Nanochemistry: Renewable Energy, Self-Cleaning Glass, and Missions to Mars
To think big in science, sometimes you have to think small. Nanochemistry is a scientific field that studies matter on a microscopic scale t...
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Science Champions
This podcast spotlights the educators and scientists who work to improve the public perception of science and inspire the next generation to pursue a career in the field. Each episode featur...
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Digital Science in an Analog World
Electrical engineering takes science out of the lab and into your pocket — and your car, your home, the nearest comic book convention, and b...
Better Pizza Through Science
What happens when you take science out of the lab and into your home? The scientific method gets empirically delicious in our chat with Matt...
Shaping the Future through Science
If we can predict the future, can we change it? Disaster researchers like Mika McKinnon can. Her research in geophysics helps predict natura...
The Science of Everyday Life
Do you wish you knew more about science? You're not alone. But the truth is, it's easier now than ever before to learn. Our guest shares how...
A Kid's Eye View of Science
We often ask adults how we can make science fascinating for kids. Why not ask a kid who is already a scientist and inventor? We talk to awar...
Hands-on Science: The Mark of Maker Culture
What better way to explore science and technology than by building your own wondrous creations? We explore the hands-on science of maker cul...
Sparking a Passion for Science
How can we get people past the "clickbait headline" level of scientific knowledge? And will genetic editing give us genius babies riding vel...
Science Education for the Kid Who Knows Everything
How can teachers meet the unique learning needs of students at multiple skill and background knowledge levels? Dr. Jeff Terry shares his tho...
Bonus Episode 4: Science Aspiration and Elevation
What's the point in thinking like a scientist, even if you're not one? How does scientific thinking advance human beings as a species? We as...
Bonus Episode 3: Science Fascination and Communication
Children are naturally fascinated by science. How can we make it just as thrilling for adults, too? Some extremely accomplished science comm...
Bonus Episode 2: Science Innovation & Transformation
What does the future hold for scientific advancement? What's most exciting? What challenges still remain? We round up expert opinions in thi...
Bonus Episode 1: Science Inspiration and Education
How can we inspire the next generation to learn about -- even love -- science? Expert educators give their opinions on this special bonus ep...
Episode 16: Science & the Future of Space Exploration
Will humans walk on Mars in our lifetime? What is the value of human space exploration? Our guest explores how space travel challenges and i...
Episode 15: Bam! Pow! Biff! When Science Meets Pop Culture
What can Spider-man and Superman teach us about science? Learn how science and pop culture combine with our guest, The Physics of Superheroe...
Episode 14: A Day in the Life of a Scientist
What does a scientist do all day? What skills do you need to pursue a career in science? Our expert discusses what she does - and why she lo...
Episode 13: Science & Innovation
What's the point in thinking like a scientist, even if you're not one? We explore the value of scientific thinking in the corporate world wi...
Episode 12: The Science of Renewable Energy
Easy access to affordable, sustainable energy would revolutionize human civilization. Scientists may be closer than ever to cracking the cod...
Episode 11: The Science Funding Conundrum
Can we put a price on scientific innovation? And who should be picking up the tab? We explore how science gets funded with our expert guest,...
Episode 10: Science Skeptic, or Supporter?
Skepticism is a healthy part of the scientific method. But skepticism about science itself is counter-productive. How can scientists make su...