria replace plants as the primary producers, extracting energy from the minerals around them to sustain a whole ecosystem. We also hear about the bone-eating worms that make a meal of whale carcasses that fall to the seafloor, an engineering trick for separating mined-metals from mud and, in the news, why the world's waves are getting bigger, how sperm can be grown in a dish and a gene that drives melanoma. Plus, the answer to the question where on Earth would you weigh the most...? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Life in inaccessible places - including in caves sealed off from the Sun and around deep-sea vents - is the subject of this week's Naked Scientists. In these intriguing environments, bacteria replace plants as the primary producers, extracting energy from the minerals around them to sustain a whole ecosystem. We also hear about the bone-eating worms that make a meal of whale carcasses that fall to the seafloor, an engineering trick for separating mined-metals from mud and, in the news, why the world's waves are getting bigger, how sperm can be grown in a dish and a gene that drives melanoma. Plus, the answer to the question where on Earth would you weigh the most...? naked scientists,kitchen science,cave,sunlight,aphotic,life,evolution,deep sea,hydrothermal vent,tube worm,deep caves,ocean vents,hydrothermal,deep sea,stem cells,cancer,bone,weather,climate change,evolution,sperm,hydrogen sulphide,gravity,melanoma, 56:16 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.03.13/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.03.20.m4a Sun, 20 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 This week, we find out what lies beyond the limits of our Universe as we discuss multiverses, higher dimensions, string theory and supersymmetry. We find out how these ideas develop from basic principles and how the LHC can help to confirm, or refute, their existence. In the news, how quartz creates mountain ranges, progesterone excites sperm, and why birds can't help but fly into things. Plus, Meera and Dave find out how to engineer electrons to travel close to the speed of light, and Simon Singh explains how to discover the distance to a far away star. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we find out what lies beyond the limits of our Universe as we discuss multiverses, higher dimensions, string theory and supersymmetry. We find out how these ideas develop from basic principles and how the LHC can help to confirm, or refute, their existence. In the news, how quartz creates mountain ranges, progesterone excites sperm, and why birds can't help but fly into things. Plus, Meera and Dave find out how to engineer electrons to travel close to the speed of light, and Simon Singh explains how to discover the distance to a far away star. x-ray,hormone,progesterone,quantum,diamond,quartz,mercury,continental plate,universe,dimension,astronomy,multiverse,LHC,large hadron collider,higgs boson,contraceptive,synchrotron,supersymmetry,parallel universe,naked scientists,science radio,science pod, 01:02:28 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.03.20/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.03.13.m4a Sun, 13 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Can you electrocute weeds? Why do teeth go wobbly? And which cells last a lifetime? In this bumper edition of the Naked Scientists, we tackle your pressing science questions and find out how the shuttle manoeuvres in space, what makes wounds itch, whether reverse osmosis can make moonshine and if static can stick a cat to a wall. Plus, how diamonds deal death to tumours, cooperation in the elephant world and an update on the Japanese earthquake situation. We also hear how a hairy leg can help you bend water to your will, and Diana discovers why potato peelers never need sharpening! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Can you electrocute weeds? Why do teeth go wobbly? And which cells last a lifetime? In this bumper edition of the Naked Scientists, we tackle your pressing science questions and find out how the shuttle manoeuvres in space, what makes wounds itch, whether reverse osmosis can make moonshine and if static can stick a cat to a wall. Plus, how diamonds deal death to tumours, cooperation in the elephant world and an update on the Japanese earthquake situation. We also hear how a hairy leg can help you bend water to your will, and Diana discovers why potato peelers never need sharpening! naked scientists,kitchen science,electrocute weeds,teeth,shuttle,wound,itch,reverse osmosis,moonshine,static,diamonds,tumours,cooperation,elephant,earthquake,water,potato peeler,sharpening, 55:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.03.06/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.03.06.m4a Sun, 6 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000 From anti-ague to anti-Alzheimer's agent: over the 112 years since it was first trademarked, Aspirin has evolved from popular painkiller to powerful preventative against heart attacks, strokes and even cancer. In this week's show we trace its history from the extraction of aspirin-like chemicals from willow bark to the creation of the drug itself. Plus, in the news, how the chemistry of life could have come to Earth in a meteorite and why we need to be careful with stem cells: a new study finds they have an above-average mutation rate. Also, a new technique to etch graphene sheets with single-atom precision, an insight into how our drugs are made and how painkillers hit pain where it hurts... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists From anti-ague to anti-Alzheimer's agent: over the 112 years since it was first trademarked, Aspirin has evolved from popular painkiller to powerful preventative against heart attacks, strokes and even cancer. In this week's show we trace its history from the extraction of aspirin-like chemicals from willow bark to the creation of the drug itself. Plus, in the news, how the chemistry of life could have come to Earth in a meteorite and why we need to be careful with stem cells: a new study finds they have an above-average mutation rate. Also, a new technique to etch graphene sheets with single-atom precision, an insight into how our drugs are made and how painkillers hit pain where it hurts... naked scientists,kitchen science,Aspirin,painkiller,analgesic,preventing heart disease,preventing stroke,preventing cancer, 58:45 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.02.27/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.02.27.m4a Sun, 27 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Just the bare bones this week as we find out how exercise strengthens the skeleton and how new scanning techniques can help to pick up osteoporosis earlier and inform its management. We also try out a new gadget for measuring the force muscles can apply and, in the news, discover what a self-healing tumour can tell us about common cancers, evidence that mammalian hearts can repair themselves and a new laser-based tool for diagnosing melanoma. Plus, how the bones of people who died up to a hundred years ago are helping scientists to combat chronic back pain by building a computer model of the backbone... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Just the bare bones this week as we find out how exercise strengthens the skeleton and how new scanning techniques can help to pick up osteoporosis earlier and inform its management. We also try out a new gadget for measuring the force muscles can apply and, in the news, discover what a self-healing tumour can tell us about common cancers, evidence that mammalian hearts can repair themselves and a new laser-based tool for diagnosing melanoma. Plus, how the bones of people who died up to a hundred years ago are helping scientists to combat chronic back pain by building a computer model of the backbone... scann,development,c,physiotherapy,muscle,naked scientists,kitchen science 57:01 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.02.20/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.02.20.m4a Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 We look to the skies in this week's Naked Scientists show, to uncover ways to monitor and change the chemistry of the atmosphere. We join researchers on board an air-sampling aeroplane to discover how atmospheric chemistry changes once the sun sets, and we discuss options for engineering the climate if things get too hot. In the news, the Ecuadorian population that may hold the genetic key to a disease-free life, and the rocks that move themselves around in Death Valley. Plus, a targeted muscle re-innervation strategy to afford amputees more powerful prosthetic control. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We look to the skies in this week's Naked Scientists show, to uncover ways to monitor and change the chemistry of the atmosphere. We join researchers on board an air-sampling aeroplane to discover how atmospheric chemistry changes once the sun sets, and we discuss options for engineering the climate if things get too hot. In the news, the Ecuadorian population that may hold the genetic key to a disease-free life, and the rocks that move themselves around in Death Valley. Plus, a targeted muscle re-innervation strategy to afford amputees more powerful prosthetic control. naked scientists,kitchen science,RONOCO,sampling,atmospheric chemistry,FAAM,weather,pollution,geoengineering,MET office,SPICE,stratosphere,global cooling,particulates,changing the atmosphere,air,cloud,space,hibernation,prosthetic,prosthesis, 01:07:14 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.02.13/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.02.13.m4a Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 How do magnets multiply? What keeps an aeroplane in the air? How do wild animals avoid incest? It's open season on science questions in this week's Naked Scientists. We'll find out if oil extraction leaves a cavity, can cranberry juice cut urine infection rates and what happens when two lightning bolts collide? In the news, evidence of bipedalism in an early human ancestor, how oily fish helps avoid common causes of blindness and how smartphones are taking the pain out of cardiac rehabilitation. Plus, in Kitchen Science, the unexpected physics of a flying balloon. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How do magnets multiply? What keeps an aeroplane in the air? How do wild animals avoid incest? It's open season on science questions in this week's Naked Scientists. We'll find out if oil extraction leaves a cavity, can cranberry juice cut urine infection rates and what happens when two lightning bolts collide? In the news, evidence of bipedalism in an early human ancestor, how oily fish helps avoid common causes of blindness and how smartphones are taking the pain out of cardiac rehabilitation. Plus, in Kitchen Science, the unexpected physics of a flying balloon. naked scientists,kitchen science,science questions,magnetism,aeroplane,incest,oil extraction,cranberry juice,urine infection,lightning,bipedalism,human ancestor, oily fish,omega-3,blindness,smartphones,cardiac rehabilitation, 56:56 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.02.06/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.02.06.m4a Sun, 6 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 This week we're getting inside the workings of the next generation of chips that are set to pack a bigger computing-punch but at a fraction of the energy-expenditure of todays' models: CTO Mike Muller joins us to explain the revolutionary technology that leading microprocessor-maker ARM is developing. Also, energy-efficient world-wide computing - we find out how distributing data-processing demands around the planet can turn waste energy into useful computations, simultaneously saving CO2 emissions, and in the news this week, a new malarial mosquito threat, rejection-free artificial blood vessels and the electric cap that helps users solve maths puzzle they previously found impossible. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we're getting inside the workings of the next generation of chips that are set to pack a bigger computing-punch but at a fraction of the energy-expenditure of todays' models: CTO Mike Muller joins us to explain the revolutionary technology that leading microprocessor-maker ARM is developing. Also, energy-efficient world-wide computing - we find out how distributing data-processing demands around the planet can turn waste energy into useful computations, simultaneously saving CO2 emissions, and in the news this week, a new malarial mosquito threat, rejection-free artificial blood vessels and the electric cap that helps users solve maths puzzle they previously found impossible. green computing,computers,future of computing,computer chips,ARM,microchip,processor,efficient processor, 54:01 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.01.30/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.01.30.m4a Sun, 30 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Leprosy goes under the microscope this week as we uncover the origins of one of the oldest known human diseases, recognised this week on World Leprosy Day. A quarter of a million new cases are diagnosed every year, but how is the illness spreading, what damage does it do to the body and can it be stopped? We also hear what archaeologists are unearthing about the history of leprosy and where it came from in the first place. Plus, why it's time to rethink the workings of the circadian clock, brain scans for bilingualism, cow-stomach bacterial genes for biofuels, and the engineering that lies behind the cat's eye... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Leprosy goes under the microscope this week as we uncover the origins of one of the oldest known human diseases, recognised this week on World Leprosy Day. A quarter of a million new cases are diagnosed every year, but how is the illness spreading, what damage does it do to the body and can it be stopped? We also hear what archaeologists are unearthing about the history of leprosy and where it came from in the first place. Plus, why it's time to rethink the workings of the circadian clock, brain scans for bilingualism, cow-stomach bacterial genes for biofuels, and the engineering that lies behind the cat's eye... c,naked scientists,kitchen science, Leprosy,leper,leprosy hospital,world leprosy day,m. leprae,mycobacteria, 55:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.01.23/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.01.23.m4a Sun, 23 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 We're analysing the matter of antimatter this week to find out what is antimatter, how is it made and why's it so rare in the Universe? We talk to researchers at CERN who are capturing anti-hydrogen so scientists can study it properly for the first time, and Dave and Meera call in to the hospital to hear how antimatter holds the key to better body scans. Diana discovers how gravity bends a beam of light and there's also news of a novel way to neutralise HIV, researchers uncover how brains gauge the passage of time, and agriculture on the microscale: scientists have found the world's smallest farmers, they're just one cell wide... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We're analysing the matter of antimatter this week to find out what is antimatter, how is it made and why's it so rare in the Universe? We talk to researchers at CERN who are capturing anti-hydrogen so scientists can study it properly for the first time, and Dave and Meera call in to the hospital to hear how antimatter holds the key to better body scans. Diana discovers how gravity bends a beam of light and there's also news of a novel way to neutralise HIV, researchers uncover how brains gauge the passage of time, and agriculture on the microscale: scientists have found the world's smallest farmers, they're just one cell wide... naked scientists,kitchen science,antimatter,PET,positron,positron emission tomography,medical imaging,scan,big bang,antimatter universe,antihydrogen,CERN,particle physics,antimatter annihilation,how is antimatter made?, 01:01:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.01.16/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.01.16.m4a Sun, 16 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Does a metal implant turn a person into a living lightning-conductor or radio receiver, is eye-size important, why is frost bad for freezers, where did the first organic molecules come from, what happens to sparkling drinks in space and why does a bump on the head make you see stars? This week, join Chris, Sarah and Dave as they pit their wits against the latest crop of your top questions. Plus, why making new computer chips looks set to become easy PC, how stem cells can get to the heart of Long QT Syndrome, feeding the world in 2050 and a new musical device to keep the drummer in the driving seat... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Does a metal implant turn a person into a living lightning-conductor or radio receiver, is eye-size important, why is frost bad for freezers, where did the first organic molecules come from, what happens to sparkling drinks in space and why does a bump on the head make you see stars? This week, join Chris, Sarah and Dave as they pit their wits against the latest crop of your top questions. Plus, why making new computer chips looks set to become easy PC, how stem cells can get to the heart of Long QT Syndrome, feeding the world in 2050 and a new musical device to keep the drummer in the driving seat... naked scientists,kitchen science,science questions,question and answer,metal implant,lightning-conductor,lightning,eye-size,eyeball,why is frost bad for freezers?,first organic molecules,sparkling drinks in space,does a bump on the head make you see stars 58:06 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.01.09/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.01.09.m4a Sun, 9 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 We're discussing human dissection in this week's Naked Scientists. Chris visits the dissection room to find out how trainee doctors benefit from dissecting real bodies, and why many medical schools are increasingly turning to alternatives. We're joined by physician and film maker Paul Trotman, who followed the lives, and beyond, of three donors to explore the reasons why people choose to donate their bodies, and the impact the process had on the student's lives. In Naked Engineering, we find out how a design that copies the body's own structure and movements can make better artificial limbs. Plus, how womens' tears can manipulate mens' moods, the perfect melody to send shivers up your spine and the headphones which can cancel out the sound of the dentist's drill. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We're discussing human dissection in this week's Naked Scientists. Chris visits the dissection room to find out how trainee doctors benefit from dissecting real bodies, and why many medical schools are increasingly turning to alternatives. We're joined by physician and film maker Paul Trotman, who followed the lives, and beyond, of three donors to explore the reasons why people choose to donate their bodies, and the impact the process had on the student's lives. In Naked Engineering, we find out how a design that copies the body's own structure and movements can make better artificial limbs. Plus, how womens' tears can manipulate mens' moods, the perfect melody to send shivers up your spine and the headphones which can cancel out the sound of the dentist's drill. naked scientists,naked engineering,anatomy,donated to science,body donation,anatomy,dissection,human dissection,medical student,medical school,prosthetic,artificial limb,artificial foot,music,emotional tears, 49:37 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2011.01.02/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.01.02.m4a Sun, 2 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 In this special podcast we focus on the highlights of this year's National Pathology Week. We'll be going behind closed doors for a tour of the pathology labs at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and we'll explore the role of veterinary pathologists in diagnosing and treating animal disease. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In this special podcast we focus on the highlights of this year's National Pathology Week. We'll be going behind closed doors for a tour of the pathology labs at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and we'll explore the role of veterinary pathologists in diagnosing and treating animal disease. naked scientists,pathology,national pathology week,royal college of pathologists,great ormond street hospital,GOSH,veterinary pathology,natural history museum,newborn screening,metabolic disease,pathology lab,hospital tests, 17:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.12.26-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.12.26.m4a Sun, 26 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 In this special episode of the Naked Scientists podcast, we explore the world of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES), a technology allowing people paralysed from the waist down to row and cycle by using external electrodes to stimulate leg muscles. Michele Vanoncini investigates how it works, what benefits it can bring and talks to some of the people who have used the technique to go for gold... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In this special episode of the Naked Scientists podcast, we explore the world of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES), a technology allowing people paralysed from the waist down to row and cycle by using external electrodes to stimulate leg muscles. Michele Vanoncini investigates how it works, what benefits it can bring and talks to some of the people who have used the technique to go for gold... Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES), paralysis, spinal injury 57:16 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.12.19/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.12.19.m4a Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 In this festive episode, can you get drunk through your feet, the chemistry of cocktails, twelve marine critters of Christmas, the best food and drink combos to eschew indigestion, does a carbon fibre bike go faster, why are snowflakes different shapes and a way to impress your peers at the office party by blowing out candles round corners... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In this festive episode, can you get drunk through your feet, the chemistry of cocktails, twelve marine critters of Christmas, the best food and drink combos to eschew indigestion, does a carbon fibre bike go faster, why are snowflakes different shapes and a way to impress your peers at the office party by blowing out candles round corners... critter, marine, cocktail,alcohol, fondue, indigestion, Titan, Sun, cycle, bike, cycle, carbon fibre, photogenic, cheese, organo, feet, drunk, drunkeness, burger, sunspots, snowflake, heating, house 59:12 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.12.12/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.12.12.m4a Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Graphene is the focus of this week's Naked Scientists, including how it holds the key to the super-flexible touch screen displays of tomorrow, super-light composites and the next generation of computer chips. In the news, a breakthrough in understanding Alzheimer's Disease, why glider pilots should be paying more attention to how falcons fly and why a new exoplanet has led astronomers to question current theories of planetary formation. Plus, we celebrate the first chunk of cheese to make it into orbit and ask if there's any evidence of a health benefit from wearing magnetic bracelets... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Graphene is the focus of this week's Naked Scientists, including how it holds the key to the super-flexible touch screen displays of tomorrow, super-light composites and the next generation of computer chips. In the news, a breakthrough in understanding Alzheimer's Disease, why glider pilots should be paying more attention to how falcons fly and why a new exoplanet has led astronomers to question current theories of planetary formation. Plus, we celebrate the first chunk of cheese to make it into orbit and ask if there's any evidence of a health benefit from wearing magnetic bracelets... c,atoms,naked scientists,kitchen science 01:01:28 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.12.05-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.12.05.m4a Sun, 5 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Current breakthroughs in electricity generation and distribution go under the spotlight in this week's sizzling edition of the Naked Scientists. We talk to the team with the electrical equivalent of cold-storage that can put power "on ice" until it's needed, and we hear how bright sparks in the UK are leading the charge to roll out "energy kiosks" to empower rural communities in Africa. We also check out a new form of small-scale turbine to extract power from rivers whilst minimising the environmental impact. In the news, why young people are more likely to fall victim to the flu, how a dose of worms controlled a man's inflammatory bowel disease and why the discovery of arsenic-loving bacteria is forcing us to rethink the chemistry of life. Plus, in Question of the Week, Diana gets to the bottom of whether it's possible to drink through your rectum... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Current breakthroughs in electricity generation and distribution go under the spotlight in this week's sizzling edition of the Naked Scientists. We talk to the team with the electrical equivalent of cold-storage that can put power "on ice" until it's needed, and we hear how bright sparks in the UK are leading the charge to roll out "energy kiosks" to empower rural communities in Africa. We also check out a new form of small-scale turbine to extract power from rivers whilst minimising the environmental impact. In the news, why young people are more likely to fall victim to the flu, how a dose of worms controlled a man's inflammatory bowel disease and why the discovery of arsenic-loving bacteria is forcing us to rethink the chemistry of life. Plus, in Question of the Week, Diana gets to the bottom of whether it's possible to drink through your rectum... naked scientists,kitchen science,electricity,power,sustainable power,green energy,water turbine,energy kiosk,rural electrification,electricity in africa,green tide turbine,Isentropic,energy storage,electricity demand,enema,roundworm,astrobiology, 01:00:20 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.11.28/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.11.28.m4a Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000 How heavy is the Earth? How do snakes digest huge meals? Should I fear falling bullets? We take on these questions and more in this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show! We'll discuss the ideal hair for head lice, the mechanics of using a straw and why men's bits shrink in the cold! In the news we explore the link between jetlag and forgetfulness, discover a moon with an oxygen atmosphere, and a new technique to tell someones age by their blood. Plus, in Kitchen Science we find out why a full carton is much harder to shake. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How heavy is the Earth? How do snakes digest huge meals? Should I fear falling bullets? We take on these questions and more in this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show! We'll discuss the ideal hair for head lice, the mechanics of using a straw and why men's bits shrink in the cold! In the news we explore the link between jetlag and forgetfulness, discover a moon with an oxygen atmosphere, and a new technique to tell someones age by their blood. Plus, in Kitchen Science we find out why a full carton is much harder to shake. naked scientists,kitchen science,shrinking genitals,do head lice like clean hair,charcoal,jet lag,science news,how does a straw work,forensic science,shaking cartons,oxygen atmosphere,snakes,shooting straight up,falling bullets, 59:11 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.11.21/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.11.21.m4a Sun, 21 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000 IQ-elevating agents that can boost brain power are being used by over 10% of university students. But how do these cognitive-equivalents of anabolic steroids for the brain actually work, what are their effects and are they safe? Moreover, is the advantage they confer an ethical one? And if not, should universities be screening students ahead of exams to deter their use? Meanwhile, in the news this week, we find out how lasers can cut complications in cataract surgery, why some people are allergic to wine, we hook up with the highlights from the world's biggest neuroscience meeting including the discovery of how the eye talks to the brain, and we hear how scientists have solved a long-standing mystery relating the structure of the placenta... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists IQ-elevating agents that can boost brain power are being used by over 10% of university students. But how do these cognitive-equivalents of anabolic steroids for the brain actually work, what are their effects and are they safe? Moreover, is the advantage they confer an ethical one? And if not, should universities be screening students ahead of exams to deter their use? Meanwhile, in the news this week, we find out how lasers can cut complications in cataract surgery, why some people are allergic to wine, we hook up with the highlights from the world's biggest neuroscience meeting including the discovery of how the eye talks to the brain, and we hear how scientists have solved a long-standing mystery relating the structure of the placenta... c,naked scientists,kitchen science,cognition enhancing drugs,smart drugs,provigil,modafinil,intelligence enhancement,ethics,enhanced human,neuroscience,laser surgery,cataracts,placenta,wine allergy,allergic to wine, 56:10 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.11.14/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.11.14.m4a Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000 We set sail to discover the science of sustainable shipping in this week's Naked Scientists. We visit an enormous wave tank to find out how the sea swell can impact on damaged ships, and look at the problems caused by sulphur-rich shipping fuel. Plus, we hoist the SkySail, an enormous parafoil kite that can be deployed from the deck of a ship to cut fuel consumption by up to 60%. In the news we hear how happiness can be found here and now, why children tire so quickly when walking and how Earth became oxygenated 400,000 years earlier than we thought. Also, we investigate the elegant physics of a lapping cat! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We set sail to discover the science of sustainable shipping in this week's Naked Scientists. We visit an enormous wave tank to find out how the sea swell can impact on damaged ships, and look at the problems caused by sulphur-rich shipping fuel. Plus, we hoist the SkySail, an enormous parafoil kite that can be deployed from the deck of a ship to cut fuel consumption by up to 60%. In the news we hear how happiness can be found here and now, why children tire so quickly when walking and how Earth became oxygenated 400,000 years earlier than we thought. Also, we investigate the elegant physics of a lapping cat! naked scientists,kitchen science,shipping,sustainable shipping,sustainable transport,modelling damaged boats,waves,naval architecture,skysails,kite sail,sailing,bee ball,cat lapping,how do cats drink,when did earth become oxygen rich,happiness, 56:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.11.07/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.11.07.m4a Sun, 7 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000 We catch up with cancer research this week including evidence that cancers subvert stem cells to suppress the immune system and how covert "hit and run" viral infections may be triggering a lot more tumours than we first thought. Also, joining us from the National Cancer Research Institute conference in Liverpool, cancer biologist Bob Weinberg explains how he sees cancer becoming a controllable chronic condition within just ten years. Plus, the buzz around a new tumour-spotting ultrasound technique, how a burst of electricity to the brain boosts mathematical ability, a new trick to block the brain damage done during a stroke and how bacteria store the genetic fingerprints of past viral adversaries to protect themselves in the future. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We catch up with cancer research this week including evidence that cancers subvert stem cells to suppress the immune system and how covert "hit and run" viral infections may be triggering a lot more tumours than we first thought. Also, joining us from the National Cancer Research Institute conference in Liverpool, cancer biologist Bob Weinberg explains how he sees cancer becoming a controllable chronic condition within just ten years. Plus, the buzz around a new tumour-spotting ultrasound technique, how a burst of electricity to the brain boosts mathematical ability, a new trick to block the brain damage done during a stroke and how bacteria store the genetic fingerprints of past viral adversaries to protect themselves in the future. naked scientists,kitchen science,cancer research, hallmarks of cancer,cancer treatment,hit and run virus,viruses and cancer,NCRI,cancer conference,HPV,cervical cancer,metastasis,oncology,oncogenes,cancer immune system, 59:58 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.10.31/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.10.31.m4a Sun, 31 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 It's National Pathology Week 2010 and to celebrate the launch we're joined by pathologist Dr Suzy Lishman to take on your science questions! We'll find out where phlegm comes from, how petroleum jelly helps healing and the weight of red blood cells synthesised in a human lifetime. Also, can you concentrate lasers with lenses, why does an open carport stop frost, and if carnivorous plants photosynthesise, why do they need to eat insects? Plus, how researchers in Scotland are sniffing out pollution with such sensitivity, they can detect forest fires all the way from Canada! In Kitchen Science, Dave reads his credit card using rust! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists It's National Pathology Week 2010 and to celebrate the launch we're joined by pathologist Dr Suzy Lishman to take on your science questions! We'll find out where phlegm comes from, how petroleum jelly helps healing and the weight of red blood cells synthesised in a human lifetime. Also, can you concentrate lasers with lenses, why does an open carport stop frost, and if carnivorous plants photosynthesise, why do they need to eat insects? Plus, how researchers in Scotland are sniffing out pollution with such sensitivity, they can detect forest fires all the way from Canada! In Kitchen Science, Dave reads his credit card using rust! naked scientists,kitchen science,science questions,pathology,phlegm,science news,exoplanet,pancreatic cancer,why are planets round,petroleum jelly, 57:11 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.10.24-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.10.24.m4a Sat, 23 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0000 The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) goes under the microscope this week. We find out how the virus hijacks cells to construct new HIV particles and hear how close scientists are to developing a vaccine to block infection. In the news, we learn how bitter taste receptors in the lungs could lead to new asthma treatments, how our ancestors enjoyed some veg with their meat and how gene therapy could offer a way out of depression. Plus, how Lego is helping university students build a creative career in the world of engineering... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) goes under the microscope this week. We find out how the virus hijacks cells to construct new HIV particles and hear how close scientists are to developing a vaccine to block infection. In the news, we learn how bitter taste receptors in the lungs could lead to new asthma treatments, how our ancestors enjoyed some veg with their meat and how gene therapy could offer a way out of depression. Plus, how Lego is helping university students build a creative career in the world of engineering... naked scientists,kitchen science,HIV,Human Immunodeficiency Virus,HIV/AIDS,AIDS,HIV vaccine,retrovirus,lentivirus,broadly neutralising antibodies,astronomy,early universe,most distant galaxy,vegetable diet,ancestral diet,depression therapy,gene therapy, 01:03:40 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.10.17/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.10.17.m4a Sat, 16 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0000 It's a bumpy ride on this week's Naked Scientists, as we explore the science of turbulence. We'll find out what turbulence is and why it needs some of the most powerful computers in the world to study it. We'll discover how puffs of water can terminate turbulence in tubes, and how convection keeps the temperature just right in new buildings. In the news this week, we hear about a potential new super-vaccine for TB, the comet that turned into an asteroid and the prospect of new low-cost gold-free leads for your hi fi. Plus, in Question of the Week, we find out why some people prefer not to be backwards in travelling forwards... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists It's a bumpy ride on this week's Naked Scientists, as we explore the science of turbulence. We'll find out what turbulence is and why it needs some of the most powerful computers in the world to study it. We'll discover how puffs of water can terminate turbulence in tubes, and how convection keeps the temperature just right in new buildings. In the news this week, we hear about a potential new super-vaccine for TB, the comet that turned into an asteroid and the prospect of new low-cost gold-free leads for your hi fi. Plus, in Question of the Week, we find out why some people prefer not to be backwards in travelling forwards... c,naked scientists,kitchen science,turbulence,turbulant flow,fluid dynamics,pipe flow,laminar flow,convection,vaccine,science news,energy efficiency,asteroid, 57:17 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.10.10/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.10.10.m4a Sat, 9 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0000 How do advertisers get inside your head? This week we explore the field of neuromarketing - how a knowledge of your brain and behaviour can help marketers to manipulate your buying habits. We'll find out how the brain choses what stimuli to pay attention to and the neurological basis of why celebrity sells. In the news, the first Census of Marine Life and how researchers have got wind of the fact that men really are sweatier than women. Plus, we hit the shops to investigate how retailers trick you into overfilling your basket! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How do advertisers get inside your head? This week we explore the field of neuromarketing - how a knowledge of your brain and behaviour can help marketers to manipulate your buying habits. We'll find out how the brain choses what stimuli to pay attention to and the neurological basis of why celebrity sells. In the news, the first Census of Marine Life and how researchers have got wind of the fact that men really are sweatier than women. Plus, we hit the shops to investigate how retailers trick you into overfilling your basket! naked scientists,kitchen science,neuromarketing,fmri,scan,marketing,buying,eye movement,subliminal,flash,attention,news,celebrities,supermarket 56:21 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.10.03/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.10.03.m4a Sat, 2 Oct 2010 23:00:00 +0000 Why do you see flashes and patterns when you press your eyeballs? Would an antimatter magnet attract normal matter magnets? What is the hardest human bone to break? We take on your science questions this week, as well as explore the bed of Lake Windermere the gravity hills of Barbados and the first discovered habitable exoplanet. Plus, a flapless aircraft takes flight, how the brain decides which hands to use and why Raman spectroscopy offers a rum deal for anti-drug squads. In Kitchen Science, we find out why spit can form strings of beads... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Why do you see flashes and patterns when you press your eyeballs? Would an antimatter magnet attract normal matter magnets? What is the hardest human bone to break? We take on your science questions this week, as well as explore the bed of Lake Windermere the gravity hills of Barbados and the first discovered habitable exoplanet. Plus, a flapless aircraft takes flight, how the brain decides which hands to use and why Raman spectroscopy offers a rum deal for anti-drug squads. In Kitchen Science, we find out why spit can form strings of beads... naked scientists,kitchen science,science questions,entoptic,hallucination,spectroscopy,cocaine,rum,solar panels,dinosaurs and humans,evolution,spit,stringy spit,magnets,magnetic energy,antimatter,hardest bone,skin colour,evolution of skin colour, 59:57 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.09.26/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.09.26.m4a Sat, 25 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0000 This week we delve deep into the secrets of the brain. We'll find out how MRIs could be used to read your mind, and how they could help unlock what is going on in the brain of a person suffering from delusions or hallucinations. In the news we'll hear that the process of nerve repair could offer clues to cancer spread, and how it was gorillas that originally gave us malaria. Plus in Naked Engineering, Dave and Meera explore the amazing world of superconductors... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we delve deep into the secrets of the brain. We'll find out how MRIs could be used to read your mind, and how they could help unlock what is going on in the brain of a person suffering from delusions or hallucinations. In the news we'll hear that the process of nerve repair could offer clues to cancer spread, and how it was gorillas that originally gave us malaria. Plus in Naked Engineering, Dave and Meera explore the amazing world of superconductors... naked scientists,neuroimaging,nerves, mri, hallucinations, delusions, mind reading, cancer, MS, malaria, superconductivity 01:04:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.09.19/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.09.19.m4a Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:59:46 +0000 We explore the history of Pi, examine rheumatoid arthritis and seek the science of sleep in this roundup of the British Science Festival. In the news, we hear how to read the history of the solar system on the surface of the moon, and discover a development in quantum computing. Plus, we launch Naked Engineering, stripping off the image of dirty overalls to discover how engineers solve real-world problems. Diana asks if olive oil is healthier than butter in our Question of the Week. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We explore the history of Pi, examine rheumatoid arthritis and seek the science of sleep in this roundup of the British Science Festival. In the news, we hear how to read the history of the solar system on the surface of the moon, and discover a development in quantum computing. Plus, we launch Naked Engineering, stripping off the image of dirty overalls to discover how engineers solve real-world problems. Diana asks if olive oil is healthier than butter in our Question of the Week. naked scientists,kitchen science,maths,history of pi,british science association,british science festival,rheumatoid artritis,human-animal hybrids,chimera,science festival,quantum walk,quantum computer,quantum computing,prozac, 58:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.09.12/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.09.12.m4a Sat, 11 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0000 Why are there two high tides a day when there's only one moon? Would a planet made of glass be transparent? Does dreaming about exercise burn more calories? And what would happen to a tankful of fish launched into Earth's orbit? To find out, and to hear how the solar cells of the future can keep themselves clean, how researchers have uncovered a new way to combat cancer and how astronomers have spotted showers of meteors hitting Jupiter, join Drs Chris, Dominic and Dave as they blast off into a new series of the Naked Scientists in pursuit of the ultimate answers to your wildest and wackiest questions... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Why are there two high tides a day when there's only one moon? Would a planet made of glass be transparent? Does dreaming about exercise burn more calories? And what would happen to a tankful of fish launched into Earth's orbit? To find out, and to hear how the solar cells of the future can keep themselves clean, how researchers have uncovered a new way to combat cancer and how astronomers have spotted showers of meteors hitting Jupiter, join Drs Chris, Dominic and Dave as they blast off into a new series of the Naked Scientists in pursuit of the ultimate answers to your wildest and wackiest questions... earth, transparent, planetar, moon, tides, breath, morning breath, rain, smell, RNA, cancer, climate change, solar cells, marine renewable energy, music, emotion, pain control 57:07 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.09.05/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.09.05.m4a Sat, 4 Sep 2010 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we go back down under to explore the latest science from the land of kangaroos, bandicoots and the world's largest radio telescope - the square kilometer array. Chris goes on a tour of the universe from the comfort of the SciTech Planetarium, meets Nobel Prize-winning scientist Barry Marshall and the fluffy marsupials under protection at Project Eden. We find out why Australia is the perfect place to look further in to space than ever before, witness the battles between bee sperm and examine how tempting sharks with the scent of food can change their behaviour. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we go back down under to explore the latest science from the land of kangaroos, bandicoots and the world's largest radio telescope - the square kilometer array. Chris goes on a tour of the universe from the comfort of the SciTech Planetarium, meets Nobel Prize-winning scientist Barry Marshall and the fluffy marsupials under protection at Project Eden. We find out why Australia is the perfect place to look further in to space than ever before, witness the battles between bee sperm and examine how tempting sharks with the scent of food can change their behaviour. c,naked scientists,kitchen science,australia,australian science,shark bay,project eden,native fauna,invasive species,sharks,chumming,SKA,square Kilometer Array,renewable energy,nobel prize,Barry Marshall,h pylori,bee breeding,bee sperm,burley, 58:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.08.22/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.08.22.m4a Sat, 21 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0000 To celebrate the launch of the brand new Naked Oceans podcast, we venture beneath the waves to investigate the impacts of oil spills on the marine environment. We hunt down the hidden world of microbes in the Louisiana wetlands, trace the fingerprint of oil in the open oceans, and discuss the likely fallout from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. We'll also be exploring the effects of a changing climate on marine habitats, finding out what warmer water means for life at the poles and meeting some of Antarctica's unique marine wildlife. Plus, Carl Safina, President of Blue Ocean Institute explains why he would like to be a Bluefin Tuna! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists To celebrate the launch of the brand new Naked Oceans podcast, we venture beneath the waves to investigate the impacts of oil spills on the marine environment. We hunt down the hidden world of microbes in the Louisiana wetlands, trace the fingerprint of oil in the open oceans, and discuss the likely fallout from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. We'll also be exploring the effects of a changing climate on marine habitats, finding out what warmer water means for life at the poles and meeting some of Antarctica's unique marine wildlife. Plus, Carl Safina, President of Blue Ocean Institute explains why he would like to be a Bluefin Tuna! naked scientists,oceans,naked oceans,marine biology,oil spill,ecology,oil pollution,climate change,antarctica,arctic,antarctic,plankton,food web,wetlands,fish,wildlife,deepwater horizon,Sea empress,starfish,limpet,seaweed,coast, 59:02 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.08.15/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.08.15.m4a Sat, 14 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0000 This week, we've got a roundup of recent news and interviews from the Naked Astronomy and Naked Archaeology Podcasts. Digging into Archaeology, Diana O'Carroll will be looking into Bronze Age burial practices, meeting some of our oldest known walking ancestors and finding out how past human migrations are written in our genes. while Looking to the stars, Ben Valsler explores the challenges of building extremely large telescopes, finds out how rubic's cube size satellites can help test new technology and consults a team of experts to answer your questions on dark matter, planets and spacecraft propulsion. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we've got a roundup of recent news and interviews from the Naked Astronomy and Naked Archaeology Podcasts. Digging into Archaeology, Diana O'Carroll will be looking into Bronze Age burial practices, meeting some of our oldest known walking ancestors and finding out how past human migrations are written in our genes. while Looking to the stars, Ben Valsler explores the challenges of building extremely large telescopes, finds out how rubic's cube size satellites can help test new technology and consults a team of experts to answer your questions on dark matter, planets and spacecraft propulsion. naked scientists,naked archaeology,naked astronomy,cubesat,DNA,human migration, cremation,cremains, bronze age cremation,aboriginal,australia,telescope,building telescopes,Australopithecus sediba,homo,human evolution,archaeology and DNA,dark matter,laser, 59:36 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.08.08/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.08.08.m4a Sat, 7 Aug 2010 23:00:00 +0000 The Tour de France is the subject of this week's summer special as we look into the science and engineering of professional road bikes, training the human physique to endure thousands of kilometres on the saddle and eating the right food to keep you on the road. We also go out along some of the stages of the tour, meet a professional sprinter, find out why fans travel thousands of miles to see their cycling heroes in action and meet the doctors, mechanics, and organisers that turn the Tour de France into the well oiled machine that it is! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The Tour de France is the subject of this week's summer special as we look into the science and engineering of professional road bikes, training the human physique to endure thousands of kilometres on the saddle and eating the right food to keep you on the road. We also go out along some of the stages of the tour, meet a professional sprinter, find out why fans travel thousands of miles to see their cycling heroes in action and meet the doctors, mechanics, and organisers that turn the Tour de France into the well oiled machine that it is! cycling, nutrition, carbohydrates, tyler farrar, physiology, exercise, VO2 max, oxygen capacity, endurance, engineering, bikes, Trek, road bike, handlebars, mountains, Alps, stages, aerodynamics, drafting, slipstream, helmets, wheels, protein, fans, pain 59:03 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.08.01/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.08.01.m4a Sat, 31 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0000 In this Special edition of the Naked Scientists, we explore the science of the Glastonbury Festival. We find out what it takes to turn a farm into a city and back every year, and how to keep clean water flowing in, and waste flowing out, for nearly 200,000 revellers. We examine the scientific issues being discussed at the festival by groups like Greenpeace and Water Aid, and ask Baba Brinkman, Paloma Faith, Josie Long and Robin Ince if scientific discussion can find a home at a festival of performing arts. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In this Special edition of the Naked Scientists, we explore the science of the Glastonbury Festival. We find out what it takes to turn a farm into a city and back every year, and how to keep clean water flowing in, and waste flowing out, for nearly 200,000 revellers. We examine the scientific issues being discussed at the festival by groups like Greenpeace and Water Aid, and ask Baba Brinkman, Paloma Faith, Josie Long and Robin Ince if scientific discussion can find a home at a festival of performing arts. naked scientists,Glastonbury festival,music festival,infrastruture,science and music,science and comedy,Paloma Faith,Josie Long,Robin Ince,Baba Brinkman,Glasto,Bella's Bridge,Julie's Bicycle,sustainable music festival, 55:51 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.07.25/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.07.25.m4a Sat, 24 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0000 How do we know that ants count their footsteps? We'll find out in this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show, as well as ask if rubber soles really protect you from electric shocks, if hair will clean itself when you don't, and why a layer of shaving foam stops the mirror from steaming up. Also, the spores that fly on smoke rings, new ways to capture carbon, pain free vaccine patches and the vaginal gel that could block HIV transmission. Plus, Meera investigates vintage computers and in Kitchen Science, Dave discovers how popping candy gets it's pop! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How do we know that ants count their footsteps? We'll find out in this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show, as well as ask if rubber soles really protect you from electric shocks, if hair will clean itself when you don't, and why a layer of shaving foam stops the mirror from steaming up. Also, the spores that fly on smoke rings, new ways to capture carbon, pain free vaccine patches and the vaginal gel that could block HIV transmission. Plus, Meera investigates vintage computers and in Kitchen Science, Dave discovers how popping candy gets it's pop! naked scientists,kitchen science,HIV, AIDS, vaginal gel, microbicide, HIV transmission,sphagnum moss, spores, smoke ring, vortex, mushroom cloud, spore dispersal, vaccine patch, microneedle, painless vaccine,fart power,science questions,shock, 56:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.07.18/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.07.18.m4a Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0000 We go nuclear this week to investigate the future of atomic energy, the issues surrounding nuclear waste management and how a proposed new breed of hybrid fission-fusion reactors might help to boost nuclear fuel efficiency and minimise radioactive waste. Also, following the 65th anniversary of the first nuclear bomb test, we hear how the accidental wilderness created where "the Gadget" was detonated is now a flourishing example of biodiversity. In Kitchen Science we build a home-made radiation-detector and we get to the bottom of why humans kiss. Plus, news of malaria-proof mosquitoes, turning hostile bacteria into safe vaccines and scientific scrutiny of high-heel-induced foot discomfort! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We go nuclear this week to investigate the future of atomic energy, the issues surrounding nuclear waste management and how a proposed new breed of hybrid fission-fusion reactors might help to boost nuclear fuel efficiency and minimise radioactive waste. Also, following the 65th anniversary of the first nuclear bomb test, we hear how the accidental wilderness created where "the Gadget" was detonated is now a flourishing example of biodiversity. In Kitchen Science we build a home-made radiation-detector and we get to the bottom of why humans kiss. Plus, news of malaria-proof mosquitoes, turning hostile bacteria into safe vaccines and scientific scrutiny of high-heel-induced foot discomfort! nuclear, fission, fusion, bomb, test site, waste, repositories, hybrid, reactor, kissing, cloud chamber, radioactivity, neutrons, uranium, plutonium, actinides 58:48 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.07.11/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.07.11.m4a Sat, 10 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0000 The role of lasers in biomedicine goes under the spotlight this week as we explore the workings of photodynamic cancer therapy, find out how laser tweezers can be used to force-feed bugs to white blood cells and hear how a new technique uses laser-powered DNA nanoswitches to spot specific genes. Also, why the proton just got smaller, prompting a reevaluation of some trusted laws of physics, how antidepressants in seawater can make shrimps swim towards danger and a novel mechanism for natural selection - beneficial bacteria! Plus, in Kitchen Science, what the patterns produced by laser light shining through a substance can reveal about its structure. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The role of lasers in biomedicine goes under the spotlight this week as we explore the workings of photodynamic cancer therapy, find out how laser tweezers can be used to force-feed bugs to white blood cells and hear how a new technique uses laser-powered DNA nanoswitches to spot specific genes. Also, why the proton just got smaller, prompting a reevaluation of some trusted laws of physics, how antidepressants in seawater can make shrimps swim towards danger and a novel mechanism for natural selection - beneficial bacteria! Plus, in Kitchen Science, what the patterns produced by laser light shining through a substance can reveal about its structure. naked scientists,kitchen science,laser,laser therapies,photodynamic therapy,photochemical internalisation,science news,evolution,symbiotic,endosymbiont,laser tweezers,pathogen interaction,diffration pattern,new world development, 57:42 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.07.04/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.07.04.m4a Sat, 3 Jul 2010 23:00:00 +0000 We explore the explosive science of volcanoes this week! We find out what you can learn from drilling into a restless volcano, how gravity is used to "weigh" volcanoes and watch them fill with magma, and we explore the theories behind volcano formation. Plus, we hear about the genes that could mean you'll live to be 100, fossil evidence of the earliest multi-cellular organism and the signs that Sabre-toothed tigers packed a mighty punch, as well as a big bite. In Kitchen Science, we get messy with a cola and wallpaper paste eruption! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We explore the explosive science of volcanoes this week! We find out what you can learn from drilling into a restless volcano, how gravity is used to "weigh" volcanoes and watch them fill with magma, and we explore the theories behind volcano formation. Plus, we hear about the genes that could mean you'll live to be 100, fossil evidence of the earliest multi-cellular organism and the signs that Sabre-toothed tigers packed a mighty punch, as well as a big bite. In Kitchen Science, we get messy with a cola and wallpaper paste eruption! naked scientists,kitchen science,volcano,volcanoes,volcanic,caldera,melanoma,cola eruption,coke lava,drilling into a volcano,restless caldera,volcano forecasts,volcano formation,geology,tectonics,lithosphere,asthenosphere,lava,magma,sabre tooth, 01:06:13 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.06.27/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.06.27.m4a Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:21:56 +0000 Why do we have eyebrows? Can we taste food if we can't smell it? What's a cold sore? This week, we take on your science questions, as well as explore the world of social gaming, and find out how much it costs to fly an England flag from your car. We'll be asking if altitude affects how a football flies, if a large enough fan could propel a spacecraft and how spiders spin webs from one tree to the next. Plus, why size matters in bird beaks, how plant roots cope with competition and building lungs in the lab! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Why do we have eyebrows? Can we taste food if we can't smell it? What's a cold sore? This week, we take on your science questions, as well as explore the world of social gaming, and find out how much it costs to fly an England flag from your car. We'll be asking if altitude affects how a football flies, if a large enough fan could propel a spacecraft and how spiders spin webs from one tree to the next. Plus, why size matters in bird beaks, how plant roots cope with competition and building lungs in the lab! naked scientists,kitchen science, science questions,science radio, spacecraft, football, altitude, world cup, social gaming, england flag, science news, artificial lung, spider, web, eyebrow,fizzy drink, brain cross over, right brain, 58:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.06.20/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.06.20.m4a Sat, 19 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0000 Seriously small structures are the focus of this week's Naked Scientists, as we look at nanostructures and their role in future energy technologies. We'll find out how nanostructures could enable us to safely store and quickly access hydrogen fuel, and to get the best from our batteries. Also, catching swine flu in the act of mutating, why females are more likely to suffer the effects of stress and weaving bomb proof curtains that expand when they're stretched. Plus, in kitchen science, we find out why soap bubbles create such beautiful colours. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Seriously small structures are the focus of this week's Naked Scientists, as we look at nanostructures and their role in future energy technologies. We'll find out how nanostructures could enable us to safely store and quickly access hydrogen fuel, and to get the best from our batteries. Also, catching swine flu in the act of mutating, why females are more likely to suffer the effects of stress and weaving bomb proof curtains that expand when they're stretched. Plus, in kitchen science, we find out why soap bubbles create such beautiful colours. naked scientists,kitchen science, nanostructure, nanotechnology, hydrogen, nano, batteries, lithium,exploding batteries,ice formation, science news, bubble films, structural colour, hydrogen power, electric cars, steam engines, 01:00:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.06.13/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.06.13.m4a Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:48:39 +0000 We celebrate 50 years of Lasers on the Naked Scientists this week, by looking into the history, and future, of laser science. We'll hear how lasers have revolutionised manufacturing and could be the answer to our clean energy concerns. Also, how lasers make the most accurate measurements for high precision industries, and how laser tweezers can be used to manipulate things smaller than a red blood cell, and make tiny tools. In Kitchen Science, Dave launches his bid for world domination by building a home-made laser! Plus, how sharks sniff out a snack, the technology that keeps world cup matches safe and accessible, and how the Deepwater Horizon oil spill will affect Louisiana's wetlands. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We celebrate 50 years of Lasers on the Naked Scientists this week, by looking into the history, and future, of laser science. We'll hear how lasers have revolutionised manufacturing and could be the answer to our clean energy concerns. Also, how lasers make the most accurate measurements for high precision industries, and how laser tweezers can be used to manipulate things smaller than a red blood cell, and make tiny tools. In Kitchen Science, Dave launches his bid for world domination by building a home-made laser! Plus, how sharks sniff out a snack, the technology that keeps world cup matches safe and accessible, and how the Deepwater Horizon oil spill will affect Louisiana's wetlands. naked scientists,kitchen science,lasers,build your own laser,holographic assembler, history of lasers,metrology,laser measurement,science news,laser tweezers,Feynman's dream,sharks,concentration gradient,telomerase,world cup technology,football, 56:17 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.06.06/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.06.06.m4a Sat, 5 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0000 The science of social species goes under the microscope this week. We hear what radio-tagging individual ants is revealing about the way they organise their nests to decide who goes hunting and who stays at home. Meera explores the growth of urban apiculture, including why city-made honey tastes superior to its countryside equivalent, we find out how bees encountering hostility use a stop signal to deter their fellow foragers from befalling the same fate, and in Kitchen Science we explore the physics of flight to see how bees stay airborne. Plus why not cleaning your teeth could cause a heart attack, how early humans eschewed vegetarianism, mongooses that teach each other nut-cracking tricks and how to give a reef a coral transplant! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The science of social species goes under the microscope this week. We hear what radio-tagging individual ants is revealing about the way they organise their nests to decide who goes hunting and who stays at home. Meera explores the growth of urban apiculture, including why city-made honey tastes superior to its countryside equivalent, we find out how bees encountering hostility use a stop signal to deter their fellow foragers from befalling the same fate, and in Kitchen Science we explore the physics of flight to see how bees stay airborne. Plus why not cleaning your teeth could cause a heart attack, how early humans eschewed vegetarianism, mongooses that teach each other nut-cracking tricks and how to give a reef a coral transplant! naked scientists,kitchen science,science radio,social insects,bees,beehive,honey,urban beekeeping,urban apiculture,ants,tracking ants,ant colony,how do colonies organise themselves?,bee communication,stop signal,waggledance,how can bees fly?. 01:07:40 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.05.30/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.05.30.m4a Sat, 29 May 2010 23:00:00 +0000 In this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show, we find out if bacteria will grow on a bar of soap, why bird poo is white and whether or not a moon can have its own moon. Also, do sweeteners alter your metabolism and can we re-stock the oceans with farmed fish? Plus, we explore the oily threat to Bluefin Tuna, a newly discovered way that blood vessels in the brain clear a blockage, how channels on Mars reveal secrets about the Martian climate, and why shape is essential for H. plyori - a gut bug associated with ulcers and cancer. In Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave recreate a classic experiment to show that flames are hollow! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show, we find out if bacteria will grow on a bar of soap, why bird poo is white and whether or not a moon can have its own moon. Also, do sweeteners alter your metabolism and can we re-stock the oceans with farmed fish? Plus, we explore the oily threat to Bluefin Tuna, a newly discovered way that blood vessels in the brain clear a blockage, how channels on Mars reveal secrets about the Martian climate, and why shape is essential for H. plyori - a gut bug associated with ulcers and cancer. In Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave recreate a classic experiment to show that flames are hollow! naked scientists,kitchen science,science q&a,bird poo,moons,sweeteners,sugar puffs,aliens,science questions,RHS,science at the chelsea flower show,biodiversity,bees,carnivorous plants,handwash,soap bacteria, 57:59 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.05.22/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.05.23.m4a Sat, 22 May 2010 22:00:00 +0000 Cancers you can catch go under the Naked Scientists microscope this week. We find out how a transmissible facial tumour is devastating devil populations in Tasmania and also hear how the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) causes cancer. Also, Meera looks into the science of cervical screening, and Ben and Dave reveal how carrots can help us to spot cancer cells. Plus, biofuel hope from the burning bush plant, the battle between Staphylococcus species, and the introduction of Synthia - the first microbe with a genuinely synthetic genome. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Cancers you can catch go under the Naked Scientists microscope this week. We find out how a transmissible facial tumour is devastating devil populations in Tasmania and also hear how the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) causes cancer. Also, Meera looks into the science of cervical screening, and Ben and Dave reveal how carrots can help us to spot cancer cells. Plus, biofuel hope from the burning bush plant, the battle between Staphylococcus species, and the introduction of Synthia - the first microbe with a genuinely synthetic genome. naked scientists,kitchen science, transmissible tumors, cancer, catching cancer, tasmanian devil, DFTD, Devil Facial Tumour Disease, HPV, Human Papilloma Virus, HPV and cancer, HPV Vaccine, cancer vaccine, cervical smear,cervical cancer, 56:23 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.05.16/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.05.16.m4a Sat, 15 May 2010 23:00:00 +0000 We explore synthetic biology in this Naked Scientists Show, finding out how to learn from, and improve on, the structures and systems we find in nature. We'll meet the team of students who designed a biological sensor to win the international genetically engineered machine competition, or iGEM, and find out how to build bespoke proteins. In Kitchen Science, we feed an egg to some enzymes to find out how biological washing powder works. Plus, what the brain does when it sees a familiar face, genetically modified crops boost resistant bug numbers, how to create hair cells, essential for hearing, in the lab and how Tibetans living the high life have different genes to their lowland neighbours! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We explore synthetic biology in this Naked Scientists Show, finding out how to learn from, and improve on, the structures and systems we find in nature. We'll meet the team of students who designed a biological sensor to win the international genetically engineered machine competition, or iGEM, and find out how to build bespoke proteins. In Kitchen Science, we feed an egg to some enzymes to find out how biological washing powder works. Plus, what the brain does when it sees a familiar face, genetically modified crops boost resistant bug numbers, how to create hair cells, essential for hearing, in the lab and how Tibetans living the high life have different genes to their lowland neighbours! naked scientists,kitchen science,synthetic biology,bespoke proteins,iGEM,genetic engineering,international genetically engineered machine,biobricks,enzymes,biological washing powder,bio washing powder,using biology,biological engineering 01:02:13 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.05.09/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.05.09.m4a Sat, 8 May 2010 23:00:00 +0000 Is there a cure for spots? Why do we cry? Does alcohol really kill brain cells? It's a Question and Answer Extravaganza on this week's Naked Scientists! We find out what makes a Chameleon change colour, why birds fly into windows and how a hair can change colour along it's length. Also, witnessing the birth of stars, the Neanderthal genome and how washing your hands can change the way you think. Plus, Meera dabbles with green gadgets and smell-free toilets in the home of the future, and Dave shows you how to build a hovercraft in Kitchen Science. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Is there a cure for spots? Why do we cry? Does alcohol really kill brain cells? It's a Question and Answer Extravaganza on this week's Naked Scientists! We find out what makes a Chameleon change colour, why birds fly into windows and how a hair can change colour along it's length. Also, witnessing the birth of stars, the Neanderthal genome and how washing your hands can change the way you think. Plus, Meera dabbles with green gadgets and smell-free toilets in the home of the future, and Dave shows you how to build a hovercraft in Kitchen Science. stars,naked scientists,kitchen science,spots,acne,cure for spots,crocodile evolution,Herschel,hair colour,going grey,triple negative breast cancer,why do birds fly into windows?,science questions,hovercraft,Grand Designs Live,Kevin McCloud,green gadgets, 56:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.05.02/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.05.02.m4a Sat, 1 May 2010 23:00:00 +0000 Where in the world am I? We're looking at the science of the Global Positioning System, or GPS, this week. We find out how satellites can tell you your location, as well as communicate with the bossy little box that tells you which way to drive. We discover the potential for "spoofing" GPS with a false location, and how this might be the future of cyber-terrorism as well as explore the cosmic reference frame that the satellites themselves rely on. In Kitchen Science, we get back to basics and locate ourselves using a map and compass! Plus, the first amphibian genome helps to fill the vertebrate family tree, we meet the colourful fish that shine a light on evolution and find out how a technique developed to study eye disease can help find art forgeries. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Where in the world am I? We're looking at the science of the Global Positioning System, or GPS, this week. We find out how satellites can tell you your location, as well as communicate with the bossy little box that tells you which way to drive. We discover the potential for "spoofing" GPS with a false location, and how this might be the future of cyber-terrorism as well as explore the cosmic reference frame that the satellites themselves rely on. In Kitchen Science, we get back to basics and locate ourselves using a map and compass! Plus, the first amphibian genome helps to fill the vertebrate family tree, we meet the colourful fish that shine a light on evolution and find out how a technique developed to study eye disease can help find art forgeries. naked scientists,kitchen science,satellite,celestial reference system,gps,Global positioning system,sat nav, satelite navigation,how does GPS work?,triangulation,map reading,geocaching,orienteering,frog genome,amphibian genome,forgery,spoofing GPS,fraud, 55:20 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.04.24/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.04.25.m4a Sun, 25 Apr 2010 22:00:00 +0000 We explore the marriage of archaeology and genetics in this week's Naked Scientists, finding out how modern genetic techniques are helping to reveal more about our past. We ask what archaeogenetics can tell us about human origins and migration as well as the diseases that evolved alongside us. We explore the genome of a 4000 year old man, which tells us he had dry earwax! Also, new data that could help to predict the Asian monsoon, why dreams help you to remember and how it feels to be a pill - after you've been swallowed. Plus, why many of us might have a little bit of Neanderthal in our genes! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We explore the marriage of archaeology and genetics in this week's Naked Scientists, finding out how modern genetic techniques are helping to reveal more about our past. We ask what archaeogenetics can tell us about human origins and migration as well as the diseases that evolved alongside us. We explore the genome of a 4000 year old man, which tells us he had dry earwax! Also, new data that could help to predict the Asian monsoon, why dreams help you to remember and how it feels to be a pill - after you've been swallowed. Plus, why many of us might have a little bit of Neanderthal in our genes! naked scientists,kitchen science,archaeogenetics,silver,sterile water,archaeology,Inuk,Jeffrey Long Inuk,human evolution, human migration,out of africa,neanderthal,human genetics,stem cells,asian monsoon prediction,science news,carbon dating,science, 01:00:07 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.04.18/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.04.18.m4a Sat, 17 Apr 2010 23:00:00 +0000 We bring you the highlights from the Royal Astronomical Society's National Astronomy Meeting. We discover the top priorities for the next generation of space exploration, find out what the echoes of the big bang can tell us about the birth of the universe and explore gravitational waves - ripples in the very fabric of space and time. Plus, the importance of understanding the Sun, predicting the weather in space and the biochemical options for alien life. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We bring you the highlights from the Royal Astronomical Society's National Astronomy Meeting. We discover the top priorities for the next generation of space exploration, find out what the echoes of the big bang can tell us about the birth of the universe and explore gravitational waves - ripples in the very fabric of space and time. Plus, the importance of understanding the Sun, predicting the weather in space and the biochemical options for alien life. naked scientists,kitchen science,astronomy,national astronomy meeting,RASNAM2010,NAM2010, 54:15 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.04.11/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.04.11.m4a Sun, 11 Apr 2010 16:29:00 +0000 We take on your science questions - If there's something that's been puzzling you, on any scientific topic - get them in now! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We take on your science questions - If there's something that's been puzzling you, on any scientific topic - get them in now! volcano, homo, sushi, bacteria, light, microwave, venus, spider, bruise, siphon, vacuum, battery, fossils, conjoined twins 54:36 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.03.28/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.03.28.m4a Sun, 28 Mar 2010 16:59:00 +0000 Can you steer a hurricane? In this week's weather-focused Naked Scientists, we find out how aeroplanes are creating clouds, get the low-down on how insurance companies size up storm risks and hear how a hurricane works and whether it's possible to control its course. Also, news of how the Asian monsoon sends pollutants skyward, the world's smallest desalination system, why swine flu spared the older generation and where your coronary arteries came from. Plus, in a weather-related Kitchen Science, we explore the workings of a rainbow. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Can you steer a hurricane? In this week's weather-focused Naked Scientists, we find out how aeroplanes are creating clouds, get the low-down on how insurance companies size up storm risks and hear how a hurricane works and whether it's possible to control its course. Also, news of how the Asian monsoon sends pollutants skyward, the world's smallest desalination system, why swine flu spared the older generation and where your coronary arteries came from. Plus, in a weather-related Kitchen Science, we explore the workings of a rainbow. naked scientists,kitchen science,weather,rainbow,controlling a hurricane,storm,monsoon,pollution,stratosphere,troposphere,HCN,abalone,desalination,contrails,cloud formation,contrails form clouds,contrails and cooling,atmospheric chemistry,insurance, 55:36 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.03.21/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.03.21.m4a Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:35:13 +0000 We dig into the science of farming this week with a look at how agriculture can adapt to a changing climate, how scientists are striving to produce a perfect pea and a new initiative to turn native African fruit trees into the next commercial blockbusters. In Kitchen Science we use chromatography to reveal the colours concealed in chlorophyll, and in this week's news round-up, a new way to finger criminals using the trail of bacteria they leave behind, combating cancer with synthetic lethality, and how scientists have turned mosquitoes into flying vaccinators... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We dig into the science of farming this week with a look at how agriculture can adapt to a changing climate, how scientists are striving to produce a perfect pea and a new initiative to turn native African fruit trees into the next commercial blockbusters. In Kitchen Science we use chromatography to reveal the colours concealed in chlorophyll, and in this week's news round-up, a new way to finger criminals using the trail of bacteria they leave behind, combating cancer with synthetic lethality, and how scientists have turned mosquitoes into flying vaccinators... naked scientists,kitchen science,farming,agriculture,climate change,crops,food,food production,farm,farms,farmer,effect of climate change,domestication,fruit crops,african fruit,nitrogen fixation,peas,fertilizer,growing peas,cancer,genetics, 01:00:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.03.14/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.03.14.m4a Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:31:04 +0000 How do odour-killing insoles stamp on smelly feet? Do submariners' ears pop? How do Portuguese Man o'War jellyfish reproduce? We take on your science questions this week as well as hearing the highlights from the Cambridge Science Festival and making a tornado from flames. Plus, news of octopuses having high definition temper tantrums, why some people are genetically wired to feel more pain, eyeless scorpions that have evolved their way out of a blind alley and how scientists can see what's going in your mind's eye...! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How do odour-killing insoles stamp on smelly feet? Do submariners' ears pop? How do Portuguese Man o'War jellyfish reproduce? We take on your science questions this week as well as hearing the highlights from the Cambridge Science Festival and making a tornado from flames. Plus, news of octopuses having high definition temper tantrums, why some people are genetically wired to feel more pain, eyeless scorpions that have evolved their way out of a blind alley and how scientists can see what's going in your mind's eye...! naked scientists,kitchen science,science question,odour eaters, odor eaters, insoles, jellyfish,overfishing,pain perception,lobster,mind reading device, 54:17 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.03.07/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.03.07.m4a Mon, 8 Mar 2010 17:02:04 +0000 Shedding some light on new advances in solar technology, this week's Naked Scientists explores how nanotechnology can boost solar cell efficiency and how flexible photovoltaics can be rolled up - and rolled out - to help power military operations. In Kitchen Science we reveal how to make your very own solar cell from some old electronics, and in this week's news, the gene combination that's perfect for tuberculosis, the methane time-bomb ticking off the Siberian coast, the first human writing and how doctors are knocking migraines on the head with a magnet. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Shedding some light on new advances in solar technology, this week's Naked Scientists explores how nanotechnology can boost solar cell efficiency and how flexible photovoltaics can be rolled up - and rolled out - to help power military operations. In Kitchen Science we reveal how to make your very own solar cell from some old electronics, and in this week's news, the gene combination that's perfect for tuberculosis, the methane time-bomb ticking off the Siberian coast, the first human writing and how doctors are knocking migraines on the head with a magnet. naked scientists,kitchen science,solar power,photovoltaics,sustainable energy,nanotechnology,methane,flexible solar cells,PowerFilm Solar,diode,tb,tuberculosis,migraine, 59:09 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.02.28/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.02.28.m4a Mon, 1 Mar 2010 18:03:36 +0000 We dive into the science of water security in this week's Naked Scientists. We find out how building a dam alters the local weather, and how simple interventions can help bring safe water and sanitation to the millions that still need it. We find out how new groups set up in Africa and Europe are bringing researchers together to help us use water more efficiently in an ever changing world, and discover the leak-stopping technology that really does hold water. Plus, the secret messages that fish send in ultra-violet and a genetic trick to stop Dengue getting off the ground. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We dive into the science of water security in this week's Naked Scientists. We find out how building a dam alters the local weather, and how simple interventions can help bring safe water and sanitation to the millions that still need it. We find out how new groups set up in Africa and Europe are bringing researchers together to help us use water more efficiently in an ever changing world, and discover the leak-stopping technology that really does hold water. Plus, the secret messages that fish send in ultra-violet and a genetic trick to stop Dengue getting off the ground. naked scientists,kitchen science,water security,water,dam,weather,climate change,land use change,flood,drought,groundwater,shark,mosquito,dengue,genetic modification,GM,I2O,NEPAD,WATCH,water in Africa,African Nations,irrigation,reservoir,wet t shirt, 01:02:02 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.02.21/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.02.21.m4a Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:13:45 +0000 How can we make the most of the wind? In this week's Naked Scientists, we find out how Humpback whales have inspired a new, more efficient design for turbine blades and stall-resistant aeroplane wings and how an inflatable wind generator flies like a kite to extract energy from high altitude winds anywhere in the world. We also hear how a specially-designed wind generator has helped Antarctic-based scientists save 30 thousand litres of diesel. Plus, a simple programme to cut child deaths in the developing world by 30 percent, a new technique for keeping tabs on tumours and a sugar-based solution for keeping virus vaccines fresh without fridges... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How can we make the most of the wind? In this week's Naked Scientists, we find out how Humpback whales have inspired a new, more efficient design for turbine blades and stall-resistant aeroplane wings and how an inflatable wind generator flies like a kite to extract energy from high altitude winds anywhere in the world. We also hear how a specially-designed wind generator has helped Antarctic-based scientists save 30 thousand litres of diesel. Plus, a simple programme to cut child deaths in the developing world by 30 percent, a new technique for keeping tabs on tumours and a sugar-based solution for keeping virus vaccines fresh without fridges... turbine blades,altitude,naked scientists,kitchen science,wind power, wind turbine, sustainable energy,renewable,antarctica,antarctic research,cancer genes,malaria vaccine,transporting vaccines,sugar glass,convection,science demonstration,wind experiment, 59:10 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.02.14/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.02.14.m4a Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:28:05 +0000 We investigate the toilet habits of the animal kingdom this week as well as taking a pot shot at which way a dirty golf ball swings in mid air, answering whether warmer waters attract more sharks and if there's a genetic basis to intelligence. We also get an update on what geologists studying the recent earthquake in Haiti are learning from information beamed back from space, and how a new tech-driven initiative called Crisis Camps is helping to streamline aid efforts after a catastrophe. Plus, laser-sensitive nanoparticles that can help to identify tumours, the genome of a 4000 year old man and whether elephants can run... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We investigate the toilet habits of the animal kingdom this week as well as taking a pot shot at which way a dirty golf ball swings in mid air, answering whether warmer waters attract more sharks and if there's a genetic basis to intelligence. We also get an update on what geologists studying the recent earthquake in Haiti are learning from information beamed back from space, and how a new tech-driven initiative called Crisis Camps is helping to streamline aid efforts after a catastrophe. Plus, laser-sensitive nanoparticles that can help to identify tumours, the genome of a 4000 year old man and whether elephants can run... naked scientists,kitchen science,science questions,toilet paper,skin colour,black hole,elephant,shark,batteries,golf, 59:31 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.02.07/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.02.07.m4a Mon, 8 Feb 2010 15:26:51 +0000 Could plastics be polluting your body? This week, we hear how hormone-mimicking chemicals leaching from plastics can cause coronaries, strokes and diabetes. Even the plastic mineral water bottle isn't safe - snails grown in them produce more offspring. Also, how oestrogen in lakes can feminize fish and cause their populations to plummet, Meera takes a trip to the sewage works to see how we clean up our act and, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave play with mud to find out how a water filter works. Plus, the hot news this week: how sperm get turned on, recreating colourful dinosaurs and understanding how mosquitoes smell the world. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Could plastics be polluting your body? This week, we hear how hormone-mimicking chemicals leaching from plastics can cause coronaries, strokes and diabetes. Even the plastic mineral water bottle isn't safe - snails grown in them produce more offspring. Also, how oestrogen in lakes can feminize fish and cause their populations to plummet, Meera takes a trip to the sewage works to see how we clean up our act and, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave play with mud to find out how a water filter works. Plus, the hot news this week: how sperm get turned on, recreating colourful dinosaurs and understanding how mosquitoes smell the world. naked scientists,kitchen science,pollution,plastics,oestrogen,estrogen,hormones in water,fat head minnow,mineral water,is mineral water healthy?,mud snail,reproduction,sewage,sewage works,effluent,sand filter,clean water,plastic chemicals, 01:00:57 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.01.31/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.01.31.m4a Mon, 1 Feb 2010 16:23:05 +0000 The high-tech scanners that can home in on chemicals produced by cancers, how bats and dolphins share genes for echolocation and why barefoot runners have a smoother track record. Also this week, augment your reality: find out how new technologies can add extra information to the way you see the world by making a mobile phone into a virtual tour guide or even a pocket mechanic! Plus, how virtual reality worlds are helping to rehabilitate stroke victims, and, in a theatrical twist, for Kitchen Science Dave discovers the workings of a baffling stage illusion... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The high-tech scanners that can home in on chemicals produced by cancers, how bats and dolphins share genes for echolocation and why barefoot runners have a smoother track record. Also this week, augment your reality: find out how new technologies can add extra information to the way you see the world by making a mobile phone into a virtual tour guide or even a pocket mechanic! Plus, how virtual reality worlds are helping to rehabilitate stroke victims, and, in a theatrical twist, for Kitchen Science Dave discovers the workings of a baffling stage illusion... naked scientists,kitchen science,augmented reality,virtual reality, nerve degradation, nerve damage, barefoot running, international space station, peppers ghost, illusion,heads up display, 01:00:15 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.01.24/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.01.24.m4a Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:44:37 +0000 On this explosive Naked Scientists, explore the science of explosions, looking at what happens when a landmine explodes and how to study shockwaves. Plus, how to make safer 'insensitive' munitions, and the 'ecology' of insurgency. Plus, how infected cells accelerate the infection rate, why your memories are stored in a grid and in Kitchen Science we show you how to do a controlled explosion in your own home! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this explosive Naked Scientists, explore the science of explosions, looking at what happens when a landmine explodes and how to study shockwaves. Plus, how to make safer 'insensitive' munitions, and the 'ecology' of insurgency. Plus, how infected cells accelerate the infection rate, why your memories are stored in a grid and in Kitchen Science we show you how to do a controlled explosion in your own home! naked scientists,kitchen science,explosives,explosion,shockwave,science experiment,bang,bomb,insurgent,science of terrorism, 01:06:28 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.01.17/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.01.17.m4a Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:13:19 +0000 Can sea water keep roads frost-free? Why does the LHC need to be so cold? How does antifreeze work and what's the freezing point of beer? This week we run the risk of frostbite to tackle the coolest science questions as well as warming up in the hot tub to hear what household appliances devour the most power! We also find out how researchers are growing stem cells from umbilical cord blood, the scientific reason why a needle is so hard to find in a haystack, and how the smell of a fertile woman boosts a man's testosterone. Plus, do people really look like their pets? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Can sea water keep roads frost-free? Why does the LHC need to be so cold? How does antifreeze work and what's the freezing point of beer? This week we run the risk of frostbite to tackle the coolest science questions as well as warming up in the hot tub to hear what household appliances devour the most power! We also find out how researchers are growing stem cells from umbilical cord blood, the scientific reason why a needle is so hard to find in a haystack, and how the smell of a fertile woman boosts a man's testosterone. Plus, do people really look like their pets? naked scientists,kitchen science,ice,sea water, deicer,stem cells,fertility,testosterone,electricty,hot tub efficiency,cord blood,pets,do people look like their pets,science questions 59:36 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.01.10/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.01.10.m4a Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:23:54 +0000 We open our ears to the science of sound and hearing this week with a look at the genetic causes of deafness and how a deaf person's brain decodes sign language. We also hear how auditory illusions can fool you into hearing things that aren't there and meet a sound simulation system that can improve the clarity of railway station announcements and recreate the "cocktail party effect" to help build better hearing aids. Plus, we find out why light makes migraines more painful, how cleaner fish keep each other in check and, in Kitchen Science, Dave swaps Ben's ears around... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We open our ears to the science of sound and hearing this week with a look at the genetic causes of deafness and how a deaf person's brain decodes sign language. We also hear how auditory illusions can fool you into hearing things that aren't there and meet a sound simulation system that can improve the clarity of railway station announcements and recreate the "cocktail party effect" to help build better hearing aids. Plus, we find out why light makes migraines more painful, how cleaner fish keep each other in check and, in Kitchen Science, Dave swaps Ben's ears around... naked scientists,kitchen science 52:41 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2010.01.05/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.01.05.m4a Tue, 5 Jan 2010 16:50:18 +0000 Thrusting space science into the audio dimension, this week the Naked Scientists unveil a new series for 2010 - Naked Astronomy. Hosted by Ben Valsler together with Cambridge space scientists Carolin Crawford, Andrew Pontzen, Dominic Ford and a host of other cosmologically-gifted contributors, this new monthly programme brings the Universe to your ears. Further episodes of the show are available at nakedscientists.com/astronomy - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Thrusting space science into the audio dimension, this week the Naked Scientists unveil a new series for 2010 - Naked Astronomy. Hosted by Ben Valsler together with Cambridge space scientists Carolin Crawford, Andrew Pontzen, Dominic Ford and a host of other cosmologically-gifted contributors, this new monthly programme brings the Universe to your ears. Further episodes of the show are available at nakedscientists.com/astronomy naked scientists,kitchen science 55:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.12.20/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.12.20.m4a Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:55:06 +0000 In a festive mood, this week the Naked Scientists meet their meat and dissect Christmas Dinner, but not with a carving knife! We also hear how scientists are able to re-create the acoustics of long-gone churches and cathedrals to appreciate how ancient musical compositions and carols would have sounded to an assembled congregation. Plus we also come face to face with a submarine volcano, dip into the story of a planet formed exclusively from water and find out why the skull is impervious to the effects of osteoporosis... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In a festive mood, this week the Naked Scientists meet their meat and dissect Christmas Dinner, but not with a carving knife! We also hear how scientists are able to re-create the acoustics of long-gone churches and cathedrals to appreciate how ancient musical compositions and carols would have sounded to an assembled congregation. Plus we also come face to face with a submarine volcano, dip into the story of a planet formed exclusively from water and find out why the skull is impervious to the effects of osteoporosis... naked scientists,kitchen science 56:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.12.13/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.12.13.m4a Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:23:04 +0000 Where did the 2009 H1N1 swine influenza pandemic come from? This week we hear the evidence that this new 'flu may have escaped from a laboratory. We also explore rising rates of resistance to the antiviral drug Tamiflu, hear how 'flu vaccines are made and a mutant 'flu strain developed by scientists to protect the population. Plus, why soy cuts cancer recurrence rates, how a case of mistaken identity spells trouble for endangered fish, a computer model for unclogging coronary arteries and in Kitchen Science Ben and Dave measure the speed of a sneeze... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Where did the 2009 H1N1 swine influenza pandemic come from? This week we hear the evidence that this new 'flu may have escaped from a laboratory. We also explore rising rates of resistance to the antiviral drug Tamiflu, hear how 'flu vaccines are made and a mutant 'flu strain developed by scientists to protect the population. Plus, why soy cuts cancer recurrence rates, how a case of mistaken identity spells trouble for endangered fish, a computer model for unclogging coronary arteries and in Kitchen Science Ben and Dave measure the speed of a sneeze... naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:16 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.12.06/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.12.06.m4a Mon, 7 Dec 2009 17:10:01 +0000 Join us to explore the virus behind Hepatitis C. We'lle be investigating the causes, prevention and treatment of this often masked but serious disease. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Join us to explore the virus behind Hepatitis C. We'lle be investigating the causes, prevention and treatment of this often masked but serious disease. naked scientists,kitchen science 01:06:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.11.29/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.11.29.m4a Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:20:22 +0000 How wide is the universe? What makes steak tough? Why does beetroot give me red urine? These tricky questions get stripped down in this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show. We'll be hearing about the camouflaged plant that doesn't need the Sun, a power plant that relies on osmosis and how the feeling of breath on your skin helps you to work out what sounds you're hearing. Also, in Kitchen Science, we use straws and a cup of water to show you how airbrushes and carburettors work! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How wide is the universe? What makes steak tough? Why does beetroot give me red urine? These tricky questions get stripped down in this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show. We'll be hearing about the camouflaged plant that doesn't need the Sun, a power plant that relies on osmosis and how the feeling of breath on your skin helps you to work out what sounds you're hearing. Also, in Kitchen Science, we use straws and a cup of water to show you how airbrushes and carburettors work! naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:14 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.11.22/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/The_Naked_Scientists_Show_09.11.22.m4a Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:39:04 +0000 This week, we head down under to explore the latest Australasian science - we'll discover the new, state-of-the-art facility where high-tech lasers and cameras breed the best plants; explore a new remedy for wine ruined by bush fires and find out why grapes killing themselves is the tip to a wonderful tipple. We also reveal, two new bowel-bugs that cause gastroenteritis and why porridge is good for your guts. Plus, we investigate the best temperatures for serving wine, in Question of the Week! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we head down under to explore the latest Australasian science - we'll discover the new, state-of-the-art facility where high-tech lasers and cameras breed the best plants; explore a new remedy for wine ruined by bush fires and find out why grapes killing themselves is the tip to a wonderful tipple. We also reveal, two new bowel-bugs that cause gastroenteritis and why porridge is good for your guts. Plus, we investigate the best temperatures for serving wine, in Question of the Week! grapes,temperature,naked scientists,kitchen science 57:48 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.11.15/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.11.15.m4a Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:56:08 +0000 On this week's Naked Scientists, we seek the start of the solar system. We'll be finding out how clouds of gas and dust can clump and diversify to become stars, asteroids and the planets we know so well. Plus, we find out what happens to sculpt the surface of planets, and how the Rosetta mission will be the first craft to land on a comet! Also,how the smell of old books can help to preserve them, deleting old memories to make room for new ones and the frightening rate of Greenland ice loss. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave explain how margarine and meteorites tell us about Earth's origins! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this week's Naked Scientists, we seek the start of the solar system. We'll be finding out how clouds of gas and dust can clump and diversify to become stars, asteroids and the planets we know so well. Plus, we find out what happens to sculpt the surface of planets, and how the Rosetta mission will be the first craft to land on a comet! Also,how the smell of old books can help to preserve them, deleting old memories to make room for new ones and the frightening rate of Greenland ice loss. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave explain how margarine and meteorites tell us about Earth's origins! naked scientists,kitchen science 01:04:09 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.11.08/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.11.08.m4a Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:40:30 +0000 This week, we investigate infertility and In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF). We find out how a new high resolution temperature monitor conceived in Cambridge can help couples get pregnant, and explore new ways to improve the success of fertility treatment. Plus, a new extra-fast and super-cheap way to sequence the human genome, the science of eating slowly, and fish dining out at the Shark Cafe. Also, we find out how newborns cry with an accent and examine the inner workings of an egg... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we investigate infertility and In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF). We find out how a new high resolution temperature monitor conceived in Cambridge can help couples get pregnant, and explore new ways to improve the success of fertility treatment. Plus, a new extra-fast and super-cheap way to sequence the human genome, the science of eating slowly, and fish dining out at the Shark Cafe. Also, we find out how newborns cry with an accent and examine the inner workings of an egg... naked scientists,kitchen science 01:05:35 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.11.01/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.11.01.m4a Tue, 3 Nov 2009 18:30:53 +0000 The most distant object ever discovered as well as the events of National Pathology week feature in this week's show as we take on your science questions! We investigate whysocks go missing in the wash, whether light from the sun is a continuous beam and whether numerous vaccines can be given together in one dose. We also find out how higher heels make for a better runner and reveal the world's fastest camera. Plus, we find out why we get a better signal when holding an aerial and show you how to make a helicopter using card and pencils! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The most distant object ever discovered as well as the events of National Pathology week feature in this week's show as we take on your science questions! We investigate whysocks go missing in the wash, whether light from the sun is a continuous beam and whether numerous vaccines can be given together in one dose. We also find out how higher heels make for a better runner and reveal the world's fastest camera. Plus, we find out why we get a better signal when holding an aerial and show you how to make a helicopter using card and pencils! naked scientists,kitchen science 26:41 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.10.29/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.10.29.m4a Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:14:30 +0000 This week we're showcasing a new bimonthly programme strand which we're making in collaboration with the folks at Diamond, the UK's Synchrotron Light Source. In this episode, we dig deep into the world of archaeology to learn how scientists at Diamond are investigating our cultural heritage. We find out how scanning samples of the Dead Sea Scrolls can help decipher them, how probing timber from the Mary Rose can improve its conservation and how studying pigments in paintings could protect major pieces of art! Find out more at www.thenakedscientists.com/diamond. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we're showcasing a new bimonthly programme strand which we're making in collaboration with the folks at Diamond, the UK's Synchrotron Light Source. In this episode, we dig deep into the world of archaeology to learn how scientists at Diamond are investigating our cultural heritage. We find out how scanning samples of the Dead Sea Scrolls can help decipher them, how probing timber from the Mary Rose can improve its conservation and how studying pigments in paintings could protect major pieces of art! Find out more at www.thenakedscientists.com/diamond. naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:51 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.10.25/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.10.25.m4a Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:51:49 +0000 We explore the basis of brain diseases on this week's Naked Scientists. We find out what happens to the brain in Huntington's disease, discover the genes behind Alzheimers and a potential treatment for autoimmune diseases like Multiple Sclerosis or MS. Also, the nerve cells in the ear that make loud sounds painful, the extraordinary eyes of the Mantis Shrimp and the world's largest web spinning spider. Plus, how spiders make glue from silk and snot, and in Kitchen Science, we show you a way to fool your brain into making your body do something unexpected. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We explore the basis of brain diseases on this week's Naked Scientists. We find out what happens to the brain in Huntington's disease, discover the genes behind Alzheimers and a potential treatment for autoimmune diseases like Multiple Sclerosis or MS. Also, the nerve cells in the ear that make loud sounds painful, the extraordinary eyes of the Mantis Shrimp and the world's largest web spinning spider. Plus, how spiders make glue from silk and snot, and in Kitchen Science, we show you a way to fool your brain into making your body do something unexpected. naked scientists,kitchen science 58:36 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.10.18/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.10.18.m4a Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:13:35 +0000 We reach for the skies on this week's Naked Scientists, with High Altitude Adventures. We find out how the body reacts to the low oxygen at high altitudes, and join Laura Soul testing the theories on a trek up to Everest base camp. Plus, we find out how the continental collisions that made mountains may have plunged the Earth into an ice age. We also hear how the rate of mutation changes in lab-bench evolution, how looming sounds make our vision more sensitive, why poking a stem cell can change its fate and the chemistry behind the taste of fizz. In Kitchen Science, we make a mountain range from lard... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We reach for the skies on this week's Naked Scientists, with High Altitude Adventures. We find out how the body reacts to the low oxygen at high altitudes, and join Laura Soul testing the theories on a trek up to Everest base camp. Plus, we find out how the continental collisions that made mountains may have plunged the Earth into an ice age. We also hear how the rate of mutation changes in lab-bench evolution, how looming sounds make our vision more sensitive, why poking a stem cell can change its fate and the chemistry behind the taste of fizz. In Kitchen Science, we make a mountain range from lard... naked scientists,kitchen science 01:06:08 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.10.11/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.10.11.m4a Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:44:57 +0000 The Nobel prizes feature on the Naked Scientists this week alongside a bumper crop of your science questions! We find out why water expands when it freezes, whether animals have regional accents, and how many rockets you would need to crash into the moon to knock it off course. Plus, how the insects splattered on windscreens are helping scientists to study biodiversity, the virus linked to chronic fatigue syndrome and the prospect of a paper-thin digital camera. Also, We find out how India is coping with the IT boom, and show you how to make a spud gun from stationery! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The Nobel prizes feature on the Naked Scientists this week alongside a bumper crop of your science questions! We find out why water expands when it freezes, whether animals have regional accents, and how many rockets you would need to crash into the moon to knock it off course. Plus, how the insects splattered on windscreens are helping scientists to study biodiversity, the virus linked to chronic fatigue syndrome and the prospect of a paper-thin digital camera. Also, We find out how India is coping with the IT boom, and show you how to make a spud gun from stationery! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.10.04/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.10.04.m4a Mon, 5 Oct 2009 15:22:39 +0000 This week, we catch up with the latest from the front line of cancer research. Kat Arney reports from the National Cancer Research Institute's annual conference, we find out how proton therapy is promising for targeting tumours and look at the hormones and stem cells involved in breast cancer. Also, the role of aspirin in the 1918 Spanish flu epidemic, how recession could be healthy and tuning in to the Earth's vibrations. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we show you how to see using sound! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we catch up with the latest from the front line of cancer research. Kat Arney reports from the National Cancer Research Institute's annual conference, we find out how proton therapy is promising for targeting tumours and look at the hormones and stem cells involved in breast cancer. Also, the role of aspirin in the 1918 Spanish flu epidemic, how recession could be healthy and tuning in to the Earth's vibrations. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we show you how to see using sound! naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.09.27/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.09.27.m4a Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:24:47 +0000 We bring you the highlights from European Researchers Night 2009, which filled the Great North Museum with explosions, music and laughter. We meet Brainiac's Jon Tickle to discuss the physics of custard, find out why My Little Ponies belong in a museum and explore the murder mystery of the Lindow Man. Also, how embryology inspired fashion design and how Spanish rocks point to North Sea oil. Plus, we rock out with the Punk Scientists... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We bring you the highlights from European Researchers Night 2009, which filled the Great North Museum with explosions, music and laughter. We meet Brainiac's Jon Tickle to discuss the physics of custard, find out why My Little Ponies belong in a museum and explore the murder mystery of the Lindow Man. Also, how embryology inspired fashion design and how Spanish rocks point to North Sea oil. Plus, we rock out with the Punk Scientists... naked scientists,kitchen science 56:57 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.09.20/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.09.20.m4a Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:32:52 +0000 Join us in a peek at the secret lives of birds. We find out just how a cuckoo convinces others to care for it's young, and the tragic outcome for the cuckoo chick when the rouse is discovered. We meet the clever corvids, capable of problem solving feats that may even outfox the great apes. Also, how green tea makes strong bones,the genes involved in prostate cancer and online robotic surgeons. Plus, in Kitchen Science we find out how Dave Ansell spent his schooldays - making stationery fly! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Join us in a peek at the secret lives of birds. We find out just how a cuckoo convinces others to care for it's young, and the tragic outcome for the cuckoo chick when the rouse is discovered. We meet the clever corvids, capable of problem solving feats that may even outfox the great apes. Also, how green tea makes strong bones,the genes involved in prostate cancer and online robotic surgeons. Plus, in Kitchen Science we find out how Dave Ansell spent his schooldays - making stationery fly! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:52 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.09.13/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.09.13.m4a Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:03:44 +0000 This week we find out about bionic bodies. We discover whether it's possible to mend a broken heart with stem cells as well as investigate if soft nanobots could soon be delivering drugs around our bodies. We also bring you the highlights from this years British Science Festival. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we hit the kitchen to investigate one of natures composite materials - a chicken bone! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we find out about bionic bodies. We discover whether it's possible to mend a broken heart with stem cells as well as investigate if soft nanobots could soon be delivering drugs around our bodies. We also bring you the highlights from this years British Science Festival. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we hit the kitchen to investigate one of natures composite materials - a chicken bone! broken heart,naked scientists,kitchen science 01:02:22 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.09.05/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.09.06.m4a Mon, 7 Sep 2009 14:35:54 +0000 This week we're taking on the questions you've waited all summer to find the answers to. We find out whether humans can run faster on the moon than here on Earth, if tea tastes better in china cups, and if talking to plants can help them grow. Plus we look into the world of statistics to learn how many ants it would take to carry a human and discover how many people in the world are having sex right at this moment! Plus, in Kitchen Science, we bring you a watery way to measure upthrust. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we're taking on the questions you've waited all summer to find the answers to. We find out whether humans can run faster on the moon than here on Earth, if tea tastes better in china cups, and if talking to plants can help them grow. Plus we look into the world of statistics to learn how many ants it would take to carry a human and discover how many people in the world are having sex right at this moment! Plus, in Kitchen Science, we bring you a watery way to measure upthrust. ants,statistics,naked scientists,kitchen science 59:20 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.08.29/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.08.30.m4a Sun, 30 Aug 2009 11:50:00 +0000 Diana and Meera select their favourite bits of Naked Science, including parajetting over the Himalayas, digging up Greek brothels and making the perfect cup of tea scientifically. Plus, Dr Hal blows up an ostrich egg and blasts a 'barking dog' down a seven-foot test tube. *No animals were harmed in the making of this podcast* - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Diana and Meera select their favourite bits of Naked Science, including parajetting over the Himalayas, digging up Greek brothels and making the perfect cup of tea scientifically. Plus, Dr Hal blows up an ostrich egg and blasts a 'barking dog' down a seven-foot test tube. *No animals were harmed in the making of this podcast* naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:58 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.08.22/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.08.23.m4a Tue, 25 Aug 2009 13:08:00 +0000 Ben and Dave select their favourite bits of Naked Science: from taking an MRI of outer space to orange fireballs and chocolate teapots. We explore the boys' best Naked capers. Plus, we join Dr Hal for a gassy set of explosive experiments. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Ben and Dave select their favourite bits of Naked Science: from taking an MRI of outer space to orange fireballs and chocolate teapots. We explore the boys' best Naked capers. Plus, we join Dr Hal for a gassy set of explosive experiments. naked scientists,kitchen science 59:56 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.08.15/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.08.16.m4a Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:47:00 +0000 It's big, it's blue, it's where life began and life certainly wouldn't be the same without it: yes, that's right, it's the sea. This week Helen Scales is taking the show underwater to explore her favourite realm. Among the marine menagerie she'll be revisiting the incredible story of squid that see with their entire body, once again be meeting the humming toadfish, which is teaching us a thing or two about making music, and we'll catch up with the colourful clownfish that, just like Nemo, might soon be needing some help finding their way home... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists It's big, it's blue, it's where life began and life certainly wouldn't be the same without it: yes, that's right, it's the sea. This week Helen Scales is taking the show underwater to explore her favourite realm. Among the marine menagerie she'll be revisiting the incredible story of squid that see with their entire body, once again be meeting the humming toadfish, which is teaching us a thing or two about making music, and we'll catch up with the colourful clownfish that, just like Nemo, might soon be needing some help finding their way home... naked scientists,kitchen science 59:01 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.08.09/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.08.09.m4a Tue, 11 Aug 2009 17:18:00 +0000 This week, Kat Arney has been through the archives and picked out her personal Naked highlights, including making experimental jelly, sneezing at computer screens, stabbing potatoes and Ben dancing (badly) in the studio. She looks back on advances in cancer therapy, developments in making people bionic and how new diseases emerge, as well as reliving the chance to meet Alan Titchmarsh, for a chat about the importance of ponds. Plus, we have a brand new bit of the Naked Scientists, where we're looking at Chemistry in its element. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, Kat Arney has been through the archives and picked out her personal Naked highlights, including making experimental jelly, sneezing at computer screens, stabbing potatoes and Ben dancing (badly) in the studio. She looks back on advances in cancer therapy, developments in making people bionic and how new diseases emerge, as well as reliving the chance to meet Alan Titchmarsh, for a chat about the importance of ponds. Plus, we have a brand new bit of the Naked Scientists, where we're looking at Chemistry in its element. naked scientists,kitchen science 58:47 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.08.02/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.08.02.m4a Tue, 4 Aug 2009 15:59:57 +0000 What happens if you urinate on an electric fence? We find out the answer to this and some of your other science questions on this week's Naked Scientists, including why chilli peppers are red, how does squinting help you see further and what's the best way to align your laundry with the wind? Plus, why blue food colouring could reduce the damage of spinal injury, how shrimps could catalyse biodiesel production and the physics behind the regularity of raindrops... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists What happens if you urinate on an electric fence? We find out the answer to this and some of your other science questions on this week's Naked Scientists, including why chilli peppers are red, how does squinting help you see further and what's the best way to align your laundry with the wind? Plus, why blue food colouring could reduce the damage of spinal injury, how shrimps could catalyse biodiesel production and the physics behind the regularity of raindrops... naked scientists,kitchen science 59:17 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.07.26/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.07.26.m4a Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:04:21 +0000 We dig deep into the science of rubbish, refuse, waste and recycling... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We dig deep into the science of rubbish, refuse, waste and recycling... naked scientists,kitchen science 59:09 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.07.19/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.07.19.m4a Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:51:24 +0000 The latest in the science of fertility, IVF and pregnancy... We find out how pre-implantation tests could improve the success of IVF and how stress during pregnancy affects foetal development. Plus, why knowledge is its own reward, how a jockey's posture makes horses run faster and how science publishing on the web is about to change. In Kitchen Science, Dave finds out how a bag of liquid cushions a developing baby inside it's mother! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The latest in the science of fertility, IVF and pregnancy... We find out how pre-implantation tests could improve the success of IVF and how stress during pregnancy affects foetal development. Plus, why knowledge is its own reward, how a jockey's posture makes horses run faster and how science publishing on the web is about to change. In Kitchen Science, Dave finds out how a bag of liquid cushions a developing baby inside it's mother! womb,naked scientists,kitchen science 59:56 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/specials/darwin-festival-09/show/2009.07.16/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Rap_Guide_to_Evolution.m4a Thu, 16 Jul 2009 16:46:39 +0000 Award winning Canadian hip hop artist Baba Brinkman brings us his Rap Guide to Evolution, an hour of clever, witty and scientifically accurate rhymes that will have you seeing Darwin from a whole new perspective. Baba explores the history and current understanding of Darwin's theory, combining hilarious remixes of popular rap songs with clever lyrical storytelling that covers Natural Selection, Artificial Selection, Sexual Selection, Group Selection, Unity of Common Descent, and Evolutionary Psychology. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Award winning Canadian hip hop artist Baba Brinkman brings us his Rap Guide to Evolution, an hour of clever, witty and scientifically accurate rhymes that will have you seeing Darwin from a whole new perspective. Baba explores the history and current understanding of Darwin's theory, combining hilarious remixes of popular rap songs with clever lyrical storytelling that covers Natural Selection, Artificial Selection, Sexual Selection, Group Selection, Unity of Common Descent, and Evolutionary Psychology. naked scientists,kitchen science 57:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.07.12/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.07.12.m4a Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:15:03 +0000 We seek the Science of Sight on this week's Naked Scientists, discovering how deep sea fish use clever bioluminescence and biological mirrors to cope with the darkness of the deep. We hear how our brains choose what sights to pay attention to, and what a bees brain can teach us about how we see optical illusions. Plus, salt-tolerant GM crops, statins stalled by sluggish blood and how the turtle got it's shell. In Kitchen Science, we fool our eyes into seeing confusing colours... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We seek the Science of Sight on this week's Naked Scientists, discovering how deep sea fish use clever bioluminescence and biological mirrors to cope with the darkness of the deep. We hear how our brains choose what sights to pay attention to, and what a bees brain can teach us about how we see optical illusions. Plus, salt-tolerant GM crops, statins stalled by sluggish blood and how the turtle got it's shell. In Kitchen Science, we fool our eyes into seeing confusing colours... naked scientists,kitchen science 58:07 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.07.05/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.07.05.m4a Tue, 7 Jul 2009 12:38:33 +0000 This week, we're taking on your science brainteasers! We find out why toothpaste ruins other flavours, whether humans have a mating season and why food goes in multicoloured, but comes out brown... Plus, fighting Fido's fleas with fungus, stressed men take more risks, and predicting if hepatitis B will lead to liver cancer. In Kitchen Science, we make a fruity fireball with orange peel. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we're taking on your science brainteasers! We find out why toothpaste ruins other flavours, whether humans have a mating season and why food goes in multicoloured, but comes out brown... Plus, fighting Fido's fleas with fungus, stressed men take more risks, and predicting if hepatitis B will lead to liver cancer. In Kitchen Science, we make a fruity fireball with orange peel. fungus,naked scientists,kitchen science 54:52 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.06.28/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.06.28.m4a Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:07:38 +0000 This week, we look into new ways of putting a tiger in your tank! We find out how pond life could help make eco-friendly biodiesel and how new types of batteries can power electric cars for further than ever before without running out of juice. Plus, how Margaret Thatcher's face can tell us how monkeys recognize each other, what sharks have in common with serial killers and why dolphins are a bit like jet fighters. And in Kitchen Science, we see how batteries work in Arctic conditions. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we look into new ways of putting a tiger in your tank! We find out how pond life could help make eco-friendly biodiesel and how new types of batteries can power electric cars for further than ever before without running out of juice. Plus, how Margaret Thatcher's face can tell us how monkeys recognize each other, what sharks have in common with serial killers and why dolphins are a bit like jet fighters. And in Kitchen Science, we see how batteries work in Arctic conditions. naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.06.21/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.06.21.m4a Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:36:34 +0000 This week we dig into into the science of farming and food production. We find out how transgenic plants can help us dispense with the need for chemical pesticides and how giant greenhouses at the shoreline can be home to super-efficient farms of their own. We explore the problems faced by our sweet honey bee and in Kitchen Science we do some plant modification of our own - no transgenics knowledge needed, just food colouring... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we dig into into the science of farming and food production. We find out how transgenic plants can help us dispense with the need for chemical pesticides and how giant greenhouses at the shoreline can be home to super-efficient farms of their own. We explore the problems faced by our sweet honey bee and in Kitchen Science we do some plant modification of our own - no transgenics knowledge needed, just food colouring... farming, sea water greenhouse, desalination, gm crops, genetic modification, dying flowers, naked scientists,kitchen science 01:01:46 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.06.14/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.06.14.m4a Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:54:18 +0000 On this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show, we discover how storms create slow earthquakes and how a local star, betelgeuse, could explode very soon. We also hear of an accurate way to date pottery and explore the physics of helicopter seeds. Plus, why hurricanes rotate in opposite directions either side of the equator, the ultimate fate of stars and how to boil your fishtank without harming the fish. All this and in Kitchen Science we snap some spaghetti to seek the physics of pasta! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this Naked Scientists Question and Answer show, we discover how storms create slow earthquakes and how a local star, betelgeuse, could explode very soon. We also hear of an accurate way to date pottery and explore the physics of helicopter seeds. Plus, why hurricanes rotate in opposite directions either side of the equator, the ultimate fate of stars and how to boil your fishtank without harming the fish. All this and in Kitchen Science we snap some spaghetti to seek the physics of pasta! naked scientists,kitchen science 58:21 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.06.07/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.06.07.m4a Tue, 9 Jun 2009 13:49:12 +0000 This week, we seek the science of Architecture. We find out how rapid prototyping technology could help us print out entire houses, and how natural light and ventilation could cut our energy bills. Plus, giggling gorillas tell us how laughter evolved and birds that learn from their neighbours. In Kitchen Science, Dave challenges you to build the best bridge, using only a single sheet of A4 paper! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we seek the science of Architecture. We find out how rapid prototyping technology could help us print out entire houses, and how natural light and ventilation could cut our energy bills. Plus, giggling gorillas tell us how laughter evolved and birds that learn from their neighbours. In Kitchen Science, Dave challenges you to build the best bridge, using only a single sheet of A4 paper! Architecture, gorilla, laughter, evolution of laughter, rapid prototyping, concrete printer, chimp, houses, ventilation, green architecture, natural lighting, shutters, paper bridge, science radio, science podcast, naked scientist, kitchen science, 54:40 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.05.31/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.06.02.m4a Mon, 1 Jun 2009 15:55:55 +0000 How does nature inspire technology and engineering? We find out how bamboo may make effective wind turbines, and how the material that makes up locust tendons could soon be in your shoes and electronics! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How does nature inspire technology and engineering? We find out how bamboo may make effective wind turbines, and how the material that makes up locust tendons could soon be in your shoes and electronics! naked scientists,kitchen science 01:05:44 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.05.24/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.05.24.m4a Tue, 26 May 2009 11:34:02 +0000 Science gets under your skin on this week's Naked Scientists, where we find out how human skin colour evolved to make the best of our sunlight. We explain why albino people have no skin pigment at all and how to heal wounds without leaving scars. Also, the nano-scale media storage that will last a billion years, the toxic bite of the komodo dragon and the biological link between cancer and depression. Plus, we shine a light on jaundice phototherapy, with the help of a urinating glass baby! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Science gets under your skin on this week's Naked Scientists, where we find out how human skin colour evolved to make the best of our sunlight. We explain why albino people have no skin pigment at all and how to heal wounds without leaving scars. Also, the nano-scale media storage that will last a billion years, the toxic bite of the komodo dragon and the biological link between cancer and depression. Plus, we shine a light on jaundice phototherapy, with the help of a urinating glass baby! naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:26 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.05.17/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.05.17.m4a Tue, 19 May 2009 10:53:44 +0000 We're open to your questions on the Naked Scientists this week, finding out how photosynthesis works underwater, exploring the sex lives of barnacles and discussing if rockets punch holes in the ozone layer. Plus, a viral cause of hypertension, how bees stick to petals like velcro, and a new, super-dense deuterium - 130,000 times denser than water! We hear about the new generation of eBook readers, and in Kitchen Science Dave vacuums his bathroom scales to weigh the air! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We're open to your questions on the Naked Scientists this week, finding out how photosynthesis works underwater, exploring the sex lives of barnacles and discussing if rockets punch holes in the ozone layer. Plus, a viral cause of hypertension, how bees stick to petals like velcro, and a new, super-dense deuterium - 130,000 times denser than water! We hear about the new generation of eBook readers, and in Kitchen Science Dave vacuums his bathroom scales to weigh the air! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:09 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.04.25/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.05.10.m4a Mon, 11 May 2009 15:42:22 +0000 This week, we're diving into the science of clean water, finding out why rivers and ponds are essential for wildlife, and how alien invaders are colonising our waterways. Plus, how a diet of glycerol makes yeast live longer, how microbes in mosquitoes can block malaria and how planting trees could reduce your electricity bills. We hear about the European Space Agency's Planck and Herschel missions to study the formation of galaxies and the fate of the universe, and in Kitchen Science, we explore the carbonated chemistry of fizzy water! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we're diving into the science of clean water, finding out why rivers and ponds are essential for wildlife, and how alien invaders are colonising our waterways. Plus, how a diet of glycerol makes yeast live longer, how microbes in mosquitoes can block malaria and how planting trees could reduce your electricity bills. We hear about the European Space Agency's Planck and Herschel missions to study the formation of galaxies and the fate of the universe, and in Kitchen Science, we explore the carbonated chemistry of fizzy water! naked scientists,kitchen science 58:56 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.05.03/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.05.03.m4a Tue, 5 May 2009 15:17:39 +0000 On this week's Naked Scientists, we explore the engineering and materials science that will give rise to the future of transport! We find out how jet engine parts grown as a single crystal of superalloy will make flights more efficient, and how clever computer control make it easier for trucks to turn. Plus, pain-free injections for the needle-phobic, Boogie with birds and the synthesised sound of Swine Flu proteins. In Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave look back over 7000 years to seek the science of the wheel... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this week's Naked Scientists, we explore the engineering and materials science that will give rise to the future of transport! We find out how jet engine parts grown as a single crystal of superalloy will make flights more efficient, and how clever computer control make it easier for trucks to turn. Plus, pain-free injections for the needle-phobic, Boogie with birds and the synthesised sound of Swine Flu proteins. In Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave look back over 7000 years to seek the science of the wheel... naked scientists,kitchen science 57:15 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.04.18/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.04.26.m4a Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:02:34 +0000 In this week's atmospheric Naked Scientists, we're putting the air that we breathe under the microscope. We find out how air quality is monitored, how new technology could help you plan the least polluted walk to work and why seaweed might be responsible for making it rain! Also, we find out why dolphins spit for their dinner, how every cloud may have a lead lining and how the pesky mosquito's inspired a portable artificial pancreas. Plus, we get the low-down on the latest pandemic candidate - swine flu. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In this week's atmospheric Naked Scientists, we're putting the air that we breathe under the microscope. We find out how air quality is monitored, how new technology could help you plan the least polluted walk to work and why seaweed might be responsible for making it rain! Also, we find out why dolphins spit for their dinner, how every cloud may have a lead lining and how the pesky mosquito's inspired a portable artificial pancreas. Plus, we get the low-down on the latest pandemic candidate - swine flu. naked scientists,kitchen science 57:14 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.05.02/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.04.19.m4a Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:12:53 +0000 This week, we find out how a giant parachute could help avoid satellite collisions, why the schizophrenic brain can't see a popular optical illusion and discover that all octopodes (or octopuses?) are poisonous! Plus, we take on your science questions, discussing cycling on the moon, electric fences and couples getting tazered together. In Kitchen Science, we make a sprinkler from a spinning straw! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we find out how a giant parachute could help avoid satellite collisions, why the schizophrenic brain can't see a popular optical illusion and discover that all octopodes (or octopuses?) are poisonous! Plus, we take on your science questions, discussing cycling on the moon, electric fences and couples getting tazered together. In Kitchen Science, we make a sprinkler from a spinning straw! naked scientists,kitchen science 59:01 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.04.04/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.04.05.m4a Tue, 7 Apr 2009 16:58:41 +0000 This special Naked Scientists comes to you from the MTN Sciencentre in Cape Town, South Africa, with some of the highlights of SciFest Africa. Meera goes on safari to find out how the Born Free Foundation re-home mistreated lions while Chris tracks the Black Rhino to discover how to conserve this critically endangered species. We find out how the Naked Scientists live science show, Crisp Packet Fireworks, wowed and inspired the festival's visitors. Plus, the story of the Coelacanth, tackling TB and Ben and Dave have an explosive Kitchen Science! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This special Naked Scientists comes to you from the MTN Sciencentre in Cape Town, South Africa, with some of the highlights of SciFest Africa. Meera goes on safari to find out how the Born Free Foundation re-home mistreated lions while Chris tracks the Black Rhino to discover how to conserve this critically endangered species. We find out how the Naked Scientists live science show, Crisp Packet Fireworks, wowed and inspired the festival's visitors. Plus, the story of the Coelacanth, tackling TB and Ben and Dave have an explosive Kitchen Science! Rhionceros, conservation, South Africa, SciFest, Science Festival, Crisp Packet Fireworks, Naked Scientists Live, Coelacanth, tuberculosis, safari, cheetah, lion, born free foundation, Grahamstown, Sciencentre, 55:35 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.03.29/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.03.29.m4a Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:54:35 +0000 This week we hark back to the days before NHS patient records and find out how illnesses in ancient Rome, Victorian London and 17th century Italy were treated. We also explore how the modern history of medicine is being recorded as it happens and how methods used to track DNA mutations can be used to the trace the evolution of ancient manuscripts. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we hark back to the days before NHS patient records and find out how illnesses in ancient Rome, Victorian London and 17th century Italy were treated. We also explore how the modern history of medicine is being recorded as it happens and how methods used to track DNA mutations can be used to the trace the evolution of ancient manuscripts. naked scientists,kitchen science 59:39 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.03.22/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.03.22.m4a Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:54:59 +0000 This week, we'll strip computer science down to it's components and find out what we should expect to see in the next 5 years. We find out about the thinking behind artificial intelligence, what the future holds for Second Life and how neuroscience can help us build truly intelligent computers. Plus, get your sunglasses out early this year for Kitchen Science where we make an LCD monitor vanish. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we'll strip computer science down to it's components and find out what we should expect to see in the next 5 years. We find out about the thinking behind artificial intelligence, what the future holds for Second Life and how neuroscience can help us build truly intelligent computers. Plus, get your sunglasses out early this year for Kitchen Science where we make an LCD monitor vanish. naked scientists,kitchen science 58:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.03.15/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.03.15.m4a Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:27:32 +0000 Get festive with the Naked Scientists at the Cambridge Science Festival! We sniff out the sizzling science of our food, explore the workings of a mobile phone and hear the songs of the Cavendish Society for the first time since the 1930s. Plus, insights into the neurological basis of dyslexia, toxic airborne copper dust and paint that heals its own scratches. Dr Ben Goldacre joins us to explain why abuse of statistics could make you a suspected terrorist or falsely suggest you have HIV. In Kitchen Science, Dave plugs a pickled gherkin into the national grid! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Get festive with the Naked Scientists at the Cambridge Science Festival! We sniff out the sizzling science of our food, explore the workings of a mobile phone and hear the songs of the Cavendish Society for the first time since the 1930s. Plus, insights into the neurological basis of dyslexia, toxic airborne copper dust and paint that heals its own scratches. Dr Ben Goldacre joins us to explain why abuse of statistics could make you a suspected terrorist or falsely suggest you have HIV. In Kitchen Science, Dave plugs a pickled gherkin into the national grid! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:44 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.03.08/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.03.08.m4a Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:47:46 +0000 We get to the point of cutting edge Naked Science this week, answering your science questions and exploring the science of sword swallowing. We find out how the Amazon rainforest could become a carbon criminal, learn how to predict the extent of an avalanche, and celebrate the passing of DD45 - an object that floated past the Earth within the orbit of the Moon. Plus, we find out if you can catch foot odour, if a bath full of vodka would get you drunk, and the delights of Liver A L'Orange! Meera Senthilingam takes a 'thinking walk' with Sir David Attenborough to learn about Charles Darwin, and Dave seems to defy physics by making bubbles that sink! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We get to the point of cutting edge Naked Science this week, answering your science questions and exploring the science of sword swallowing. We find out how the Amazon rainforest could become a carbon criminal, learn how to predict the extent of an avalanche, and celebrate the passing of DD45 - an object that floated past the Earth within the orbit of the Moon. Plus, we find out if you can catch foot odour, if a bath full of vodka would get you drunk, and the delights of Liver A L'Orange! Meera Senthilingam takes a 'thinking walk' with Sir David Attenborough to learn about Charles Darwin, and Dave seems to defy physics by making bubbles that sink! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:03 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.03.01/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.03.01.m4a Tue, 3 Mar 2009 18:02:52 +0000 This week we're seeking the science of laughter and music. We're speaking to comedian Robin Ince about how geneticists and astronomers can inspire stand up comedy, listening to the music of the world's first online science music festival, and genetically profiling comedienne Kathryn Ryan. We also get the giggles to find out what happens in your brain to make laughter so addictive. Plus, we'll follow the footprints of human evolution, find out how Jupiter and Saturn acted as celestial bulldozers, and discover how a cheeky octopus left an aquarium knee deep in water! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we're seeking the science of laughter and music. We're speaking to comedian Robin Ince about how geneticists and astronomers can inspire stand up comedy, listening to the music of the world's first online science music festival, and genetically profiling comedienne Kathryn Ryan. We also get the giggles to find out what happens in your brain to make laughter so addictive. Plus, we'll follow the footprints of human evolution, find out how Jupiter and Saturn acted as celestial bulldozers, and discover how a cheeky octopus left an aquarium knee deep in water! naked scientists,kitchen science 01:00:24 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.02.22/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.02.22.m4a Tue, 24 Feb 2009 11:18:58 +0000 On this week's stellar Naked Scientists we're staring out into space. We find out how technology developed to see inside your body can give a whole new dimension to pictures of deep space, we celebrate the launch of the International Year of Astronomy and discover a new type of dwarf galaxy formed from ancient primordial gas clouds. Also in the mix, overcoming peanut allergies, fat dinosaurs and disguised meningitis bacteria. Plus, we answer Sir David Attenborough's Question of the Week and Ben and Dave build a telescope! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this week's stellar Naked Scientists we're staring out into space. We find out how technology developed to see inside your body can give a whole new dimension to pictures of deep space, we celebrate the launch of the International Year of Astronomy and discover a new type of dwarf galaxy formed from ancient primordial gas clouds. Also in the mix, overcoming peanut allergies, fat dinosaurs and disguised meningitis bacteria. Plus, we answer Sir David Attenborough's Question of the Week and Ben and Dave build a telescope! Space,astronomy,international year of astronomy,MRI,Martin Rees,dwarf galaxy,leo,meningitis vaccine,meningitis,peanut allergy treatment,primordial gas,dark matter halo,GALEX,galaxy formation,Sir David Attenborough,telescope,observatory, 56:01 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.02.15/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.02.15.m4a Mon, 16 Feb 2009 16:59:48 +0000 Happy Valentines Day! We may not be sending you a card, flowers or chocolates, but we love all our listeners. This week's show is all about the science of love and bonding, we'll be exploring the molecules that mediate monogamy, finding out how women subconsciously advertise their fertility, and looking at the evolutionary basis for falling in love. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave make invisible ink for sending secret love letters... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Happy Valentines Day! We may not be sending you a card, flowers or chocolates, but we love all our listeners. This week's show is all about the science of love and bonding, we'll be exploring the molecules that mediate monogamy, finding out how women subconsciously advertise their fertility, and looking at the evolutionary basis for falling in love. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave make invisible ink for sending secret love letters... naked scientists,kitchen science 57:03 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.02.08/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.02.08.m4a Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:20:01 +0000 On this weeks snow-bound Naked Scientists, we're taking on your science questions! We discover the caterpillar that tricks it's ant hosts into treating it like royalty, find out why fish get lost in acidic seas and why the gravitational pull of tonnes of ice may lead to greater sea level rise than predicted. Plus, we find out what happens to salt after it's spread on roads to avoid ice, what processes make the sea salty and how scientists weight the moon. In Kitchen Science, it's 'on your marks' for a microwave race - will water boil before ice melts? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this weeks snow-bound Naked Scientists, we're taking on your science questions! We discover the caterpillar that tricks it's ant hosts into treating it like royalty, find out why fish get lost in acidic seas and why the gravitational pull of tonnes of ice may lead to greater sea level rise than predicted. Plus, we find out what happens to salt after it's spread on roads to avoid ice, what processes make the sea salty and how scientists weight the moon. In Kitchen Science, it's 'on your marks' for a microwave race - will water boil before ice melts? naked scientists,kitchen science 55:56 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.02.01/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.02.01.m4a Tue, 3 Feb 2009 18:40:33 +0000 This week, we're studying the science of the seriously small - nanotechnology. We'll find out how tiny, flexible electronics could be implanted under the skin to restore lost sensation, and how tiny protein covered silicon "diving boards" can show us how superbugs evade antibiotics. Also, how sheets of carbon just one atom thick can be used to read the entire human genome in just a couple of hours, and how nanotech "motherships" can deliver exactly the right amount of drug, directly to where it's needed. Plus, the plant genome that could solve the food crisis, how our fingerprints help us to feel fine textures, and how a new way to make LEDs could slash our household bills. And, as if that wasn't enough, in Kitchen Science Dave will be looking for silver in soot! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we're studying the science of the seriously small - nanotechnology. We'll find out how tiny, flexible electronics could be implanted under the skin to restore lost sensation, and how tiny protein covered silicon "diving boards" can show us how superbugs evade antibiotics. Also, how sheets of carbon just one atom thick can be used to read the entire human genome in just a couple of hours, and how nanotech "motherships" can deliver exactly the right amount of drug, directly to where it's needed. Plus, the plant genome that could solve the food crisis, how our fingerprints help us to feel fine textures, and how a new way to make LEDs could slash our household bills. And, as if that wasn't enough, in Kitchen Science Dave will be looking for silver in soot! naked scientists,kitchen science 55:06 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.01.25/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.01.25.m4a Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:21:45 +0000 We get Smart on this week's Naked Scientists with the science of self-healing, self-sensing and self-cleaning materials. We hear how carbon fibre polymers could lead to self-healing spacecraft, why a titanium coating keeps windows clean and kills superbugs, and how helicopters can warn you when they're damaged. Also, how gut bugs tell the story of our ancestors' migration into Australia and beyond, how RNA housekeeping allows humans to function with fewer genes than a banana, and how molecular metal cages safely store hydrogen, or sieve out carbon dioxide. Plus, we mix borax and glue to make bouncy, stretchy goo! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We get Smart on this week's Naked Scientists with the science of self-healing, self-sensing and self-cleaning materials. We hear how carbon fibre polymers could lead to self-healing spacecraft, why a titanium coating keeps windows clean and kills superbugs, and how helicopters can warn you when they're damaged. Also, how gut bugs tell the story of our ancestors' migration into Australia and beyond, how RNA housekeeping allows humans to function with fewer genes than a banana, and how molecular metal cages safely store hydrogen, or sieve out carbon dioxide. Plus, we mix borax and glue to make bouncy, stretchy goo! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:21 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.01.18/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.01.18.m4a Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:09:05 +0000 Is obesity in your genes? This week we find out how hormones, genetics and even your mother's diet contribute to your chances of becoming obese and succumbing to obesity-related diseases. We also take a look into the surgical way to lose weight fast - liposuction, figure out how the lengths of your fingers predicts your financial prowess and uncover a new source of antibiotics from the sea. Plus, is there life on Mars? We talk with the NASA scientist who recently discovered methane on the red planet to find out what this might mean, and in a fruity edition of Kitchen Science we explore the wobbly chemistry of jelly! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Is obesity in your genes? This week we find out how hormones, genetics and even your mother's diet contribute to your chances of becoming obese and succumbing to obesity-related diseases. We also take a look into the surgical way to lose weight fast - liposuction, figure out how the lengths of your fingers predicts your financial prowess and uncover a new source of antibiotics from the sea. Plus, is there life on Mars? We talk with the NASA scientist who recently discovered methane on the red planet to find out what this might mean, and in a fruity edition of Kitchen Science we explore the wobbly chemistry of jelly! naked scientists,kitchen science 56:23 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2009.01.11/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.01.11.m4a Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:48:25 +0000 Happy New Year! For our first show of 2009, we take on your science questions. We find out how earthworms can get airborne, why people get cramp and why Dr Chris' hypnic jerk frightens people on the bus. We also listen to the flirtatious duet between two mosquitoes, find out how rocks are arranged on Mars, and how stem cells bring sight back to blind mice. Plus, we find out how to make indoor snow and explain why all of these snowflakes are identical, and in kitchen science Dave explains the science of sneezing on your computer screen! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Happy New Year! For our first show of 2009, we take on your science questions. We find out how earthworms can get airborne, why people get cramp and why Dr Chris' hypnic jerk frightens people on the bus. We also listen to the flirtatious duet between two mosquitoes, find out how rocks are arranged on Mars, and how stem cells bring sight back to blind mice. Plus, we find out how to make indoor snow and explain why all of these snowflakes are identical, and in kitchen science Dave explains the science of sneezing on your computer screen! Earthworms,birds,kitchenscience,kitchen science, naked scientists,science, science podcast,science radio, 59:06 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.12.21/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.12.21.m4a Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:29:37 +0000 We look back on the greatest science news of the year, discuss our top science facts and take on your festive questions in this festive edition of the Naked Scientists. We find out how scientists can recreate a picture as you're looking at it, just by reading your thoughts, why shape-memory metal could make bridges earthquake-proof and how a simple process could make the cheapest, nastiest wine palatable. Plus, we look into the science of champagne to find out if the bubbles really do go straight to your head and in Kitchen Science, we build a vortex cannon from a plastic bottle, then use it to snuff out candles from across the room! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We look back on the greatest science news of the year, discuss our top science facts and take on your festive questions in this festive edition of the Naked Scientists. We find out how scientists can recreate a picture as you're looking at it, just by reading your thoughts, why shape-memory metal could make bridges earthquake-proof and how a simple process could make the cheapest, nastiest wine palatable. Plus, we look into the science of champagne to find out if the bubbles really do go straight to your head and in Kitchen Science, we build a vortex cannon from a plastic bottle, then use it to snuff out candles from across the room! Light,memory,metal,bridge,mind,image,fMRI,seahorse,science,podcast,kitchen science,vortex cannon,candle,smoke ring,champagne,get drunk quicker, 01:01:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.12.14/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.12.14.m4a Tue, 16 Dec 2008 17:26:25 +0000 New and Emerging diseases go under the microscope in this week's Naked Scientists, as we discover how new diseases arise, cross species barriers and spread throughout the population. We hear about the origins of HIV, the conditions that create hotspots for new pathogens and a fatal new virus found in Africa. Also, we find out why some people are genetically pre-disposed to AIDS, how the giardia bug changes coats to trick the immune system and why captive elephants live shorter lives than in the wild. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben takes the Tabasco Temperature Test to see how mints and chilli affect the temperature on your tongue! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists New and Emerging diseases go under the microscope in this week's Naked Scientists, as we discover how new diseases arise, cross species barriers and spread throughout the population. We hear about the origins of HIV, the conditions that create hotspots for new pathogens and a fatal new virus found in Africa. Also, we find out why some people are genetically pre-disposed to AIDS, how the giardia bug changes coats to trick the immune system and why captive elephants live shorter lives than in the wild. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben takes the Tabasco Temperature Test to see how mints and chilli affect the temperature on your tongue! naked scientists,kitchen science 56:18 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.12.07/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.12.07.m4a Tue, 9 Dec 2008 17:57:33 +0000 The science of sight submits to the scrutiny of the Naked Scientists this week as we look at lens replacement surgery, the genetics of degenerative eye diseases such as macular degeneration, and find out whether gene therapy and stem cells can repair the damaged retina. Ben undergoes a laser-vision correction test to discover how corneal re-shaping can be used to correct poor vision, and Meera meets a man to uncover the basis of blinking and the composition of tears. Plus, how we hear how seashells have inspired tough new ceramics, uncover a signal that links food to body fat, and hear how a fraction of a dose of vaccine may be enough to prevent an epidemic. In Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave wonder what happens to the rainbow-effect on a CD when you hold it under a street-light... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The science of sight submits to the scrutiny of the Naked Scientists this week as we look at lens replacement surgery, the genetics of degenerative eye diseases such as macular degeneration, and find out whether gene therapy and stem cells can repair the damaged retina. Ben undergoes a laser-vision correction test to discover how corneal re-shaping can be used to correct poor vision, and Meera meets a man to uncover the basis of blinking and the composition of tears. Plus, how we hear how seashells have inspired tough new ceramics, uncover a signal that links food to body fat, and hear how a fraction of a dose of vaccine may be enough to prevent an epidemic. In Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave wonder what happens to the rainbow-effect on a CD when you hold it under a street-light... naked scientists,kitchen science 58:14 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.11.30/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.11.30.m4a Tue, 2 Dec 2008 16:46:20 +0000 The Naked Scientists hit Hollywood for a special show all the way from California. We meet the cream of Californian scientists from the University of California at LA and at San Diego to find out why designing ocean-going robots is like giving birth; what some dust-covered 50-year old experiments can reveal about the origins of life, and why your friends and even their friends, can affect your weight. We discover the work of the Population Institute, who use radio soap-operas to inspire better family planning. Plus, we find out why plants get jetlag, how nanotechnology can help foil terrorist attacks and we visit the Naked Cafe to discuss the Big Bang over coffee. In Kitchen Science, Ben and Carlos Camara generate x-rays from sticky tape! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The Naked Scientists hit Hollywood for a special show all the way from California. We meet the cream of Californian scientists from the University of California at LA and at San Diego to find out why designing ocean-going robots is like giving birth; what some dust-covered 50-year old experiments can reveal about the origins of life, and why your friends and even their friends, can affect your weight. We discover the work of the Population Institute, who use radio soap-operas to inspire better family planning. Plus, we find out why plants get jetlag, how nanotechnology can help foil terrorist attacks and we visit the Naked Cafe to discuss the Big Bang over coffee. In Kitchen Science, Ben and Carlos Camara generate x-rays from sticky tape! Big bang,nanosensor,University of California,San Diego,Naked Cafe,Los Angeles,Population,population institute,global media awards, 55:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.11.23/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/The_Naked_Scientists_Show_08.11.23.m4a Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:38:21 +0000 This week we hear how lasers might replace X-rays as a way to see inside the body, we delve into the genetic code of the extinct woolly mammoth and hear about a government competition to exploit the power of the web to help people to find public toilets and post boxes. We also tackle your science questions including finding out why mosquiotoes don't transmit diseases like dirty needles, how animals cut their umbilical cords, whether it's better to drink red wine or grape juice and why cold tea tastes strange! Plus, Dave creates a ghostly one-way window effect in Kitchen science. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we hear how lasers might replace X-rays as a way to see inside the body, we delve into the genetic code of the extinct woolly mammoth and hear about a government competition to exploit the power of the web to help people to find public toilets and post boxes. We also tackle your science questions including finding out why mosquiotoes don't transmit diseases like dirty needles, how animals cut their umbilical cords, whether it's better to drink red wine or grape juice and why cold tea tastes strange! Plus, Dave creates a ghostly one-way window effect in Kitchen science. naked scientists,kitchen science 58:50 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.11.16/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/The_Naked_Scientists_Show_08.11.16.m4a Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:36:37 +0000 We dig into the world of archaeology this week to uncover what DNA is revealing about how humans domesticated plants and livestock. We also delve into the story of stonehenge and hear how scientists are using new isotope techniques to find out how it was built and what when on there. We also trace the history of the civilisation that carved the Nazca lines in South America and then disappeared without trace, but why? Plus, we hear about a new way to combat allergies with a course of injections, how music could improve your health, and how fish elect their leaders. And in kitchen science we show you how to make you own desktop seige weapon! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We dig into the world of archaeology this week to uncover what DNA is revealing about how humans domesticated plants and livestock. We also delve into the story of stonehenge and hear how scientists are using new isotope techniques to find out how it was built and what when on there. We also trace the history of the civilisation that carved the Nazca lines in South America and then disappeared without trace, but why? Plus, we hear about a new way to combat allergies with a course of injections, how music could improve your health, and how fish elect their leaders. And in kitchen science we show you how to make you own desktop seige weapon! naked scientists,kitchen science 56:52 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.11.09/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.11.09.m4a Tue, 11 Nov 2008 19:22:35 +0000 This week's Pathological programme brings you a glimpse into the world of the pathologist. We attend a real autopsy to discover how a pathologist uncovers a cause of death, and hear how Cambridge scientists have found a new way to stop Multiple Sclerosis (M.S.) in it's tracks. We also find out how a common rock can lock away carbon, why forest fungi give out less greenhouse gases when they're warm, and shed some light on the workings of world's smallest solar panels. Plus, in place of Kitchen Science, Ben tries to stop a virtual outbreak of the plague! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week's Pathological programme brings you a glimpse into the world of the pathologist. We attend a real autopsy to discover how a pathologist uncovers a cause of death, and hear how Cambridge scientists have found a new way to stop Multiple Sclerosis (M.S.) in it's tracks. We also find out how a common rock can lock away carbon, why forest fungi give out less greenhouse gases when they're warm, and shed some light on the workings of world's smallest solar panels. Plus, in place of Kitchen Science, Ben tries to stop a virtual outbreak of the plague! naked scientists,kitchen science 58:05 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.11.02/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.11.02.m4a Mon, 3 Nov 2008 17:28:57 +0000 It's been cold in the UK this week! So what better way to spend your time than to stay in the warm and find the answers to all of your nagging science questions... So if you've ever wondered how fireworks have so many pretty colours, why a hedgehog will choose to go to sleep in a bonfire pile, or any science, nature, medicine or technology question - ask us now! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists It's been cold in the UK this week! So what better way to spend your time than to stay in the warm and find the answers to all of your nagging science questions... So if you've ever wondered how fireworks have so many pretty colours, why a hedgehog will choose to go to sleep in a bonfire pile, or any science, nature, medicine or technology question - ask us now! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.10.26/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.10.26.m4a Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:12:11 +0000 Disco Psychology - the science of drinking and dancing feature in this week's Naked Scientists. We find out what your dance moves say about your genes and why drinking alcohol or smoking cigarettes makes faces seem more attractive. Also, we discover what happens in the minds of people suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, PTSD. Plus, researchers make brain washing a reality, roll out a stream of x-rays from a reel of sticky tape, and reveal why the smell of rotten eggs may be good for your blood pressure! In Kitchen Science, we re-train Ben's brain see the world from a different angle! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Disco Psychology - the science of drinking and dancing feature in this week's Naked Scientists. We find out what your dance moves say about your genes and why drinking alcohol or smoking cigarettes makes faces seem more attractive. Also, we discover what happens in the minds of people suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, PTSD. Plus, researchers make brain washing a reality, roll out a stream of x-rays from a reel of sticky tape, and reveal why the smell of rotten eggs may be good for your blood pressure! In Kitchen Science, we re-train Ben's brain see the world from a different angle! naked scientists,kitchen science 56:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.10.19/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.10.19.m4a Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:35:34 +0000 Nuclear fusion is the power source inside the Sun - so can we copy the physics of the stars to generate energy here on Earth? This week, we find out how nuclear fusion works, and how to mimic a star on Earth... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Nuclear fusion is the power source inside the Sun - so can we copy the physics of the stars to generate energy here on Earth? This week, we find out how nuclear fusion works, and how to mimic a star on Earth... naked scientists,kitchen science 58:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.10.12/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.10.12.m4a Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:13:41 +0000 New techniques to test for Down's Syndrome and oesophageal cancer feature in this week's Naked Scientists, along with the nanotechnology that may let you climb walls like spider man! We also take on your science questions and find out if it's possible to shoot a satellite, what keeps the Earth's core so hot, and how you can pass through fire unharmed! Plus, in a back-to-basics Kitchen Science - Dave makes drops of milk bounce out of his tea! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists New techniques to test for Down's Syndrome and oesophageal cancer feature in this week's Naked Scientists, along with the nanotechnology that may let you climb walls like spider man! We also take on your science questions and find out if it's possible to shoot a satellite, what keeps the Earth's core so hot, and how you can pass through fire unharmed! Plus, in a back-to-basics Kitchen Science - Dave makes drops of milk bounce out of his tea! naked scientists,kitchen science 58:14 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.10.05/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.10.05.m4a Tue, 7 Oct 2008 18:52:31 +0000 We catch up with the latest on cancer this week including an update from the National Cancer Research Institute conference in Birmingham. We hear how computers are helping doctors to read mammograms, how researchers are re-programming the immune system to attack tumours, and we get the low down on the new vaccine against cervical cancer. We also discover how blood cells can be used as a Trojan horse to sneak-in chemicals to boost the power of body scans, what a fossil form of HIV can tell us about the origin of AIDS, and how beetles create their own antibiotics. Plus, in kitchen science, Ben and Dave use the power of steam to crush cans! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We catch up with the latest on cancer this week including an update from the National Cancer Research Institute conference in Birmingham. We hear how computers are helping doctors to read mammograms, how researchers are re-programming the immune system to attack tumours, and we get the low down on the new vaccine against cervical cancer. We also discover how blood cells can be used as a Trojan horse to sneak-in chemicals to boost the power of body scans, what a fossil form of HIV can tell us about the origin of AIDS, and how beetles create their own antibiotics. Plus, in kitchen science, Ben and Dave use the power of steam to crush cans! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:00 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.09.28/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.09.28.m4a Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:57:34 +0000 This week, how to live longer and look younger with the science of ageing! We discover how repairing damage to DNA could prevent the diseases associated with old age, and find out how to keep your skin looking younger for longer. Also, doing just four things could add fourteen years to your life - so find out what they are, right here! Plus, how gene therapy could cure one from of blindness, how to get more distance from a tank of diesel and counting insects - how bees can count up to four, but not five. Also, in Kitchen Science, we explore the stretchy science of rubber bands! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, how to live longer and look younger with the science of ageing! We discover how repairing damage to DNA could prevent the diseases associated with old age, and find out how to keep your skin looking younger for longer. Also, doing just four things could add fourteen years to your life - so find out what they are, right here! Plus, how gene therapy could cure one from of blindness, how to get more distance from a tank of diesel and counting insects - how bees can count up to four, but not five. Also, in Kitchen Science, we explore the stretchy science of rubber bands! naked scientists,kitchen science 56:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.09.21/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.09.21.m4a Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:31:26 +0000 Superbugs and hospital acquired infections go under the microscope on this weeks Naked Scientists. We find out why Clostridium difficile has become such a problem, how to keep bacteria away from surfaces and see if there's a vaccine for MRSA on the horizon. Plus, we discover where fat cells hide out, why fungi fire spores at amazing speeds and how plant sugars can make perfect petrol. And in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave launch a liver-powered rocket! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Superbugs and hospital acquired infections go under the microscope on this weeks Naked Scientists. We find out why Clostridium difficile has become such a problem, how to keep bacteria away from surfaces and see if there's a vaccine for MRSA on the horizon. Plus, we discover where fat cells hide out, why fungi fire spores at amazing speeds and how plant sugars can make perfect petrol. And in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave launch a liver-powered rocket! naked scientists,kitchen science 56:56 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.09.14/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.09.15.m4a Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:28:30 +0000 There's a bulging mailbag of science questions for the Naked Scientists this week, as we find out why we stop smelling smells, whether we can use viruses to kill cancer and why crisp and sweet packets make so much noise? Also, how unmanned spy-planes can speed up medical diagnoses in rural countries, how Internet anti-spam technology is helping to interpret ancient manuscripts, and the first water bears in orbit - how tardigrades survived a trip into space, without a suit! Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave shows you how to impale a potato using only a drinking straw! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists There's a bulging mailbag of science questions for the Naked Scientists this week, as we find out why we stop smelling smells, whether we can use viruses to kill cancer and why crisp and sweet packets make so much noise? Also, how unmanned spy-planes can speed up medical diagnoses in rural countries, how Internet anti-spam technology is helping to interpret ancient manuscripts, and the first water bears in orbit - how tardigrades survived a trip into space, without a suit! Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave shows you how to impale a potato using only a drinking straw! kitchen science,science,naked scientists 56:05 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.09.07/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/The_Naked_Scientists_Show_08.09.07.m4a Mon, 8 Sep 2008 16:13:46 +0000 The biggest science experiment in the world - The Large Hadron Collider at CERN, will start on September 10th. So this week we peer inside a proton and discover how the LHC works to help scientists in the search for antimatter and the elusive 'Higgs boson'. Plus, we unlock the genetic key to a happy marriage, explore what giant clams can reveal about our ancestors and hear why bats silence themselves to avoid traffic jams. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave get dizzy with the science of spinning! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The biggest science experiment in the world - The Large Hadron Collider at CERN, will start on September 10th. So this week we peer inside a proton and discover how the LHC works to help scientists in the search for antimatter and the elusive 'Higgs boson'. Plus, we unlock the genetic key to a happy marriage, explore what giant clams can reveal about our ancestors and hear why bats silence themselves to avoid traffic jams. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave get dizzy with the science of spinning! LHC,Large Hadron Collider,atom,naked scientists,kitchen science 58:50 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.08.31/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.08.31.m4a Tue, 2 Sep 2008 14:57:34 +0000 Before Chris and Co get back for the start of the new series, Ben and Diana dive deep into the science of the sea. We find out why cold water corals can act as a climate calendar, how fish feminised by human female hormones have a surprising effect on the ecosystem and discover the marine micro-organisms that keep the climate in check. Also, why the humble garden pond can guard against global warming, and how penguins can be identified by their feathery fingerprint. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave have a unique tea party to find out if the saying 'as useless as a chocolate teapot' really holds (hot) water! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Before Chris and Co get back for the start of the new series, Ben and Diana dive deep into the science of the sea. We find out why cold water corals can act as a climate calendar, how fish feminised by human female hormones have a surprising effect on the ecosystem and discover the marine micro-organisms that keep the climate in check. Also, why the humble garden pond can guard against global warming, and how penguins can be identified by their feathery fingerprint. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave have a unique tea party to find out if the saying 'as useless as a chocolate teapot' really holds (hot) water! kitchen science,coral,hormone,chocolate,climate,science,climate change,naked scientists,chocolate teapot,marine science,cold water coral,TRACES,feminised fish,contraceptive hormones,penguin spotting,African penguin,garden pond,trawling,overfishing,oceanic 58:43 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.08.17/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.08.17.m4a Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:50:39 +0000 The hunt for Bigfoot, how a beer or two can boost attractiveness and the brain basis of imagination go under the lens this week when Ben and Diana also meet the chemist-turned-rapper behind the contraceptive pill and the "Superheroes of Science" a concept album where science mixes with music. Plus, in an Olympic Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave tune in to a baseball bat's sweet spot... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The hunt for Bigfoot, how a beer or two can boost attractiveness and the brain basis of imagination go under the lens this week when Ben and Diana also meet the chemist-turned-rapper behind the contraceptive pill and the "Superheroes of Science" a concept album where science mixes with music. Plus, in an Olympic Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave tune in to a baseball bat's sweet spot... chemistry,science,sound,music,naked scientists,kitchen science,superheroes of science,science music,album,songs,bigfoot,monster hunters,science concept album,baseball,sweet spot,center of percussion,Djerassi,contraceptive,imagination,beer goggles,alcohol 56:55 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.08.10/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.08.10.m4a Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:35:49 +0000 Diana and Ben take the bridge this week for a journey around the world and out into space, with a selection of the best science from the Naked Scientists worldwide travels. We find out how planets form from stardust in just tens on millions of years, and how to use winks, wobbles and blips to find planets around distant stars. We find out why the James Webb Space telescope must be very cool to pick up the hot infra-red radiation of deep space, and how the ExoMars rover could take us to previously unseen parts of Mars. Then we come back down to Earth with a bump (or should that be burp?) to discover the astronomical effort it takes to feed the population of the Olympic Village. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave tries in his own unique way to get a bottle rocket into orbit! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Diana and Ben take the bridge this week for a journey around the world and out into space, with a selection of the best science from the Naked Scientists worldwide travels. We find out how planets form from stardust in just tens on millions of years, and how to use winks, wobbles and blips to find planets around distant stars. We find out why the James Webb Space telescope must be very cool to pick up the hot infra-red radiation of deep space, and how the ExoMars rover could take us to previously unseen parts of Mars. Then we come back down to Earth with a bump (or should that be burp?) to discover the astronomical effort it takes to feed the population of the Olympic Village. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave tries in his own unique way to get a bottle rocket into orbit! planets,alien,conference,naked scientists,kitchen science, science questions, planetary formation,exoplanets, planet hunting, winks, wobbles, blips,James Webb, Space Telescope,ExoMars,Manned Mars Missions,Space,Olympic kitchen,food at the olympics, 59:04 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.08.03/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.08.03.m4a Mon, 4 Aug 2008 09:50:42 +0000 Science on the River - A Punt Down the Cam. The river Cam runs through Cambridge, past the colleges that have been home to influential scientists for hundreds of years. This week, we drift down the river, picking up key scientists as we go. We discover how petals attract pollinators, how carbon sequestration could call a halt to climate change and how ketamine could help us find the root of schizophrenic delusions. Also, we explore how evolved enzymes could make chemical reactions billions of times faster, and learn of the ultimate fate of the universe with Astronomer Royal, Professor Martin Rees. Plus, in Kitchen Science we see how sunlight can start a fire and mirrors can cause explosions! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Science on the River - A Punt Down the Cam. The river Cam runs through Cambridge, past the colleges that have been home to influential scientists for hundreds of years. This week, we drift down the river, picking up key scientists as we go. We discover how petals attract pollinators, how carbon sequestration could call a halt to climate change and how ketamine could help us find the root of schizophrenic delusions. Also, we explore how evolved enzymes could make chemical reactions billions of times faster, and learn of the ultimate fate of the universe with Astronomer Royal, Professor Martin Rees. Plus, in Kitchen Science we see how sunlight can start a fire and mirrors can cause explosions! naked scientists,kitchen science 57:10 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.07.27/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.07.27.m4a Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:35:18 +0000 It's an Extravaganza of Questions and Answers on the Naked Scientists this week as we take on your questions, including whether dogs can sniff out a seizure, what is fire made of, and how do glow in the dark objects work? Also, we hear what an artificial tongue can tell us about speech production and the way to build superior voice recognition software, we rev up a system that can harness the waste heat in car exhaust to boost efficiency, find out how to flavour breast milk and hear why dolphins sing lullabies. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave go for a drive with a helium filled balloon to uncover the basis of inertia! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists It's an Extravaganza of Questions and Answers on the Naked Scientists this week as we take on your questions, including whether dogs can sniff out a seizure, what is fire made of, and how do glow in the dark objects work? Also, we hear what an artificial tongue can tell us about speech production and the way to build superior voice recognition software, we rev up a system that can harness the waste heat in car exhaust to boost efficiency, find out how to flavour breast milk and hear why dolphins sing lullabies. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave go for a drive with a helium filled balloon to uncover the basis of inertia! bumblebee,pig,science,naked scientists,kitchen science 55:34 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.07.20/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.07.20.m4a Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:36:03 +0000 Drug Discovery: On this week's Naked Scientists, drug development goes under the microscope as we explore two new ways to find the treatments of tomorrow. We find out why size is important when it comes to chemicals that can kill superbugs, and how soil bacteria hold the chemical clues to the next generation of antibiotics. Plus, how sheets of carbon can be used to reveal single atoms of hydrogen beneath the microscope, how scientists have homed in on the part of the brain linked to obsessive compulsive disorder, and why electronically tagging jellyfish can tell us a sea turtle's secrets. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we make strange and unexpected shapes with bubbles! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Drug Discovery: On this week's Naked Scientists, drug development goes under the microscope as we explore two new ways to find the treatments of tomorrow. We find out why size is important when it comes to chemicals that can kill superbugs, and how soil bacteria hold the chemical clues to the next generation of antibiotics. Plus, how sheets of carbon can be used to reveal single atoms of hydrogen beneath the microscope, how scientists have homed in on the part of the brain linked to obsessive compulsive disorder, and why electronically tagging jellyfish can tell us a sea turtle's secrets. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we make strange and unexpected shapes with bubbles! drug,dna,naked scientists,kitchen science,Drug discovery,novel drugs,chemistry,x-ray crystallography,cancer,new chemicals,drug testing,polyketides,science talk,science radio,science podcast,bacteria,drug resistance,resistant,MRSA,new molecules,treatments, 59:42 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.07.13/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.07.13.m4a Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:37:58 +0000 We're going for gold on this week's Olympian Naked Scientists, by discovering the sporty science of performance enhancement. We find out how drugs can help boost an athlete's performance, and how the testing labs are hot on their heels! We also explore how altitude training and hi-tech trainers can power athletes past their personal bests. Plus, a stem cell cure for muscular dystrophy, flies with flu and how a rubber Anaconda could generate energy from waves. And in Kitchen Science, we find out how to get the biggest bounce from two balls! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We're going for gold on this week's Olympian Naked Scientists, by discovering the sporty science of performance enhancement. We find out how drugs can help boost an athlete's performance, and how the testing labs are hot on their heels! We also explore how altitude training and hi-tech trainers can power athletes past their personal bests. Plus, a stem cell cure for muscular dystrophy, flies with flu and how a rubber Anaconda could generate energy from waves. And in Kitchen Science, we find out how to get the biggest bounce from two balls! science,naked scientists,kitchen science 56:25 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.07.06/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.07.06.m4a Mon, 7 Jul 2008 13:27:38 +0000 Give yourself the time to listen to this week's Naked Scientists Show, where we find out about the Body Clock! We discover the constant chemical cascade that keeps your clock in check, and how not seeing the sun leads to S.A.D. We probe the plant clock to explore how trees tell the time, and why even plants can suffer from jetlag. Plus, why Stradivarius' violins sound so good, why fun size snacks may be making you fat and how cuttlefish sneak a peak at their future food. Also, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave get water from flames! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Give yourself the time to listen to this week's Naked Scientists Show, where we find out about the Body Clock! We discover the constant chemical cascade that keeps your clock in check, and how not seeing the sun leads to S.A.D. We probe the plant clock to explore how trees tell the time, and why even plants can suffer from jetlag. Plus, why Stradivarius' violins sound so good, why fun size snacks may be making you fat and how cuttlefish sneak a peak at their future food. Also, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave get water from flames! circadian,body clock,naked scientist,kitchen science,dreams,plant clock,rhythm,calendar,alarm,sleep,wake,lark,owl,time,imagination,cuttlefish eggs,Seasonal Affective Disorder,SAD,S.A.D,depression,winter blues,stradivarius,jet lag,flame,condensation,candle 54:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.06.29/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.06.29.m4a Tue, 1 Jul 2008 17:22:18 +0000 It's 150 years since Darwin's theory of Evolution was presented to the Linnean Society, and so we've Naturally Selected the Science of Evolution! We find out why scientists have revisited a textbook example of natural selection in action, find out why horny sheep are gambling on good weather and how bacteria in the lab can evolve into a new species! We find out why tragedy almost kept Darwin's ideas from ever being seen, by looking at the archives of his own letters. Plus, why crocodiles chat from inside their eggs, a new way to send messages underwater and why Martian soil would be good for growing cabbages! And in kitchen science we find out which surface is best for keeping ice cool. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists It's 150 years since Darwin's theory of Evolution was presented to the Linnean Society, and so we've Naturally Selected the Science of Evolution! We find out why scientists have revisited a textbook example of natural selection in action, find out why horny sheep are gambling on good weather and how bacteria in the lab can evolve into a new species! We find out why tragedy almost kept Darwin's ideas from ever being seen, by looking at the archives of his own letters. Plus, why crocodiles chat from inside their eggs, a new way to send messages underwater and why Martian soil would be good for growing cabbages! And in kitchen science we find out which surface is best for keeping ice cool. 56:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.06.22/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.06.22.m4a Tue, 24 Jun 2008 17:15:07 +0000 Mirrors, Magnets and Meteorites make an appearance in this week's Naked Scientists Question and Answer Show. We find out how the immune system could be convinced to fight skin cancer, how future MRI scans could be in colour, and why easy-clean computer keyboards could help keep MRSA out of hospitals. We answer your questions about inhaling helium, wind turbines, bacteria and the molecular basis of mirrors. Plus, in Kitchen Science Dave sets us the Balloon Kebab Challenge! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Mirrors, Magnets and Meteorites make an appearance in this week's Naked Scientists Question and Answer Show. We find out how the immune system could be convinced to fight skin cancer, how future MRI scans could be in colour, and why easy-clean computer keyboards could help keep MRSA out of hospitals. We answer your questions about inhaling helium, wind turbines, bacteria and the molecular basis of mirrors. Plus, in Kitchen Science Dave sets us the Balloon Kebab Challenge! naked scientists,kitchen science 56:37 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.06.15/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.06.15.m4a Tue, 17 Jun 2008 17:07:21 +0000 Get Red Hot and Dirty with the Naked Scientists as we explore the science of volcanoes. We discover how the heat from hot rocks can be used to work out what gases are emerging, how likely a volcano is to erupt and whether it will go with a bang or a whimper. We also hear how hot runny rock can shatter under pressure to trigger an earthquake, and dip into the cooler, dirtier world of mud Volcanoes, like Lusi, which is currently pouring millions of gallons of mud onto the island of Java. Plus, we find out how a small date plant made history by being the oldest seed ever to germinate, why the paper of the future could be as tough as iron, and, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave provoke an eruption of their own! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Get Red Hot and Dirty with the Naked Scientists as we explore the science of volcanoes. We discover how the heat from hot rocks can be used to work out what gases are emerging, how likely a volcano is to erupt and whether it will go with a bang or a whimper. We also hear how hot runny rock can shatter under pressure to trigger an earthquake, and dip into the cooler, dirtier world of mud Volcanoes, like Lusi, which is currently pouring millions of gallons of mud onto the island of Java. Plus, we find out how a small date plant made history by being the oldest seed ever to germinate, why the paper of the future could be as tough as iron, and, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave provoke an eruption of their own! lava,volcano,fire,science,naked scientists,kitchen science 56:40 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.06.08/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.06.08.m4a Tue, 10 Jun 2008 14:30:17 +0000 Ancient Greece is on the naked scientists' menu this week as we travel back in time to 1200 BC to discover how modern science and a 3000 year old poem have solved an ancient riddle. A team of classicists, geologists and archaeologists claim to have found the island of Ithaca, home of the legendary Greek hero Odysseus. Digging further into the past we also hear how geophysics can help archaeologists to see what lies buried underground but without having to lift a trowel. We also learn how dormant brain stem cells can be brought back to life, why it's not just size that is important when it comes to brains, and the mind-controlling parasite that turns its host first into an egg-incubator and then into a bodyguard. Plus, in Kitchen Science, savouring the Greek flavour, Ben and Dave recreate the science of the original Naked Scientist, Archimedes, and find out whether a heap of gold coins are the real thing... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Ancient Greece is on the naked scientists' menu this week as we travel back in time to 1200 BC to discover how modern science and a 3000 year old poem have solved an ancient riddle. A team of classicists, geologists and archaeologists claim to have found the island of Ithaca, home of the legendary Greek hero Odysseus. Digging further into the past we also hear how geophysics can help archaeologists to see what lies buried underground but without having to lift a trowel. We also learn how dormant brain stem cells can be brought back to life, why it's not just size that is important when it comes to brains, and the mind-controlling parasite that turns its host first into an egg-incubator and then into a bodyguard. Plus, in Kitchen Science, savouring the Greek flavour, Ben and Dave recreate the science of the original Naked Scientist, Archimedes, and find out whether a heap of gold coins are the real thing... kitchen science,continental plate,EPIC,continental,earthquake,NASA,blind,mountain,bat,LED,naked scientists 56:59 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.06.01/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.06.01.m4a Tue, 3 Jun 2008 12:30:31 +0000 Footballs in space, mind-controlled machines and long-lasting bubbles join your questions on this week's Naked Scientists Question and Answer show. We discover the feminine side of prostate cancer and the robot that can walk up walls, and also hear how a computer has designed the next generation of mosquito repellents. Plus, we revisit the Phoenix mission on Mars, and also find out how surfing the internet can contribute more carbon to climate change than surfing the skies in an aeroplane! Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave demonstrates a psychedelic effect with some milk. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Footballs in space, mind-controlled machines and long-lasting bubbles join your questions on this week's Naked Scientists Question and Answer show. We discover the feminine side of prostate cancer and the robot that can walk up walls, and also hear how a computer has designed the next generation of mosquito repellents. Plus, we revisit the Phoenix mission on Mars, and also find out how surfing the internet can contribute more carbon to climate change than surfing the skies in an aeroplane! Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave demonstrates a psychedelic effect with some milk. science,naked scientists,kitchen science 56:10 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.05.25/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.05.25.m4a Tue, 27 May 2008 15:19:45 +0000 Hours before NASA's phoenix mission was due to land on Mars, the Naked Scientists took our own tour of the Martian landscape. We discuss how looking in valleys could tell us what shaped the Martian surface, and how probing Martian mud could reveal signs of life past and present. Also, we find out how scientists have watched the explosive death of a star, and how an asteroid collision millions of miles away could have seen the birth of the meteorite that killed off the dinosaurs. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we show you how to make weightless water! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Hours before NASA's phoenix mission was due to land on Mars, the Naked Scientists took our own tour of the Martian landscape. We discuss how looking in valleys could tell us what shaped the Martian surface, and how probing Martian mud could reveal signs of life past and present. Also, we find out how scientists have watched the explosive death of a star, and how an asteroid collision millions of miles away could have seen the birth of the meteorite that killed off the dinosaurs. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we show you how to make weightless water! car,hubble space telescope,mars,hubble,meteorite,asteroid,NASA,telescope,dinosaur,sand,LED,naked scientists,kitchen science 57:24 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.05.18/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.05.18.m4a Tue, 20 May 2008 17:19:13 +0000 Come with us on a tour of your body to discover how the bacteria that live on and in you play an important role! Bad breath bacteria, good gut bugs and the ones that escape through the other end all make an appearance, as we find out how bacteria are essential to your health and how probiotics could prevent or even treat asthma and allergies. Plus, we find out how clot busting drugs could treat brain haemorrhages, why pilot whales are the cheetahs of the sea and how a robot could give you a full head of hair. Plus, in a smelly kitchen science we ask if coughs and sneezes can spread diseases, then what about flatulence? - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Come with us on a tour of your body to discover how the bacteria that live on and in you play an important role! Bad breath bacteria, good gut bugs and the ones that escape through the other end all make an appearance, as we find out how bacteria are essential to your health and how probiotics could prevent or even treat asthma and allergies. Plus, we find out how clot busting drugs could treat brain haemorrhages, why pilot whales are the cheetahs of the sea and how a robot could give you a full head of hair. Plus, in a smelly kitchen science we ask if coughs and sneezes can spread diseases, then what about flatulence? kitchen science,probiotics,probiotic,asthma,sneeze,robot,whale,naked scientists 01:04:13 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.05.11/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.05.11.m4a Tue, 13 May 2008 17:34:12 +0000 Using nature's own tricks, we find out how to avoid mosquito bites, grow more crops and keep the weeds away in this week's Naked Scientists. We find out why mosquitoes prefer some people to others, and how to use pheromones to turn an insect's sex-drive against it! Also, why dentists could use plasma to cut down on drilling, why breast is best for bigger brains and why Popeye was right, spinach really does make you stronger. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we brave a box of biting mozzies to see if insect repellent really does repel! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Using nature's own tricks, we find out how to avoid mosquito bites, grow more crops and keep the weeds away in this week's Naked Scientists. We find out why mosquitoes prefer some people to others, and how to use pheromones to turn an insect's sex-drive against it! Also, why dentists could use plasma to cut down on drilling, why breast is best for bigger brains and why Popeye was right, spinach really does make you stronger. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we brave a box of biting mozzies to see if insect repellent really does repel! mosquito,naked scientists,kitchen science 56:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.05.04/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.05.04.m4a Tue, 6 May 2008 15:23:15 +0000 Black holes, bright birds and ice evaporating in the freezer all come under scrutiny in this week's Naked Science Question and Answer Show. We also find out why space is so cold, what happens when a neutron star collapses and where houseflies buzz off to in winter. Plus, we discover a robot who keeps kids company in hospital, and catch up with the the latest tech news about Twitter. Also, we hear how bats are louder than a rock concert, how a quantum trick could let birds see magnetism and we peer into the biggest eye in the animal kingdom - belonging to the Colossal Squid. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we get close to some hot rubber! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Black holes, bright birds and ice evaporating in the freezer all come under scrutiny in this week's Naked Science Question and Answer Show. We also find out why space is so cold, what happens when a neutron star collapses and where houseflies buzz off to in winter. Plus, we discover a robot who keeps kids company in hospital, and catch up with the the latest tech news about Twitter. Also, we hear how bats are louder than a rock concert, how a quantum trick could let birds see magnetism and we peer into the biggest eye in the animal kingdom - belonging to the Colossal Squid. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we get close to some hot rubber! kangaroo,trap,naked scientists,kitchen science 56:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.04.27/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.04.27.m4a Tue, 29 Apr 2008 15:44:16 +0000 Stunning sapphires, dazzling diamonds and red rubies abound in this week's sparkling edition of the Naked Scientists in which we find out how gemstones are formed, what makes them so beautiful and why they're so rare. We also reveal the tricks used by experts to flush out fake stones, and discover how synthetic diamonds can make better lasers, more powerful electronics, sweeter tweeters and cutting-edge scalpels. Plus, why a mongoose could be your best friend in a minefield, how a good breakfast leads to more male births and, in Kitchen Science, how to grow some beautiful crystals at home! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Stunning sapphires, dazzling diamonds and red rubies abound in this week's sparkling edition of the Naked Scientists in which we find out how gemstones are formed, what makes them so beautiful and why they're so rare. We also reveal the tricks used by experts to flush out fake stones, and discover how synthetic diamonds can make better lasers, more powerful electronics, sweeter tweeters and cutting-edge scalpels. Plus, why a mongoose could be your best friend in a minefield, how a good breakfast leads to more male births and, in Kitchen Science, how to grow some beautiful crystals at home! spark,continental plate,continental,meteorite,diamond,laser,science,naked scientists,kitchen science 56:26 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.04.20/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.04.20.m4a Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:14:38 +0000 Sustainable Solar power in Sydney, home-generated electricity and green-housing developments go under the microscope this week as we explore the science of sustainable living. Meanwhile Dave goes for gold in water recycling by purifying and drinking water from urine, and we also find out how vitamin supplements can kill, discover an atom-thin transistor and hear how testosterone provoke boom and bust on the stock market. So join us as we become eco-estate agents and go through the keyholes of the Green Houses of Tomorrow! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Sustainable Solar power in Sydney, home-generated electricity and green-housing developments go under the microscope this week as we explore the science of sustainable living. Meanwhile Dave goes for gold in water recycling by purifying and drinking water from urine, and we also find out how vitamin supplements can kill, discover an atom-thin transistor and hear how testosterone provoke boom and bust on the stock market. So join us as we become eco-estate agents and go through the keyholes of the Green Houses of Tomorrow! car,electricity,plaster,fire,radio,leaf,recycle,trap,australia,global warming,voice,carbon,flu,naked scientists,kitchen science 57:12 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.04.13/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.04.13.m4a Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:12:49 +0000 Solar Flares and the Sun's influence on our climate are the burning issues of this week's show. We discover an explosion on the Sun so large that it cut global communications all over the world and rendered compasses useless. Also, we'll be looking at the link between the sun and climate change and finding out how clouds could predict earthquakes. Plus, in this week's news, we discover why some balls are really hard to catch we talk about the seahorses returning to the Thames. And in Kitchen Science, Dave shows us how to light a bulb without wires - using only a balloon! All this and more on The (naked) Science of the Sun... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Solar Flares and the Sun's influence on our climate are the burning issues of this week's show. We discover an explosion on the Sun so large that it cut global communications all over the world and rendered compasses useless. Also, we'll be looking at the link between the sun and climate change and finding out how clouds could predict earthquakes. Plus, in this week's news, we discover why some balls are really hard to catch we talk about the seahorses returning to the Thames. And in Kitchen Science, Dave shows us how to light a bulb without wires - using only a balloon! All this and more on The (naked) Science of the Sun... solar flare,car,compass,astronomy,spacecraft,spectrum,vision,climate change,telescope,climate,sun,science,magnetic,naked scientists,kitchen science,solar science,energy saving light bulb,balloon science,STEREO,pop-up ball physics,seahorses,bacteria, 56:28 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.04.06/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.04.06.m4a Tue, 8 Apr 2008 15:30:33 +0000 Can cold water cause weight loss, is my mother-in-law turning into a reptile and why doesn't a mobile phone interfere with itself are all answered in this week's Naked Science Question and Answer Extravaganza. We also find out about a new way to keep track of your favourite online bands and musicians, and hear how the whole world harmonises - turning news into music in just three hours! Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave pulverises an egg to explain the basis of air pressure, and for Question of the Week Diana finds out whether alcohol can rehydrate a lost traveller in the desert. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Can cold water cause weight loss, is my mother-in-law turning into a reptile and why doesn't a mobile phone interfere with itself are all answered in this week's Naked Science Question and Answer Extravaganza. We also find out about a new way to keep track of your favourite online bands and musicians, and hear how the whole world harmonises - turning news into music in just three hours! Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave pulverises an egg to explain the basis of air pressure, and for Question of the Week Diana finds out whether alcohol can rehydrate a lost traveller in the desert. robot,science,naked scientists,kitchen science,Edinburgh science festival,wonderama,Tuneaday,body temperature,snake venom,mobile phone interference,online music,live music,egg science,food science,air pressure,question of the week,alcohol,dehydration, 58:55 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.03.30/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.03.30.m4a Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:32:51 +0000 This week we visit the Historic city of Edinburgh to put Scottish science under the microscope! We discover the incredible magnetic bacteria and find out how their bio-nano-magnets could help treat cancer. We find out how satellite images can help predict outbreaks of cholera, and talk about the twist in the tale of TB - drug resistant Tuberculosis has now been found in the UK, so what is this disease and how can we hope to treat it? Also, how scientists have used cloned stem cells to treat Parkinson's disease in mice, how a whiff of anaesthetic could sooth traumatic memories and why bonobo apes play it safe while chimps like to gamble. Plus, in Kitchen Science we find out how yeast makes fluffy bread and fizzy beer! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we visit the Historic city of Edinburgh to put Scottish science under the microscope! We discover the incredible magnetic bacteria and find out how their bio-nano-magnets could help treat cancer. We find out how satellite images can help predict outbreaks of cholera, and talk about the twist in the tale of TB - drug resistant Tuberculosis has now been found in the UK, so what is this disease and how can we hope to treat it? Also, how scientists have used cloned stem cells to treat Parkinson's disease in mice, how a whiff of anaesthetic could sooth traumatic memories and why bonobo apes play it safe while chimps like to gamble. Plus, in Kitchen Science we find out how yeast makes fluffy bread and fizzy beer! car,food,chemistry,plankton,education,genome,magnetic,journal,magnetic field,bacteria,magnet,satellite,PET,risk,drug,tin,naked scientists,kitchen science 58:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.03.16/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.03.16.m4a Tue, 18 Mar 2008 17:57:48 +0000 This week, we catch up with the action from this year's Cambridge Science Festival. We find out what you could learn from a plasticine brain and how your next holiday could be literally out-of-this-world! We explore the science of Dr who's Sonic Screwdrivers, Spiderman and Skateboarders and find out how long the festival takes to prepare. Plus, how meteorite strikes benefit life on Earth, get a step closer to a cure for one of the most common forms of blindness and find out why chimps on TV could be harming their cousins in the wild. All this, and in Kitchen Science we show you how to make a Vacuum machine powered bazooka! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we catch up with the action from this year's Cambridge Science Festival. We find out what you could learn from a plasticine brain and how your next holiday could be literally out-of-this-world! We explore the science of Dr who's Sonic Screwdrivers, Spiderman and Skateboarders and find out how long the festival takes to prepare. Plus, how meteorite strikes benefit life on Earth, get a step closer to a cure for one of the most common forms of blindness and find out why chimps on TV could be harming their cousins in the wild. All this, and in Kitchen Science we show you how to make a Vacuum machine powered bazooka! science,naked scientists,kitchen science,Cambridge Science Festival, Science of Dr Who,Real sonic screwdrivers,TARDIS physics,Space tourism,commercial space travel,virgin galactic,carol vorderman,chimps,skateboard physics,meteorite benefit,vacuum bazooka, 59:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.03.09/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.03.09.m4a Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:01:09 +0000 On this week's Naked Scientists, we tackle your questions. We find out what creates a 'Moonbow', how much water there was on Earth over one million years ago and what happens to milk in the freezer. Also, how butterflies could remember what caterpillars learn, why electric cars may stress stretched water supplies and how the 'smell' of a coral reef attracts fish from miles around. Plus, we speak to Marc Abrahams, creator of the Ig Nobel awards for science that makes you laugh, then makes you think! And in Kitchen Science we try to strike a balance between two balloons! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this week's Naked Scientists, we tackle your questions. We find out what creates a 'Moonbow', how much water there was on Earth over one million years ago and what happens to milk in the freezer. Also, how butterflies could remember what caterpillars learn, why electric cars may stress stretched water supplies and how the 'smell' of a coral reef attracts fish from miles around. Plus, we speak to Marc Abrahams, creator of the Ig Nobel awards for science that makes you laugh, then makes you think! And in Kitchen Science we try to strike a balance between two balloons! kitchen science,science,naked scientists 58:58 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.03.02/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.03.02.m4a Mon, 3 Mar 2008 17:39:14 +0000 This week we're exploring the science of sound and music. We sound out the human voice, hear why we all talk differently, and probe the origins of accents and the means by which impersonators mimic their victims. Also, we discover how a tune can act like cocaine in your brain and why, in some cultures, music can replace a lawyer! Also, we hear what's going on in the brains of Jazz musicians as they improvise, see how hungry sharks are similar to shoppers and find out why a big brown bat needs magnetic bat-nav. Plus, in kitchen science we discover the musical secrets of plastic bottles! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we're exploring the science of sound and music. We sound out the human voice, hear why we all talk differently, and probe the origins of accents and the means by which impersonators mimic their victims. Also, we discover how a tune can act like cocaine in your brain and why, in some cultures, music can replace a lawyer! Also, we hear what's going on in the brains of Jazz musicians as they improvise, see how hungry sharks are similar to shoppers and find out why a big brown bat needs magnetic bat-nav. Plus, in kitchen science we discover the musical secrets of plastic bottles! music,emotion,voice,impact,sound,bone,evolution,play,love,naked scientists,kitchen science 56:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.02.24/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/The_Naked_Scientists_show_24.02.08.m4a Mon, 25 Feb 2008 11:52:08 +0000 This week the Naked Scientists go virtual! We'll be hearing how a new computer system can accurately gauge your age from a mugshot, we come face to face with the painting fool, a computer that can read - and then paint - your emotions, and we find out what's still lurking on your hard disc, even after you think you've wiped it. We also unveil Second Naked Scientists - our home in Second Life - and get stuck into a new molecular glue designed to replaces surgical stitches and staples. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave embark on a far from fruitless mission to charge an MP3 player with an orange... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week the Naked Scientists go virtual! We'll be hearing how a new computer system can accurately gauge your age from a mugshot, we come face to face with the painting fool, a computer that can read - and then paint - your emotions, and we find out what's still lurking on your hard disc, even after you think you've wiped it. We also unveil Second Naked Scientists - our home in Second Life - and get stuck into a new molecular glue designed to replaces surgical stitches and staples. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave embark on a far from fruitless mission to charge an MP3 player with an orange... 55:31 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.02.17/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.02.17.m4a Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:02:33 +0000 On this weeks Pan-Continental Naked Scientists we bring you the latest science news from the AAAS conference in Boston. We hear about why cholesterol-lowering drugs are good for us but bad for bacteria, see the map that shows mankind's effect on the oceans and discover the surprisingly complex science of sand castles. Also in this week's show, we look into the future for organ transplants - how bone marrow grafts could make rejection a thing of the past, keeping organs alive outside the body and how we can grow a beating heart in the lab! Plus, in Kitchen Science, we find out how to prove that blood circulates around the body! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this weeks Pan-Continental Naked Scientists we bring you the latest science news from the AAAS conference in Boston. We hear about why cholesterol-lowering drugs are good for us but bad for bacteria, see the map that shows mankind's effect on the oceans and discover the surprisingly complex science of sand castles. Also in this week's show, we look into the future for organ transplants - how bone marrow grafts could make rejection a thing of the past, keeping organs alive outside the body and how we can grow a beating heart in the lab! Plus, in Kitchen Science, we find out how to prove that blood circulates around the body! conference,transplant,stem cells,stem cell,naked scientists,kitchen science,cholesterol,MRSA,sand castle,bacteria,heart,lung,kidney,bone marrow,blood,immuno-suppressants,allogeneic,organ rejection,organ transport,AAAS,smell of old books, 56:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.02.10/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.02.10.m4a Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:58:27 +0000 This week on the Naked Scientists we discover novel drugs in carnivorous plants, genes pointing to prostate cancer and a way to capture waste wattage whilst walking. We hear about the future of 3D TV, the bio fuel carbon debt and how Pirate Bay could be about to walk the plank! Also, we take on your questions, such as why do electric lights stay on in a flood, how do animals evolve camouflage and why does a fresh cut throb? Plus, we have a shocking question of the week about the workings of electric eels, and in Kitchen Science we find out how to tell which drink is diet! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week on the Naked Scientists we discover novel drugs in carnivorous plants, genes pointing to prostate cancer and a way to capture waste wattage whilst walking. We hear about the future of 3D TV, the bio fuel carbon debt and how Pirate Bay could be about to walk the plank! Also, we take on your questions, such as why do electric lights stay on in a flood, how do animals evolve camouflage and why does a fresh cut throb? Plus, we have a shocking question of the week about the workings of electric eels, and in Kitchen Science we find out how to tell which drink is diet! asteroid,moon,science,naked scientists,kitchen science,eels,electric eels,science questions,factoids,science radio,experiments,electricity,hunger,anorexia,ocean exploration,biomechanical energy harvesting, 58:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.02.03/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.02.03.m4a Mon, 4 Feb 2008 16:03:02 +0000 Get Wet and Wild with the Naked Scientists! We don our wellies and wade into the science of wetlands, discovering the species you might see and why wetlands are vital for wildlife on land and at sea. We'll also find out how wetlands protect us from floods, and what can be done to conserve them in the face of climate change. Also in this weeks show, how Humans are fatally infecting Chimps with the common cold, the culture of a chameleon's colours and onions that can't make you cry! Plus, in Kitchen Science we hear the radio signal from a remote control, and find out how you can answer your mobile phone before it even starts ringing! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Get Wet and Wild with the Naked Scientists! We don our wellies and wade into the science of wetlands, discovering the species you might see and why wetlands are vital for wildlife on land and at sea. We'll also find out how wetlands protect us from floods, and what can be done to conserve them in the face of climate change. Also in this weeks show, how Humans are fatally infecting Chimps with the common cold, the culture of a chameleon's colours and onions that can't make you cry! Plus, in Kitchen Science we hear the radio signal from a remote control, and find out how you can answer your mobile phone before it even starts ringing! naked scientists,kitchen science,wetlands,World Wetland Day,Wildfowl,louisiana,wildlife,dam,flood,waterproof,reserve,conservation,ecosystem,climate change,climate,risk,Mississippi,delta,estuary,flood defence,Alkborough,ear wax,oxygen,radio,mobile phone, 56:45 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.01.27/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.01.27.m4a Mon, 28 Jan 2008 17:02:25 +0000 In this week's not-to-be-sniffed-at infectious episode of the naked scientists, we find out the facts of flu, including how the virus hijacks your cells, how new strains of the virus emerge to trigger epidemics and pandemics, and how scientists can combat the threat with vaccines. Also under the microscope is a new technique to identify viruses within just 2 hours, providing patients with a fast track to the right treatment! Also, how bone marrow transplants can overcome organ rejection, how to stop a terrorist with a mobile phone, and the new material 30 times blacker than our current blackest black! Plus, in kitchen science, we'll be pouring cold water on claims of centrifugal force... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In this week's not-to-be-sniffed-at infectious episode of the naked scientists, we find out the facts of flu, including how the virus hijacks your cells, how new strains of the virus emerge to trigger epidemics and pandemics, and how scientists can combat the threat with vaccines. Also under the microscope is a new technique to identify viruses within just 2 hours, providing patients with a fast track to the right treatment! Also, how bone marrow transplants can overcome organ rejection, how to stop a terrorist with a mobile phone, and the new material 30 times blacker than our current blackest black! Plus, in kitchen science, we'll be pouring cold water on claims of centrifugal force... influenza,pandemic,flu,virus,polymer,genes,genetic,naked scientists,kitchen science,RNA,diagnosis,vaccination,flu jab,treatment,terrorist,dirty bomb detection,mobile phone,black,centrifugal force,experiment,bucket experiment,amygdala,rising stars, 57:09 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.01.20/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.01.20.m4a Mon, 21 Jan 2008 17:00:08 +0000 On this week's Naked Scientists, We look at ways to tackle the problem of climate change - including capturing carbon at sea, trapping carbon dioxide in coal to release a useful fuel, and a way to turn co2 to stone, with the help of old lava floes! Also, we find out how silicon nano wires can be used to make super-batteries, why sneaky squirrels are faking what they do with their nuts, how the price tag on wine affects it's flavour and the parasite that makes it's ant-host resemble a piece of fruit. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we find out how a digital camera can see the signal from your TV remote! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists On this week's Naked Scientists, We look at ways to tackle the problem of climate change - including capturing carbon at sea, trapping carbon dioxide in coal to release a useful fuel, and a way to turn co2 to stone, with the help of old lava floes! Also, we find out how silicon nano wires can be used to make super-batteries, why sneaky squirrels are faking what they do with their nuts, how the price tag on wine affects it's flavour and the parasite that makes it's ant-host resemble a piece of fruit. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we find out how a digital camera can see the signal from your TV remote! basalt,car,flood,fruit,plankton,silica,limestone,calcium carbonate,lava,methane,worm,trap,climate change,carbon dioxide,naked scientists,kitchen science 56:50 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.01.13/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.01.13.m4a Mon, 14 Jan 2008 17:05:21 +0000 This week, we uncover an ideal anti-freeze for ice-cream, find out how scientists grew a new heart in a dish and hear how four simple lifestyle changes could make you live fourteen years longer. Also, we find out about the technology of the future, the tropical Paris of the past and the crystal secret behind the silvery sheen on fish scales. Plus, we asked for your questions and the floodgates opened! Why isn't your urine affected by coloured drinks and what does it mean if it's frothy? What happens when a lake is struck by lightning, and do you weigh less at the equator? Meanwhile, in Kitchen Science, we also show you how to make an Oboe out of a drinking straw! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we uncover an ideal anti-freeze for ice-cream, find out how scientists grew a new heart in a dish and hear how four simple lifestyle changes could make you live fourteen years longer. Also, we find out about the technology of the future, the tropical Paris of the past and the crystal secret behind the silvery sheen on fish scales. Plus, we asked for your questions and the floodgates opened! Why isn't your urine affected by coloured drinks and what does it mean if it's frothy? What happens when a lake is struck by lightning, and do you weigh less at the equator? Meanwhile, in Kitchen Science, we also show you how to make an Oboe out of a drinking straw! chemistry,moon,science,naked scientists,kitchen science,straw,oboe,anti freeze,ice cream,heart,paris,crystal,fish scales,lightning,pee,frothy pee,frothy urine,coloured urine,weight,amber,future technology,OLED,Wikea Search,CES,Hearing aids,nuke,mass, 59:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2008.01.06/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.01.06.m4a Mon, 7 Jan 2008 17:01:03 +0000 Hooked on the Naked Scientists? This week we're looking into the science of addiction, finding out how smoking alters the teenage brain, why a mixture of brain chemistry and psychological habits make drugs hard to kick, and how addiction re-wires the brain in a similar way to school. Also, how a good night's sleep could stave off diabetes, why traffic pollutes your IQ and why your next prescription could be a placebo! Plus we bring you the first in our series of Rising Stars, young researchers reporting from the coalface of science, and in Kitchen Science we show you how to levitate a squid! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Hooked on the Naked Scientists? This week we're looking into the science of addiction, finding out how smoking alters the teenage brain, why a mixture of brain chemistry and psychological habits make drugs hard to kick, and how addiction re-wires the brain in a similar way to school. Also, how a good night's sleep could stave off diabetes, why traffic pollutes your IQ and why your next prescription could be a placebo! Plus we bring you the first in our series of Rising Stars, young researchers reporting from the coalface of science, and in Kitchen Science we show you how to levitate a squid! chemistry,addiction,neuron,science,diet,drugs,naked scientists,kitchen science,new years resolution,quitting smoking,nicotine,science experiment,balloon science,Rising stars,hippocampus,pollution and IQ,smoking,smoking cessation,drug addiction,caffeine, 57:35 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.12.16/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.12.16.m4a Mon, 17 Dec 2007 15:18:22 +0000 Ho Ho Ho! This week on the Naked Scientists we're celebrating the festive season in style, with a party right here in the studio. From Christmas crackers to Brussels sprouts, we'll be looking at some of the science behind Christmas. We'll be learning about snowflakes and how these sub-zero designs are created, we'll find out what your choice of Christmas card says about you, and we'll reveal the best way to cook your sprouts, ensuring your family get all the nutrition they can this Christmas. Also, in Kitchen science we'll be getting you to butter bread and throw it off your kitchen counter in the name of science! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Ho Ho Ho! This week on the Naked Scientists we're celebrating the festive season in style, with a party right here in the studio. From Christmas crackers to Brussels sprouts, we'll be looking at some of the science behind Christmas. We'll be learning about snowflakes and how these sub-zero designs are created, we'll find out what your choice of Christmas card says about you, and we'll reveal the best way to cook your sprouts, ensuring your family get all the nutrition they can this Christmas. Also, in Kitchen science we'll be getting you to butter bread and throw it off your kitchen counter in the name of science! Naked Scientists, Why does toast land butter side down, Kitchen Science, Christmas Special, Christmas Card, Brussel Sprouts, Snowflakes 57:34 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.12.09/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.12.09.m4a Tue, 11 Dec 2007 09:59:13 +0000 This week, we take on your science questions, tackling the sticky subject of how glue works, the explosive potential of underground uranium and the problems with performance enhancing-football shirts. We look into gastroenteritis and find out how just one gram of vomit could infect one million people, and if that hasn't put you off your food, how acrylamide, found in toast and other tasty foods, may cause cancer. Plus, how the future of the paperback could be plastic, and in Kitchen Science we tell you the easy way to keep mirrors mist-free - using only soap! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we take on your science questions, tackling the sticky subject of how glue works, the explosive potential of underground uranium and the problems with performance enhancing-football shirts. We look into gastroenteritis and find out how just one gram of vomit could infect one million people, and if that hasn't put you off your food, how acrylamide, found in toast and other tasty foods, may cause cancer. Plus, how the future of the paperback could be plastic, and in Kitchen Science we tell you the easy way to keep mirrors mist-free - using only soap! egg,science,naked scientists,kitchen science,science questions,norovirus,gastroenteritis,vomiting,football shirts,acrylamide,e-book,mist-free mirror,uranium,nuclear power,glue,science of glue, 01:00:59 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.12.02/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.12.02.m4a Tue, 4 Dec 2007 13:40:27 +0000 This week we learn about Alzheimer's disease, how it changes the brain and may be caused by the virus which causes cold sores. We probe your grey matter to find out how memory works, what goes wrong to give us false memories, and the science behind earworms - the songs that we can't get out of our heads! Also, GM plants that can survive a drought, why future chewing gum may contain magnolia bark and how a mirror can kill phantom limb pain. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we fool our senses with some plastic, some paper and a carpet! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we learn about Alzheimer's disease, how it changes the brain and may be caused by the virus which causes cold sores. We probe your grey matter to find out how memory works, what goes wrong to give us false memories, and the science behind earworms - the songs that we can't get out of our heads! Also, GM plants that can survive a drought, why future chewing gum may contain magnolia bark and how a mirror can kill phantom limb pain. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we fool our senses with some plastic, some paper and a carpet! crime,kitchen science,car,dam,alzheimer's disease,learning,memory,herpes,mri,alzheimer,PET,virus,naked scientists,brain,false memory,earworm,ear worm,HSV,cold sores,herpes virus,dementia,glaucoma,science question,nervous system,peripheral,nerve damage, 58:43 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.11.25/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.11.25.m4a Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:08:22 +0000 This week, we bring you the highlights of the Naked Scientists trip to South Africa. We explore what life is like in the poor regions of Johannesburg, and how the frightening reality of HIV and AIDS offers a silver lining in prevention research. Plus, In a journey through our evolutionary history, we come face to face with the two-and-a-half million year old Taung child, one of the most important human ancestor fossils ever found. Also, we find out why a moon like ours is rare in the universe, how opals get their colours and how mice choose a mate by smelling their wee. And in kitchen science, we learn how to throw your voice huge distances with the aid of a satellite dish. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we bring you the highlights of the Naked Scientists trip to South Africa. We explore what life is like in the poor regions of Johannesburg, and how the frightening reality of HIV and AIDS offers a silver lining in prevention research. Plus, In a journey through our evolutionary history, we come face to face with the two-and-a-half million year old Taung child, one of the most important human ancestor fossils ever found. Also, we find out why a moon like ours is rare in the universe, how opals get their colours and how mice choose a mate by smelling their wee. And in kitchen science, we learn how to throw your voice huge distances with the aid of a satellite dish. HIV,naked scientists,kitchen science 57:21 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.11.18/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_scientists_show_07.11.18.m4a Mon, 19 Nov 2007 13:49:51 +0000 This week on the Naked Scientists we cross hemispheres to explore galaxies far far away. Chris presents live from Johannesburg to discuss the South African Large Telescope whilst back in the studio we explore the effects of space travel on the body, the expansion of our universe and the possibilities of another planet earth. We also investigate effects on our hearing and bring you a special kitchen science that could be out of this world. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week on the Naked Scientists we cross hemispheres to explore galaxies far far away. Chris presents live from Johannesburg to discuss the South African Large Telescope whilst back in the studio we explore the effects of space travel on the body, the expansion of our universe and the possibilities of another planet earth. We also investigate effects on our hearing and bring you a special kitchen science that could be out of this world. hemisphere,reserve,meteorite,astronomy,telescope,australia,galaxy,stress,mountain,space,orbit,gravity,school,radiation,tin,universe,salt,naked scientists,kitchen science 58:17 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.11.11/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.11.11.m4a Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:59:45 +0000 This week on the Naked Scientists we seek solutions to your science questions. From finding the site of the big bang to repairing the retina, mirages on the motorway to fruit fireworks in your microwave. We also find out why staying in bed could help you keep slim, we explore the genes that let flies get drunk, and discover the source of the so-called "Oh My God! Particles", which have 100 million times more energy than in our biggest particle accelerators. Also, we catch up with the latest in robotic cars and learn about the micro-microwave being used for analysis in the field. Plus, in a live Kitchen Science, Dave finds out when is the best time to add milk, and still have the hottest tea. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week on the Naked Scientists we seek solutions to your science questions. From finding the site of the big bang to repairing the retina, mirages on the motorway to fruit fireworks in your microwave. We also find out why staying in bed could help you keep slim, we explore the genes that let flies get drunk, and discover the source of the so-called "Oh My God! Particles", which have 100 million times more energy than in our biggest particle accelerators. Also, we catch up with the latest in robotic cars and learn about the micro-microwave being used for analysis in the field. Plus, in a live Kitchen Science, Dave finds out when is the best time to add milk, and still have the hottest tea. mould,silica,science,naked scientists,kitchen science,microwaves,microwave oven,retina,stem cells,retina repair,grape microwave,grape sparks,DARPA Urban challenge,robot cars,OMG particles,obesity,sleep,obesity and sleep,hot tea,tea cooling, 57:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.11.04/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.11.04.m4a Mon, 5 Nov 2007 15:01:38 +0000 This week on the Naked Scientists, we're probing the origins of man and pursuing the spread of humans around the world. We find out how to date a hobbit, discover how an enormous flood formed the English Channel, and examine the evidence for when ancient humans first used fire. We also tune into the world's smallest nano-sized radio, talk to the two men who flew over Mt Everest on paragliders and in Kitchen Science, we show you how to re-light your fire! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week on the Naked Scientists, we're probing the origins of man and pursuing the spread of humans around the world. We find out how to date a hobbit, discover how an enormous flood formed the English Channel, and examine the evidence for when ancient humans first used fire. We also tune into the world's smallest nano-sized radio, talk to the two men who flew over Mt Everest on paragliders and in Kitchen Science, we show you how to re-light your fire! flint,dam,spark,kitchen science,modern humans,hominid,lake,storm,ear,evolution,naked scientists 58:11 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.10.28/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.10.28.m4a Tue, 30 Oct 2007 18:05:58 +0000 This week on the Award Winning Naked Scientists we find out about stem cells and cloning. We discuss the elusive 'stemness' that allows cells to specialise, and learn about cloning in the post-Dolly the sheep era. We also find out how genetics has revealed that Neanderthals were redheads, how soap affects shoals of fish and some turtles come equipped with anti-roll bars. We also pay a visit to the Manchester Science Festival for a chat with Johnny Ball, and in Kitchen Science, we "clone at home" and find out the future of the humble banana. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week on the Award Winning Naked Scientists we find out about stem cells and cloning. We discuss the elusive 'stemness' that allows cells to specialise, and learn about cloning in the post-Dolly the sheep era. We also find out how genetics has revealed that Neanderthals were redheads, how soap affects shoals of fish and some turtles come equipped with anti-roll bars. We also pay a visit to the Manchester Science Festival for a chat with Johnny Ball, and in Kitchen Science, we "clone at home" and find out the future of the humble banana. Stem cells,cloning,embryonic,science radio,science chat,kitchen science,naked scientists,naked science,genetics,bananas,science news,johnny ball,stemness,leukaemia,dolly the sheep,clone,soap,shoal cohesion,Josh award,Manchester science festival,leukemia, 57:39 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.10.21/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.10.21.m4a Mon, 22 Oct 2007 13:42:11 +0000 This week, we delve inside atoms to find out what matter is made of, and how smashing them together can tell us about the birth of the universe. We learn about quarks, antimatter and the 'god particle' and discover that scientists are actually trying to build a black hole in the lab! Also, nano-wires give us the world's smallest solar cells, we hear about glue from mussels that sticks to teflon and the genes that tell you when to wee. Plus Meera peers inside the Dead Sea scrolls without even having to unroll them, using x-rays called 'synchrotron light', and Ben and Dave show you how to conduct your own particle physics experiment, using an old TV set and a magnet! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we delve inside atoms to find out what matter is made of, and how smashing them together can tell us about the birth of the universe. We learn about quarks, antimatter and the 'god particle' and discover that scientists are actually trying to build a black hole in the lab! Also, nano-wires give us the world's smallest solar cells, we hear about glue from mussels that sticks to teflon and the genes that tell you when to wee. Plus Meera peers inside the Dead Sea scrolls without even having to unroll them, using x-rays called 'synchrotron light', and Ben and Dave show you how to conduct your own particle physics experiment, using an old TV set and a magnet! quark,diamond,polymer,proton,smoking,universe,big bang,x-ray,naked scientists,kitchen science 57:51 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.10.14/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.10.14.m4a Mon, 15 Oct 2007 14:16:44 +0000 This week, we're taking on your science questions. We find out how cockroaches and ants avoid the heat in a microwave oven, how best to protect yourself from lightning and why a light box can save you from a SAD winter. Also, a table decoration inspired, radiation-resistant spaceship design to keep astronauts healthy, how the contraceptive pill hurts A lapdancers' looks and why penguins prefer to go fishing with their pals. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave explains how to make a detector for the Earth's magnetic field - a home made compass! But will it work in space? And what will happen when the Earth's magnetic field swaps round? We answer all these questions and more. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we're taking on your science questions. We find out how cockroaches and ants avoid the heat in a microwave oven, how best to protect yourself from lightning and why a light box can save you from a SAD winter. Also, a table decoration inspired, radiation-resistant spaceship design to keep astronauts healthy, how the contraceptive pill hurts A lapdancers' looks and why penguins prefer to go fishing with their pals. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave explains how to make a detector for the Earth's magnetic field - a home made compass! But will it work in space? And what will happen when the Earth's magnetic field swaps round? We answer all these questions and more. car,bubble,naked scientists,kitchen science,microwave oven,Radiation,SAD,Seasonal Affective Disorder,compass,navigation,lapdancer,penguin,light box therapy,contraceptive pill,Macaw,Heartbeats,magnetic field, 58:10 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.10.07/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.10.07.m4a Mon, 8 Oct 2007 14:26:02 +0000 This week, we're quenching our thirst for knowledge with the science of Beer and Brewing! We learn about how beer is made, why nitrogen is vital for the perfect pint of Guinness and why professors of brewing think they have the best job in the world. We also delve into the natural history of beer, to discuss the age old argument, what came first, the beer or the bread? We look into the future of beer, finding out how the chemistry of carbon dioxide could provide a purer pint. Also, a spicy way to specifically kill pain, saving slight with plastic corneas, and the hot, smelly sex lives of ancient plants. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben goes for the hard stuff by learning about distillation and the science of scotch. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we're quenching our thirst for knowledge with the science of Beer and Brewing! We learn about how beer is made, why nitrogen is vital for the perfect pint of Guinness and why professors of brewing think they have the best job in the world. We also delve into the natural history of beer, to discuss the age old argument, what came first, the beer or the bread? We look into the future of beer, finding out how the chemistry of carbon dioxide could provide a purer pint. Also, a spicy way to specifically kill pain, saving slight with plastic corneas, and the hot, smelly sex lives of ancient plants. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben goes for the hard stuff by learning about distillation and the science of scotch. car,alcohol,yeast,wine,surprise,carbon dioxide,naked scientists,kitchen science,beer,brewing,chilli,painkiller,pain relief, 57:49 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.09.30/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.09.30.m4a Tue, 2 Oct 2007 11:13:36 +0000 This week, we're exploring the science of Smart Materials - we discover a Super-Non-Stick coating that even honey wont stick to and flexible plastic paper with E-Ink that we-writes itself on demand. We learn how potatoes could form the basis of future plastics and a new way to think about 'bone china', as ceramics and polymers could replace your broken bones. Also, we discover where sea turtles spend their childhood, how a microRNA gene switch could put the brakes on the spread of cancer and how thousands of cases of breast cancer could be avoided without medication. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we show you how a simple cotton handkerchief can hold back a torrent of water! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we're exploring the science of Smart Materials - we discover a Super-Non-Stick coating that even honey wont stick to and flexible plastic paper with E-Ink that we-writes itself on demand. We learn how potatoes could form the basis of future plastics and a new way to think about 'bone china', as ceramics and polymers could replace your broken bones. Also, we discover where sea turtles spend their childhood, how a microRNA gene switch could put the brakes on the spread of cancer and how thousands of cases of breast cancer could be avoided without medication. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we show you how a simple cotton handkerchief can hold back a torrent of water! bioplastic,car,dam,lcd,biodegradable,butterfly,titanium,interface,honey,recycle,wing,implant,titan,polymer,petrol,art,egg,plastic,naked scientists,kitchen science,materials,teflon,non-stick,surface science,cancer,ceramic bone,medical materials, implants, 58:24 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.09.23/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.09.23.m4a Tue, 25 Sep 2007 12:13:33 +0000 This week, robots have taken over the Naked Scientists! Okay, not really but we are looking into the world of robotics to find robots that can clean your floor, disarm bombs and wage war on our behalf. We find out about 'Curious George', a robot that can locate objects in the real world even though it's only ever seen them online, and ask if artificial intelligence will give us free thinking machines or murderous intellects? We also find out about how robots have revolutionised the study of genetics, learn about a mini movie showing the formation of blood platelets in real time, and uncover the oldest human remains ever found outside of Africa. Plus, we explore how a lightning strike acts as a particle accelerator, the science behind the perfect cake mix and in Kitchen Science Ben and Dave explain the principle behind a robot's knees - by showing you how to make an electromagnet! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, robots have taken over the Naked Scientists! Okay, not really but we are looking into the world of robotics to find robots that can clean your floor, disarm bombs and wage war on our behalf. We find out about 'Curious George', a robot that can locate objects in the real world even though it's only ever seen them online, and ask if artificial intelligence will give us free thinking machines or murderous intellects? We also find out about how robots have revolutionised the study of genetics, learn about a mini movie showing the formation of blood platelets in real time, and uncover the oldest human remains ever found outside of Africa. Plus, we explore how a lightning strike acts as a particle accelerator, the science behind the perfect cake mix and in Kitchen Science Ben and Dave explain the principle behind a robot's knees - by showing you how to make an electromagnet! robot,intelligence,emotion,dream,vision,art,impact,naked scientists,kitchen science,electromagnet,hellfire,missile,war robot,predator robot,battlefield robot,artificial intelligence,AI,I Robot,robot cleaner,Curious George,evolution,experiment,Noel Sharkey 57:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.09.16/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.09.16.m4a Tue, 18 Sep 2007 15:34:53 +0000 This week we're bringing you the very best bits from the BA Festival of Science in York. We discover a chewing gum that dissolves in the wash but still keeps your breath fresh, get some good news about cancer and find out why jogging may not be good for heart patient recovery if it's near a busy road. Also, Chris risks his health to find out about plague control in 17th Century York, and chocolate may be nicer than it is naughty, as Roger Corder explains how it could be good for your health. Out and about in the festival, Meera explores the psychology of commuter cooperation during the 2005 London bombings, tunes in to non-contact musical instruments and gets immersed in pure colour. Plus, we tackle your questions about good viruses, antioxidants and the Aurora Borealis. In Kitchen science Ben & Dave explore the physics behind a football and find out how to 'Bend it like Beckham.' - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we're bringing you the very best bits from the BA Festival of Science in York. We discover a chewing gum that dissolves in the wash but still keeps your breath fresh, get some good news about cancer and find out why jogging may not be good for heart patient recovery if it's near a busy road. Also, Chris risks his health to find out about plague control in 17th Century York, and chocolate may be nicer than it is naughty, as Roger Corder explains how it could be good for your health. Out and about in the festival, Meera explores the psychology of commuter cooperation during the 2005 London bombings, tunes in to non-contact musical instruments and gets immersed in pure colour. Plus, we tackle your questions about good viruses, antioxidants and the Aurora Borealis. In Kitchen science Ben & Dave explore the physics behind a football and find out how to 'Bend it like Beckham.' naked scientists,kitchen science, football physics,cancer,BA Festival,the-BA,Science Festival,psychology,colourdome,viruses,plague,special needs music,commuter,London bomb,York,chocolate,addiction,chocolate addiction,health benefits of chocolate, 57:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.09.09/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.09.09.m4a Sun, 9 Sep 2007 21:29:58 +0000 This week, we look at the latest science news and tackle more of your questions. We uncover the source of the asteroid that finished off the dinosaurs, find out how moray eels eat like aliens, and although we know that breast is best, could nicotine in smokers' breast milk be affecting childrens' behaviour? Also, is the future of formula one eco-friendly? Meera investigates race cars running on biofuels and built from hemp and cashew nuts! We discuss award winning beards, eerie glowing fish and what makes for a long life. Plus, we find out what to expect at this year's BA Festival of Science in York, and in Kitchen Science Dave demonstrates how a pair of paperbacks can be stronger than a quarterback. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we look at the latest science news and tackle more of your questions. We uncover the source of the asteroid that finished off the dinosaurs, find out how moray eels eat like aliens, and although we know that breast is best, could nicotine in smokers' breast milk be affecting childrens' behaviour? Also, is the future of formula one eco-friendly? Meera investigates race cars running on biofuels and built from hemp and cashew nuts! We discuss award winning beards, eerie glowing fish and what makes for a long life. Plus, we find out what to expect at this year's BA Festival of Science in York, and in Kitchen Science Dave demonstrates how a pair of paperbacks can be stronger than a quarterback. naked scientists,kitchen science,science radio,breastfeeding,smoking,nicotine,tobacco,smoking and breastfeeding,eco-car,environmentally friendly race car,hemp car,glowing fish,beard growth,hair growth, 58:46 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.09.02/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.09.02.m4a Tue, 4 Sep 2007 17:25:01 +0000 This week, Chris and Co are back from their holidays! So they're tackling their bulging mailbag of your questions. We discuss how scientists have been given the green light to cross human DNA with animal cells all in the name of medicine, eavesdroppers in your garden - the plants that respond to sound, and the world's smallest thermometer - only one molecule! We also tackle questions on keeping your beer cool on the beach, massive melons and the horticultural properties of wee. We find out about how radio shows can give Pygmies a voice and how anyone can have an out of body experience now that scientists have discovered how to trick your senses into making them happen. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave shows us how to make eerie music with a wine glass! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, Chris and Co are back from their holidays! So they're tackling their bulging mailbag of your questions. We discuss how scientists have been given the green light to cross human DNA with animal cells all in the name of medicine, eavesdroppers in your garden - the plants that respond to sound, and the world's smallest thermometer - only one molecule! We also tackle questions on keeping your beer cool on the beach, massive melons and the horticultural properties of wee. We find out about how radio shows can give Pygmies a voice and how anyone can have an out of body experience now that scientists have discovered how to trick your senses into making them happen. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Dave shows us how to make eerie music with a wine glass! climate change,naked scientists,kitchen science,science radio,science phone in,science question,chimera,human animal hybrids,plants,urine,garden,lab-on-a-chip,melons,cool beer,beach,cooling,out of body experience,wine glass music,temperature, 57:22 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.08.12/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.08.12.m4a Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:52:12 +0000 This week, do diet foods make children fat? Could a space screw save us from catastrophe collisions? Have we seen the last of the Yangtze river dolphin? And should we look to the Simpsons for our science? Writer Al Jean explains that, despite the three eyed fish and three fingered hands, it's one of the most science literate shows on television. Also, as it's our Summer Special Question and Answer show we tackle your questions ranging from rising cakes to rising heart rates, why the moon looms larger on the horizon and why magnets make bad television. Plus, in kitchen science we investigate the mystery of Mr Matey's colour changing bubble bath! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, do diet foods make children fat? Could a space screw save us from catastrophe collisions? Have we seen the last of the Yangtze river dolphin? And should we look to the Simpsons for our science? Writer Al Jean explains that, despite the three eyed fish and three fingered hands, it's one of the most science literate shows on television. Also, as it's our Summer Special Question and Answer show we tackle your questions ranging from rising cakes to rising heart rates, why the moon looms larger on the horizon and why magnets make bad television. Plus, in kitchen science we investigate the mystery of Mr Matey's colour changing bubble bath! naked scientists,kitchen science,fish stocks,overfishing,cakes,the simpsons,Al Jean,science in the simpsons,colour changing bubble bath,perseids,extinct dolphin,Yangtze river dolphin,science podcast,healthy heart rate,magnet on a tv,mr matey,doc topus, 01:00:37 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.08.05/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.08.05.m4a Tue, 7 Aug 2007 16:49:56 +0000 This week, mind reading children, scientists find a new gene in the lung cancer cocktail, and satnav or map-nav - what's greener? Plus we become biological weapons inspectors and explore nature's arsenal of venoms, poisons and toxins, including a scorpion's sting that can highlight cancer, how funnel web spiders are helping farmers fight off insect pests, the marine cone snail that harbours a painkiller ten thousand times more powerful than morphine, and how a snake bite can help to prevent a heart attack. Meanwhile, in Kitchen Science, Ben samples a more everyday toxin - by making stinging nettle tea. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, mind reading children, scientists find a new gene in the lung cancer cocktail, and satnav or map-nav - what's greener? Plus we become biological weapons inspectors and explore nature's arsenal of venoms, poisons and toxins, including a scorpion's sting that can highlight cancer, how funnel web spiders are helping farmers fight off insect pests, the marine cone snail that harbours a painkiller ten thousand times more powerful than morphine, and how a snake bite can help to prevent a heart attack. Meanwhile, in Kitchen Science, Ben samples a more everyday toxin - by making stinging nettle tea. cone snail,ricin,castor bean,platelet,venom,jellyfish,snail,toxin,spider,receptor,poison,toxic,insect,naked scientists,kitchen science,venom,snake bite,nettles,stinging nettles,nettle tea,cancer,funnel web,pesticides,natural pesticide,cone shell,reef, 58:41 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.07.29/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.07.29.m4a Tue, 31 Jul 2007 16:25:55 +0000 This week, clean coal technology - how to get the energy from coal without digging it up, why GM goats are helping to combat nerve gas attacks, and how scientists have found the 'itch' gene. We also find out why smog causes heart disease, how seafood in space can help to heal astronauts, and the weight of leaves on an average tree. Plus Drs Chris and Phil take a look at your science questions including 'tasting' music, the best way to dry your washing and can the moon affect the shapes of weather systems? In Kitchen Science Ben and Dave explain how to make a lens with a plastic bottle and some water. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, clean coal technology - how to get the energy from coal without digging it up, why GM goats are helping to combat nerve gas attacks, and how scientists have found the 'itch' gene. We also find out why smog causes heart disease, how seafood in space can help to heal astronauts, and the weight of leaves on an average tree. Plus Drs Chris and Phil take a look at your science questions including 'tasting' music, the best way to dry your washing and can the moon affect the shapes of weather systems? In Kitchen Science Ben and Dave explain how to make a lens with a plastic bottle and some water. naked scientists,kitchen science,astronaut,synaesthesia,nerve gas antidote,goats,pollution and heart disease,causes of heart disease,diabetes,transplant,insulin,science podcast,science radio,making a lens, 01:01:09 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.07.22/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.07.22.m4a Mon, 23 Jul 2007 16:41:19 +0000 This week, we find out about survival in extreme environments. We find out how free divers descend hundreds of feet underwater without air, how life thrives beneath the ice in Antarctica, how fighter pilots combat G-forces to avoid blackouts, and how the body copes with exercising at the top of Everest. Also, discover the benefit of breaks between bouts of exercise, how geckos hold the key to underwater post-it notes, and a gene that lets you chat whilst listening to the radio. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, we find out about survival in extreme environments. We find out how free divers descend hundreds of feet underwater without air, how life thrives beneath the ice in Antarctica, how fighter pilots combat G-forces to avoid blackouts, and how the body copes with exercising at the top of Everest. Also, discover the benefit of breaks between bouts of exercise, how geckos hold the key to underwater post-it notes, and a gene that lets you chat whilst listening to the radio. naked scientists,kitchen science,Everest,freediving,Extreme,Antarctica,science radio,Xtreme Everest,Fighter pilots,G Forces,Gecko glue,Diabetes gene,Climate Change,Larsen,Exercise,weight loss,experiment 59:15 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.07.15/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.07.15.m4a Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:47:03 +0000 This week, from iPod to iRod as a man's taste for music turns him into a human lightning conductor, why penguins are picky eaters, and better biopsies - why doctors are attracted to a new magnetic cancer detection system. Also a fuel made from fructose that packs a punch like petrol, we find out how to make hydrogen on demand using aluminium, and grow your own gas - do we have enough land to grow our energy in future? Plus, in Kitchen Science, we turn vegetable oil into biodiesel and ask a white van man to test it... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, from iPod to iRod as a man's taste for music turns him into a human lightning conductor, why penguins are picky eaters, and better biopsies - why doctors are attracted to a new magnetic cancer detection system. Also a fuel made from fructose that packs a punch like petrol, we find out how to make hydrogen on demand using aluminium, and grow your own gas - do we have enough land to grow our energy in future? Plus, in Kitchen Science, we turn vegetable oil into biodiesel and ask a white van man to test it... petrol,naked scientists,kitchen science,sustainable fuel,hydrogen,DMF,biomass,energy,sustainability,phone chargers,bio diesel,biodiesel,vegetable oil,cancer,tumour,penguin,iPod lightning,carbon neutral fuel, 58:57 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.07.08-1/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.07.08.m4a Tue, 10 Jul 2007 16:33:55 +0000 This week news that men talk as much as women, cosmetics from jellyfish, songbirds "greatest-tits", a breathtaking asthma breakthrough and a gene-screen for bowel cancer. We also uncover the cause of contagious yawns, probe the brain basis of epilepsy and manic depression, and uncover a brain region responsible for out of body experiences. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave find out why the raisins always rise to the top of the cereal box. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week news that men talk as much as women, cosmetics from jellyfish, songbirds "greatest-tits", a breathtaking asthma breakthrough and a gene-screen for bowel cancer. We also uncover the cause of contagious yawns, probe the brain basis of epilepsy and manic depression, and uncover a brain region responsible for out of body experiences. Plus, in Kitchen Science, Ben and Dave find out why the raisins always rise to the top of the cereal box. autistic spectrum,epilepsy,autistic,jellyfish,autism,yawn,asthma,bowel,spectrum,learning,naked scientists,kitchen science,bipolar disorder, manic depression,bowel cancer,asthma,cancer gene,mucin,contagious yawn,muesli,raisins,mania,out of body experience, 59:13 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.07.01-2/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.07.01.m4a Tue, 3 Jul 2007 16:20:30 +0000 This week, playing bingo on an inflatable space station, a new way to attack the cause of Alzheimer's and mending a broken heart with stem cells. Also, using bananas to speed up fruit ripening, leeches out of water and chemical tricks to stop smoking and iron out wrinkles. Plus, in Kitchen Science we vibrate our way to a fountain in a cup! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, playing bingo on an inflatable space station, a new way to attack the cause of Alzheimer's and mending a broken heart with stem cells. Also, using bananas to speed up fruit ripening, leeches out of water and chemical tricks to stop smoking and iron out wrinkles. Plus, in Kitchen Science we vibrate our way to a fountain in a cup! scientists,naked scientists,kitchen science,science podcast,inflatable,space station,leeches,the sun,astrophysics,solar surface,bananas,fruit ripening,smoking cessation,smoking vaccine,nicotine,anti-aging,cosmoceutical,wellcome collection, 57:06 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.06.24-1/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.06.24.m4a Tue, 26 Jun 2007 16:02:27 +0000 This week a rabies-based Trojan Horse that smuggles drugs across the blood-brain barrier, why first-borns are brighter, progress with Parkinson's and a lunar telescope more powerful than Hubble. Plus in this week's ARMAGEDDON-focused show we look at supervolcanes, earthquakes and arsenic, find out why curtains are absolutely lethal and why a meteorite impact probably didn't dispense with the dinosaurs after all. Also, in Kitchen Science, we test the claim that tapping the top of a fizzy drink before you open it stops it spraying all over you... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week a rabies-based Trojan Horse that smuggles drugs across the blood-brain barrier, why first-borns are brighter, progress with Parkinson's and a lunar telescope more powerful than Hubble. Plus in this week's ARMAGEDDON-focused show we look at supervolcanes, earthquakes and arsenic, find out why curtains are absolutely lethal and why a meteorite impact probably didn't dispense with the dinosaurs after all. Also, in Kitchen Science, we test the claim that tapping the top of a fizzy drink before you open it stops it spraying all over you... arsenic,continental plate,earthquake,volcano,natural gas,continental,meteorite,dinosaur,naked scientists,kitchen science,extinction,lava,armageddon,Hubble,rabies,brain,virus,parkinsons,contamination,Joel Veitch,rathergood,science podcast,plate tectonics, 57:35 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.06.17/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.06.17.m4a Tue, 19 Jun 2007 11:49:11 +0000 Under the microscope this week, the science of forensics. We find out how scientists have exploded the myth about old aged whales thanks to a piece of shrapnel, about a new rice-based vaccine for cholera, and 'whey' to go, how scientists have made edible food wrappers from milk. We investigate what your diet does to your hair, how science can finger forgers and flush out bodies from bogs, and why the key to identifying a torso that washed up in the Thames was rooted in plant science. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we arm Ben with a rifle to find out how fat you'd have to be to stop a speeding bullet with your belly... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Under the microscope this week, the science of forensics. We find out how scientists have exploded the myth about old aged whales thanks to a piece of shrapnel, about a new rice-based vaccine for cholera, and 'whey' to go, how scientists have made edible food wrappers from milk. We investigate what your diet does to your hair, how science can finger forgers and flush out bodies from bogs, and why the key to identifying a torso that washed up in the Thames was rooted in plant science. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we arm Ben with a rifle to find out how fat you'd have to be to stop a speeding bullet with your belly... crime,naked scientists,kitchen science,forensics,criminal,torso in the thames,ballistics,forgery,hair analysis,science podcast,fat,bullet,rifle,whale,bomb lance,cholera,rice,biodegradeable packaging, 55:26 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.06.10-1/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.06.10.m4a Tue, 12 Jun 2007 15:47:32 +0000 This week, why some people have green blood, how radiation-hungry fungi will feed astronauts of the future, and how a cider a day keeps the doctor at bay. We discuss corrupt chemists, what happens when galaxies collide, how Beaujolais benefits your breath and if a person can feel the cold in space. Plus, in Kitchen Science we iron out the crumbs in your cornflakes! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, why some people have green blood, how radiation-hungry fungi will feed astronauts of the future, and how a cider a day keeps the doctor at bay. We discuss corrupt chemists, what happens when galaxies collide, how Beaujolais benefits your breath and if a person can feel the cold in space. Plus, in Kitchen Science we iron out the crumbs in your cornflakes! naked scientists,kitchen science,green blood,Mars,fungi,astronaut,cider,antioxidant,china,execution,Atkins,diet,hormone,wine,bacteria,bad breath,rainbow,oil,interference,black hole,galaxy,space,science radio,science podcast,iron,fortified with iron, 57:03 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.06.03/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/naked_scientists_show_07.06.03.m4a Tue, 5 Jun 2007 16:03:39 +0000 This week, will a hot mint still taste cold? Also how skimmed milk could come straight from the cow in future, and why we walk upright without dragging our knuckles. Nicky Clayton discusses clever birds that use cigarettes to fumigate their feathers, Tim Clutton-Brock describes the family affairs of meerkats, and we find out from Andrew Smith why monkeys see what we see, but cats and cows can't. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we get jiggly with a jam jar full of rice. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, will a hot mint still taste cold? Also how skimmed milk could come straight from the cow in future, and why we walk upright without dragging our knuckles. Nicky Clayton discusses clever birds that use cigarettes to fumigate their feathers, Tim Clutton-Brock describes the family affairs of meerkats, and we find out from Andrew Smith why monkeys see what we see, but cats and cows can't. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we get jiggly with a jam jar full of rice. clay,colour vision,rainforest,monkey,leaf,habitat,conservation,intelligence,extinct,sleep,naked scientists,kitchen science,science radio,meerkat,meerkat manor,predator,ape,crow,jay,corvid,clever bird,society, 56:42 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.05.27/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.05.27.m4a Mon, 28 May 2007 15:15:14 +0000 This week, Drs Chris and Helen find out how your fingers can reveal whether you're mathematically minded, and bridge-building ants that quite literally let themselves be walked over. Also, Astronomer Carolin Crawford takes us on a foray into outer space to discover the shape of the universe, we meet a geyser so tall that it spurts into space, and we Join Maggie Turnbull as she searches for nearby planets that could sustain life. Plus, in Kitchen Science, how to measure the speed of light using a microwave oven! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, Drs Chris and Helen find out how your fingers can reveal whether you're mathematically minded, and bridge-building ants that quite literally let themselves be walked over. Also, Astronomer Carolin Crawford takes us on a foray into outer space to discover the shape of the universe, we meet a geyser so tall that it spurts into space, and we Join Maggie Turnbull as she searches for nearby planets that could sustain life. Plus, in Kitchen Science, how to measure the speed of light using a microwave oven! seti,hubble,spider,intelligence,x-ray,telescope,spectrum,planet,galaxy,NASA,bubble,wavelength,naked scientists,kitchen science,UFO,speed of light,orbit,planet,Enceladus,Saturn,solar system,microwave,space,virgin,shark,ants,bridge,road,science podcast 59:56 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.05.20/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.05.20.m4a Tue, 22 May 2007 17:04:46 +0000 This week, scientists recreate hair follicles, we uncover a means of making hydrogen in a hurry, hear about a stealthy way to destroy cancer and find out why a dose of herpes could be good for you. Also, John Grattan describes the biggest atmospheric pollution event in history, we discover with Rod Jones the role of water in the greenhouse effect, and Jonathan Shanklin tell us the 'hole' story of the ozone layer. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we make a cloud in a bottle! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, scientists recreate hair follicles, we uncover a means of making hydrogen in a hurry, hear about a stealthy way to destroy cancer and find out why a dose of herpes could be good for you. Also, John Grattan describes the biggest atmospheric pollution event in history, we discover with Rod Jones the role of water in the greenhouse effect, and Jonathan Shanklin tell us the 'hole' story of the ozone layer. Plus, in Kitchen Science, we make a cloud in a bottle! laki fissure,greenhouse gas,ozone hole,iceland,ozone,sulphur,antarctica,crop,greenhouse,volcano,antarctic,poison,toxic,global warming,naked scientists,kitchen science,science radio,climate change,cloud,smog,fluorine 55:31 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.05.13/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.05.13.m4a Tue, 15 May 2007 16:06:55 +0000 This week, Dr Chris and Dr Helen explore the microscopic world, finding out why diarrhoea and projectile vomiting make cruise ships the perfect culture vessel for noroviruses, and asking why fungi are so important for great tasting chocolate. Also, we look at giving yeast a sense of smell, predict the weather for a planet 63 light years away, and size up the world's smallest scales, which are capable of weighing a single bacterium. Meanwhile, in Kitchen Science, we looked at toilet seats and kitchen surfaces to see which harboured the most bacteria, and came in for a nasty surprise! - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, Dr Chris and Dr Helen explore the microscopic world, finding out why diarrhoea and projectile vomiting make cruise ships the perfect culture vessel for noroviruses, and asking why fungi are so important for great tasting chocolate. Also, we look at giving yeast a sense of smell, predict the weather for a planet 63 light years away, and size up the world's smallest scales, which are capable of weighing a single bacterium. Meanwhile, in Kitchen Science, we looked at toilet seats and kitchen surfaces to see which harboured the most bacteria, and came in for a nasty surprise! fungi,symbiotic,rna,yeast,leaf,chlorine,ecosystem,virus,bacteria,naked scientists,kitchen science,toilet bacteria,kitchen bacteria, MRSA,E. coli,salmonella,C.diff,yeast,science podcast,probiotic,prebiotic,chocolate,marmite 55:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.05.06/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.05.06.m4a Mon, 7 May 2007 23:00:00 +0000 This week Drs Chris, Dave and Phil find out how a venomous spider has got scientists swollen with excitement because it's bite has Viagra-like properties, how maggots are fighting off MRSA from ulcers, and NASA are testing their next generation telescope aboard a jumbo jet. The docs also explore the science of getting geostationary satellites into space, the basis of bacterial intelligence, and how much water trees drink on a hot day. Plus, in kitchen science, Dave and Ben put their heads in a box...to find out how a pinhole camera works. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week Drs Chris, Dave and Phil find out how a venomous spider has got scientists swollen with excitement because it's bite has Viagra-like properties, how maggots are fighting off MRSA from ulcers, and NASA are testing their next generation telescope aboard a jumbo jet. The docs also explore the science of getting geostationary satellites into space, the basis of bacterial intelligence, and how much water trees drink on a hot day. Plus, in kitchen science, Dave and Ben put their heads in a box...to find out how a pinhole camera works. naked scientists,kitchen science,MRSA,spider,viagra,erection,tomato,cucumber,nanotechnology,microwave,explosion,moon landing,space,satellite,orbit,trees,water 53:40 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.04.29/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.04.29.m4a Tue, 1 May 2007 16:59:44 +0000 This week we're exploring how populations come by their genes including the surprise finding of African DNA in a remote village in Yorkshire. Oxford University's Bruce Winney explains how studying rural populations in Britain is helping to uncover genes linked to different diseases, and Turi King, from Leicester University, discusses what your Y chromosome says about your surname. Plus we'll be hearing how Cambridge scientist Mike Majerus is putting evolution to the test with the help of the peppered moth, and in kitchen science, more jam tomorrow as Ben and Dave show you a trick with a rolling jar. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we're exploring how populations come by their genes including the surprise finding of African DNA in a remote village in Yorkshire. Oxford University's Bruce Winney explains how studying rural populations in Britain is helping to uncover genes linked to different diseases, and Turi King, from Leicester University, discusses what your Y chromosome says about your surname. Plus we'll be hearing how Cambridge scientist Mike Majerus is putting evolution to the test with the help of the peppered moth, and in kitchen science, more jam tomorrow as Ben and Dave show you a trick with a rolling jar. crime,genetic variation,probability,intelligence,genetic,male,naked scientists,kitchen science,jam,yorkshire,africa,peppered moth,evolution,population,genes,surname 53:12 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.04.22/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.04.22.m4a Tue, 24 Apr 2007 16:32:16 +0000 This week on the Naked Scientists an invitation to come and dive beneath the surface of the sea, to find out what is happening in the world's oceans. Your guides will be Marine Biologist Dr Annelise Hagan (University of Cambridge) and Ecology and Evolutionary Biologist Dr Stan Harpole (University of California, Irvine). Annelise will be talking about her project which monitors coral reefs and will explain why and how she does this, Stan will discuss his recent Nature paper on species loss resulting from reduced niche dimension and how nutrient pollution is responsible. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week on the Naked Scientists an invitation to come and dive beneath the surface of the sea, to find out what is happening in the world's oceans. Your guides will be Marine Biologist Dr Annelise Hagan (University of Cambridge) and Ecology and Evolutionary Biologist Dr Stan Harpole (University of California, Irvine). Annelise will be talking about her project which monitors coral reefs and will explain why and how she does this, Stan will discuss his recent Nature paper on species loss resulting from reduced niche dimension and how nutrient pollution is responsible. symbiotic,coral,reef,habitat,algae,ecosystem,crop,toxic,satellite,dimension,global warming,naked scientists,kitchen science,science podcast,conservation,tsunami,bird flu, 52:05 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.04.15/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.04.15.m4a Mon, 16 Apr 2007 23:00:00 +0000 This week we look at new developments in the science of cancer with Fiona Watt and Andy Futreal, we will see how new gene technologies could be key to understanding cancer, and knowing the role of stem cells could be essential to find effective cures. Meanwhile, Dave tells you how to make your own electric slime. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we look at new developments in the science of cancer with Fiona Watt and Andy Futreal, we will see how new gene technologies could be key to understanding cancer, and knowing the role of stem cells could be essential to find effective cures. Meanwhile, Dave tells you how to make your own electric slime. stem cells,cancer therapy,dna sequencing,epidermis,leukaemia,melanoma,parkinson's disease,follicle,bone marrow,transplant,genome,electric slime,stem cell,fiona watt,andrew futreal,science podcast,naked scientists,kitchen science 55:10 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.04.01/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.04.01.m4a Tue, 3 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0000 This week we explore the science of Heart Disease. Dr Niall Campbell joins us to explain what heart attacks are and how theyre treated, Dr Anthony Mathur discusses how stem cells might hold the key to mending a broken heart, and Ben Valsler visits Brian Callingham to investigate how arteries behave when you give them various drugs. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we explore the science of Heart Disease. Dr Niall Campbell joins us to explain what heart attacks are and how theyre treated, Dr Anthony Mathur discusses how stem cells might hold the key to mending a broken heart, and Ben Valsler visits Brian Callingham to investigate how arteries behave when you give them various drugs. Heart Disease, Heart Attack, arteries, adrenaline, cardiac arrest, blood pressure, atherosclerosis, stem cells, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 55:14 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.03.25/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.03.25.m4a Tue, 27 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 This week we explore the science of flight. Dr Graham Taylor from Oxford University talks about the aerodynamics of insect flight and how video camera back-packs allow him to see how eagles fly, and Jenny Goodman describes how future aircraft might be flying at six times the speed of sound while withstanding temperatures hot enough to melt stainless steel in 5 seconds! In Kitchen Science, Ben Valsler sticks with the flight theme and finds out how a hot air balloon works. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we explore the science of flight. Dr Graham Taylor from Oxford University talks about the aerodynamics of insect flight and how video camera back-packs allow him to see how eagles fly, and Jenny Goodman describes how future aircraft might be flying at six times the speed of sound while withstanding temperatures hot enough to melt stainless steel in 5 seconds! In Kitchen Science, Ben Valsler sticks with the flight theme and finds out how a hot air balloon works. science of flight, insect flight, ramjets, supersonic planes, bird flight, how a hot air balloon works, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 55:08 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.03.18/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.03.18.m4a Tue, 20 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Every year the Cambridge Science Festival celebrates some of the best and most exciting science and engineering going on in the UK - and the Naked Scientists were there! Find out about the cool science of ice cream, the microscopic world of microbes, and the IgNobel awards for science at its most silly. Looking further afield, the University of Aucklands Peter Metcalf unlocks the secrets of a viral sarcophagus, and Mike Brown from the California Institute of Technology discusses the origin of some mysterious objects in the Kuiper Belt. To cool us down after all that excitement, Dave and Azi sit back and explain the best way to get a cold beer. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Every year the Cambridge Science Festival celebrates some of the best and most exciting science and engineering going on in the UK - and the Naked Scientists were there! Find out about the cool science of ice cream, the microscopic world of microbes, and the IgNobel awards for science at its most silly. Looking further afield, the University of Aucklands Peter Metcalf unlocks the secrets of a viral sarcophagus, and Mike Brown from the California Institute of Technology discusses the origin of some mysterious objects in the Kuiper Belt. To cool us down after all that excitement, Dave and Azi sit back and explain the best way to get a cold beer. national science and engineering week, making ice cream, ignobels, kuiper belt objects, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 55:45 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.03.11/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.03.11.m4a Tue, 13 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Contaminated petrol, astronauts in danger of lung diseases, a new way to put the brakes on car accident rates, gas sensors made from silicon replicas of marine algae and how pollution is causing droughts, plus a healthy digest of your science questions and emails top the bill in this weeks Naked Scientists. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Contaminated petrol, astronauts in danger of lung diseases, a new way to put the brakes on car accident rates, gas sensors made from silicon replicas of marine algae and how pollution is causing droughts, plus a healthy digest of your science questions and emails top the bill in this weeks Naked Scientists. naked science questions and answers, contaminated petrol, gas sensors made from silicon diatoms or algae, ken sandhage, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 53:07 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.02.11/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.02.11.m4a Tue, 13 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Nuclear energy is always in the news, but how much do you know about nuclear fission and what happens to nuclear waste? To find out how it works, Anna Lacey and Dave Ansell visit Sizewell B power station in Suffolk, and studio guest Ian Farnan discusses nuclear waste disposal and why current methods might not contain the radiation for as long as we thought. But as clinical radiologist Anant Krishnan explains, radiation plays a crucial role in medicine, including allowing us to see broken bones and killing off tumours. Sticking with uses of radiation that save lives, Anna and Dave find out how a smoke detector works in Kitchen Science. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Nuclear energy is always in the news, but how much do you know about nuclear fission and what happens to nuclear waste? To find out how it works, Anna Lacey and Dave Ansell visit Sizewell B power station in Suffolk, and studio guest Ian Farnan discusses nuclear waste disposal and why current methods might not contain the radiation for as long as we thought. But as clinical radiologist Anant Krishnan explains, radiation plays a crucial role in medicine, including allowing us to see broken bones and killing off tumours. Sticking with uses of radiation that save lives, Anna and Dave find out how a smoke detector works in Kitchen Science. nuclear power, nuclear energy, sizewell B, nuclear waste disposal, radiology, how does a smoke detector work, anna lacey, dave ansell, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 55:04 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.02.04/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/audio/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.02.04a.mp3 Tue, 6 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 The science of pain is our hot topic this week. David Julius reveals the molecular mechanisms of pain and what a chilli pepper has in common with a tarantula, Geoff Woods describes the genetic mutations that lead to people not feeling pain at all, and to explain the phenomenon of phantom limbs and ways in which we can deal with pain is pain consultant Cathy Stannard. In Kitchen Science Derek Thorne braves freezing weather to sniff out the science of sausages, and in the final part of our Science of Colour series, Anna Lacey discovers how colour could find you your perfect date. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists The science of pain is our hot topic this week. David Julius reveals the molecular mechanisms of pain and what a chilli pepper has in common with a tarantula, Geoff Woods describes the genetic mutations that lead to people not feeling pain at all, and to explain the phenomenon of phantom limbs and ways in which we can deal with pain is pain consultant Cathy Stannard. In Kitchen Science Derek Thorne braves freezing weather to sniff out the science of sausages, and in the final part of our Science of Colour series, Anna Lacey discovers how colour could find you your perfect date. science of pain, dealing with pain, phantom limbs, science of colour, anna lacey, derek thorne, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 55:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.01.28/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.01.28.m4a Tue, 30 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 This week we take a look at extreme environments and the organisms that live in them. Crispin Little talks about hydrothermal vents and the fastest fossilisation on the planet, Steve Scott explains why mining companies are interested in hydrothermal vents, and Lisa Pratt describes how bacteria find energy three kilometres beneath the surface of the earth and how similar strategies could be used by life on other planets. From the extremes of the Earth to the extremes of the kitchen, Derek Thorne and Hugh Hunt find out whats hot and whats not in the dishwasher... - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week we take a look at extreme environments and the organisms that live in them. Crispin Little talks about hydrothermal vents and the fastest fossilisation on the planet, Steve Scott explains why mining companies are interested in hydrothermal vents, and Lisa Pratt describes how bacteria find energy three kilometres beneath the surface of the earth and how similar strategies could be used by life on other planets. From the extremes of the Earth to the extremes of the kitchen, Derek Thorne and Hugh Hunt find out whats hot and whats not in the dishwasher... extremophiles, extreme organisms, hydrothermal vents, fossilisation, bacteria, mining, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 53:40 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.01.21/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.01.21.m4a Tue, 23 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Following this weeks crazy weather we have a look at Climate Change with Eric Wolff from the British Antarctic Survey, who will be talking about secrets about the climate locked away in ancient ice, Jon Gibbins from Imperial College tells us about ways we can store all that excess carbon dioxide underground, Ali talks to Alison Hill from the British Wind Energy Association and Max Carcas from Ocean Power Delivery about wind energy and wave energy, and Derek Thorne, Dave Ansell and Ali Webb try to discover how much power we could generate by hooking the countrys gyms to the electricity grid. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Following this weeks crazy weather we have a look at Climate Change with Eric Wolff from the British Antarctic Survey, who will be talking about secrets about the climate locked away in ancient ice, Jon Gibbins from Imperial College tells us about ways we can store all that excess carbon dioxide underground, Ali talks to Alison Hill from the British Wind Energy Association and Max Carcas from Ocean Power Delivery about wind energy and wave energy, and Derek Thorne, Dave Ansell and Ali Webb try to discover how much power we could generate by hooking the countrys gyms to the electricity grid. carbon,carbon dioxide,sequestration,carbon capture,ice cores,wind energy,wave energy,climate,climate change,jon gibbins,eric wolff,helen scales,max carcas,alison hill,derek thorne,ali webb,kitchen science,internet radio,chris smith,naked scientists 53:43 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.01.14/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.01.14.m4a Tue, 16 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 With a new year comes a whole new stack of science questions to challenge Dr Chris, Dr Dave and Dr Kat. This week they explain where the sand in the Sahara comes from, whether mirrors can reflect x-rays, if it is dangerous to live near a phone mast, and whether splitting water could solve our energy problems. We are also joined by the editor of Chemistry World, Dr Mark Peplow, who talks about labs the size of a postage stamp, nanoparticles in exhaust fumes, and why putting milk in your tea might not be such a good idea, and sticking with chemistry, Dave Ansell discovers which household liquids will make dirty pennies look like new. In the fourth part of our series on science and colour, Anna Lacey finds out how wearing red could turn you into a world-class sportsperson. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists With a new year comes a whole new stack of science questions to challenge Dr Chris, Dr Dave and Dr Kat. This week they explain where the sand in the Sahara comes from, whether mirrors can reflect x-rays, if it is dangerous to live near a phone mast, and whether splitting water could solve our energy problems. We are also joined by the editor of Chemistry World, Dr Mark Peplow, who talks about labs the size of a postage stamp, nanoparticles in exhaust fumes, and why putting milk in your tea might not be such a good idea, and sticking with chemistry, Dave Ansell discovers which household liquids will make dirty pennies look like new. In the fourth part of our series on science and colour, Anna Lacey finds out how wearing red could turn you into a world-class sportsperson. science facts, sand in the sahara, is milk good for you, chemistry world, science of colour, anna lacey, dave ansell, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 01:02:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2007.01.07/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_07.01.07.m4a Tue, 9 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 In the first show of 2007, Drs Chris, Dave and Helen find out why red wine is better for you than white wine or grape juice, and explore the science of healthy living with with London University researcher and author Roger Corder. We also discover the science behind another of the nations favourite drugs, caffeine, with the help of Bristol Universitys Peter Rogers, and University of St Louis researcher Jeffrey Gordon explains how the bugs living in your intestines help you to make the most out of mealtimes. They might also, he thinks, make some people fat. Plus, in kitchen science, Dave demonstrates the physics of how salt keeps roads frost-free. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In the first show of 2007, Drs Chris, Dave and Helen find out why red wine is better for you than white wine or grape juice, and explore the science of healthy living with with London University researcher and author Roger Corder. We also discover the science behind another of the nations favourite drugs, caffeine, with the help of Bristol Universitys Peter Rogers, and University of St Louis researcher Jeffrey Gordon explains how the bugs living in your intestines help you to make the most out of mealtimes. They might also, he thinks, make some people fat. Plus, in kitchen science, Dave demonstrates the physics of how salt keeps roads frost-free. red wine, mediterranean diet, french paradox, alcohol and health, antioxidants, polyphenols, procyanidin, caffeine, gut microbes and obesity, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 01:05:02 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2006.12.17/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_06.12.17.m4a Tue, 19 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 In the final show of 2006, Chris, Dave and Kat answer all your science questions including why poppadoms curl upwards in the pan, how seedless grapes grow, and if lightning really does strike twice. To celebrate the coming of Christmas, Colin Humphries joins us to explain the astronomical phenomenon behind the Star of Bethlehem, and in Kitchen Science Derek Thorne and Alicia Webb knock back a few shots of vodka to find out how breathalysers catch drink-drivers. In the second part of the Science of Colour series, Anna Lacey finds out about the history of mauve and how hair dye conceals those dreaded greys. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists In the final show of 2006, Chris, Dave and Kat answer all your science questions including why poppadoms curl upwards in the pan, how seedless grapes grow, and if lightning really does strike twice. To celebrate the coming of Christmas, Colin Humphries joins us to explain the astronomical phenomenon behind the Star of Bethlehem, and in Kitchen Science Derek Thorne and Alicia Webb knock back a few shots of vodka to find out how breathalysers catch drink-drivers. In the second part of the Science of Colour series, Anna Lacey finds out about the history of mauve and how hair dye conceals those dreaded greys. science question and answer, star of bethlehem, how breathalysers work, history of the dye industry, anna lacey, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 01:01:26 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2006.12.10/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_06.12.10.m4a Tue, 12 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Shedding light on the deepest depths of the universe is Gerry Gilmore, who talks about the Big Bang and the mystery of dark matter. We also hear from Peter Muller and Giulio del Zanna about 3-D imaging of the surface of Mars and how solar flares contribute to everything from the Northern Lights to damaging communication systems. David Block describes how Andromeda, the galaxy closest to the Milky Way, was recently involved in a galactic collision, and in case you fancy seeing some collisions here on Earth, Derek and Dave are in the kitchen making meteorite craters. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Shedding light on the deepest depths of the universe is Gerry Gilmore, who talks about the Big Bang and the mystery of dark matter. We also hear from Peter Muller and Giulio del Zanna about 3-D imaging of the surface of Mars and how solar flares contribute to everything from the Northern Lights to damaging communication systems. David Block describes how Andromeda, the galaxy closest to the Milky Way, was recently involved in a galactic collision, and in case you fancy seeing some collisions here on Earth, Derek and Dave are in the kitchen making meteorite craters. dark matter, surface of Mars, solar flares, northern lights, andromeda, meteorite craters, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 57:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2006.12.03/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_06.12.03.m4a Tue, 5 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Dr Chris, Dr Dave and Dr Phil answer all your questions on science, technology and medicine, including why spiders do not run out of silk, what the universe is expanding into, what a flame looks like in space, and what happens when the brain is cut off from a supply of oxygen. We also talk to Dr Mark Peplow about polonium 210, how much was needed to kill former Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko, and where the perpetrators could have acquired it. Sticking with nasty substances, Derk and Dave make a mess with milk and vinegar in Kitchen Science. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Dr Chris, Dr Dave and Dr Phil answer all your questions on science, technology and medicine, including why spiders do not run out of silk, what the universe is expanding into, what a flame looks like in space, and what happens when the brain is cut off from a supply of oxygen. We also talk to Dr Mark Peplow about polonium 210, how much was needed to kill former Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko, and where the perpetrators could have acquired it. Sticking with nasty substances, Derk and Dave make a mess with milk and vinegar in Kitchen Science. science question and answer, polonium 210, spider silk, flames in space, expanding universe, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 55:15 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2006.11.26/ http://www.nakeddiscovery.com/downloads/enhanced_podcasts/Naked_Scientists_Show_06.11.26.m4a Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Repairing damage in the nervous system is incredibly challenging, but our guests this week have some promising solutions. Consultant ophthalmologist Robert MacLaren and colleagues at University College London have discovered a way to encourage the growth of photoreceptors in the retinas of blind mice, and Geoff Raisman will discuss his research into spinal cord repair. In Kitchen Science, Derek Thorne and Hugh Hunt take a closer look at the aerodynamics of a ping pong ball. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Repairing damage in the nervous system is incredibly challenging, but our guests this week have some promising solutions. Consultant ophthalmologist Robert MacLaren and colleagues at University College London have discovered a way to encourage the growth of photoreceptors in the retinas of blind mice, and Geoff Raisman will discuss his research into spinal cord repair. In Kitchen Science, Derek Thorne and Hugh Hunt take a closer look at the aerodynamics of a ping pong ball. repairing retinal damage, repairing spinal cords, geoff raisman, robert maclaren, glaucoma, macular degeneration, paralysis, aerodynamics, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists 55:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/show/2006.11.19/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/audio/Naked_Scientists_Show_06.11.19.m4a Wed, 22 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0000 As winter approaches, we take a trip down south to look at some of the cool research going on in Antarctica. Jane Francis talks about six-foot penguins and a time when Antarctica was warm and ice-free, Kate Hendry describes what it is like to work in Antarctica today, and Derek and Dave bring a welcome injection of heat as they find out how hand warmers work. We then dive into the waters around Antarctica with Povl Abrahamsen, who uses automated subs to look under the ice sheets and find out how they are changing, and Mike Fedak describes how his team have attached data collection instruments to the fur of elephant seals to explore completely unchartered depths of the Southern Ocean. - The Naked Scientists ENHANCED PODCAST - Stripping Down Science Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists As winter approaches, we take a trip down south to look at some of the cool research going on in Antarctica. Jane Francis talks about six-foot penguins and a time when Antarctica was warm and ice-free, Kate Hendry describes what it is like to work in Antarctica today, and Derek and Dave bring a welcome injection of heat as they find out how hand warmers work. We then dive into the waters around Antarctica with Povl Abrahamsen, who uses automated subs to look under the ice sheets and find out how they are changing, and Mike Fedak describes how his team have attached data collection instruments to the fur of elephant seals to explore completely unchartered depths of the Southern Ocean. antarctica, melting ice sheets, living in antarctica, elephant seals, trees in antarctica, how hand warmers work, kitchen science, internet radio, online science radio, chris smith, naked scientists