Cool Science Radio is a weekly, hour-long program that focuses on the latest developments and discoveries in the fields of science and technology. Co-hosts Lynn Ware Peek and Scott Greenberg decipher what's new with science and technology experts in an entertaining, amusing and accessible way.
From the discovery of new dinosaurs to the science of an avalanche, from the secret technology behind Facebook, to the latest developments in nanotechnology — Cool Science Radio hosts Lynn Ware Peek and Scott Greenberg decipher science and technology discoveries in an entertaining, amusing and accessible way. If they can understand it, so can you.
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For questions and inquiries, or to inquire about appearing on the show, contact the hosts directly at coolscienceradio@kpcw.org.
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Biologist Lixing Sun explores the astonishing diversity of reproduction across the natural world and what it reveals about the evolution of life. -
Adam Hauke, global director of product strategy and innovation at Gentherm Medical, discusses how innovations in patient warming technology are improving safety and outcomes in the operating room. -
Doug Donovan, CEO of Interplay Learning, discusses how virtual reality and immersive simulations are transforming workforce training for data centers and other trades. -
Bestselling author Steven Kotler explores how advances in artificial intelligence, robotics and biotechnology are reshaping humanity and what it will take to thrive in an era of exponential change. -
Foundation Future Industries co-founder Mike LeBlanc discusses the future of humanoid robotics, emerging technologies and the leadership principles that guide innovation in rapidly changing industries. -
Lauren Stein, director of science and research programs at the National Anti-Vivisection Society, discusses emerging technologies that could transform biomedical research and reduce the need for animal testing.
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Adam Hauke, global director of product strategy and innovation at Gentherm Medical, discusses how innovations in patient warming technology are improving safety and outcomes in the operating room.Then, biologist Lixing Sun explores the astonishing diversity of reproduction across the natural world and what it reveals about the evolution of life. -
Doug Donovan, CEO of Interplay Learning, discusses how virtual reality and immersive simulations are transforming workforce training for data centers and other trades.Then, bestselling author Steven Kotler explores how advances in artificial intelligence, robotics and biotechnology are reshaping humanity and what it will take to thrive in an era of exponential change.
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Foundation Future Industries co-founder Mike LeBlanc discusses the future of humanoid robotics, emerging technologies and the leadership principles that guide innovation in rapidly changing industries.Then, Lauren Stein, director of science and research programs at the National Anti-Vivisection Society, discusses emerging technologies that could transform biomedical research and reduce the need for animal testing.
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Most of us rely on GPS every day without giving it much thought. Journalist Katherine Dunn explores the surprising history of GPS and how a military navigation tool became an essential part of everyday life. Then, in his new book, “How We Disappear,” Stanford historian Thomas Mullaney explores why memories, photographs, and digital records disappear, and what we can do to preserve the stories that matter most.
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Acclaimed scientist Vaclav Smil explores humanity’s pursuit of speed and how it has influenced evolution, technology, transportation and modern life.
