The Nature Podcast brings you the best stories from the world of science each week. We cover everything from astronomy to zoology, highlighting the most exciting research from each issue of the Nature journal. We meet the scientists behind the results and provide in-depth analysis from Nature's journalists and editors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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15 August 2019: Atomic espionage in the Second World War, and exploring the early Universe
This week, spilling nuclear secrets, and a mysterious period in the Universe’s history.
In this episode:
00:46 "The most dangerous spy in history"
We hear the story of Klaus Fuchs, who gave away the details of building an atomic bomb.
Books and Arts: The scientist-spy who spilt secrets of the bomb
08:00 Research Highlights
Environmental impacts of electric scooters, and the Goliath frog engineers.
Research Highlight: Trendy e-scooters might not be as green as they seem; Research Highlight: Enormous frogs heave rocks to build tadpole ‘nests’
10:33 Signals from the ancient Universe
Researchers hope that radio signals from ancient hydrogen will further their understanding of galaxy formation
News Feature: The quest to unlock the secrets of the baby Universe
18:17 News Chat
Changes to the US Endangered Species Act, and what a microbe might tell us about the evolution of complex life.
News: Trump administration weakens Endangered Species Act; News: Scientists glimpse oddball microbe that could help explain rise of complex life
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