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Chemical reactions are the backbone of modern society: the energy we use, the medicines we take, our housing materials, even the foods we eat, are created by reacting different substances together. If we zoom in, it’s the atoms within these substance... more

Have you ever considered the lighter side of dark matter? Comedy has proved an unexpectedly succesful way to engage people with science - as today's guest knows first-hand.

Astrophysicist Catherine Heymans is a Professor at the University of Edinbur... more

As a young man, traveling in Africa, Tim Coulson - now Professor of Zoology at the University of Oxford - became seriously ill with malaria and was told a second bout would probably kill him. Aged only 20, this brush with his own mortality led him to... more

Have you ever pondered the fact that the universe is expanding? And not only that, it's expanding at an increasing speed - meaning everything around us is getting further and further away?

If that isolating thought makes you feel slightly panicked,... more

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Recent Guests

Catherine Heymans
Professor at the University of Edinburgh and current Astronomer Royal for Scotland, studying dark matter and dark energy.
University of Edinburgh
Episode: The Life Scientific: Catherine Heymans
Tim Coulson
Professor of Zoology at Oxford University
University of Oxford
Episode: The Life Scientific: Tim Coulson
Brian Schmidt
Nobel Prize-winning astronomer and professor of astrophysics at the Australian National University
Australian National University
Episode: The Life Scientific: Brian Schmidt
Dr. Victoria Tori Herridge
Senior lecturer in evolutionary biology and seasoned science broadcaster
University of Sheffield
Episode: The Life Scientific: Tori Herridge
Claudia de Rham
Professor of Theoretical Physics at Imperial College London and pioneer in massive gravity research.
Imperial College London
Episode: The Life Scientific: Claudia de Rham
Dr. Eduardo Alvarez
Founder of Earthmatters.org
earthmatters.org
Episode: Tooth and Claw: Harpy Eagles
Dr. Helena Aguiar-Silva
Biologist and Associate Research Scientist
National Institute for Amazonian Research
Episode: Tooth and Claw: Harpy Eagles
Tebello Nyokong
Distinguished professor at Rhodes University and chemist focused on cancer treatments
Rhodes University
Episode: Unstoppable: Tebello Nyokong
Kura Paul-Burke
Māori Marine Ecologist from Aotearoa, New Zealand
Indigenous Marine Scientist
Episode: Unstoppable: Kura Paul-Burke

Hosts

Jim Al-Khalili
Host of The Life Scientific
Adam Hart
Host of Discovery
Ella Hubber
Scientist turned radio presenter

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Not bad at all. Very English topics tho. Huge volume of topics... something for just about anyone.

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    Buddy B
    3 months ago
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    This story popped up today and it’s absolutely fabulous! I find it very enhancing to read the transcript along with listening to the podcast. Along with this scientist’s determination, I very much appreciate the complimentary joining of eastern and western medicine and I wish that the implementation would proceed more quickly. And, hooray for a woman getting acknowledged during her lifetime.

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    United States4 months ago
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    Mexico6 months ago
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Listeners Say

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Some audiences have expressed concerns about the show's advertising frequency but still regard it as a valuable resource for science discussions.
Reviewers praise the lively discussions with expert guests, making complex scientific topics accessible to a general audience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and educational content, often expressing gratitude for the depth of knowledge shared.
Overall, the insightful nature of the episodes continues to resonate with listeners interested in diverse scientific topics.

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#101
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#50
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#35
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#74
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#168
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The Life Scientific: Catherine Heymans
Q: What advice do you have for others facing health challenges?
Catherine encourages focusing on the next best thing you can do instead of dwelling on what you can't do.
The Life Scientific: Catherine Heymans
Q: Can you explain what dark matter and dark energy are?
Catherine explains that dark matter makes up about 25% of the universe and dark energy about 70%, but their exact nature remains unknown.
The Life Scientific: Catherine Heymans
Q: How did your astrophysics comedy act come about?
Catherine wanted to change misconceptions about science and found that humor could help make it accessible.
The Life Scientific: Jacqueline McKinley
Q: What developments in the field of osteoarchaeology have changed the way you analyze cremated remains?
The ability to radiocarbon date cremated bone has been a huge advancement, allowing for insights previously unattainable with normal radiocarbon dating methods.
The Life Scientific: Jacqueline McKinley
Q: How did your fascination with bones and cremated remains begin?
It began during my archaeological science course when I encountered cremated remains in Orkney and realized their potential to teach us about the past.

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Topics explored often include breakthroughs in health and medicine, climate change, conservation efforts, and the intersections of science with technology and society. Noteworthy episodes feature eminent scientists discussing their research on heart transplantation, gravitational theories, artificial intelligence, and aquatic ecosystems, amongst others. The approach blends education with storytelling, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for a diverse audience.

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2. Tim Coulson
3. Brian Schmidt
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6. Dr. Eduardo Alvarez
7. Dr. Helena Aguiar-Silva
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