Science
Delaware lawmakers aim to make data centers pay higher rates
The legislation would require data centers to take financial responsibility for their impact on the grid.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:15The FDA is considering adding bemotrizinol as an ingredient for U.S. sunscreens. Experts say it could lead to stronger skin cancer prevention options.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:12The Strange Science of Color — And Our Quest to Understand It
We explore the world of color — from how we perceive it, to efforts to describe and differentiate its many shades.
Air Date: May 21, 2026
Listen 49:28Launched with NSF funding this year, Penn’s AIRFoundry boasts the potential to radically speed up drug development.
1 month ago
Listen 1:11What It Takes to Survive a Disaster
When disaster strikes and the chips are down, who makes it out alive?
Air Date: May 15, 2026
Listen 49:34Puberty field trip? Philly-area students get a front-row seat to health education
Lankenau Medical Center’s health education center provides free interactive programs on nutrition, exercise, drugs and alcohol, puberty and more.
1 month ago
Listen 2:08PECO signs agreements with data centers requiring them to pay for their own grid upgrades
The utility says its transmission security agreements ensure data centers pay their “fair share” of the infrastructure costs required to serve them.
1 month ago
Listen 1:19Philadelphia Gas Commission rejects PGW’s expanded Port Richmond LNG plant until further study
The Philadelphia Gas Commission tabled the $182 million proposal but agreed to fund $5 million for engineering and environmental studies.
1 month ago
Listen 1:25At Penn’s DumoLab, researchers work to solve multiple problems: how to keep food waste out of landfills, make healthier building materials and tackle climate change.
1 month ago
Listen 6:37Gardener’s guide: How to convert your home lawn into a meadow
Meadows and native plants have a number of benefits, including soaking up stormwater and attracting pollinators.
1 month ago
The carts are designed for older children and even adults with special needs. A national advocacy group recently started an effort to promote them.
1 month ago
Listen 4:20Philadelphia launches real-time flood monitoring to help Eastwick residents prepare for storms
Newly installed flood gauges will detect rainfall and water levels to help inform Eastwick residents of potential risks.
1 month ago
Listen 1:03Delaware City Refinery to emit toxic gas as it repairs machinery
The Delaware City Refinery has a history of releasing sulfur dioxide while fixing equipment issues.
1 month ago
Listen 0:57To mark Pennsylvania Hospital’s 275th anniversary, archivist Stacey Peeples is leading its transition into a museum for the public, open May 8.
1 month ago
Listen 2:18Can Philadelphia restaurants reduce overeating by offering small portions?
As more people take drugs to reduce their appetite and lose weight, including GLP-1s, some restaurants are beginning to offer smaller portions.
1 month ago
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