Episodes
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Trump Administration Cancels Meetings, Freezes Hiring At NIH | What Is A Meme Coin?
The Trump administration's restrictions on the NIH could significantly hinder public health and biomedical research.
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Why Editors At Scientific Journals Are Resigning En Masse
The scientific publishing industry has experienced a troubling trend of mass resignations among editors, primarily due to ethical concerns.
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This January, See A ‘Planet Parade’ In The Night Sky
January offers a unique opportunity to observe multiple planets in the night sky, making it an exciting month for amateur astronomers.
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‘Orbital’ Imagines The Inner Lives Of Astronauts On The ISS
Life on the ISS blends the magical and the challenging, forcing astronauts to reconcile their unique experiences with the mundanity of daily tasks.
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Fire Risk To Homes Where Cities And Wildlands Meet
About 44 million homes in the U.S. are located in high-risk fire zones, emphasizing the need for awareness of fire risks.
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2 Private Lunar Landers | Cervical Cancer Deaths Plummet, Experts Credit HPV Vaccine
Norway leads the world in electric vehicle adoption, with aims for full transition to electric cars.
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‘Artificial General Intelligence’ Is Apparently Coming. What Is It?
The concept of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is poorly defined and varies among experts.
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NASA Considers Cheaper Ways To Retrieve Mars Samples | How Does A Hula Hoop Stay Up?
NASA's Mars Sample Return mission faces significant cost and time challenges, potentially delaying sample retrieval until the 2040s.
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Surgeon General Highlights Link Between Alcohol And Cancer
Alcohol consumption significantly increases the risk of at least seven types of cancers.
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First U.S. Bird Flu Death Raises Concerns About Preparedness
Bird flu is a growing concern, with a notable increase in human infections over the past year.
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Meet Flora Lichtman | Los Angeles Wildfires Stoked By Santa Ana Winds
Flora Lichtman joins Science Friday as co-host, continuing her journey in science journalism.
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What Lichen Tell Us About Ecology, Air Quality, And More
Lichens indicate air quality and play essential roles in ecosystem health.
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Biologists Call For A Halt To ‘Mirror Life’ Research
Mirror life refers to organisms that have opposite chirality compared to regular life, leading to significant biological implications.
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The Breakthrough Technologies To Watch In 2025
MIT Technology Review's annual list showcases breakthrough technologies poised to impact the world.
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What Scientists Have Learned From 125 Years Of Bird Counts
The Christmas Bird Count, initiated in 1900, has evolved into the longest-running community science initiative, engaging over 80,000 volunteers.
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Scientists Predict Loss Of Deep Snow In Most Of U.S.
By the end of the century, deep snow days in the U.S. are expected to diminish significantly, affecting ecosystems and winter sports.
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Jane Goodall On Life Among Chimpanzees
Jane Goodall's early fascination with animals and her unique path to becoming a renowned primatologist highlights the importance of pursuing one's passion.
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The Science That Captivated SciFri’s Reporters In 2024
The total solar eclipse in April 2024 brought people together across North America, highlighting the communal joy of astronomical events.
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Health, Astronomy, And Climate Experts On 2024’s Coolest Science
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Meet Leaders Of 3 Local Conservation Projects | Preserving ‘Space Junk’ Left On Mars
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