
Health & Science
How big oil of the past helped launch the solar industry of today
The solar photovoltaic industry has roots in an unexpected place. More than 40 years ago, oil companies invested in solar research and development that have proved critical.
6 years ago
Will people feed their pets lab-grown meat?
Lab-grown meat for dogs and cats might be on the market before lab-grown meat for humans.
6 years ago
Listen 08:55Fearing a sale, nurses at Temple University Hospital want to protect their jobs
The workers’ top priority is adding successorship language to a contract. That would require any new owner to honor the union accord already in place.
6 years ago
The psychology behind why clowns creep us out
Hollywood has long exploited our deep ambivalence about clowns, and this fall’s film lineup is no different.
6 years ago
The cost of rising seas in N.J.
With New Jersey facing rising seas and stronger storms, what are the costs for shoring up coastal towns, who is paying, and are we fighting a losing battle?
Air Date: October 1, 2019
Listen 49:01Pediatricians stand by meds for ADHD, but some say therapy should come first
The American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines on Monday that uphold the central role of medication, accompanied by behavioral therapy.
6 years ago
Dark skies: UN meeting reveals a world in a really bad mood
The UN is often criticized for talking a lot and not getting much done. But when it comes to eloquent talk, particularly about the future, it has always been the strongest.
6 years ago
Many vaping illnesses linked to black market ‘Dank Vapes’ or other THC products
As the CDC continues to investigate cases of vaping-related lung disease, two states have found that many patients were using THC products sold under the label "Dank Vapes."
6 years ago
A peculiar solar system has scientists rethinking theories of how planets form
A surprisingly large planet orbiting a small star defies the conventional wisdom about how planets are born.
6 years ago
A place where the opioid problem is upside down
While the opioid problem in the U.S. is about too many opioids, in some countries there are few options for treating or controlling pain.
6 years ago
Weeks ago, an announcement about the discovery on an exoplanet where it appeared possible for an atmosphere with precipitation to exist l ...
Air Date: September 28, 2019
Listen 05:54Rutgers Dental researchers to lead landmark study of opioid alternatives
National Institutes of Health award $11.7 million to university to spearhead project comparing narcotic and non-narcotic pain medicine treatments
6 years ago
U.S. investigation of vaping-related illnesses focuses on THC
Health officials say their investigation into a recent outbreak of severe vaping-related illnesses is increasingly focused on products that contain THC.
6 years ago
Temple researchers will look at link between PFAS and cancer
University researchers will examine possible associations between PFAS-contaminated drinking water and cancer as part of a federally funded health study.
6 years ago
Scientist. Farmer. Feminist. Leader. Alpha male. Veteran. African-American. Hindu. Identity isn’t just about who we think we are — it ...
Air Date: September 27, 2019
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