Science Podcasts

The number of stars in space is huge, so why is it so chilly?

A British researcher has been given the green light to genetically modify human embryos

Sperm Whales have been washing up on beaches all over western Europe, what happened?

How will we feed the world in the face of a booming population and climate change?

What makes a successful conspiracy? One evil genius and no minions!

Listen back to your voice on an answerphone and you might be quite surprised by the sound.

On the set and behind the scenes of medical drama Call the Midwife.

This week we shed some light on the Universe's most enigmatic objects: black holes...

When did time begin? Was it with the Big Bang or was there something before?

Could hibernating animals provide a cure for free radical damage in humans?

Felicity Bedford spoke to geneticist Walter Bodmer to find out why faces are so variable

In winter the idea of hibernating sounds pretty tempting, but what's actually happening?

Listener James wanted to know what the dark circles under your eyes are for.

How can we use Big Data for national security without invading the privacy of individuals?

New therapy might act by blocking signals that drive growth of cancer cells

This month we bring you a bumper edition full of our favourite bits from the past 4 years.

How do we make decisions? Why do we go deaf when we yawn and does light wear out?

What happens when you need surgery but are living aboard the International Space Station?

Graihagh hunts for her missing sixpack. Is it doable or is it just not in her DNA destiny?

It's the end of another great year for the Naked Scientists, what was your best bit?

Heat-seeking mosquitoes, coral spawning, social insect evolution and regenerating newts...

Dogs drink in a very distinctive way, lapping up water. But, how exactly do they do it?

The psychology of gift-giving, chocolate equations and how to avoid a festive hangover.

Tim Peake embarked on his journey to space on Tuesday but what will he do once he's there?