Today in STEM
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Got 10 minutes? Today in STEM discusses what’s new in the realms of science, technology, engineering and mathematics—as all combine to make our world a better place. Launching every week from the historic home of human space flight—Florida’s Space Coast—this program gives listeners an inside look at all things STEM, hearing from experts and relating their knowledge to everyday life...
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Season finale! Antarctica is undergoing dramatic climate change—and researchers are working hard to determine the lasting impact. Florida Tech Professor Dr. Rich Aronson drops in to outline the challenges faced by “The Ice” at the base of the globe ..read more
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Athletic performance-enhancing drugs are a big problem in competitive sports—what can science do to help? Florida Tech researcher Dr. Christopher Chouinard discusses the latest from the lab that might level the playing field ..read more
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Cryptocurrency has both supporters and detractors—will it one day do away with those dollar bills in your pocket? Get ready to take notes as Florida Tech business instructor Tim Muth breaks down the basics ..read more
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It’s one of the most biodiverse estuaries in the Northern Hemisphere, and it’s in trouble. What have scientists discovered is happening in the Indian River Lagoon? Florida Tech researcher Dr. Austin Fox shares the latest ..read more
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What’s that buzzing overhead? It might be a drone delivering your latest online order. Can self-flying cars be far behind? Florida Tech researcher Dr. Brian Kish gives a sneak peek at what might be next in aviation ..read more
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Pop culture portrayals of sharks have led to misunderstandings about how they typically behave—and you may want to reconsider what you think you know about dolphins, too. Florida Tech researcher Dr. Toby Daly-Engel separates fact from fiction ..read more
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The mysteries of the human brain have fascinated scientists for years—and today’s studies are helping us to understand brain secrets. Florida Tech researcher Dr. Nasri Nesnas shares the latest, as we continue with the second part of our enlightening discussion ..read more
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The mysteries of the human brain have fascinated scientists for years—and today’s research is helping us to understand brain secrets. Florida Tech researcher Dr. Nasri Nesnas shares the latest, shedding new light on this all-important topic ..read more
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Will humans be able to one day grow vegetables on Mars? Florida Tech researcher Dr. Andrew Palmer is working hard to answer that question. He discusses an important first step taken with some out-of-this-world tomatoes ..read more
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It is one of the most unique places on the planet, but threats like fire and drought are putting its future in jeopardy. What can be done to preserve the Amazon Rainforest? We talk with Florida Tech Professor Dr. Mark Bush who helps explain what is at stake and why ..read more