
Biology
Roger Payne, scientist who discovered whales can sing, dies at 88
Payne saw the discovery of whale song as a chance to spur interest in saving the giant animals, who were disappearing from the planet.
2 years ago
Election Analysis, Red Knots, Ilyon Woo’s “Master Slave Husband Wife”
One day after the primaries, what do we know about the outcome of the election, voter turnout and the issues at stake? Plus, red knits return to the Delaware Bay beaches.
Air Date: May 16, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:39Philly’s cherry blossoms are blooming just a bit late despite a warm winter
The blooming trees are a sign it's time to evaluate how well your trees survived the winter, says one local arborist.
2 years ago
Flowers and trees are blooming super early in Philly after a warmer-than-usual winter
The region’s warmer-than-usual winter, with an abundance of “growing degree” days, has led to plantlife being three weeks ahead of schedule.
2 years ago
Stockton professor goes ‘Once Upon Deep Time’ to create music album
Stockton professor and paleontologist Matthew Bonnan used the extra time he had during pandemic lockdown to create an album on the evolution of hearing.
2 years ago
Listen 3:54Researchers are looking for answers amid spike in beached whales at the Jersey Shore
Several whales have been found washed ashore on the East Coast. Researchers think vessels are to blame.
2 years ago
Listen 2:01Scientists have their eyes on Chagas disease and the 'kissing bugs' that help spread it
Chagas disease can lead to heart failure and damage to the esophagus and gastrointestinal tract. Roughly 20-30% of those who contract Chagas may be at risk of dying from it.
2 years ago
Listen 9:55Don’t bother bagging your fallen leaves. Your yard (and insects) will thank you
Fallen leaves make great natural fertilizer and offer a place for insects to spend the winter.
2 years ago
Climate change prompts Pa. farmers to adapt crops and businesses
As the climate changes and brings more risks to the traditional farming schedule, farmers are looking for ways to make sure their crops survive.
2 years ago
Delaware hikers take trek to ‘middle of nowhere’ for glimpse of rare adult American chestnut
This American chestnut was discovered by chance when a hunter recognized it. The Delaware Nature Society led its first expedition to the rare tree.
2 years ago
Listen 3:58The Philadelphia-based poison control center recorded a slight uptick in mushroom poisoning cases, including at least one that caused organ failure.
3 years ago
Still popular after 125 years, Dracula proves to be undead in Philadelphia
The Mutter Museum and the Rosenbach Library and Museum collaborate on the anniversary of Bram Stoker’s undead creation.
3 years ago
In her new book, dog researcher Alexandra Horowitz 'keeps a lens on the puppy’s point of view, how they see and smell the world, make meaning of it, and become independent.'
Air Date: October 7, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:15Around the world, at dawn, something magical happens. As the sun rises, nature seems to wake up, and different species break into a choru ...
Air Date: September 9, 2022
Listen 48:35Biomanufacturing research at University of Delaware gets $8 million federal boost
The University of Delaware will get $8 million in federal funding to invest in biomanufacturing efforts and expand its life sciences workforce.
3 years ago