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Science news podcasts from the American Chemical Society

A weekly digest of cutting edge research from the American Chemical Society

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New way To Protect Streams and Rivers - Episode 841

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November 16, 2017 - Mussels could help keep dirty water from fouling streams and rivers.

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Cleaning up aquatic pollution with mussels.

The Fight against Carcinogens Heats Up - Episode 840

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November 15, 2017 - Firefighting increases exposure to carcinogens.

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Battling flames increases firefighters’ exposure to carcinogens.

Viruses That Can Kill Bacteria - Episode 839

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November 13, 2017 - Viruses embedded in new ‘sugar-glass’ coating could help kill bacteria found in food.

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New ‘sugar-glass’ film uses viruses to protect food from harmful bacteria.

Sperm Wars - Episode 838

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November 09, 2017 -  ‘Star Wars’ parody inadvertently produces something scientifically useful.

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How a ‘Star Wars’ parody turned into a tool for discovery.

Stop and Smell the Guano: How Fertilizers Saved the World - Episode 837

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November 08, 2017 - A little more than a hundred years ago, the world's fast-growing population was outstripping humanity's ability to feed itself. Mass starvation was only averted when a pair of brilliant German scientists developed a new chemical process to snatch nitrogen gas from the air and use it to make modern fertilizers. As science writer Thomas Hager explains in this episode of Science Elements, it's a story of wars, greed, bird droppings and a discovery that continues to dramatically shape our lives today.
Music: "Wash Out" by Broke for Free, licensed under Creative Commons CC-BY 3.0.

New Discoveries on Nicotine - Episode 836

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November 06, 2017 - Gender and gut differences could influence nicotine’s hold.

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Nicotine’s hold: What the gut and gender have to do with it

New ‘Popular’ Energy-Storage Method - Episode 835

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November 02, 2017 -  Burned popcorn inspires quest for new energy-storage material.

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Science meets snacks

A ‘Sticky’ Situation Between Personal Care Products - Episode 834

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November 01, 2017 - A compound banned in soaps products, sticks around.

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Triclosan accumulates in toothbrushes, potentially prolonging users’ exposure

‘New Hope’ in Fighting Blood Cancers - Episode 833

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October 30, 2017 -  Discovery offers clues to overcoming drug-resistance in blood cancers.

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Insights from a rare genetic disease may help treat multiple myeloma

New Surprises for Genes in Bacteria - Episode 832

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October 26, 2017 -  Scientists detect a surprising source for antibiotic resistant genes in bacteria.

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Fish food for marine farms harbor antibiotic resistance genes

  

Hotter Than the Dickens: A Tale of Spontaneous Combustion - Episode 831

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 October 25, 2017 - In this Halloween feature episode, learn how a Dickens novel ignited a Victorian chemical controversy.

The ‘Champagne’ of Beef - Episode 830

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 October 23, 2017 -  Researchers unmask key odorants in the ‘champagne’ of beef.

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Key odorants in world’s most expensive beef could help explain its allure

How to Detect Fake Fish - Episode 829

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 October 19, 2017 -  Protein database could help detect ‘fake’ fish.

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Fish database could help eliminate the ultimate bait and switch

New Cancer Treatment Thanks To Chinese Ink - Episode 828

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 October 18, 2017 - Ancient Chinese ink could lead to new types of cancer treatment.

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Ancient ink for cancer treatment

New Solution for Less Pollution - Episode 827

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 October 16, 2017 -  New leather manufacturing process produces less pollution.

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Reducing leather pollution with molten salts

Episode 826 - What the Odor of Sleep  Smells Like

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 October 12, 2017 -  Scientists explore how smells influence quality of sleep.

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The future of sleep

Episode 825 - Why your body doesn't need detox products

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October 11, 2017 - We spoke to Dr. Raychelle Burks, to discuss the detoxing health craze. This episode is first in a series of feature stories produced by Science Elements. Send your feedback to elements@acs.org. Music: "Petal" by Broke for Free (https://soundcloud.com/broke-for-free), used under CC BY 3.0.

Episode 824 - ‘Better’ Sustainable Process for Biofuel

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October 09, 2017 -  Sustainable process transforms olive mill wastewater into biofuel.

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Olive-mill wastewater transformed from pollutant to bio-fertilizer, biofuel

Episode 823 - Chemists Stand Up for Human Rights

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October 05, 2017 -  Chemists speak out against sexual harassment.

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Confronting sexual harassment

Episode 822 - New Discovery in Smokers & Nonsmokers

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October 04, 2017 -  Metabolic changes in smokers who have recently quit begin to match those of nonsmokers.

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Smokers who quit have metabolite levels that resemble those of nonsmokers

Episode 821 - Measuring Drug use with Mobile Devices

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October 02, 2017 - research team is coupling data from cell phones and sewage to help refine what we know about drug use patterns.

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Use of mobile device data to better estimate drug use

Episode 820 - Drugs in streams come from multiple sources

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September 28, 2017 - Pharmaceuticals in surface water such as lakes and streams are a growing concern. Scientists are figuring out where they’re coming from.

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Metformin and Other Pharmaceuticals Widespread in Wadeable Streams of the Southeastern United States

Episode 819 - Fertilizer from pollen could help feed the world

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Scientists in China have made a low-cost, biocompatible fertilizer with carbon dots derived from rapeseed pollen.

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Carbon dots from pollen boost growth of hydroponically cultivated lettuce

Episode 818 - Making 3-D printers safer

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Researchers in South Korea say that they have discovered a way to eliminate almost all nanoparticle emissions from some 3-D printers.

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Controlling nanoparticle emissions during 3-D printing

Episode 817 - Accidental discovery leads to longer lasting ice cream

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An ice-cream additive can slow down the melting process so that the first drips don’t appear for five minutes, even on a hot and sunny day.

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Melt-free ice cream?

Episode 816 - Scienitsts close in on more rigorous test for 'date rape' drug

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Scientists identify a potential biomarker for detecting GHB several hours after its used.

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Improving detection of a ‘date rape’ drug

Episode 815 - Scientists embed food allergen detector into keychain

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Researchers report the development of a new portable allergen-detection system — including a keychain analyzer — that could help prevent trips to the emergency room.

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Keychain detector could catch food allergens before it’s too late

Episode 814 - Recycled human waste, nutrients could help astronauts reach for the stars

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Sept. 14, 2017 - Turning astronauts' waste into fuel and nutrients could enable long-distance spaceflight

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Recycling astronaut waste aboard shuttles

Episode 813 - World's tiniest 'monster truck' reveals surprising discovery

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Sept. 13, 2017 - What the world's tiniest monster truck reveals

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A nano "monster truck" leads to unexpected new find

Episode 812 - Sweet concoction fatally attracts mosquitoes

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Sept. 11, 2017 - Mosquitoes fatally attracted to deadly, sweet-smelling potion

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A sweeter way to eliminate mosquitoes

Episode 811 -  The New Toy for Scientists

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August 17, 2017 - A new spin on a popular toy could have scientific implications.

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Spirals, spinners, and science

Episode 810 - Why ‘winging it’ is Tough for Cicadas

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August 16, 2017 - Why cicadas have a hard time ‘winging it’.

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How cicadas manage to ‘wing it’

Episode 809 -  A Sound way to get Rechargeable Energy

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August 14, 2017 -  Ambient energy could reduce our dependence on batteries.

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Harvesting ambient energy could power the internet of things

Episode 808 -  Why Do Onions Make Us Cry?

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August 10, 2017 - Researchers shed no tears in effort to find out why onions make us cry. How can we improve Science Elements? Complete our survey and you’ll be entered to win a $25 Visa gift card. Visit http://bit.ly/acselements and send us your feedback.

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The nitty-gritty behind how onions make you cry

Episode 807 - No More Sensitive Teeth

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August 09, 2017 - New materials could put an end to sensitive teeth.

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An end to cavities for people with sensitive teeth?

Episode 806 -  New Notions about E-cigarettes

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August 07, 2017 -  Scientists evaporate notions about e-cigarettes.

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Exposure to toxins in e-cig vapor varies depending on scenario

Episode 805 -  Making Hair Fragrances Last Longer

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August 03, 2017 - Scientists seek to make hair shampoo fragrances last longer. We’d like to hear from you. How can we improve Science Elements? Complete our survey and you’ll be entered to win a $25 Visa gift card. Visit http://bit.ly/acselements and send us your feedback.

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Longer-lasting fragrance is just a shampoo away

Episode 804 - A New Way to Diagnose Prenatal Conditions

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August 02, 2017 - Microchips could eventually help diagnose prenatal conditions.

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Indoor air in schools could add to children’s exposure to PCBs

Episode 803 -  PCBs Levels in Air Raises School Concerns

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July 31, 2017 -  Study finds ‘concerning’ levels  of PCBs in indoor school air.

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NanoVelcro microchips could someday noninvasively diagnose prenatal conditions

Episode 802 -  Cerulean Blue, the 'New' Color of Wine

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July 27, 2017 -  Blue booze gets a boost.

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How booze gets the blues

Episode 801 - New Evidence in House Dust and Fat Cells

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July 26, 2017 -  New evidence suggests house dust could promote growth of fat cells.

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House dust spurs growth of fat cells in lab tests

Episode 800 -  Limitless Power for Toys of the Future

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July 24, 2017 -  Scientists close in on a way to power Smart toys without batteries.

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Smart toys without the batteries

Episode 799 -  Van Gogh's Blackest Black

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July 20, 2017 -  A new contender takes on the challenge making the blackest black paint pigment.

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The chemistry is new in black and blue

Episode 798 - Weeding out Stinky Wines

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July 19, 2017 -  New odor-detecting device weeds out stinky wines.

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Mulling over the aromas of wine

Episode 797 -  Improved bomb-sniffing dogs

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July 17, 2017 -  New training technique could improve performance of bomb-sniffing dogs.

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Real-time vapor analysis could improve training of explosive-detecting dogs

Episode 796 -  Fighting Back Against Cancer

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July 13, 2017 -  Scientists find new way to break cancer’s defenses.

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First-dual targeting nanoparticles lower cancer’s defenses and attack tumors

Episode 795 - Stopping the Next Flu Pandemic from Happening

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July 12, 2017 -  New rapid diagnostic test could help prevent next flu pandemic.

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Nipping flu pandemics in the bud

Episode 794 -  A Colorful Revolution Sparked by the Beetles

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July 10, 2017 -  Beetles inspire the development of minuscule color-shifting particles.

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Beetles spark development of color-changing nanoparticles for commercial use

Episode 793 -  Spending Summer Camp with Bacon lovers

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June 29, 2017 -  Bacon lovers go hog wild at unusual summer camp.

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A bacon fest to die for

Episode 792 - New Food Menu for Polar Bears

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June 28, 2017 -  Climate change is altering polar bear diets.

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Polar bears’ declining mercury levels likely due to climate-related shifts

Episode 791 -  Three Cheers for Gluten-free Beer

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June 26, 2017 -  Scientist hop to it to find grain for gluten-free beer.

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Gluten-free beer from Witkop teff grains

Episode 790 -  The Color of Chemistry

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June 22, 2017 -  The color of chemistry excites the next generation.

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The color of organic chemistry

Episode 789 - A Key Ingredient in Making Foam

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June 21, 2017 -  Researchers find a way to make foam from old car parts, coconut oil.

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Turning car plastics into foams with coconut oil

Episode 788 -  Disabling Chemical Weapons

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June 19, 2017 -  Fabric coating could disable chemical weapons.

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New fabric coating could thwart chemical weapons, save lives

Episode 787 -  Detecting Urine in Swimming Pools

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June 15, 2017 -  Research reveals the ugly facts about what happens when nature calls at the swimming pool.

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How to monitor urine in pools – by testing sweetness

Episode 786 - Electronics that Bend, Flex and Stretch

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June 14, 2017 -  Conductive paper could help electronics bend and stretch.

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Conductive paper could enable future flexible electronics

Episode 785 -  Visualizing Extinct Creatures Using Advance Bone Testing

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June 12, 2017 -  Advances in bone testing could reveal much more about the dead.

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What bone proteomics could reveal about the dead

Episode 784 -  ‘Novel’ Way to Share Passion for Science

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June 08, 2017 -  Young scientist’s novel explores the many meanings of chemistry.

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College lab experiences inspire chemist to write debut novel

Episode 783 - Hot Summer Trees May Cause More City Smog

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June 07, 2017 -  Hot trees in the city might contribute to urban air woes.

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During heat waves, urban trees can increase ground-level ozone

Episode 782 -  Sci-fi Holograms Could Soon be a Reality

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June 05, 2017 -  Researchers stretch the limits of hologram technology.

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Stretchable hologram can switch between multiple images

Episode 781 -  Sniffing a Connection Between Humans and Ants

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June 01, 2017 -  Quirky exhibit explores how scents bind ants and humans.

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Olfactory science meets contemporary art, plus ants

Episode 780 - The 'Scientific way' to Improve Taste

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May 31, 2017 - Scientists seek to improve taste, appeal of French baguette.

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Why a crackly crust is essential to a baguette’s aroma and taste

Episode 779 -  Increased pollution from Air Conditioner

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May 29, 2017 - Spikes in air conditioner use linked to increased air pollution.

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Keeping cool in the summer leads to increased air pollution

Episode 778 -  Detecting Pollution Particles

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May 25, 2017 -  Scientists unravel how air pollution particles move from lungs to blood stream.

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Nanoparticles can travel from lungs to blood, possibly explaining risks to heart

Episode 777 - Electronics from Paper

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May 24, 2017 - Artistic paper inspires development of new charging device for portable electronics.

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Art of paper-cutting inspires self-charging paper device

Episode 776 -  Making Drinking Water Safer

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May 22, 2017 - Researchers detect potent insecticide in drinking water.

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Neonicotinoids detected in drinking water in agricultural area

Episode 775 -  Ideas for Dissertation Poster

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May 18, 2017 -  Wrestling with ideas for a dissertation poster? Check out this student’s effort.

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Wrestling with Ph.D. posters

Episode 774 - Eco-friendly Biofuel from Poop Plant

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May 17, 2017 - Researchers mix poop with invasive plant to create eco-friendly biofuel.

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Turning chicken poop and weeds into biofuel

Episode 773 -  Better self-healing materials from Snake Skin

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May 15, 2017 - Scientists develop self-healing material based on snake skin.

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Water-repellant material sheds like a snake when damaged.

Episode 772 -  Super Sticky Geckos Glue

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May 11, 2017 - Lizard inspires the creation of adhesive.

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Synthetic two-sided gecko’s foot could enable underwater robotics

Episode 771 - The Secret Ingredient to ‘life-saving’ Blood

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May 10, 2017 - Scientists develop alternative to vital blood component.

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Making artificial blood for transfusions

Episode 770 -  New approach to Reducing E-waste Pile-up

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May 08, 2017 - New biodegradable substance could help reduce E-waste pile-up.

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Degradable electronic components created from corn starch

Episode 769 -  'Artificial Leaf' of the Future

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May 04, 2017 - ‘Artificial leaf’ could lead to better harvests in the future.

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A ‘bionic leaf’ could help feed the world

Episode 768 - Scientists and Sunscreen

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May 03, 2017 - Scientists answer a burning question about sunscreens.

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A beach lover’s dream: A step toward long-lasting sunscreen

Episode 767 -  Sewer Stench Removal

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May 01, 2017 - Researchers close in on ways to banish odors from sewage.

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‘Peeling the onion’ to get rid of odors near wastewater treatment plants

Episode 766 -  Helping Smokers to Quit

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April 27, 2017 - Compounds found in addictive nut could help smokers quit the habit.

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Addictive nut derivatives could help smokers break the nicotine habit

Episode 765 - Countering Birth Defects in Zika Virus

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April 26, 2017 - Scientists take steps to prevent birth defects caused by Zika virus.

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Stopping Zika from crossing the placenta

Episode 764 - 'Super' Metallic Laser Detector

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April 24, 2017 - New laser technique detects metallic structural defects.

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Green laser light probes metals for hidden damage

Episode 763 -  Bacteria Can Be Beaten by Maple Syrup

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April 20, 2017 - Maple syrup ingredient could bolster effectiveness of antibiotics.

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No more ‘superbugs’? Maple syrup extract enhances antibiotic action

Episode 762 - A Stunning Way to Reverse Paralysis

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April 19, 2017 - Scientists seek to reverse paralyzing effects of autoimmune disorders.

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No more ‘superbugs’? Maple syrup extract enhances antibiotic action

Episode 761 -   High-Tech Biosensors in Contact Lens

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April 17, 2017 - Contact lens biosensors help monitor bodily functions in real time.

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Bio-sensing contact lens could someday measure blood glucose, other bodily functions

Episode 760 - Future Sea Creatures in Savage Oceans

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March 30, 2017 - Some sea creatures could survive in the harsher oceans predicted in the future.

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Some marine creatures may be more resilient to future, harsher ocean conditions than expected

Episode 759 - Zika Mosquito Threat May Still Exists!

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March 29, 2017 - Scientist seek ways to corral mosquito responsible for Zika.

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Probing a mosquito problem for clues in the fight against Zika

Episode 758 -   The ‘Chemistry’ Crime-solving Device

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March 27, 2017 - New powerful ‘glow stick’ could help solve crime, diagnostic testing.

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Scientists develop a bright ‘glow-stick’ marker for cells

Episode 757 -  'Super' Vanilla Flavor

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March 02, 2017 - Scientists develop ‘greener’ way to synthesize vanilla flavorings.

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Making vanilla flavoring with less pollution

Episode 756 -  New 'Easy Breezy' Fabric Softeners

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March 22, 2017 - Innovative technique could lead to more eco-friendly fabric softeners.

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Method could speed up design of more eco-friendly fabric softeners

Episode 755 -  New Synthesis Counters Deadly Bacteria

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March 20, 2017 - New compounds could derail deadly ‘superbug’.

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Fighting MSRA with new membrane-busting compound

Episode 754 -   Rare Sugars for Better Blood Levels

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March 16, 2017 - Rare sugars can lead to better management of blood glucose.

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How rare sugars might help control blood glucose

Episode 753 - A ‘Better’ Cancer Fighter

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March 15, 2017 - Combination of compounds in ginger and chili peppers can help lower cancer risk.

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Ginger and chili peppers could work together to lower cancer risk

Episode 752 -  New Bacteria Detector

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March 13, 2017 - New technique could speed the detection of harmful bacteria on fruits and vegetables.

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Moving toward faster, more accurate detection of food- and water-borne bacteria

Episode 751 -  Chocolate Lovers Discovery

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March 09, 2017 - Fruit seeds could help chocolate lovers avoid a meltdown.

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Jackfruit could help ease looming cocoa bean shortage

Episode 750 - New Studies in Cancer Cells

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March 08, 2017 - Scientists detect how cancer cells squeeze through tiny blood vessels.

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How cancer cells spread and squeeze through tiny blood vessels

Episode 749 -  'Safer' Hair dye

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March 06, 2017 - Researchers close in on a safer way to dye hair.

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Toward a safer permanent hair dye that mimics melanin

Episode 748 -  The Little Black Dress

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March 02, 2017 - Science and fashion come together in the latest version of the ‘little black dress'.

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Graphene enters the fashion fray

Episode 747 - Lizard Blood Medicine

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March 01, 2017 - Substances in lizard blood could lead to the development of new antibiotics.

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Antimicrobial substances identified in Komodo dragon blood

Episode 746 -  New Heating Pad

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February 27, 2017 - New see-through heating pad could help prevent burns.

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See-through heating pad could help prevent burns from thermotherapy

Episode 745 -  New Depression Disorder

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February 23, 2017 - Researchers explore how depression can jumble up our thinking.

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How depression can muddle thinking

Episode 744 - New Discovery in Flint Water Crisis

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February 22, 2017 - Scientists reexamine what really triggered the water crisis in Flint, Michigan.

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A closer look at what caused the Flint water crisis

Episode 743 -  New Wearable Electronics

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February 20, 2017 - Green tea extracts could be used to power wearable electronics.

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Squishy supercapacitors bathed in green tea could power wearable electronics

Episode 742 -  New Artificial Cells

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February  16, 2017 - Scientists try to get real and artificial cells ‘talking’ to each other.

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Passing the chemical Turing test: Making artificial and real cells talk

Episode 741 - New Nano Fertilizer

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February 15, 2017 - Nanoparticle fertilizer could revolutionize agriculture in developing countries.

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Nanoparticle fertilizer could contribute to a new ‘green revolution’

Episode 740 -  Opioid Addiction Solution

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February 13, 2017 - Weight-loss drug could help clamp down on opioid addiction.

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Commercial weight-loss drug could help treat opioid addiction

Episode 739 -  A Cost-effective Way to Diagnose Diseases

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February  09, 2017 - New technique could expand the number of diseases doctors can diagnose without expensive lab tests.

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Expanding point-of-care disease diagnostics with ultrasound

Episode 738 - The 'Bright' Side of Peacocks

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February  08, 2017 - Peacocks inspire ‘greener’ way to dye clothes.

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Peacock colors inspire ‘greener’ way to dye clothes

Episode 737 -  The ‘Smart’ Patch

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February 06, 2017 -  Scientists develop ‘smart’ patch potentially capable of delivering insulin automatically when needed.

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“Smart” patch could soon automatically deliver insulin when needed

Episode 736 -  The Stench in Wine

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February  02, 2017 - Researchers help wine makers solve a stinky problem.

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Corralling stinkbugs could lead to better wine

Episode 735 - New Discoveries in Marijuana Compounds

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February  01, 2017 - Scientists develop better way to measure marijuana compounds in breast milk.

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Testing breast milk for cannabinoids

Episode 734 -  'Heavenly fruit’s Smell'

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January 30, 2017 -  New study reveals secrets behind a heavenly fruit’s hellish smell.

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What’s behind the durian fruits notorious stench

Episode 733 - Life Beyond the Stars

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January 26, 2017 - Researchers ramp up efforts to detect life on other worlds.

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Looking for life in all the right places — with the right tool

Episode 732 - New Disease Detector

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January 25, 2017 - New device could help doctors sniff out disease.

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Nanoarray sniffs out and distinguishes multiple diseases

Episode 731 - 'Firework Fuel'

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January 23, 2017 -  Power-packed fireworks could lead to the development of new alternative fuels.

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Harnessing the energy of fireworks for fuel

Episode 730 - 'Poop perfume'

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January 19, 2017 - ‘Poop perfume’ could help stem disease outbreaks in developing countries.

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Solving poopy problems with science

Episode 729 - New Tattoo medicine

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January 18, 2017 - New ink could allow tattoos used in medicine to disappear after treatment.

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Tattoos mark the spot — for surgery — then disappear

Episode 728 - 3-D Ice Crystals

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January 16, 2017 - 3-D technique reveals how ice crystals really form.

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Scientists gain important insights into how ice crystals form

Episode 727 - Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker

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January 12, 2017 - Scientists detect possible biomarker for Alzheimer’s disease.

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MAO is a possible Alzheimer’s disease biomarker

Episode 726 - New Technique for Blood Supplies

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January 11, 2017 - New technique could speed access to blood supplies during emergencies.

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Improving cryopreservation for a longer-lasting blood supply

Episode 725 - High-tech Batteries

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January 09, 2017 - Seawater could help power the next wave of high-tech batteries.

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Could a seawater battery help end our dependence on lithium?



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