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Where does federal science funding stand now?

Sudip Parikh of AAAS joins us for an update on how federal funding for research has changed, and the impact of those changes.
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How rapid genome sequencing can help stop outbreaks

Researchers are working to track, and stop, outbreaks like Ebola more quickly by sequencing the genomes of pathogens as new cases appear.
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Help! This new dwarf planet needs a name

Scientists using the new Vera C. Rubin Observatory have located a possible new dwarf planet beyond Neptune. What would you name it?
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‘Big Math’ shines a light on the hidden math that runs our world

Mathematician Steven Strogatz discusses the unexpected math in daily life, and how his field is picking up the pieces after AI disruptions.
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How, and why, to connect with wildlife in your own backyard

The author of ‘The Comfort of Crows’ talks about finding meaning in her own yard, and how the native plant movement inspired her.
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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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