How AI is helping us to understand how our brains learn
The human brain is surely one of the most complex and fascinating creations in all of nature. It’s through them that we experience the world around us, develop knowledge and skills, and carry within u...
3 Maalis 202524min
What our coastlines can tell us about the planet’s past and future
From the dramatic caves that bring to mind the pirates and smugglers of yore to the rolling sand dunes many of us likely played in as children, our coastlines are home to all manner of fascinating fea...
28 Helmi 202532min
How to see through misleading numbers and statistics
Whether it’s from our friends, workmates or via various media platforms, both social and traditional, these days we’re all faced with a never-ending bombardment of information expressed through number...
24 Helmi 202541min
Prostate cancer: What is it and why is it so often missed?
The prostate is often misunderstood. And yet, this small part of the body is crucial. However, it is also one of the most common forms of cancer, affecting many men around the world. We spoke to Matth...
21 Helmi 202537min
Don't miss the upcoming Food Science miniseries!
Have you ever been frustrated when your carefully baked loaves come out of the oven looking more like pancakes? Or wondered why cheese tastes so good even though it’s riddled with mould? Maybe you wan...
19 Helmi 202535s
What meteorites tell us about life on Earth and the Universe
Meteorites are one of the best indicators that we can get of what is out there in Space. Helen Gordon, author of the new book The Meteorites: Encounters with Outer Space and Deep Time, talks us throug...
17 Helmi 202527min
How psychology can help us see through propaganda
It can be hard to know what is true and false in a world of disinformation. But there are some tricks that people use to frame what they say and learning how to spot these can help you avoid them. We ...
14 Helmi 202530min
How psychology can help us unlock the power of saying ‘no’
Whether it’s accepting a work assignment we know we don’t have time for, attending a social occasion even though we’d much rather hunker down at home with a cup of tea, or something more serious such ...
10 Helmi 202534min
