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Shamini Bundell - Science journalist and editor at Nature who presents coverage of significant scientific research and developments.
Nick Petrić Howe - Science journalist and editor at Nature who presents interviews and analysis on research across the scientific disciplines.
Rowan Hooper - Symbiosis, Cooperation Between Organisms, Evolution, And The Role Of Collaboration In Shaping Life.
Junk plastic turns into high-value commodity with chemistry trick
August 05, 2026
Researchers untangle the chemistry behind turning PVC into high-grade motor lubricant — plus, how engineered yeast can help make a cancer drug.00:45 The chemistry behind converting PVC into lubricantResearch article: Munyaneza et al.09:15 Research HighlightsNature: Engineered yeast that make cancer drugs could spare a rare flowerNature: Sickle-cell disease linked to prematurely aged stem cells in miceSubscribe to Nature Briefing, an unmissable daily round-up of science ne...
Briefing Chat: Orcas smashed a sunfish to bits — researchers aren't sure why
July 31, 2026
In this episode:00:24 The quest to count the Amazon's insectsNature: Tiny patch of Amazon likely holds 40,000 insect species — many new to science07:31 The orcas that exploded a sunfishThe Guardian: Orcas seen ramming prey so hard it explodes may be playing gameTiktok: Orcas vs sunfishSubscribe to Nature Briefing, an unmissable daily round-up of science news, opinion and analysis free in your inbox every weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Earthworks spotted in the Amazon hint at huge ancient civilization
July 29, 2026
In this episode:00:45 Ancient structures hidden beneath the Amazon’s canopyResearch article: Pärssinen et al.09:15 Research HighlightsNature: It’ll grow on you: live fungi formed into sustainable fashionPhysical Review Fluids: Gourmandie et al.11:48 Tiny fossils represent the earliest-known squid ancestorResearch article: Song et al.Subscribe to Nature Briefing, an unmissable daily round-up of science news, opinion and analysis free in your inbox every weekday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
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