Chris Smith chris@thenakedscientists.com no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/ The Naked Scientists flagship science show brings you a light hearted 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 Thu, 16 May 2013 22:05:17 +0000 http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/uploads/tx_naksciconfig/temp/NS_Podcasts_144.jpg http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/ 144 144 Science 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. Dr Chris Smith 56:51 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20130516/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_13.05.16.mp3 Wed, 15 May 2013 23:00:00 +0000 How are weather forecasts made? Are they accurate, and if not why not? And how do we know when extreme weather is on the way? Also, what about on other planets and moons? To find out, we talk to the teams who study weather and climate patterns, both on Earth and elsewhere in the solar system. Plus, scientists discover the world's oldest water, signs that selfishness kickstarted agriculture, and why butterflies with more melanin fly further... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How are weather forecasts made? Are they accurate, and if not why not? And how do we know when extreme weather is on the way? Also, what about on other planets and moons? To find out, we talk to the teams who study weather and climate patterns, both ... How are weather forecasts made? Are they accurate, and if not why not? And how do we know when extreme weather is on the way? Also, what about on other planets and moons? To find out, we talk to the teams who study weather and climate patterns, both on Earth and elsewhere in the solar system. Plus, scientists discover the world's oldest water, signs that selfishness kickstarted agriculture, and why butterflies with more melanin fly further... naked scientists,weather, climate, extreme weather, atmospheric modelling, planetary weather, worlds oldest water, malaria, butterflies, agriculture 58:41 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20130404/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_13.04.04.mp3 Thu, 4 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 We take a tour of the two Australian precursors to the Square Kilometre Array - the Murchison Wide Field Array and the Australian SKA Pathfinder - to discover how big radio astronomy projects will see the universe in a new light. Plus, how understanding the physics of radio detectors helps us make better telescopes... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We take a tour of the two Australian precursors to the Square Kilometre Array - the Murchison Wide Field Array and the Australian SKA Pathfinder - to discover how big radio astronomy projects will see the universe in a new light. Plus, how understan... We take a tour of the two Australian precursors to the Square Kilometre Array - the Murchison Wide Field Array and the Australian SKA Pathfinder - to discover how big radio astronomy projects will see the universe in a new light. Plus, how understanding the physics of radio detectors helps us make better telescopes... help,see,SKA,square kilometre array, murchison 58:37 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20130321/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_13.03.21.mp3 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 What the future holds for digital data storage goes under the spotlight this week - how can we ensure that what we record today - on film, discs or up in the cloud - remains readable for years to come? Plus, news of what the Planck probe has revealed about the early Universe, giant squid, an update from the Mars Curiosity mission, eye implants and nanoparticles to track stem cells... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists What the future holds for digital data storage goes under the spotlight this week - how can we ensure that what we record today - on film, discs or up in the cloud - remains readable for years to come? Plus, news of what the Planck probe has revealed... What the future holds for digital data storage goes under the spotlight this week - how can we ensure that what we record today - on film, discs or up in the cloud - remains readable for years to come? Plus, news of what the Planck probe has revealed about the early Universe, giant squid, an update from the Mars Curiosity mission, eye implants and nanoparticles to track stem cells... data storage,curiosity,implants,nanoparticles,nanoparticle,disc,implant,digital,storage,film,stem cells,mar,cloud,stem cell,cell,naked scientists,kitchen science 59:05 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20130314/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_13.03.14.mp3 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 We celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the epidemiologist John Snow by looking at the historic and modern fight against Cholera. Also, news of what 4000 year old mummies are revealing about arterial disease, a novel antibiotic approach to battling bacteria, the Facebook app that turns likes into predictions about your personality and do animals practise dentistry...? Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the epidemiologist John Snow by looking at the historic and modern fight against Cholera. Also, news of what 4000 year old mummies are revealing about arterial disease, a novel antibiotic approach to... We celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the epidemiologist John Snow by looking at the historic and modern fight against Cholera. Also, news of what 4000 year old mummies are revealing about arterial disease, a novel antibiotic approach to battling bacteria, the Facebook app that turns likes into predictions about your personality and do animals practise dentistry...? anniversary,snow,birth,fight,naked scientists,kitchen science 58:03 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20130307-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_13.03.07.mp3 Thu, 7 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 How Internet searches can give clues to drug side-effects, the science of sink holes, flame-retardant DNA, brain stimulation for anorexia, and feeding the planet in future: why flies might hold the key to better food security... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How Internet searches can give clues to drug side-effects, the science of sink holes, flame-retardant DNA, brain stimulation for anorexia, and feeding the planet in future: why flies might hold the key to better food security...... How Internet searches can give clues to drug side-effects, the science of sink holes, flame-retardant DNA, brain stimulation for anorexia, and feeding the planet in future: why flies might hold the key to better food security... food security, flies, DNA flame retardent, annorexia, population, human excrement 58:01 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20130207/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_13.02.07.mp3 Thu, 7 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 We're analysing asteroids in this edition of the Naked Scientists, as Earth is due a very near miss next week! We'll also meet the asteroid miners - companies looking to go prospecting in outer space - to find out how to mine an asteroid. Plus, the new material that can generate electricity from the heat in your hand, and what will the Large Hadron Collider be looking for next... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We're analysing asteroids in this edition of the Naked Scientists, as Earth is due a very near miss next week! We'll also meet the asteroid miners - companies looking to go prospecting in outer space - to find out how to mine an asteroid. Plus, the... We're analysing asteroids in this edition of the Naked Scientists, as Earth is due a very near miss next week! We'll also meet the asteroid miners - companies looking to go prospecting in outer space - to find out how to mine an asteroid. Plus, the new material that can generate electricity from the heat in your hand, and what will the Large Hadron Collider be looking for next... LHC,Large Hadron Collider,naked scientists,kitchen science 58:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20130124/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_13.01.24.mp3 Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:45:29 +0000 WE'RE BACK! And in this first episode of our new series, a sponge for soaking up oil slicks, how dung beetles navigate by starlight, the world's largest jelly, the rebound effect, how dogs came to be, why DNA is the data storage medium of tomorrow. Plus, a heads-up on transparent electronics, including a device that will superimpose a map of the road ahead onto your glasses... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists WE'RE BACK! And in this first episode of our new series, a sponge for soaking up oil slicks, how dung beetles navigate by starlight, the world's largest jelly, the rebound effect, how dogs came to be, why DNA is the data storage medium of tomorrow. P... WE'RE BACK! And in this first episode of our new series, a sponge for soaking up oil slicks, how dung beetles navigate by starlight, the world's largest jelly, the rebound effect, how dogs came to be, why DNA is the data storage medium of tomorrow. Plus, a heads-up on transparent electronics, including a device that will superimpose a map of the road ahead onto your glasses... transparent electronics, oil slicks, jelly, dog evolution, dna information storage 54:09 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20121223/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.12.23.mp3 Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Can a frozen body be shattered with a hammer, how can speedbumps diagnose appendictis and why are reindeers' noses red? For Christmas 2012 we talk to a host of scientists doing seasonal research, find out how Elite, the blockbuster computer game launched 30 years ago, is about to make a comeback, and answer your brain-busting science questions, including why chewing gum gets tougher the longer you chew it, and we do the experiment to discover whether James Bond really could freeze - then shatter - a baddie... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Can a frozen body be shattered with a hammer, how can speedbumps diagnose appendictis and why are reindeers' noses red? For Christmas 2012 we talk to a host of scientists doing seasonal research, find out how Elite, the blockbuster computer game laun... Can a frozen body be shattered with a hammer, how can speedbumps diagnose appendictis and why are reindeers' noses red? For Christmas 2012 we talk to a host of scientists doing seasonal research, find out how Elite, the blockbuster computer game launched 30 years ago, is about to make a comeback, and answer your brain-busting science questions, including why chewing gum gets tougher the longer you chew it, and we do the experiment to discover whether James Bond really could freeze - then shatter - a baddie... shatter a frozen body, elite dangerous, speedbumps appendicitis, red nosed reindeers, dog smells clostridium difficle 59:47 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20121216/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.12.16.mp3 Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 How does radio reach out of the studio? This week, we tune in explore the science and technology of broadcasting to find out how a voice hits the airwaves. We discover the difference between AM, FM and DAB, and use basic physics to build our own microphone. Plus, the 7000 year old cheese and the surprisingly simple solution to a box jellyfish sting. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How does radio reach out of the studio? This week, we tune in explore the science and technology of broadcasting to find out how a voice hits the airwaves. We discover the difference between AM, FM and DAB, and use basic physics to build our own mi... How does radio reach out of the studio? This week, we tune in explore the science and technology of broadcasting to find out how a voice hits the airwaves. We discover the difference between AM, FM and DAB, and use basic physics to build our own microphone. Plus, the 7000 year old cheese and the surprisingly simple solution to a box jellyfish sting. luminosity,purity,centrifuge,adenoviru,filler,lectures,latency,andromeda,silicate,philippin,budget,kettle,MR,fizzy drink,haemoglobin,hawaii,reproduc,animal model,light year,magic,pig,cable,plates,injection,christma,christmas,horse,tropical,cod,fund,satell 58:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20121125/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.11.25.mp3 Sun, 25 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 This week, join us on a tour of ISIS, the STFC's Neutron and Muon source. We find out how neutrons can probe the properties of materials, help to protect electronic circuits from failure and shed light on the action of antibiotics. Plus, in the news we hear how to print out perfect replacement cartilage. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists This week, join us on a tour of ISIS, the STFC's Neutron and Muon source. We find out how neutrons can probe the properties of materials, help to protect electronic circuits from failure and shed light on the action of antibiotics. Plus, in the new... This week, join us on a tour of ISIS, the STFC's Neutron and Muon source. We find out how neutrons can probe the properties of materials, help to protect electronic circuits from failure and shed light on the action of antibiotics. Plus, in the news we hear how to print out perfect replacement cartilage. phenol,cyanide,vot,tungsten,marine reserve,well-being,desktop,flex,power plants,complementary,mist,charged particle,governments,electric field,rods,concrete,sponge,reserve,bbc,flexible,LHC,Large Hadron Collider,dimension,pop,blind,bubbles,bubbl,recept,wal 59:04 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120916-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.09.16.mp3 Sat, 15 Sep 2012 23:00:00 +0000 Would you set sail with a robotic skipper? This week, the World Robotic Sailing Championships grace the waters of Cardiff Bay, and we meet the teams to find out how this could lead to a sea change in robot science. Plus, we find out how robots are coming out of the factory and into the home, to care for the elderly and help children learn. In the news, stem cells restore hearing to deaf gerbils, facebook alters voting behaviour, and why a blue berry is the brightest thing in nature... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Would you set sail with a robotic skipper? This week, the World Robotic Sailing Championships grace the waters of Cardiff Bay, and we meet the teams to find out how this could lead to a sea change in robot science. Plus, we find out how robots a... Would you set sail with a robotic skipper? This week, the World Robotic Sailing Championships grace the waters of Cardiff Bay, and we meet the teams to find out how this could lead to a sea change in robot science. Plus, we find out how robots are coming out of the factory and into the home, to care for the elderly and help children learn. In the news, stem cells restore hearing to deaf gerbils, facebook alters voting behaviour, and why a blue berry is the brightest thing in nature... vote,pigmentation,cochlea,politic,deaf,inner ear,hydrothermal vent,embryonic stem cells,milky way,embryonic stem cell,shipp,mapping,recovery,robotics,robot,robotic sailing,naked scientists, 59:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120909/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.09.09.mp3 Sat, 8 Sep 2012 23:00:00 +0000 Will we find life in a lake trapped under 3 kilometres of ice? How can living above an abandoned mine cut your heating bills? What is the future for diet foods? This week, we bring you the best from the British Science Festival in Aberdeen. We also discuss the Higgs and antimatter, how plastics are affecting our health and how to recreate the colours of fossilised insects... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Will we find life in a lake trapped under 3 kilometres of ice? How can living above an abandoned mine cut your heating bills? What is the future for diet foods? This week, we bring you the best from the British Science Festival in Aberdeen. We also d... Will we find life in a lake trapped under 3 kilometres of ice? How can living above an abandoned mine cut your heating bills? What is the future for diet foods? This week, we bring you the best from the British Science Festival in Aberdeen. We also discuss the Higgs and antimatter, how plastics are affecting our health and how to recreate the colours of fossilised insects... lake ellsworth, antarctica, heat pump, dieting, weight loss, higgs boson, fossilised insects 59:40 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120902/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.09.02.mp3 Sat, 1 Sep 2012 23:00:00 +0000 How is data sent safely online, and how can we keep prying eyes away? This week we investigate the basis of cybersecurity, ask if chip and pin is safe and talk to a team of hackers who attempt to penetrate websites legitimately. We also reveal the dangers of wifi as we find out what your mobile phone is revealing about you. Plus the genetic basis of movement, a new form of flexible battery and, in our Question of the Week, how one telephone line can have multiple uses! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How is data sent safely online, and how can we keep prying eyes away? This week we investigate the basis of cybersecurity, ask if chip and pin is safe and talk to a team of hackers who attempt to penetrate websites legitimately. We also reveal the ... How is data sent safely online, and how can we keep prying eyes away? This week we investigate the basis of cybersecurity, ask if chip and pin is safe and talk to a team of hackers who attempt to penetrate websites legitimately. We also reveal the dangers of wifi as we find out what your mobile phone is revealing about you. Plus the genetic basis of movement, a new form of flexible battery and, in our Question of the Week, how one telephone line can have multiple uses! hacker,flexible,danger,online,safe,naked scientists,kitchen science 34:17 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120819/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.08.22.mp3 Sat, 18 Aug 2012 23:00:00 +0000 Is hydrogen the fuel of our future? As fossil fuel reserves run out, this week we ask whether hydrogen can fill the energy void? We look at work to harness bacteria to transform everyday waste into biohydrogen, hear how scientists are planning to store this gas safely, take to the road in a hydrogen-powered car and investigate the workings of the fuel cells that run them... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Is hydrogen the fuel of our future? As fossil fuel reserves run out, this week we ask whether hydrogen can fill the energy void? We look at work to harness bacteria to transform everyday waste into biohydrogen, hear how scientists are planning to sto... Is hydrogen the fuel of our future? As fossil fuel reserves run out, this week we ask whether hydrogen can fill the energy void? We look at work to harness bacteria to transform everyday waste into biohydrogen, hear how scientists are planning to store this gas safely, take to the road in a hydrogen-powered car and investigate the workings of the fuel cells that run them... economy,fossils,play,naked scientists,kitchen science 01:01:00 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120805/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.08.05.mp3 Mon, 6 Aug 2012 17:22:25 +0000 Publishing early in recognition of the arrival on the red planet of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) Curiosity Rover, this week we talk to members of the mission team, revisit some previous successful planetary explorations and hear how UK engineers have made it possible for Rovers to think for themselves. Plus, news of why planets orbit in a plane and whether elephants purr, or just hum... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Publishing early in recognition of the arrival on the red planet of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) Curiosity Rover, this week we talk to members of the mission team, revisit some previous successful planetary explorations and hear how UK engin... Publishing early in recognition of the arrival on the red planet of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) Curiosity Rover, this week we talk to members of the mission team, revisit some previous successful planetary explorations and hear how UK engineers have made it possible for Rovers to think for themselves. Plus, news of why planets orbit in a plane and whether elephants purr, or just hum... ROV,hear,naked scientists,kitchen science 59:51 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120729/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.07.29.mp3 Sat, 28 Jul 2012 23:00:00 +0000 How can science, technology and engineering aid the world's elite athletes? In this special edition of the Naked Scientists, we discover how physiology, psychology and technology help get us across the finish line. We'll be exploring the biochemical tests that can improve training, and Meera gets put through her paces on a treadmill! We also hear from Gold Medal winner Steve Redgrave and current Team GB competitors about the impact of science on their performance. Plus, how Formula One technology can make better bicycles, and why can technology can get so good, it has to be banned from competition... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How can science, technology and engineering aid the world's elite athletes? In this special edition of the Naked Scientists, we discover how physiology, psychology and technology help get us across the finish line. We'll be exploring the biochemica... How can science, technology and engineering aid the world's elite athletes? In this special edition of the Naked Scientists, we discover how physiology, psychology and technology help get us across the finish line. We'll be exploring the biochemical tests that can improve training, and Meera gets put through her paces on a treadmill! We also hear from Gold Medal winner Steve Redgrave and current Team GB competitors about the impact of science on their performance. Plus, how Formula One technology can make better bicycles, and why can technology can get so good, it has to be banned from competition... naked scientists,sport,mclaren,formula 1,exercise,psychology,aerodynamics,engineering,F1,technology,bikes,hydration,tour de france,endurance,breath,body,muscle,lactic acid,olympic,london 2012,sport,lactate,swimsuit,sensor network, 59:58 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120722/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.07.22.mp3 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 23:00:00 +0000 From the first flight to supersonic air-travel was achieved in under 50 years. To discover what made it all possible we look at the advances in technology, engineering and materials that were needed, and the social and political pressures that drove the field forward since the first tentative steps toward take-off in the 1870s... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists From the first flight to supersonic air-travel was achieved in under 50 years. To discover what made it all possible we look at the advances in technology, engineering and materials that were needed, and the social and political pressures that drove ... From the first flight to supersonic air-travel was achieved in under 50 years. To discover what made it all possible we look at the advances in technology, engineering and materials that were needed, and the social and political pressures that drove the field forward since the first tentative steps toward take-off in the 1870s... pressure,flight,supersonic,naked scientists,kitchen scienceflight,history of science,materials science,alloy,rolls royce,jet engine,jet turbine,jet,fight,spitfire,aircraft,aeroplane,physics,coanda,boeing,RAF,world war,supersonic,engineering,materials, 59:34 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120708/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.07.08.mp3 Sat, 7 Jul 2012 23:00:00 +0000 Super bainite, a surprisingly-strong steel, is the subject of this week's Naked Scientists. We discover how it's made in the metallurgical equivalent of a pizza oven, why it makes the best bearings and how, even when it's full of holes, it also makes great armour. In the news, a nanotechnological tool to unblock blood vessels, a dust cloud that's disappeared around a nearby star and have we found the Higgs? Plus, can your cutlery affect the flavour of food? Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists Super bainite, a surprisingly-strong steel, is the subject of this week's Naked Scientists. We discover how it's made in the metallurgical equivalent of a pizza oven, why it makes the best bearings and how, even when it's full of holes, it also makes... Super bainite, a surprisingly-strong steel, is the subject of this week's Naked Scientists. We discover how it's made in the metallurgical equivalent of a pizza oven, why it makes the best bearings and how, even when it's full of holes, it also makes great armour. In the news, a nanotechnological tool to unblock blood vessels, a dust cloud that's disappeared around a nearby star and have we found the Higgs? Plus, can your cutlery affect the flavour of food? naked scientists,super bainite,steel,metal,metallurgy,alloy,heat treatment,heart attack,nanotechnology,quark,bicarbonate,firework,silicon,manganese,potassium,impact,explosion,explosive,supersonic,LHC,large hadron collider,turbine,higgs boson,higgs field, 59:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120610-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.06.10.mp3 Sat, 9 Jun 2012 23:00:00 +0000 How do we look for life beyond Earth? And how did it first get started down here? To help us take on these big questions, we explore the science of SETI and the chemistry of creating life. Plus, science gets cinematic as we meet the scientific adviser for Prometheus, and find out how his work could help us understand alien atmospheres. In the news, how to sequence a baby using just the mother's blood, and the simple intervention that could prevent millions of malaria cases. In Question of the Week, can we create life in the lab from just elements and heat? Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How do we look for life beyond Earth? And how did it first get started down here? To help us take on these big questions, we explore the science of SETI and the chemistry of creating life. Plus, science gets cinematic as we meet the scientific adv... How do we look for life beyond Earth? And how did it first get started down here? To help us take on these big questions, we explore the science of SETI and the chemistry of creating life. Plus, science gets cinematic as we meet the scientific adviser for Prometheus, and find out how his work could help us understand alien atmospheres. In the news, how to sequence a baby using just the mother's blood, and the simple intervention that could prevent millions of malaria cases. In Question of the Week, can we create life in the lab from just elements and heat? naked scientists,kitchen science, prometheus,astrobiology,alien,SETI,stanley miller,,origin,space,mars,planet,meteorite,spectroscopy,lightning,star,carbon dioxide,alien,extremophile,planets,radio telescope,astrophysics,exoplanet,ridley scott, 59:34 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120520/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.05.20.mp3 Tue, 22 May 2012 11:44:14 +0000 How do you make a new metal? This week, we follow a novel alloy from PC to plane, finding out how computer modelling and design can help us create new metals with exciting new properties. We also discover how these newly-designed metals are forged, treated and tested before they form the basis of a new generation of jet engines. In the news, deep-sea dwelling bacteria that are still digesting a meal dating from the time of the dinosaurs, a shot-in the arm for ageing satellites and a brain-interface device to permit paralysed patients to control robotic arms... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists How do you make a new metal? This week, we follow a novel alloy from PC to plane, finding out how computer modelling and design can help us create new metals with exciting new properties. We also discover how these newly-designed metals are forged, t... How do you make a new metal? This week, we follow a novel alloy from PC to plane, finding out how computer modelling and design can help us create new metals with exciting new properties. We also discover how these newly-designed metals are forged, treated and tested before they form the basis of a new generation of jet engines. In the news, deep-sea dwelling bacteria that are still digesting a meal dating from the time of the dinosaurs, a shot-in the arm for ageing satellites and a brain-interface device to permit paralysed patients to control robotic arms... model,alloy,jet engine,naked scientists,rolls royce,metallurgy,materials science, 59:29 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120311/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.03.11.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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 59:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/20120219/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_12.02.19.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 fabr... 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 01:01:07 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/1324166400/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.12.18.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 escap... 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 59:12 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.12.04/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.12.04.mp3 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? Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 look... 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/naked-scientists/show/2011.11.27/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.11.27.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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/naked-scientists/show/2011.11.20/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.11.20.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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 01:01:01 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.10.23/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.10.23.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 t... 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 01:01:03 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.10.09/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.10.09.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 Bristo... 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, 01:01:07 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.10.02/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.10.02.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 ques... 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 01:01:06 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.09.04/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.09.04.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 ... 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 01:01:02 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.08.21/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.08.21.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 e... 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, 59:05 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.07.24/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.07.24.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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, a... 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, 59:21 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.07.05/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.07.10.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 unea... 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 58:28 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.05.29/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.05.29.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 engin... 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, 59:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.05.01/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.05.01.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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/naked-scientists/show/2011.04.24/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.04.26..mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 ... 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/naked-scientists/show/2011.04.17-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/The_Naked_Scientists_Show_11.04.17.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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 01:01:02 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.03.20/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.03.13.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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, wh... 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, 56:56 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.02.06/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.02.06.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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, 55:33 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2011.01.23/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_11.01.23.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 t... 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?, 17:27 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2010.12.26-1/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.12.26.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 muscle... 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/naked-scientists/show/2010.12.19/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.12.19.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 shap... 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 58:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2010.09.12/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.09.12.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 h... 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 59:02 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2010.08.15/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.08.15.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 walkin... 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/naked-scientists/show/2010.08.08/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.08.08.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 ... 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/naked-scientists/show/2010.08.01/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.08.01.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 ... 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, 56:19 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2010.07.18/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/The_Naked_Scientists_Show_10.07.18.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 wa... 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 58:38 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2010.06.20/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.06.20.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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, ... 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, 56:54 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2010.05.02/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.05.02.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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. W... 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, 54:17 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2010.03.07/ http://www.thenakedscientists.com/guid/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.03.07.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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, 52:35 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2010.01.05/ http://nakeddiscovery.com/files/Naked_Scientists_Show_10.01.05.mp3 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 Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 ... 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 57:42 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2009.11.15/ http://nakeddiscovery.com/files/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.11.15.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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 01:01:05 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2009.11.01/ http://nakeddiscovery.com/files/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.11.01b.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 continuou... 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 59:14 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2009.08.29/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.08.30.mp3 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* Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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... 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/naked-scientists/show/2009.08.22/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.08.23.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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. ... 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 59:10 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2009.07.26/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.07.26.mp3 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:04:21 +0000 We dig deep into the science of rubbish, refuse, waste and recycling... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC Dr Chris Smith, The Naked Scientists We dig deep into the science of rubbish, refuse, waste and recycling...... We dig deep into the science of rubbish, refuse, waste and recycling... naked scientists,kitchen science 55:00 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2009.01.25/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_09.01.25.mp3 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! Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 su... 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 56:11 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2008.12.07/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/Naked_Scientists_Show_08.12.07.mp3 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... Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 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 55:30 no http://www.thenakedscientists.com/HTML/podcasts/naked-scientists/show/2008.11.23/ http://tnsstore.caret.cam.ac.uk/The_Naked_Scientists_Show_08.11.23.mp3 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. Podcasts from the Naked Scientists supported by the STFC 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 toil... 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