Plagues have beset humankind since the dawn of history, but our understanding of the disease causing agents has greatly advanced. On this episode, Dr. John Froude discussed the history of pandemics in his new book, Plagued.
Got a lamb? 😉
Posted by: grokscience | June 16, 2021
Plagued
Posted by: grokscience | June 9, 2021
Recycling
Recycling may seem as easy as placing items in the appropriate bin, but there are many caveats that limit what can be recycled. On this episode, Jennie Romer discussed her book, Can I Recycle This?
Don’t lose it… 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: environment, groks, recycling, science, sustainability
Posted by: grokscience | June 2, 2021
Black Holes
Capturing an image of a black hole may seem impossible, but it was accomplished through an incredible global scientific effort. On this episode, Dr. Heino Falcke discussed the story of capturing the image of a black hole.
Polaroid? 😉
Posted by: grokscience | May 26, 2021
Framers
What are the advantages that humans have over machines in the age of technology and turmoil? On this episode, Kenneth Cukier discussed his new book, Framers.
Hobby Lobby? 😉
Posted by: grokscience | May 19, 2021
Neutrino Chaser
The neutrino is a fundamental particle that might never have been discovered were it not for Nobelist Frederick Reines. On this episode, Dr. Leonard Cole discussed the life and science of Frederick Reines.
Fundamental, man! 😉
Posted by: grokscience | May 12, 2021
Beloved Beasts
The conservation movement owes its existence to the history of the individuals that were instrumental in its formation. On this episode, Michelle Nijhuis discussed her book, Beloved Beasts.
Jabberwockies? 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: animals, conservation, extinction, groks, science
Posted by: grokscience | May 5, 2021
Market Medicine
The healthcare system in the United States undergoes continuing scrutiny. Can a market-based approach work? On this episode, Dr. Deane Waldman discussed Statescare and market-based medicine.
Amazon med? 😉
Posted by: grokscience | April 28, 2021
Accidental Scientist
Traversing a career in science can be somewhat daunting, even for those who reach the highest levels. On this episode, Dr. Robert Lefkowitz discussed his adventures as an accidental scientist.
Oops… 😉
Posted by: grokscience | April 21, 2021
Under Sky
The changes to the global environment often seem to be beyond the ability of an individual to positively affect. How can individuals help the global environment? On this episode, Kimberly Nicholas discussed her book, Under the Sky We Make.
Mr. Blue Sky? 😉
Posted in episodes | Tags: climate change, environment, global warming, groks, science
Posted by: grokscience | April 14, 2021
Brain History
The human brain is one of the most remarkable biological creations in nature, but its natural history is unknown to most. On this episode, Bret Stetka discussed his book, A History of the Human Brain.
Insane in the membrane? 🙂
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