2019-03-01
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Why We Smell Bad When We’re Nervous
February 9, 2013We understand why we perspire when we're exercising--as our sweat evaporates, it cools off our body. But why do we sweat so much when we're under stress? And this is the really stinky kind of sweat, the kind we apply... continued
The Moon Was Once Magnetic
February 9, 2013Research on an ancient lunar rock suggests that almost 4 billion years ago, the moon once had a molten, core of liquid metal that generated a strong magnetic field. The Daily Galaxy quotes planetary scientist Benjamin Weiss as saying, "The... continued
Virus in GM Foods Could be Dangerous
February 8, 2013GM crops such as corn, which are being grown around the world for both human and farm animal consumption, include a virus gene that could be poisonous to humans that has not been tested for safety. A new study by... continued
We Don’t Know Why Some Men are Pedophiles
February 7, 2013Pedophilia was once thought to stem from psychological influences in early life, but now psychologists think it's a deep-rooted sexual orientation as concrete as heterosexuality or homosexuality, limited almost entirely to men. It becomes clearer during puberty and does not... continued
Spiders Spinning Bulletproof Vests
February 7, 2013Scientists are trying to figure out what makes the fiber that spiders spin at least five times as strong as piano wire. Spider silk may eventually become a medical miracle that can produce skin grafts for burn victims, helps knit... continued
Get Off It!
February 7, 2013Some people may feel that drugs are OK, but others want desperately to get rid of their addictions. In case "just say no" doesn't work for you, researchers have discovered a chemical that can help heroin users kick their habit,... continued
The Trouble with Robots
February 6, 2013Every month, the US economy becomes more automated. Robots can cut manufacturing costs, but the problem is that they can't SPEND any money (NOTE: Subscribers can still listen to this show), so the items they create may go unsold. It's... continued
Regrow Body Parts
February 6, 2013Can we regrow body parts? And if we can, how far can this go? Ron Strang had a roadside bomb in Afghanistan blow off part of his left thigh while serving in Afghanistan. He thought he'd never walk again, He... continued
Bacteria in the Clouds
February 6, 2013Researchers have discovered the presence of significant numbers of living microorganisms--mostly bacteria--in the middle and upper troposphere, the part of the atmosphere four to six miles above the Earth's surface. In other words, the clouds are filled with germs! Do... continued
Why Target the Elderly?
February 5, 2013You may have noticed more TV ads lately--about medicines, etc.--that are obviously aimed at older viewers. Is this because they have more money than younger viewers, many of whom are out of work? Or could it be because their aging... continued