Science
San Diego researchers measure highest ocean surface temperature in a century
Wednesday's 78.6 degrees Fahrenheit at the pier surpassed a previous record of 78.4 degrees in 1931.
8 years ago
NASA announces crew for first commercial space flights
In 2019, SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule and Boeing's CST-100 Starliner are both scheduled to blast off on test flights with NASA astronauts on board.
8 years ago
Which vision of farming is better for the planet?
Farmers face a growing dilemma. Specifically, a food-growing dilemma. How do you feed an increasing number of people without harming the environment?
8 years ago
DNA technology could help solve decades-old Delaware case
New Castle County Police hope a lifelike composite image of the woman will lead them to family members and eventually solve the decades-old cold case.
8 years ago
Scientists are ‘Spying On Whales’ to learn how they eat, talk and … walked?
"We live in the golden age of whale science."
8 years ago
Invasive Asian longhorn ticks found in Pennsylvania, New Jersey
Here's what to do if you find one.
8 years ago
Mars’ close approach is Tuesday, July 31. A large subglacial lake of (very salty) liquid water has been found on Mars. This conclus ...
Air Date: July 31, 2018
Listen 05:58Rutgers study proposes novel approach for treating traumatic brain injury
More than 2 million are hospitalized in the U.S. every year for traumatic brain injuries. Long-term effects can include epilepsy, depression, and impaired cognitive function.
8 years ago
Encouraging results from experimental Alzheimer’s drug
Results from an early trial give doctors hope that an effective treatment could be within reach.
8 years ago
In science and medicine, we often fail to predict the outcomes of our experiments and actions. The result: unintended consequences. Somet ...
Air Date: July 27, 2018
Listen 48:59Underground lake found on Mars beneath a mile of ice
An Italian team of scientists says it has strong evidence of a subsurface lake of liquid water on Mars.
8 years ago
Natural gas development in Pa. state forests has slowed significantly
The build-out of natural gas infrastructure in Pennsylvania’s state forest system has slowed dramatically in recent years, according to a new report.
8 years ago
We’re drowning in plastic trash. Jenna Jambeck wants to save us
If you leave the tap on and bathwater floods your home, bailing water isn't the first thing you do, she points out. You shut off the faucet.
8 years ago
Guest: Paul Atchley, Catherine McDonald, Russ Martin Why can’t we just hang up and drive? Most motorists have p ...
Air Date: July 16, 2018 10:00 am
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