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Science Friday
Science Friday
Science Friday and WNYC Studios

Brain fun for curious people.

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Episodes

CAR-T Cell Therapy For Autoimmune Diseases | Measuring Early Life Adversity—In Marmots

In a Chinese study, donor CAR-T cells sent autoimmune diseases into remission. There’s hope that the therapy is scalable. And,... more

13 Nov 2024 · 20 minutes
Your Arm Position Can Make Blood Pressure Readings Inaccurate

Blood pressure categories are based on patients who are sitting in a certain position. But not every doctor’s office takes... more

12 Nov 2024 · 17 minutes
Why Do We Keep Widening Highways If It Doesn’t Reduce Traffic?

Decades of research shows that expanding highways, despite its promise to reduce congestion, actually increases travel times.

11 Nov 2024 · 17 minutes
Ballot Measures Passed To Protect Abortion Rights | New Largest Prime Number

Abortion was on the ballot in 10 states, and seven of them passed constitutional amendments defending abortion rights. Also, this... more

08 Nov 2024 · 22 minutes
Chickens Have Friendships And Reputations | Tourist Photos May Help Map Penguin Colonies

Author and naturalist Sy Montgomery discusses chicken intelligence and her experience raising a flock in New Hampshire. And, snapshots from... more

07 Nov 2024 · 24 minutes
The Clean Air Act Has Saved Millions Of Lives—But Gaps Remain

The legislation gave the U.S. some of the world’s cleanest air. But with industrial zones and climate change, it’s not... more

06 Nov 2024 · 25 minutes
How Does Long-Distance Running Affect Your Body?

Running a marathon is a major physical feat. One expert answers listener questions about how it impacts the body and... more

05 Nov 2024 · 18 minutes
Gender-Affirming Care Is On The Line In This Election

Gender-affirming care is lifesaving treatment for many transgender people. Its availability could drastically change after the election.

04 Nov 2024 · 18 minutes
Maine Offshore Wind Auction Draws Few Bids | An Artist Combines Indigenous Textiles With Modern Tech

Two years ago, energy companies scrambled for offshore wind contracts. At a recent auction, the demand was significantly lower. Plus,... more

01 Nov 2024 · 19 minutes
After A Park Fire, Milkweed Bloomed | The ‘Creepy’ Procedure That Taps Into Young Blood

Great news for the nearly-extinct monarch butterflies, which will pass through the area as they migrate back to Mexico. Also,... more

31 Oct 2024 · 18 minutes
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CAR-T Cell Therapy For Autoimmune Diseases | Measuring Early Life Adversity—In Marmots
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