Hurricane Melissa's wake, and alcohol-free beer with a buzz
In this edition of The Naked Scientists: How the latest science helped the Caribbean prepare for Hurricane Melissa. Also ahead, the alcohol-free beers providing a 'buzz' without the hangover. And, why...
31 Okt 202535min
Proteomics promises a revolution in preventative medicine
Today, in association with Proteomics International, we're hearing about a new era in medicine where we can tell people not what diseases they've got, but what ones they will have in ten years' time, ...
28 Okt 202529min
Eye implant restores vision, and corvids follow human calls
In the news podcast, a new retinal implant - just two millimetres wide - that is helping restore sight to blind people; a 'pristine' star that gives us a glimpse of the workings of the early Universe;...
24 Okt 202534min
Frozen Flora: 25 years of the Millennium Seed Bank
As the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew celebrate the 25th Birthday of the Millenium Seed Bank in Sussex, James Tytko ventures into its giant underground vaults to learn why they are a crucial part of globa...
21 Okt 202531min
Talc linked to cancer, and improving yoghurt with ants
In this edition of The Naked Scientists: Whether talc-based products - like baby powder - can cause ovarian cancer. Also ahead, the "Sword Dragon of Dorset" found on England's Jurassic Coast. Plus, we...
17 Okt 202534min
Hearing loss, and what we can do about it
In this edition of The Naked Scientists, why we lose our hearing and what we can do about it... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
14 Okt 202532min
Top athlete reveals MND diagnosis, and 2025's Nobel Prizes
In this edition of The Naked Scientists: Is elite level sport linked with Motor Neurone Disease? We examine the evidence as another top player announces his diagnosis. Also, cages that can sieve out m...
10 Okt 202541min
Has COVID-19 weakened our immunity?
You've probably heard of Omicron, but what about Nimbus and Stratus? These are the latest COVID strains spreading around the world, and for most people they'll amount to a heavy cold at worst, lasting...
7 Okt 202530min
