

Science Quickly
Scientific American
Host Rachel Feltman, alongside leading science and tech journalists, dives into the rich world of scientific discovery in this bite-size science variety show.
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Jul 13, 2018 • 3min
Science News You Might Have Missed
Dive into the latest in science as you discover Hawaii's ambitious plans for 100% renewable energy by 2045. Explore the remarkable trans-Pacific journey of a whale shark. Uncover archaeological wonders and the shocking discovery of diamonds within a meteorite. These brief highlights showcase the astonishing achievements and findings making waves in the scientific community.

Jul 12, 2018 • 3min
Smart Mouth Guard Senses Muscle Fatigue
Discover a groundbreaking mouth guard that measures lactate levels in athletes' saliva. This innovative device helps track muscle fatigue during training sessions. Developed by researchers, it offers a non-invasive way to monitor performance in real-time. Perfect for those looking to enhance their athletic training!

Jul 10, 2018 • 4min
Favorite Wine Grapes May Need Genetic Help
Wine grapes face threats from limited genetic diversity, leading to potential disease outbreaks. One solution is to crossbreed varieties with disease-resistant ones.

Jul 6, 2018 • 5min
Iridescence Could Help Critters Hide in Plain Sight
Karen Hopkin, a seasoned science reporter, delves into the dazzling world of iridescence. She reveals how shimmering colors help animals blend into their surroundings, becoming harder for predators to spot. The conversation touches on evolutionary strategies, highlighting research on bumblebees that showcases the challenges of shape recognition against iridescent surfaces. This vibrant phenomenon not only plays a role in camouflage but also in sexual signaling—an intricate dance of nature that showcases the art of invisibility.

Jul 5, 2018 • 3min
Primate Conflicts Play Out in the Operating Room
Anthropologists analyzed 200 surgeries, finding mixed-gender teams cooperate best. Insights from the study can help reduce conflicts in the operating room.

Jul 4, 2018 • 3min
Sharks Make a Splash in Brooklyn
Learn about the significance of sharks as keystone species in regulating populations and the need to protect them for the future of the ocean.

Jul 3, 2018 • 4min
City Life Favors Downsized Invertebrates
A study on invertebrates in urban areas shows that most species get smaller, attributing it to the urban heat island effect. However, certain groups like butterflies and grasshoppers grow larger for mobility in cities.

Jul 2, 2018 • 3min
People Ration Where They Roam
A study shows that most people have around 25 regular places they go to, and when they add new favorites, they stop going to old ones. This research highlights how social activity affects our exploration habits.

Jun 28, 2018 • 4min
Humans Can Size One Another Up with a Roar
Learn how humans can size each other up accurately by the sound of a roar, similar to non-human mammals. Discover how men can judge strength through roaring, highlighting the ability of roars to convey information about body size and strength.

Jun 26, 2018 • 3min
Piano Lessons Tune Up Language Skills
Piano lessons can improve kindergartners' ability to distinguish similar-sounding words and enhance their brain responses to different pitches.


