Caitlin Cramer, a PhD student in materials science engineering, demonstrates a machine that can print electrical circuits and solar cells at the newly opened Washington Clean Energy Testbeds lab.

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Yuval Noah Harari, professor of history at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, joins us to discuss his latest book Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow. Harai examines connections between biology and history. He explores the projects that will shape the 21st century life - from overcoming death to creating artificial life.

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