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Science Friday

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  1. What Scientists Have Learned From 125 Years Of Bird Counts

    14 HR. AGO

    What Scientists Have Learned From 125 Years Of Bird Counts

    This winter marks Audubon’s 125th Christmas Bird Count. It’s the longest-running community science project in the world.

    18 min
  2. Scientists Predict Loss Of Deep Snow In Most Of U.S.

    3 DAYS AGO

    Scientists Predict Loss Of Deep Snow In Most Of U.S.

    Without climate action, the United States would only have snow cover high in the mountains by the end of the century.

    13 min
  3. Jane Goodall On Life Among Chimpanzees

    6 DAYS AGO

    Jane Goodall On Life Among Chimpanzees

    In an interview from 2002, the primatologist gave Ira a lesson in how to speak with chimps.

    30 min
  4. The Science That Captivated SciFri’s Reporters In 2024

    12/30/2024

    The Science That Captivated SciFri’s Reporters In 2024

    Two SciFri producers discuss the year’s most intriguing stories, from new weight-loss drugs to PFAS chemicals to the ManhattAnt.

    19 min
  5. Health, Astronomy, And Climate Experts On 2024’s Coolest Science

    12/27/2024

    Health, Astronomy, And Climate Experts On 2024’s Coolest Science

    Ira is joined on stage by researchers from three different fields to reflect on all that 2024 brought us in the world of science.

    49 min

  6. 12/26/2024

    Meet Leaders Of 3 Local Conservation Projects | Preserving ‘Space Junk’ Left On Mars

    What makes three very different conservation projects so successful? These experts say it’s getting the community involved. And, archaeologists make a case for tracking and preserving artifacts left on Mars to chronicle humans’ first attempts at interplanetary exploration.

    18 min
  7. The Top Dino Discoveries Of 2024 | Can Spiking Eggnog Kill Bacteria From Raw Eggs?

    12/25/2024

    The Top Dino Discoveries Of 2024 | Can Spiking Eggnog Kill Bacteria From Raw Eggs?

    To wrap up 2024, science writer Riley Black shares her favorite paleontology discoveries of the year. And, if treated properly, even old-fashioned eggnog made with cream and raw eggs can be a safe holiday beverage.

    19 min
  8. Parker Solar Probe Will Make Closest-Ever Approach To Sun

    12/24/2024

    Parker Solar Probe Will Make Closest-Ever Approach To Sun

    On December 24, 2024, NASA’s probe will break its own record for closest approach to the sun—just 3.8 million miles away.

    18 min
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