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The Pulse
Science

The 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: September 28, 2026

Listen 49:34
Cristina Marino gives a tour inside the Mobile Methadone Unit.
Health

Philadelphia’s first mobile methadone van brings addiction treatment directly to Kensington

The program has connected more than 500 people to methadone since launch, offering support for patients who may struggle to reach traditional clinics.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:41
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Science

Philadelphia-area schools are tapping the sun’s energy and saving money on utilities

Unionville High School in Kennett Square and Universal Audenried Charter School in Philadelphia are building solar arrays that will slash their energy bills.

4 weeks ago

Listen 1:04
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The Pulse
Health

How the Cereal Industry Won Breakfast

Marion Nestle and Lisa Sutherland discuss their new book, “Sugar Coated: Unboxing the Hidden Forces Shaping America’s Favorite Breakfast Food.”

Air Date: September 23, 2026

Listen 28:01
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Science

What we know about Delaware County’s potential data center plan, ‘Project Trainer’

Link Logistics is testing the waters for a data center that would sit around 100 feet from homes in Trainer, Pennsylvania.

4 weeks ago

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Science

Delaware to test and treat toxic PFAS in private wells free of charge

The program will help homeowners with private wells who are responsible for testing and treating their own drinking water.

4 weeks ago

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The 300-megawatt data center in Vineland, N.J., is being developed by DataOne
Science

Vineland data center fined more than $1 million for operating natural gas generators without a permit

Vineland residents have pushed back against the data center, citing noise and air pollution.

4 weeks ago

Listen 1:00
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Health

Pennsylvanians buying 2027 health insurance on Pennie will face 16% average premium increase

Loss of pandemic-era tax credits and high use of medical care are driving up costs on Pennie, the state’s Affordable Care Act marketplace, insurance officials say.

4 weeks ago

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A hand holds a pill bottle.
Health

Pharmacies, hospitals expand access to opioid addiction treatment medication, study shows, as Philly experts eye telehealth

Buprenorphine prescribing increased in urban and rural areas, but Philly experts say telehealth could bridge remaining treatment gaps.

1 month ago

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The Pulse
Science

The Science of Eating: What We Get Wrong About Diet and Nutrition

We explore what’s on your plate, find out why it matters — and try to make sense of conflicting nutrition advice.

Air Date: September 18, 2026

Listen 49:18
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Health

Philadelphia health leaders warn of possible measles exposure reported at CHOP’s NICU

Officials said they’re working to administer a preventative antibody treatment to all infants in the NICU to help protect them from measles.

1 month ago

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Science

Philadelphia City Council members and local advocates rally to keep Academy of Natural Sciences museum open

City Council members are planning public hearings to find out how the museum got to the point of closing, as well as explore solutions.

1 month ago

Listen 1:07
Senia Lopez speaks at a podium bearing a sign reading MORATORIUM NOW NO DATA CENTERS IN PHILLY . COM
Science

Environmentalists call Mayor Parker’s data center task force insufficient, demand immediate moratorium

The task force would be required to develop recommendations for data center regulations. Residents say a moratorium is needed in the meantime.

1 month ago

Listen 1:01
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Health

Delaware health officials warn residents of possible measles exposure in Rehoboth Beach, Sussex County

The warning comes after an out-of-state traveler visited the Rehoboth Beach area while contagious. Officials encourage residents to get vaccinated.

1 month ago

A printout shows how measles is more contagious than the flu
Health

2 more measles-associated deaths reported in Pennsylvania as statewide outbreak grows to nearly 700 cases

The two deaths occurred in Jefferson and Mifflin counties. Two other measles-associated deaths among infants in Lancaster were reported in August.

1 month ago

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