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Science Friday

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The tilcayo is the new wild cat on the block

The tiny, three-pound tilcayo is the first cat species to be described in a century, and, yes—it is as cute as you’d think.
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Are natural history museums going extinct?

The country’s oldest natural history museum, in Philadelphia, has closed its doors to visitors. Will other museums follow?
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Examining a new lunar crater + searching for signs of alien technology

Scientists are learning more about a recent impact crater on the moon. Plus, hunting for extraterrestrial life through technological clues.
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Did the COVID pandemic stunt kids’ development?

The pandemic interrupted the lives of millions of kids. Researchers are studying the impact on their social and emotional development.
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How do concussions affect the brain?

The latest scientific understanding of concussions is upending treatment recommendations for recovery.
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Covering the outer reaches of space to the tiniest microbes in our bodies, Science Friday is the trusted source for news about science, technology, and other cool stuff. Host Ira Flatow mixes it up by featuring people in the know and those who want to be. Science Friday frequently features listeners that call in with their most riveting science questions. In addition, Science Friday also produces award-winning videos. It's brain fun for curious people.

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Science Friday

Covering the outer reaches of space to the tiniest microbes in our bodies, Science Friday with Flora Lichtman and Ira Flatow is the source for entertaining and educational stories about science, technology, and other cool stuff.

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