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Vitamin D, Dr Gail Rees
12 december 2022 · 24 min
During winter months, over 15% of UK adults are estimated to have a vitamin D deficiency. But what exactly does vitamin D do in our bodies? And is it technically a vitamin anyway? Dr Gail Rees, senior lecturer in human nutrition at the University of Plymouth, reveals all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bird flu, with Dr Alastair Ward
9 december 2022 · 26 min
This year around the globe, an estimated 160 million domestic birds have died as a result of avian flu. But why has the virus spread so widely? And could humans be at risk? Dr Alastair Ward, associate professor of biodiversity and ecosystem management at the University of Leeds, explains all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mars in opposition, with Dr Stu Clark
5 december 2022 · 34 min
This week Mars will be lit up by our Sun, providing astronomers and amateur stargazers a wonderful chance to study the Red Planet. Astronomer and author, Dr Stu Clark joins us to explore how our image of Mars has evolved over the last 150 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Genetic testing, with Sir Peter Donnelly
2 december 2022 · 32 min
Professor of Statistical Science at the University of Oxford, and founder and CEO of Genomics PLC, Sir Peter Donnelly tells us about exactly what genetic screening can tell us about our health and what we can do to stay healthy regardless of our genes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Robins, with Helen Wilson
28 november 2022 · 31 min
Christmas is just around the corner, and what bird is more associated with the festive season than the robin? In this episode, we chat to Helen Wilson, an associate professor of human geography at the University of Durham, to delve into the natural history and cultural impact of one of the nation’s favourite birds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How our lives are being gamified, with Adrian Hon
25 november 2022 · 30 min
Whether you’re learning a new skill, trying to get healthy or simply progressing at work, you’ve likely experienced gamification. We speak to Adrian Hon, an author and games creator about why we should be cautious of gamification and its risks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The future of UK space science, with Andrew Kuh
21 november 2022 · 16 min
Andrew Kuh is the Exploration Technology Manager at the UK Space Agency. He explains the UK’s involvement with NASA’s Artemis 1 mission and the exciting future that lies ahead for UK space science. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What the Nordic people can teach us about a winter mindset, with Kari Leibowitz
18 november 2022 · 39 min
The collective misery as the nights draw in and the days feel impossibly short is palpable at this time of the year. But it doesn’t have to feel this way. Kari Leibowitz, a researcher, writer and speaker who studies how our mindset influences our health and wellbeing, joins us to explain what studying the national Nordic psychology can teach us about getting through winter (and even maybe enjoying it!). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Climate breakdown, with Prof Bill McGuire
14 november 2022 · 21 min
In this episode of Instant Genius, McGuire explains why it is now practically impossible for us to keep climate change on the right side of the 1.5-degree target set by the Paris Agreement, what the Earth could look like in 2100 and what we can still do to mitigate the worst impacts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sleep disorders, with Dr Alice Vernon
11 november 2022 · 36 min
In this episode of Instant Genius, Dr Vernon speaks to us about sleep disorders, or parasomnias. She tells us how scientific attitudes towards sleep disorders have changed over the years, what the latest thinking on treatments is, and what she learnt about her own sleep disorders while writing her latest book – Night Terrors: Troubled sleep and the stories we tell about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Kindness, with Claudia Hammond
7 november 2022 · 29 min
Today, the world can feel like a bit of an unkind place. But according to Claudia Hammond, a psychologist and BBC Radio 4 presenter, that isn’t necessarily the case. There are easy ways to introduce more kindness into your life, which could even make you happier and healthier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Heating and Health, with Dr Radha Modgil
4 november 2022 · 17 min
With energy bills skyrocketing of late, many of us are thinking twice before putting the heating on, or maybe not even putting it on at all. But what effect could living in a cold home have on our health? We speak to Dr Radha Modgil, an NHS GP and BBC Science Focus columnist to find out more.
In this episode of Instant Genius, Dr Radha explains what the cold does to the human body, who is most at risk and if the solution really is to heat the human, not the home.
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The e-waste dilemma, with Josh Lepawsky
31 oktober 2022 · 27 min
Is your smartphone becoming more environmentally friendly? Are tech companies doing enough to reduce their carbon footprint? Josh Lepawsky, a researcher in the geography of waste shares his views on the problem of e-waste. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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COVID in waste, with Dave O’Connor and Marc Johnson
28 oktober 2022 · 21 min
In this episode Jason speaks to virologists Dave O’Connor and Marc Johnson from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Lees meer
For the past year they have been hunting down a heavily mutated strain of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in a search that has led them to scour through everything from sewage water to dog poo.
In this episode they explain how viruses mutate, how there may be rogue forms of coronavirus still out there and how we can track viruses down.
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Irrational thinking and beliefs, with Steven Pinker
24 oktober 2022 · 33 min
Are we innately rational or irrational beings? What’s the common psychology that leads people to be sucked into conspiracy theories? Cognitive scientist Steven Pinker shares his theories about rational thought and how we can overcome psychological biases. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Flies, with Dr Erica McAlister
21 oktober 2022 · 34 min
Yes, we moan about them biting us, landing on our food and invading our picnics, but did you know that flies are extremely important pollinators? And they also polish off a lot of the dead and decomposing stuff in nature, making the world a better place for us to live? Dr Erica McAlister, the curator of flies at the Natural History Museum, tells us why we should give these insects a little more love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Medical Detection Dogs, Dr Claire Guest
17 oktober 2022 · 46 min
Can animals sniff out cancer? Absolutely they can! It turns out that a dog’s incredible sense of smell can sniff out prostate cancer from a urine sample. Indeed, one recent study suggested that a dog can detect lung cancer from someone’s breath. So how do they do it? And how is this incredible talent being deployed in the real world? We talk to the co-founder of the Medical Detection Dogs charity Dr Claire Guest to find out. Lees meer
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Holding the Universe in your hands, with Dr Kimberly Arcand
14 oktober 2022 · 34 min
What if you could hold a supernova in the palm of your hand? Or what if you could listen to a black hole? Dr Kimberly Arcand, a data visualiser for NASA, explains how astrophysics is moving beyond flat 2D images and how you can get involved at home. Lees meer
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The science of learning music, with Adriana Barton
10 oktober 2022 · 20 min
Picking up an instrument is something we’ve all done, or thought about doing. But what is actually going on in our brains when we do? We talk to health writer and cellist Adriana Barton about her book: Wired for Music – A search for health and joy through the science of sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The science and soul of music, with prof Susan Rogers
7 oktober 2022 · 46 min
Why do you love the songs that you do? Why does music have such a powerful hold over us? Can you love music without being musical? Neuroscientist prof Susan Rogers, who at one time worked with Prince as the audio engineer for Purple Rain, reveals what science can tell us about our musical taste, what our favourite songs might tell us about ourselves and, of course, what it was like to work with Prince. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Faecal transplants, with Dr Benjamin Mullish
3 oktober 2022 · 27 min
The Food and Drink Administration in the States has recently recommended the use of faecal transplants to treat various bacterial infections. We spoke to Dr Benjamin Mullish, a researcher at Imperial College London’s Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction, about this promising new technique. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The future of self-driving cars, with Jack Stilgoe
30 september 2022 · 32 min
Jack Stilgoe, a professor of science and technology policy, talks us through the future of self-driving cars, upcoming changes to the law surrounding them, and how they could change society. Lees meer
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The heart, with Sian Harding
26 september 2022 · 37 min
Sian Harding, author of The Exquisite Machine: The new science of the heart, explains how the heart works, how to keep it healthy and the future of research into this essential organ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jupiter in opposition, with Dr Jonathan Nichols
23 september 2022 · 36 min
On Monday 26 September, Jupiter will make its closest approach to Earth for 59 years, giving astronomers and stargazers a unique opportunity to observe and study the planet. To mark this moment, we spoke to planetary scientist Dr Jonathan Nichols from Leicester University, to understand the significance of this cosmological event and find out how new research is rewriting what we know about the enigmatic giant in our midst. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Spider season, with Prof Adam Hart
19 september 2022 · 26 min
It’s that time of year again when we start to notice spiders coming into our homes. But what is the cause of this so-called ‘spider season’ and can any UK spiders actually cause us harm? Entomologist Prof Adam Hart from the University of Gloucester gives us the lowdown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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NASA’s DART asteroid deflection mission, with Tim Gregory
16 september 2022 · 17 min
Geologist and chemist Tim Gregory tells us what to look out for when NASA’s DART spacecraft completes its year-long journey and crashes into an asteroid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dung beetles, with Sally-Ann Spence
12 september 2022 · 33 min
Dung beetles are incredibly important insects. They keep fields clean by munching through dung, help aerate soil, and act as a food source for various animals. Dung beetle expert Sally Ann Spence tells us all about these little insects, reveals where you can find them, and explains why we should look after them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Artemis’s First Launch, with Libby Jackson
9 september 2022 · 38 min
Over the last couple of weeks Artemis has had two failed attempts at its first launch. Libby Jackson, the Exploration Science Manager for the UK space agency explains what went wrong, why failures are all part of the process and what’s in store for us all when we finally make it back to the moon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Space weather, with Sean Elvidge
5 september 2022 · 25 min
Jason Goodyer talks with Sean Elvidge on everything you need to know about weather in space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bringing back the Tasmanian tiger from extinction, with Helen Pilcher
2 september 2022 · 48 min
When we bring back a species after it’s gone extinct, are we bringing back the real thing? Would we create a woolly mammoth or a hairy elephant? Biologist Helen Pilcher explains whether we can really bring back species from the dead, and how the research could help us protect species under threat of extinction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The science of James Bond gadgets, with Kathryn Harkup
29 augustus 2022 · 37 min
Kathryn Harkup, author of Superspy Science, talks us through the science of the craziest gadgets, schemes and fatalities in the James Bond series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How plants solve crimes, with Prof David Gibson
26 augustus 2022 · 29 min
You can’t escape plant matter. It’s everywhere. That’s why forensic botany – the study of plants to help investigate crime – is so powerful. Professor David Gibson explores how true crime cases have been solved using plants, algae, fungi and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Future of artificial intelligence, with Kate Darling
22 augustus 2022 · 31 min
Dr Kate Darling, a researcher specialising in human-robot interaction at the MIT Media Lab talks to us about artificial intelligence and tells us why we don’t need to worry about a robot uprising. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Life on Mars, with Lewis Dartnell
19 augustus 2022 · 34 min
Lewis Dartnell, an astrobiologist and research scientist and the University of Westminster, explains what we might find in the search for life on Mars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What has caused the heatwave and drought, with Prof Dann Mitchell
15 augustus 2022 · 17 min
Prof Dann Mitchell, a climate scientist at the University of Bristol, reveals what has caused the current heatwave and drought, and what the future outlook could be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Drought, with Kevin Hiscock
12 augustus 2022 · 31 min
Kevin Hiscock, a professor of environmental sciences at the University of East Anglia, unpacks the problems the UK is facing with drought and how to tackle them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Instant Genius Update
8 augustus 2022 · 3 min
We are now giving you double Instant Genius each week! From Monday 8th August 2022 you'll get a new episode from us every Monday and Friday. For those subscribed via Apple Podcasts Subscription service you will now receive all new Instant Genius episodes completely ad free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Seashells with Dr Helen Scales
8 augustus 2022 · 30 min
Marine biologist, broadcaster and author Dr Helen Scales tells us all about seashells, where to find them, and what they can reveal about their inhabitants. Lees meer
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Inside the mind of a bee, with Prof Lars Chittka
1 augustus 2022 · 41 min
How smart can an insect be? Lars Chittka, a professor of sensory and behavioural ecology and Queen Mary, University of London unpacks the incredible depth of intelligence exquisitely packed into the mind of a bee.
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Deepfakes, with Sam Gregory
25 juli 2022 · 23 min
Technologist Sam Gregory explains what deepfakes are and why they have seen a sudden rise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The evolution of human childhood, with Dr Brenna Hassett
18 juli 2022 · 30 min
Anthropologist Brenna Hassett, author of Growing Up Human, explains why our super-long childhood is so weird compared to the rest of the animal kingdom.
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The science of crabs, with Peter Davie
11 juli 2022 · 36 min
Marine ecologist Peter Davie, author of Crabs: A Global Natural History, tells us about the biology and behaviour of these crustaceans.
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Meteorites, with Dr Tim Gregory
4 juli 2022 · 29 min
Cosmochemist Dr Tim Gregory tells us about the exciting science of space rocks.
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Animal senses, with Ed Yong
27 juni 2022 · 29 min
Science writer Ed Yong tells us about the staggering diversity of animal senses, from dogs’ powerful sense of smell to birds’ incredible colour vision.
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Sloths, with Dr Rebecca Cliffe
20 juni 2022 · 34 min
Dr Rebecca Cliffe, founder and executive director of the Sloth Conservation Foundation, busts the myths around these loveable animals and explains just how bizarre their biology is.
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Bitcoin, with Brett Scott
13 juni 2022 · 24 min
Brett Scott, author of Cloudmoney, explains how cryptocurrencies work, and why he believes Bitcoin will never be a true currency.
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COVID numbers, with Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter
6 juni 2022 · 27 min
What story do the statistics tell about the pandemic? Sir David Spiegelhalter, the non-executive director the UK Statistics Authority, explores what lessons we’ve learned over the last two years.
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The science of dreams, with Sidarta Ribeiro
30 mei 2022 · 32 min
Neuroscientist Sidarta Ribeiro speaks to us about what is going on in our brains when we dream.
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The body clock, with Prof Russell Foster
23 mei 2022 · 32 min
Neuroscientist Prof Russell Foster explains how our circadian rhythms control functions throughout our entire bodies.
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Dog intelligence, with Jules Howard
16 mei 2022 · 36 min
Zoologist Jules Howard, author of the new book Wonderdog, tells us how smart our pet pooches really are.
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