Berkeley Groks Science Radio Program Podcast
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Weekly science radio program produced by KALX in Berkeley, CA. Hosted by Dr. Charles Lee and Dr. Frank Ling, each show features interviews with scientists and technical innovators, humorous commentary on recent discoveries, plus the Grokitron 5000 and the World Famous Question of the Week! Tune in every week and rediscover the world as you think you know it.
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personalmedia, February 17, 2006
Reviewer: personalmedia
from Indiana
This weekly podcast is based upon a science radio podcast so the broadcast quality of the program is very good. The co-host Frank Ling is a bit difficult to understand at times. He has a very annoying voice. The podcast would have been more enjoyable to listen to if the other host would have done more talking.
This podcast, as the title suggests, is very scientific in nature. Listeners should have a good basic understanding of science to get the most out of this podcast. The podcast I reviewed opened with current scientific developments. The next segment centered around an interview with an author who researched and wrote about the life of Marie Curie. The content of the interview with Barbara Goldsmith was fascinating. The theme of women being suited for careers in science was deeply explored.
The Grokitron 5000 segment of the program generates some interesting discussions. The Question of the Week is also a hallmark segment of this podcast. Excellent podcast!
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Aging Memory -- Berkeley Groks 2008-06-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 25, 2008
The normal decline of our cognitive abilities is one of the hallmarks of the aging process. But, what is the dividing line between normal and abnormal memory loss? On this program, Martha Weinman Lear discussed normal memory loss.
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Sport Science -- Berkeley Groks 2008-06-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 18, 2008
While sports may thrill fans and spectators, professional athletes continue to make use of the latest developments in science and technology to improve their performance. On this program, Davin Coburn discussed the science of sports.
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Exercising Brain -- Berkeley Groks 2008-06-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 11, 2008
While exercise is widely known to be beneficial for physical health, it can also greatly improve mental abilities as well. On this program, Dr. John Ratey discussed the effects of exercise on the brain.
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NASCAR Energy -- Berkeley Groks 2008-06-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 04, 2008
Developing clean energy is a major challenge for policy makers and scientists. On this program, Dr. Lester Brown discussed clean energy technology. In addition, Prof. Diandra Leslie-Pelecky discussed the physics of NASCAR.
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Visual Thinking -- Berkeley Groks 2008-05-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 28, 2008
Solving complex problems can be aided by the use of visual tools. However, these methods are often unknown outside of the scientific and engineering arenas. On this program, Dan Roam discussed visual problem solving.
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Alternative Energy Markets -- Berkeley Groks 2008-05-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 21, 2008
Developing alternative energy sources will require extensive capital resources. On this program, Matthew Feller discussed methods for carbon sequestration. In addition, Miriam Horn discussed developing capital infrastructure for alternative energy technology.
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Negotiation -- Berkeley Groks 2008-05-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 14, 2008
Effective negotiation is a skill that is necessary for resolving conflict peacefully, but the strategies and practices of negotiation are often not properly taught. On this program, William Ury discussed the power of a positive negotiation.
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Nuclear Renewables -- Berkeley Groks 2008-05-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 07, 2008
The current peak oil crisis has intensified the search for renewable energy sources. One possible option is nuclear power. On this program, William Sweet discussed kicking the carbon habit.
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Dropsy Dialysis Transplant -- Berkeley Groks 2008-04-30
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 30, 2008
The kidneys are an often unappreciated organ in the human body. But, the importance of their function becomes readily apparent when something disrupts their normal operation. On this program, Dr. Steven J. Peitzman discussed a short history of failing kidneys.
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Urban Development -- Berkeley Groks 2008-04-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 23, 2008
Developing the infrastructure of poor urban environments remains a major challenge for sustainable growth. On this program, Dr. Timothy Campbell discussed capacity building and urban development.
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Body Rhythms -- Berkeley Groks 2008-04-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 16, 2008
The human body is regulated by multiple physiological processes that cycle throughout the day. On this program, Jennifer Ackerman discussed the science of body rhythms.
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Planet Hunting -- Berkeley Groks 2008-04-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 09, 2008
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Astronomers searching for extrasolar worlds have recently discovered several fascinating planets orbiting other stars. On this program, Dr. Jason Wright discussed the science and technology behind the search for extrasolar worlds.
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Telephone Gambit -- Berkeley Groks 2008-04-02
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 02, 2008
Alexander Graham Bell is widely regarded as the inventor of the telephone. However, few may know the story of Elisha Gray, who may have been the first inventor of the telephone. On this program, Seth Shulman discussed the controversy and history of the telephone.
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Napoleonic Science -- Berkeley Groks 2008-03-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 26, 2008
The exploration of Egypt and the middle east remained largely unknown to European scientists until 1798. At that time, a group of scientists, engineers, and artists began exploring the region under the leadership of Napoleon Bonaparte. On this program, Nina Burleigh discussed Napoleon, his scientists, and the exploration of Egypt.
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Alzheimers Prevention -- Berkeley Groks 2008-03-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 19, 2008
Degenerative diseases of the brain such as Alzheimers and Parkinsons have until recently been accepted as a normal possibility of old age. However, recent advances in modern medicine are changing this view. Preventative measures can reduce the chance of developing these diseases, and effective treatments are being developed. On this program, Dr. Marwan Sabbagh discussed methods for preventing Alzheimers disease.
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Quantum Hoops -- Berkeley Groks 2008-03-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 12, 2008
Science and sports seem strangely dissimilar, but both strive to bring out the best in human endeavors. On this program, Rick Greenwald discussed the quest for such consilience in Quantum Hoops.
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Malaria -- Berkeley Groks 2008-03-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 05, 2008
Malaria has often been regarded as a third world disease. Yet, it has been found worldwide, with socioeconomic factors largely contributing to its prevalence or absence in different regions. On this program, Prof. Randall Packard discussed the history and treatment of malaria.
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Computer Malware -- Berkeley Groks 2008-02-27
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 27, 2008
As computers have become increasingly ubiquitous, so too has computer malware. How can we protect our computers from this onslaught of viruses, worms, and Trojan horses? On this program, David Perry discussed effective solutions to combat computer malware.
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Gorilla Behavior -- Berkeley Groks 2008-02-20
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 20, 2008
Gorillas are genetically very similar to humans, however our behavior seems widely divergent. But, we may have more in common with our primate relatives than one might suspect. On this program, Andrew Grant discussed lessons from gorilla behavior.
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Snake Oil Science -- Berkeley Groks 2008-02-13
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 13, 2008
Complementary and alternative medicine claims cures for ailments spanning the range from allergies to cancer. But, does scientific research support any of these claims? On this program, Prof. R. Barker Bausell discussed the problems with complementary and alternative therapies.
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Supervolcanoes -- Berkeley Groks 2008-02-06
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 06, 2008
Supervolcanic eruptions have the potential to drastically alter the environment and seriously affect human civilization. Understanding the geological consequences of these events continues to challenge scientists. On this program, Dr. John Savino discussed the impact of a supervolcanic eruption.
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Bird Conservation -- Berkeley Groks 2008-01-30
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 30, 2008
Changes in the global environment are threatening the existence of many species of birds. But, what can be done to help? On this program, Dr. Jeffrey Wells discussed current bird conservation efforts.
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Darwinian Fashion -- Berkeley Groks 2008-01-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 23, 2008
The theory of evolution states that selective pressures result in the survival of the fittest. But, what selective pressures are placed on humans? It turns out that our worst enemy may be ourselves. On this program, Wendy Northcutt discussed the Darwin Awards. In addition, Caltech scientists discussed recent advances in geek fashion.
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Body Maps -- Berkeley Groks 2008-01-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 16, 2008
Sensory events are conveyed to our brains and interpreted in specialized maps of the outside world. On this program, Sandra Blakeslee discussed the function of these body maps in the brain.
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Peking Man Fossils -- Berkeley Groks 2008-01-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 09, 2008
The discovery of the Peking Man fossils in China was a landmark discovery for archaeologists and anthropologists. On this program, Dr. Amir Aczel discussed the discovery of the fossils and the tale of one of the main investigators involved in the project, Pierre Teilhard de Chardin.
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Reading Brain -- Berkeley Groks 2008-01-02
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 02, 2008
Written language has evolved as a unique human trait for communicating ideas. But, how have human brains evolved to read and write? On this program, Prof. Maryanne Wolf discussed the evolution and development of the reading brain.
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Incentive Economics -- Berkeley Groks 2007-12-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 26, 2007
Economics is often viewed as the dismal science, but everyday decisions are often guided or aided by economic considerations. On this program, Prof. Tyler Cowen discussed incentive economics.
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Sino-US Technology Relations -- Berkeley Groks 2007-12-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 19, 2007
The relationship between China and the United States has far reaching implications in terms of politics, economics, and technology. On this program, Prof. June Dreyer from the University of Miami discussed Sino-US relations.
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Ambiguous Math -- Berkeley Groks 2007-12-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 12, 2007
Mathematics may appear to be constructed on absolute foundations derived from first principles. But, are mathematical tenets as absolute as they seem? On this program, Gaurav Suri discussed the philosophical implications of ambiguity in math.
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Musical Brain -- Berkeley Groks 2007-12-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 05, 2007
Music has powerful emotive and expressive qualities that transcend its description as a purely physical phenomenon. This is of course due to how the brain processes musical information. On this program, Prof. Daniel Levitin discussed the musical brain.
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Rocketeers -- Berkeley Groks 2007-11-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 28, 2007
Space travel is quickly becoming part of private enterprise, with several entrepreneurs developing technologies that will enable future space flight. On this program, Michael Belfiore discussed the development of the privatized space industry.
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Gratitude -- Berkeley Groks 2007-11-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 21, 2007
Gratitude and thankfulness are often in short supply. But, what can science tell us about increasing our sense of thankfulness? On this program, Prof. Robert Emmons discussed the psychology of gratitude.
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Medical Ethics -- Berkeley Groks 2007-11-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 14, 2007
Medical practitioners must put the interests of their patients first and foremost. But, do doctors always follow this maxim? On this program, Dr. Joshua Spanogle joined us to discuss issues in medical ethics.
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Planet History -- Berkeley Groks 2007-11-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 07, 2007
Scientific observation of the planets in our solar system has a long and florid history. With the increased exploration of the planets, fascinating insights have quickly emerged. On this program, Dr. Richard Corfield presented the natural history of the solar system.
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Scientific Faith -- Berkeley Groks 2007-10-31
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 31, 2007
Science relies on empirical evidence to support its central theories and tenets, while religious belief relies on the faith of the believer. Can these two separate worldviews be reconciled? On this program, Dr. Francis Collins, director of the National Human Genome Research Institute discussed science and religious faith.
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Altered Oceans -- Berkeley Groks 2007-10-24
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 24, 2007
Changes in the ocean environment are rapidly affecting the well being of both human and marine life. On this program, Kenneth R. Weiss from the L.A. Times examined the altered oceans.
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General Ignorance -- Berkeley Groks 2007-10-17
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 17, 2007
There are some facts that are common knowledge, but these often turn out to be completely wrong. When does common knowledge become general ignorance? On this program, John Lloyd and John Mitchinson from the BBC program, QI, will discuss the book of general ignorance.
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Bright Young Minds -- Berkeley Groks 2007-10-03
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 03, 2007
Early childhood is the period when most of the mental faculties of the brain are formed. Yet, much of our education takes place much later in life. What can be done to assure a bright childhood? On this program, Dr. Jill Stamm discussed early childhood learning and development.
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Heart Depression -- Berkeley Groks 2007-09-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 26, 2007
Heart disease and depression seem like unrelated ailments. However, new research is finding that the occurrence of one can result in the manifestation of the other. On this program, Dr. Lawson Wulsin discussed the link between heart disease and depression.
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Darwin and Religion -- Berkeley Groks 2007-09-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 19, 2007
The theory of evolution proposed by Charles Darwin has served as the basis for modern biological research. But, is evolution at odds with religious beliefs? On this program, Prof. Francisco Ayala from U.C. Irvine discussed Darwin and Religion.
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Fecal Science -- Berkeley Groks 2007-09-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 12, 2007
While most might experience revulsion by fecal matter, the constitution of poo can actually tell a lot about gastrointestinal health. On this program, Dr. Anish Sheth and Josh Richmond discussed the science of poo.
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Wikinomics -- Berkeley Groks 2007-09-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 05, 2007
Collaboration in business is important for the development of ideas and products. Technological innovations are facillitating this process. On this program, Don Tapscott discussed Wikinomics and how mass collaboration is changing business.
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Nitric Oxide Disease -- Berkeley Groks 2007-08-29
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 29, 2007
Nitric oxide is a ubiquitous molecule in the body that is involved in several important physiological processes. However, diseases may arise when the regulation of nitric oxide is disrupted. On this program, Prof. Martin Pall from Washington State University discussed the role of nitric oxide in disease.
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Low Energy Space Flight -- Berkeley Groks 2007-08-22
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 22, 2007
Space travel has typically relied on conventional high energy routes, known as Hohmann Transfers, to move their payloads. However, low energy routes do exist and are currently being explored. On this program, Dr. Ed Belbruno from NASA discussed low energy space flight.
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Surgical Faux Pas -- Berkeley Groks 2007-08-15
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 15, 2007
Surgical procedures, while often necessary for curing ailments, can sometimes be over-prescribed by clinicians. On this program, Peter Moore, editor at Mens Health, discussed unnecessary surgeries.
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Optical Telescopes -- Berkeley Groks 2007-08-08
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 08, 2007
The invention of the telescope 400 years ago opened a window to the universe that continues to amaze and enlighten. On this program, Dr. Geoff Andersen discussed the history and invention of the telescope.
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Energy Efficiency -- Berkeley Groks 2007-08-01
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 01, 2007
How does the US stack up to others in energy efficiency? Arthur Rosenfeld joined us again to discuss some of the encouraging lessons in energy development around the world.
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Cancer Therapeutics -- Berkeley Groks 2007-07-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 25, 2007
Cancer is a disease that strikes fear by its mere mention. But, rapid advances in medical science are developing new treatments. On this program, Prof. David Nathan from Harvard MGH discussed new cancer therapies.
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Starstruck Science -- Berkeley Groks 2007-07-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 18, 2007
Continued developments in space exploration hold the promise for advancing human knowledge about the universe. But, how can humans reconcile these findings with their past beliefs. On this program, Prof. Albert Harrison discussed science, religion, and folklore in space exploration.
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Evolution versus ID -- Berkeley Groks 2007-07-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 11, 2007
Evolution continues to be a contentious idea in modern society, especially in the United States, where it has spurred numerous legal battles over the right to teach the competing concept of Intelligent Design in public schools. On this program, Matthew Chapman discussed evolution vs. intelligent design in the Kitzmiller v. Dover Board of Education case.
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Roswell Investigations -- Berkeley Groks 2007-07-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 04, 2007
While the incident that occurred in Roswell, NM is now 60 years old, theories and rampant speculation remain as to what occurred. On this program, Donald Schmitt discussed investigations into the Roswell incident. Special note: this is our -Independence Day- episode. If you do not get the joke, search the Internet Movie Database.
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Richter Scale -- Berkeley Groks 2007-06-27
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 27, 2007
The Richter Scale is well known to anyone who has experienced an earthquake. But, most are unaware of the man who invented the scale. On this program, Dr. Susan Hough discussed the life and science of Dr. Charles Richter.
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Space Age History -- Berkeley Groks 2007-06-20
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 20, 2007
Since the launch of Sputnik in 1957, human space endeavors have rapidly evolved. On this program, Dr. Martin Collins discussed the history of the space age.
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Preventing Disease -- Berkeley Groks 2007-06-13
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 13, 2007
The occurrence of preventable disease in the United States can be lowered by simple lifestyle changes. On this program, Dr. Raymond Francis discussed the project to end disease.
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Energy Policy -- Berkeley Groks 2007-06-06
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 06, 2007
Setting energy policy continues to be a challenge for government officials. On this program, Dr. Arthur Rosenfeld, California Energy Commissioner, discussed energy policy.
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Insect Songs -- Berkeley Groks 2007-05-30
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 30, 2007
Crickets, cicadas, and katydids are the noise makers among the insects. But, how are their sounds distinguished from one another? On this program, Lang Elliot discussed the songs of insects.
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Prehistoric Females -- Berkeley Groks 2007-05-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 23, 2007
Archaeological findings have generally focussed on the prehistoric activities of males, while neglecting those of females. However, recent archaeological findings are challenging this framework. On this program, Jake Page discussed these new archaeological findings.
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Dark Matter and Energy -- Berkeley Groks 2007-05-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 16, 2007
Dark matter and dark energy comprise most of the known universe. But, what are the constituents of dark matter and energy? On this program, Dr. Dan Hooper from Fermilab discussed the dark cosmos.
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Rubik Cube -- Berkeley Groks 2007-05-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 09, 2007
Mathematical puzzles are not usually associated with entertainment. However, the Rubik Cube continues to amaze, confound, and entertain. On this program, Tyson Mao discussed solving the Rubik Cube.
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Carbon Taxes -- Berkeley Groks 2007-05-02
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 02, 2007
What is the appropriate market mechanism for moving away from a fossil fuel economy? On this program, Lester Brown from the Earth Policy Institute discussed how carbon taxes could better represent the true cost of energy.
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Moral Brains -- Berkeley Groks 2007-04-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 25, 2007
Morality often is considered a sociological issue. However, recent advances in neurobiology are demonstrating that human brains are innately constructed for morality. On this program, Prof. Marc Hauser from Harvard University discussed the biology of morality.
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Pet Behavior -- Berkeley Groks 2007-04-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 18, 2007
Pets often perplex their human companions with their eccentric behavior. On this program, Dr. Marty Becker discussed the intricacies of pet behavior.
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Cavitation Bubbles -- Berkeley Groks 2007-04-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 11, 2007
Bubbles created via the process of cavitation have many applications. On this program, Prof. Christopher Brennen from Caltech discussed the physics of cavitation.
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Primal Healing -- Berkeley Groks 2007-04-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 04, 2007
The sources of emotional pain are wide and varied, but are firmly rooted in the deepest centers of the brain. Treating such mental anguish thus requires accessing these deeply ingrained structures. On this program, Drs. Arthur and France Janov discussed Primal Healing.
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Biological Evil -- Berkeley Groks 2007-03-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 28, 2007
The problem of evil has confounded philosophers and scientists alike. Is there a biological basis for evil? On this program, Prof. David Buss discussed the biology of evil.
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Chaotic Systems -- Berkeley Groks 2007-03-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 21, 2007
The work of Poincare on the three-body problem later became the framework for studying chaotic systems. Since then, mathematicians have made progress in these and other dynamical systems. On this program, Mason Porter talked about exciting developments in this field. Travis Heime also discussed condensed matter physics.
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Sustainable Fishing -- Berkeley Groks 2007-03-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 14, 2007
Environmentalists have been concerned about pollution in the sea and the depletion of fisheries, but are these worries overblown? On this program, Stacey Viera of the National Fisheries Institutes, explains the health effects of mercury and NOAA work in promoting sustainable fishing.
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Anthropogenic Peat -- Berkeley Groks 2007-03-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 07, 2007
Scientists estimate that one-third of today's increase in greenhouse gas emissions come from changes in the land-use. One way to sequester the carbon emissions is plant more trees but are other crops better suited? On this program, special correspondent Terry Yen talks about the promise of anthropogenic peat.
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Disease Evolution -- Berkeley Groks 2007-02-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 28, 2007
Disease has a negative connotation in evolutionary thought. But, in some instances, a selective advantage may be conferred by disease processes. On this program, Dr. Sharon Moalem discussed the survival of the sickest.
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Ocean Burps -- Berkeley Groks 2007-02-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 21, 2007
A huge potential for our energy needs lies at the bottom of the ocean in the form of methane hydrates. But what happens when the ocean burps and large amounts of natural gas are liberated into the atmosphere? On this program, MBARI scientist Charles Paull discusses how these greenhouse gases could be abruptly released.
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Everyday Equations -- Berkeley Groks 2007-02-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 14, 2007
Do I have a chance with them? Should I drink the milk at the back of the refrigerator? Solving everyday problems like these can be especially problematic without the proper tools. Luckily, math can provide the answer. On this program, Garth Sundem discussed mathematical solutions to everyday problems.
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Size Biology -- Berkeley Groks 2007-02-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 07, 2007
Size matters... especially in biology. But the dimensions of living organisms are often disregarded, while it is arguably essential to their study. On this program, Prof. John Tyler Bonner discussed why size matters in biology.
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Altruistic Evolution -- Berkeley Groks 2007-01-31
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 31, 2007
Altruistic behavior is seemingly at odds with the classic notion of evolution. How can altruism be reconciled with the survival of the fittest? On this program, Prof. Lee Alan Dugatkin discussed the altruism equation.
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Comet Dust -- Berkeley Groks 2007-01-24
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 24, 2007
Billions and billions of years ago, stars in the universe created elements that scattered throughout the galaxies. Until recently, these dust particles from the early universe were frozen in comets. On this program, Dr. Andrew Westphal discussed the StarDust project, the challenges in collecting comet dust and the surprising discoveries made from these samples.
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Molecular Evolution -- Berkeley Groks 2007-01-17
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 17, 2007
Tracking the evolutionary changes that give rise to new species has become more refined with the advent of molecular biological tools. Changes in DNA sequences over time can now be measured across species to provide a genetic picture of evolution in action. On this program, Prof. Sean B. Carroll discussed these new findings.
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Macworld 2007 -- Berkeley Groks 2007-01-10
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 10, 2007
For many technophiles, Christmas comes a couple weeks after the fact. At Macworld 2007, we saw a glimpe of what future telephony will look like, but at the same time, developers have products ready to go. On this program, Jon Philips from MacLife magazine discussed current trends in computing. Also, Kevin Ford talked about advanced telephone systems.
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Snowflake Physics -- Berkeley Groks 2007-01-03
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 03, 2007
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow. But, what are the physical processes that underlie the formation of snowflakes, and how can this process be reproduced? On this program, Prof. Kenneth Libbrecht from Caltech discussed the physics of snowflakes.
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Silent Earthquakes -- Berkeley Groks 2006-12-27
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 27, 2006
Most of us know earthquakes by their groundbreaking nature, but what has intrigued seismologists recently are silent earthquakes. On this program, Prof. Paul Segall discussed the significance of these imperceptible ground movements. In addition, Chuck McMinn discussed combined heat and power systems at Vineyard29.
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Belief Biology -- Berkeley Groks 2006-12-20
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 20, 2006
The origin of our belief systems may have strong biological underpinnings. On this program, Prof. Andrew Newberg discussed the biology of our beliefs.
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Technology Woes -- Berkeley Groks 2006-12-13
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 13, 2006
Technological changes are occuring at a rapid pace, and keeping up with those changes is a challenge to even the most astute technophile, not to mention those averse to technology. On this program, the technology folks, Martina and John, discussed dealing with technology.
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Concierge Medicine -- Berkeley Groks 2006-12-06
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 06, 2006
The growing disparities in health care provided by primary care physicians has caused some to offer a service known as concierge medicine. But, this potential cure may result in more problems than solutions. On this program, Dr. Robin Cook discussed the problems with concierge medicine.
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Quantum Computing Bamboo -- Berkeley Groks 2006-11-29
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 29, 2006
Quantum computing makes use of the unique quantum states of a molecular system to store information. On this program, Dr. Michael Hartmann discussed quantum information theory. In addition, Chin Ong discussed the agricultural merits of bamboo.
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Longevity Habits -- Berkeley Groks 2006-11-22
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 22, 2006
The prevalent image of old age is one of infirmity, but studies of centenarians demonstrate that a vibrant lifestyle is possible. On this program, Dr. Maoshing Ni discussed everyday habits for ensuring a long and healthy life.
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Concerned Science -- Berkeley Groks 2006-11-15
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 15, 2006
The role of science in government has often been neglected. The Union of Concerned Scientists is a group that brings scientific opinion to major policy issues. On this program, Prof. Kurt Gottfried, chair of the UCS, discussed science representation in the government. In addition, Vikram Kukarni discussed geotechnical engineering.
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Science and Spirituality -- Berkeley Groks 2006-11-08
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 08, 2006
Biomedical research often encounters vocal opposition from both sides of the political spectrum. On this program, Prof. Lee Silver discussed the clash of science and spirituality in biological research.
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Energy Switch -- Berkeley Groks 2006-11-01
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 01, 2006
While the United States has lagged in deploying renewable energy into its economy, others have pursued a more aggressive policy of lowering greenhouse gas emissions. On this program, Craig Morris discussed Germany and their move toward solar and wind power.
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Long Emergency -- Berkeley Groks 2006-10-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 25, 2006
Oil dependence has ramifications beyond those of transportation. A shortage in its supply can affect many areas, including agriculture, business, and urban design. On this program, James Howard Kunstler will discuss this long emergency.
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Large Scale Universe -- Berkeley Groks 2006-10-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 18, 2006
How did the universe begin? How will it end? And, what do we do in the mean time? On this program, Prof. P. James Peebles from Princeton University discussed cosmology, dark matter, and the large scale universe.
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Global Health Care -- Berkeley Groks 2006-10-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 11, 2006
8 PDT,
Global health care disparaties are all to evident, made even more stark by the remarkable advances in medical science. But, what can be done to resolve these global health care inequities? On this program, Dr. Edward O'Neill, Jr. discussed global health care solutions.
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Nobel Prizes 2006 -- Berkeley Groks 2006-10-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 04, 2006
What better way is there to celebrate the Big Bang than with a Nobel Prize. On this program, Prof. Alex Filipenko commented on the 2006 prize in physics. Prof. Caroline Kane joined us to discuss the chemistry prize. Finally, Nobel laureate Prof. Peter Doherty discussed how to win the Nobel Prize.
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Potpourri -- Berkeley Groks 2006-09-27
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 27, 2006
The devastating tsunami that engulfed southeast asia in 2004 has heightened awareness of the range and magnitude of this catastrophe. But, how can such events be ameliorated in the future? On this program, Dr.Patricio Bernal and Prof. Robert Dalrymple discussed tsunami warning methods. In addition, Nicola Stuber discussed night flying contribution to greenhouse gas, and Patricia Schultz discussed 1000 places to visit before you die. Finally, Robert Bullock discussed the Taiwan Film Festival.
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Probability Theory -- Berkeley Groks 2006-09-20
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 20, 2006
Chance occurrences often dramatically effect our daily lives. But, how can we evaluate randomness and weigh its influence appropriately? On this program, Prof. Jeffery S. Rosenthal discussed probability theory.
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Cosmological Views -- Berkeley Groks 2006-09-13
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 13, 2006
Cosmological theories address how the universe was created, and what awaits for the future. What do recent advances tell us about the universe? On this program, Prof. Joel Primack and Nancy Abrams discussed the view from the center of the universe.
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Debunking 9-11 Myths -- Berkeley Groks 2006-09-06
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 06, 2006
Conspiracy theories surrounding the 9-11 tragedy have taken on a life of their own, divorced from the empirical data. Do these theories have any basis in fact? On this program, James Meigs, editor-in-chief of Popular Mechanics, debunked these conspiracy myths.
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Rural Internet -- Berkeley Groks 2006-08-30
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 30, 2006
Billions of people around the world still do not have access to basic power or commmunications. On this program, Laura Mellow joins us to talk about the Inveneo efforts to bring internet access to developing regions of the world.
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Happy Science -- Berkeley Groks 2006-08-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 23, 2006
Happiness as a state of being often defies attempts to attain it, leading most on an ever elusive quest. On this program, Dr. Matthieu Ricard, biochemist and Buddhist monk translator for the Dalai Lama, discussed the science of happiness.
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Ten Planets -- Berkeley Groks 2006-08-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 16, 2006
The recent debate over what defines a planet has been partially motivated by the discovery of a candidate tenth planet. On this program, Dr. Ken Croswell discussed this newly discovered tenth planets.
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Umbilical Stem Cells -- Berkeley Groks 2006-08-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 09, 2006
Stem cells have the potential to cure many diseases, but viable therapies are mainly still experimental, especially those involving umbilical cord blood stem cells. On this program, Dr. David Steenblock discussed these stem cell therapies.
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Philosophical Ethics -- Berkeley Groks 2006-08-02
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 02, 2006
Ethics is a sometimes nebulous concept in the world of business, where it is often shunned at the expense of the bottom line. On this program, Prof. Tom Morris discussed the philosophy of ethics.
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Scientific Religion -- Berkeley Groks 2006-07-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 26, 2006
The Templeton prize is awarded every year for advances in our understanding of the intersection of religion and science. On this program, Nobel laureate Prof. Charles Townes from U.C. Berkeley joined to discuss science, religion, and the Templeton prize.
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Martian Meteorite -- Berkeley Groks 2006-07-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 19, 2006
The discovery of a Martian meteorite in Antartica over a decade ago ignited the public imagination when it was claimed that the meteorite held signs of life. On this program, Kathy Sawyer discussed the story of the rock from Mars.
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Craigslist and Global Warming -- Berkeley Groks 2006-07-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 12, 2006
The internet has become a venue where one can obtain just about anything. On this program, Craig Newmark, founder of Craigslist, discussed the internet marketplace. In addition, Prof. Margaret Torn from Lawrence Berkeley Labs discussed new models of global warming.
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Fun Science Questions -- Berkeley Groks 2006-07-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 05, 2006
While science continues to push the boundaries of human knowledge, most of us puzzle over more entertaining questions, like does anything eat wasps? On this program, Ivan Semeniuk gives the last word on these everyday science questions.
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Mona Lisa Math -- Berkeley Groks 2006-06-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 28, 2006
Art and science are inexorably intertwined, with advances in one often inspiring advances in the other. Nowhere is this more evident than in the work of Leonardo da Vinci. On this program, Prof. Bulent Atalay discussed math and the Mona Lisa.
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Domestic Wiretapping -- Berkeley Groks 2006-06-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 21, 2006
Domestic wiretapping has become an incendiary issue. What are the rights of the people and the government in this regard? And, how effective is the technology? On this program, Jack ONeill discussed the Echelon wiretapping system.
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Inflammatory Aging -- Berkeley Groks 2006-06-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 14, 2006
The connection between inflammation and aging may be related in part by the foods we eat. On this program, Dr. Nicholas Perricone discussed his theory for a healthy diet.
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Stellar Life Cycles -- Berkeley Groks 2006-06-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 07, 2006
The sun is currently a middle-aged star, and will inevitably decline as all stars must. But, it may be possible to extend the stellar lifetime. On this program, Joe Pappalardo discussed the life cycle of stars.
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Citizen Media -- Berkeley Groks 2006-05-31
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 31, 2006
Grassroots journalism has been enabled by the internet. The potential impact of citizen media is far and wide-ranging, as discussed on this episode with Dan Gilmor.
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Science Lexicon -- Berkeley Groks 2006-05-24
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 24, 2006
Understanding the key concepts in science requires a knowledge of the language of science. On this program, Steve Kleinedler discussed science words every college graduate should know.
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WHO and Taiwan -- Berkeley Groks 2006-05-17
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 17, 2006
All countries are eligible for membership into the World Health Organization (WHO) with one notable exception. On this program, Dr. Julin Tang and Dr. Sophia Yen discussed the Taiwanese efforts to join this health organization.
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Testosterone Factor -- Berkeley Groks 2006-05-10
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 10, 2006
One little hormone can make a big difference in the life of men, especially when those levels start to drop. On this program, Dr. Shafiq Qaadri joined us to discuss the testosterone factor.
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SARS -- Berkeley Groks 2006-05-03
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 03, 2006
SARS may have faded from our memory, but many key lessons can be learned from the outbreak of 2003. Karl Taro Greenfeld joined us on this program to talk about his firsthand experiences in China reporting this epidemic.
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Celiac Disease -- Berkeley Groks 2006-04-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 26, 2006
Celiac disease is a disorder caused by the inability to tolerate gluten. The effects of the disease are wide ranging, resulting from the inability to absorb certain nutrients. On this program, Rory Jones discussed this hidden epidemic.
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Earth Day and Maker Faire -- Berkeley Groks 2006-04-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 19, 2006
Organizations across the country are sponsoring activities for Earth Day. On this episode, Erica Pringsheim-Moors from the California State Parks Foundation joined us to talk about their activities. Also, Max Rosenblum talked with Dan Woods about the Maker Faire.
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Light Speed Travel -- Berkeley Groks 2006-04-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 12, 2006
Traveling near the speed of light may soon be possible thanks to recent theoretical advances. On this program, Dr. Franklin Felber discussed the physics of near light-speed travel.
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Cloning Animals -- Berkeley Groks 2006-04-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 05, 2006
In spite of the controversies surround the ethics of animal cloning, progress has been made in reproducing animals through their genetic material. On this program, biologist Sir John Gurden joined us to talk about developmental biology and challenges to cloning.
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Alan Turing -- Berkeley Groks 2006-03-29
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 29, 2006
Alan Turing was a prominent figure in the development of the computer, and is well known for many important computing concepts, including the famous Turing Test. On this program Prof. David Leavitt discussed the life of Alan Turing.
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Wildlife Conservation -- Berkeley Groks 2006-03-22
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 22, 2006
Preserving wildlife populations that are displaced or actively diminished by human activity remains essential for maintaining biodiversity. Nowhere is this more evident than in Africa, where many wildlife species are being driven to extinction by human activity. On this program, Paul Raffaele discussed wildlife preservation in Africa.
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The Planets -- Berkeley Groks 2006-03-15
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 15, 2006
Our solar system contains nine acknowledged planets, each with their own unique personalities that continue to inspire scientists. On this episode, Dava Sobel discussed her perspective of the planets.
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Our Inner Ape -- Berkeley Groks 2006-03-08
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 08, 2006
The evolution of human behavior is easily highlighted in comparative studies with our nearest relatives, chimpanzees and bonobos. On this program, Prof. Frans de Waal discussed Our Inner Ape.
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Open Source -- Berkeley Groks 2006-03-01
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 01, 2006
The Constitution guarantees five fundamental freedoms, but a free culture requires openness amongst its citizens. On this program, Mitch Kapor discussed the Open Source movement as it pertains to software and other aspects of technology and life.
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Superhero Physics -- Berkeley Groks 2006-02-22
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 22, 2006
Faster than a speeding bullet? Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound? Superman may be confined to the comics, but could his superpowers exist in the natural world? On this program, Prof. James Kakalios discussed the Physics of Superheroes.
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Ambidextrous Universe -- Berkeley Groks 2006-02-15
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 15, 2006
Symmetry or parity is intriguing, not only in the arts and music, but also in science and the natural world. Interestingly, parity may not be conserved between the mirror images of molecules and consequently their energies would not be equivalent. On this program, Professor Harris and Gina discussed how parity violation could be observed using sum frequency generation experiments.
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Afterlife Science -- Berkeley Groks 2006-02-08
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 08, 2006
The afterlife is generally the subject of theology, but what can science contribute to the issue? On this program, Mary Roach discusses the science of the afterlife.
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Climate Wisdom -- Berkeley Groks 2006-02-01
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 01, 2006
Last year, 2005, has now been confirmed as the warmest year on record, but what must be done to stop this dangerous trend of global warming? Profs. Carl McDaniel and Stephen Schneider joined us on this program to discuss how these climate issues are best communicated to the public.
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Science and Politics -- Berkeley Groks 2006-01-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 25, 2006
While scientific inquiry leads to the rational explanations for natural phenomena, the political interpretation of science often leads to chaos. On this program, Chris Mooney discussed the Republican War on Science.
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Molecular Dynamics -- Berkeley Groks 2006-01-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 18, 2006
Which Nobel Laureate was also a voice on The Simpsons? The answer is our guest Dudley Herschbach, who joined us to talk about molecular dynamics and voting systems.
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Cult of iPod -- Berkeley Groks 2006-01-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 11, 2006
The iPod is certainly an iCon, but a cult? On this episode, Leadner Kahney discussed the most popular music player in the world and his new book, The Cult of the iPod.
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Optimal Investing -- Berkeley Groks 2006-01-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 04, 2006
The efficiency of the stock market is a topic of much debate among economists. Yet, a scientific approach to betting effectively may maximize returns in an imperfect market. On this program, William Poundstone discussed the Kelly Formula for optimal investing.
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Global Warnings -- Berkeley Groks 2005-12-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 28, 2005
Global warming is a larger threat than terrorism, according to our guest Sir David King, science advisor to UK Prime Minister Tony Blair. On this program, he discussed the indicators of this worldwide threat and counters the skeptics of climate change.
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Einstein and Theology -- Berkeley Groks 2005-12-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 21, 2005
Besides his physical theories, Einstein is also well known for his considered pacificsm. With the world year of physics drawing to a close, we explored Einstein and his theology with our guest, John Brinster.
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Nuclear Chemistry -- Berkeley Groks 2005-12-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 14, 2005
Is nuclear chemistry an oxymoron? On this program, Dr. Cynthia Gong described this little-known but important field of science and discussed Deinococcus radioduran, one of the most radiation resistant lifeforms known.
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Internet Society -- Berkeley Groks 2005-12-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 07, 2005
Although the internet is often viewed as a knowledge warehouse, the potential as a social medium is being explored by those interested in social networks. On this program, Jerry Michalski discussed social networks and the future of the internet.
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Nerve Endings -- Berkeley Groks 2005-11-30
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 30, 2005
The brain is composed of millions of neurons that are connected at specialized structures called synapses. The discovery of the synapse by Ramon y Cajal won him the Nobel Prize, but not without a contentious debate from another Nobel laureate, Camillo Golgi. On this program, Dr. Richard Rapport discussed the discovery of the nerve endings.
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Hurricane Prediction -- Berkeley Groks 2005-11-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 23, 2005
Weather forecasting may not be an exact science, but resources for encountering extreme weather changes have been around a long time. On this episode, Professor Garrison Sposito discussed the conditions leading to the recent hurricanes in North America and the government response.
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Einstein and his miraculous year -- Berkeley Groks 2005-11-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 16, 2005
In the year 1905, Albert Einstein published five papers that changed the face of modern physics and led to two Nobel Prizes, including one for Einstein himself. On this program, Prof. John Stachel discussed Einstein and the importance of each of these papers.
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Berkeley Science Review -- Berkeley Groks 2005-11-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 09, 2005
The Berkeley Science Review publishes articles on the complete range of science and engineering activity occuring on the U.C. Berkeley campus. On this episode, Charlie Emrich and Jess Porter, editors at the BSR, discussed science journalism.
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Forensic Science -- Berkeley Groks 2005-11-02
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 02, 2005
Solving a murder often requires analysis from forensic scientists. On this program, Dr. Frederick Zugibe, the former Chief Medical Examiner of Rockland County, discussed the techniques of forensic science.
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Condensed Matter Physics -- Berkeley Groks 2005-10-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 26, 2005
Condensed matter physics deals with the interactions of matter at microscopic scales. On this program, Nobel laureate, Prof. Douglas Osheroff, discussed condensed matter physics.
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Cosmological History -- Berkeley Groks 2005-10-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 19, 2005
Cosmological views of the universe have evolved from ideas as simple as a flat earth to current notions that accede the possibilty of multiple universes. On this program, Prof. David Park discussed the history of cosmology.
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Urban Sustainability -- Berkeley Groks 2005-10-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 12, 2005
Current trends in urbanization are unsustainable with current practices. Randy Hayes, Oakland Sustainability Director, discussed his efforts at rainforest protection and urban sustainability.
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Nobel Prizes 2005 -- Berkeley Groks 2005-10-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 05, 2005
The Nobel Prizes 2005. Professor Barney Grubbs discussed his father winning the Chemistry Prize. Professor Yuen-Ron Shen discussed the Physics Prize. And, Mary Miller joined us to to talk about the Nobel Prize Exhibit on display at the Exploratorium.
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Creative Science -- Berkeley Groks 2005-09-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 28, 2005
Creativity often requires venturing into the unknown. Nobel Prize winner Martin Pearl gives advice for up and coming scientists and thinkers. Terry Hazen also joined us to talk about pathogen detecting technology.
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Nanotechnology -- Berkeley Groks 2005-09-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 21, 2005
Nanotechnology innovations have the potential to revolutionize daily living. But, separating the science from the science fiction is a challenge both for scientists and investors. On this program, Dr. Matthew Laudon and Darrell Brookstein discussed the promise of nanotechnology.
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Permaculture -- Berkeley Groks 2005-09-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 14, 2005
Nature has evolved without an electrical power grid, but can humans learn to live without one as well? Todd Jersey, architect and designer, joined us to talk about permaculture.
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Exploration at NASA -- Berkeley Groks 2005-09-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 07, 2005
Despite the setbacks with the space shuttle, NASA is continuing to expand its missions in other ways. On this program, George Larson, editor of Air and Space Smithsonian magazine, discussed the recent developments at NASA.
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Photovoltaic Houses -- Berkeley Groks 2005-08-31
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 31, 2005
Subsidies have a mixed history of success. But with the California Solar Roofs bill SB1 currently under debate in the California State Assembly, there are expectations that this government initiative will make photovoltaic technology affordable for everyone. Jesse Quay from Sun Light and Power explains the economics and technology behind solar photovoltaic panels.
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Heavenly Intrigue -- Berkeley Groks 2005-08-24
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 24, 2005
The physical laws governing planetary motion were first defined by Johannes Kepler using the data of Tyco Brahe. On this program, Joshua and Anne-Lee Gilder discussed this discovery and the controversy surrounding it.
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Obsessive Genius -- Berkeley Groks 2005-08-17
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 17, 2005
What does it take to be a genius? Barbara Goldsmith joins us to explore the world of Marie Curie in her book Obsessive Genius.
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Exploring the Deep Sea Abyss -- Berkeley Groks 2005-08-10
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 10, 2005
Deep sea exploration was pioneered by two men, William Beebe and Otis Barton. The remarkable story of their adventure into the deep sea abyss was discussed on this program with Brad Matsen.
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Worst Science -- Berkeley Groks 2005-08-03
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 03, 2005
While science often strives to reveal the best elements of nature, it often can reveal the worst. On this program, Mark Frauenfelder discussed some of the worst science.
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SpaceShipOne and the Ansari X-Prize -- Berkeley Groks 2005-07-27
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 27, 2005
While the recent shuttle launch marks a momentary return for NASA to manned space flight, private enterprise is not far behind. The world altitude record was broken by Burt Rutan and SpaceShipOne, claiming the Ansari X-Prize. On this program, Brian Binnie, the pilot, discussed breaking the world altitude record.
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The Feynman Letters -- Berkeley Groks 2005-07-20
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 20, 2005
It takes a very special person to be a fine man. The bar is set by none other than the physicist Richard P. Feynman. On this program, his daughter Michelle Feynman talks about the life of her father and her recent book The Feynman Letters: Perfectly Reasonable Deviations from the Beaten Track.
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Saving Wine from Destruction -- Berkeley Groks 2005-07-13
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 13, 2005
Vineyards across Europe were nearly destroyed in the late 1800s by a pestilent aphid known as Phylloxera vastatrix. The scientific quest to discover a remedy and save wine for the world was discussed on this program with Mr. Christy Campbell
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Quotable Einstein -- Berkeley Groks 2005-07-06
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 06, 2005
Albert Einstein was not only known for pushing the boundaries of science, he is also remembered for his insights into humanity, love, and pacifism. On this program, Ms. Alice Caliprice discussed The New Quotable Einstein.
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Stem Cell Research in Scotland -- Berkeley Groks 2005-06-29
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 29, 2005
Stem cell research is an international endeavor, and one country leading the way is Scotland. On this program, Dr. Ken Snowden discussed Scotland biotechnology innovations.
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Solar Energy Initiatives -- Berkeley Groks 2005-06-22
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 22, 2005
While solar energy may be one of the most viable forms of renewable energy, it has not yet reached the level of affordability for most consumers. On this program, Monique Sullivan discussed this issue and the million home solar energy initiative.
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Computers and the 60s Counterculture -- Berkeley Groks 2005-06-15
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 15, 2005
The history of the personal computer has strong roots in the societal changes that occurred during the 1960s. On this program, Prof. John Markoff discussed the 60s counterculture and the personal computing revolution.
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Sino-Japanese Internet Relations -- Berkeley Groks 2005-06-08
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 08, 2005
The 21st century is regarded by many as the Pacific Century. But, the emergence of China as a superpower offers opportunities and risks. In this roundtable, Takesato Watanabe, Adam Gamble, Scott Savitt, and Richard Kiwata discusses Japan-China relations, their respective media, and the power of the internet to transform their relationship.
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Biological Enhancement -- Berkeley Groks 2005-06-01
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 01, 2005
Breakthroughs in biomedical research will soon allow us to live longer, grow stronger, and think smarter. But, will these advances come at a price? On this program, Ramez Naam discussed the promise of biological enhancement..
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Why Birds Sing -- Berkeley Groks 2005-05-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 25, 2005
Why do birds sing? The scientific exploration of bird song has uncovered many underlying biological mechanisms, and the aesthetic beauty of their music continues to fascinate scientists and musicians alike. On this program, Prof. David Rothenberg discussed why birds sing.
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Corporate Corruption of Higher Education -- Berkeley Groks 2005-05-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 18, 2005
Research at public universities is increasingly being driven by profit motives that undermine academic integrity and limit the free expression of ideas. What does this shift mean for higher education? On this program, Jennifer Washburn discussed the corporate corruption of higher education.
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Experimental Particle Physics -- Berkeley Groks 2005-05-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 11, 2005
Fundamental particle physics is replete with novel theories that are merely academic until experimentally verified by high energy particle colliders. On this program, Prof. Michael Peskin from the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center discussed these experimental techniques.
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Science in Fiction -- Berkeley Groks 2005-05-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 04, 2005
Scientists draw their inspiration from many sources, and a common one is science fiction. On this program, Prof. Gregory Benford, physicist and SF novelist, discussed science fiction writing and its influence on scientific inquiry.
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Online Investing Hacks -- Berkeley Groks 2005-04-27
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 27, 2005
The stock market may often seem impenetrable to personal investing, but advances in internet trading have vastly simplified many complex transactions. On this program, Bonnie Biafore discusses online investing hacks.
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Commercial-Free Childhood -- Berkeley Groks 2005-04-20
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 20, 2005
Commercials pervade modern society. While most of us may feel immune to their influence, they still can powerfully influence behavior, especially in children. On this program, Dr. Susan Linn from Harvard University discussed creating a commercial free childhood.
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The Big Bang -- Berkeley Groks 2005-04-13
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 13, 2005
How did the univere begin? How will it end? The answers to these questions have remained elusive, but for the first time in human history, there is hope that these mysteries of the universe can be uncovered. Noted author and particle physicist Simon Singh discusses these ageless questions.
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Graphical Discovery -- Berkeley Groks 2005-04-06
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 06, 2005
In this information age, presenting data simply and effectively is essential for comunicating ideas. Yet, the graphical display of data is a relatively recent innovation, as discussed on this program with Prof. Howard Wainer.
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Nitric Oxide -- Berkeley Groks 2005-03-30
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 30, 2005
While nitric oxide may be infamously known for mediating erections, its role in the health of the heart has not been widely publicized. On this show, Nobel Laureate, Louis Ignarro, discussed these effects of nitric oxide.
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Value Economics -- Berkeley Groks 2005-03-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 23, 2005
2:38 PST,
Economic models typically consider market activities as solely determined by monetary motives, but a true examination of economic forces must consider human values as drivers of market decisions. On this program, Nobel laureate Prof. Amartya Sen discussed value economics.
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Twister Theory -- Berkeley Groks 2005-03-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 16, 2005
While superstring theory dominates the landscape of unified field theories, alternative theories exist, such as twister theory. On this program, Sir Roger Penrose joined us to discuss the structure of the universe and quantum consciousness.
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Heart Healthy Diet -- Berkeley Groks 2005-03-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 09, 2005
Heart disease is currently the number one killer of women, but few know about this risk to their health. On this program, Dr. Arthur Agatston, author of the South Beach Diet, discussed preventing heart disease.
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String Theory -- Berkeley Groks 2005-03-02
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 02, 2005
Physicists are constantly searching for elegant theories that describe the universe. One such theory, string theory, has the potential to unify the disparate theories of quantum mechanics and general relativity.
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Biodiesel -- Berkeley Groks 2005-02-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 23, 2005
The City of Berkeley has consistently been at the forefront of the environmental movement. David Williamson, director of the curbside recycling program in Berkeley, talks about converting their fleet to biodiesel.
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Seismographic Monitoring -- Berkeley Groks 2005-02-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 16, 2005
While nothing can undo the devastation caused by the recent tsunami disaster in southeast asia, improvements in global monitoring of seismic activity may lessen the effects of future events. On this program, Prof. Jeffrey Park discussed seismographic monitoring.
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Astrobiology -- Berkeley Groks 2005-02-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 09, 2005
Recent discoveries from the Mars and Titan landings have rekindled interest in the possibility of extraterrestrial life. On this program, Prof. David Grinspoon discussed these findings, astrobiology, and his book, Lonely Planets.
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Politics of Global Warming -- Berkeley Groks 2005-02-02
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 02, 2005
Global warming is a scientific issue that is particularly sensitive to the political climate. On this program, Prof. Patrick J. Michaels from the University of Virginia discussed the politics of global warming.
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Surviving at the Extremes -- Berkeley Groks 2005-01-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 26, 2005
The human body is best suited for survival in a limited range of environments, yet when stretched to its limits can exist in a wide range of extreme situations. On this program, global explorer and physician, Dr. Kenneth Kammler discussed surviving at the extremes.
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Lactoferrin and Applescript -- Berkeley Groks 2005-01-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 19, 2005
Milk does a body good, in more ways than one. On this program, we discussed the benefits of lactoferrin with Dr. Itsumori Harada. In addition, Adam Goldstein discussed the secrets of Applescript.
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New Year Fitness -- Berkeley Groks 2005-01-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 12, 2005
New year resolutions will come and go, but with the right motivation they can be fully realized. On this program, former Heavyweight Boxing Champion, George Foreman, discussed how to meet fitness goals.
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The Computing Revolution -- Berkeley Groks 2005-01-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 05, 2005
The personal computing revolution is a relatively recent historical event, but one that is already open to historical interpretation. On this program, Andy Hertzfeld discussed his insider look at the creation of the Macintosh, as portrayed in his book, Revolution in the Valley.
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Science Year in Review -- Berkeley Groks 2004-12-29
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 29, 2004
The 2004 year in science led to developments ranging from private space flight to cloned cats. On this program, we recapped the year in science with Popular Science editor, Suzanne Kantra.
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Robotics and Theology -- Berkeley Groks 2004-12-22
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 22, 2004
Robotics and theology may seem to be incompatible disciplines, but robots may be more a reflection of our humanity than our technological prowess. On this program, Prof. Anne Foerst discussed her book, God in the Machine: What Robots Teach Us About Humanity and God.
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Weather Prediction -- Berkeley Groks 2004-12-15
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 15, 2004
Weather prediction can be notoriously unreliable. But, one publication has been doing it with 80% accuracy since 1792. The Old Farmers Almanac.
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Cult of Mac -- Berkeley Groks 2004-12-08
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 08, 2004
The expressive fervor of cultish beliefs can take many forms, especially when the object of such devotion is the Macintosh computer. On this program, we examined the Cult of Mac, with Wired Magzine editor Leander Kahney.
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Healthy Chocolate and Blackjack -- Berkeley Groks 2004-12-01
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 01, 2004
While the holiday season offers many temptations for ruining an otherwise healthy diet, chocolate may be a gulity pleasure with unexpected health benefits. Also on this program, we discussed the secret to beating the casino at Blackjack.
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Laser Development -- Berkeley Groks 2004-11-24
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 24, 2004
Lasers have multiple applications, from simple pointing devices to guiding missiles. On this program, Nobel Laureate Prof. Charles Townes discussed the development of the laser.
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Stress on Campus -- Berkeley Groks 2004-11-17
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 17, 2004
Campus life is full of stress, which is a normal part of academic life. Coping with these challenges can often lead to depression. On this program, we explored dealing with depression on campus.
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Plate Tectonics -- Berkeley Groks 2004-11-10
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 10, 2004
The theory of plate tectonics describes many geological phenomenon. However, to accurately predict the interactions at plate boundaries which could result in earthquakes requires a more refined model, which was discussed on this program with Prof. Jean-Phillipe Avouac.
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Spam Kings -- Berkeley Groks 2004-11-03
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 03, 2004
The proliferation of spam e-mail peddling everything from home mortgages to male enhancement may cause one to wonder, Who writes this stuff? On this program, Brian McWilliams profiles some of these spam peddlers as portrayed in his book, Spam Kings.
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Stem Cell Funding -- Berkeley Groks 2004-10-27
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 27, 2004
Stem cell research promises to develop cures for a variety of ailments, but the current government restrictions on this research has forced investigators to improvise their methods. As a result, California voters have proposed a bond measure to fund this research.
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Hydrogen Fuel Systems -- Berkeley Groks 2004-10-20
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 20, 2004
With the growing scarcity of fossil fuels, alternative energy sources are actively being investigated. Currently, hydrogen based fuel systems have been heralded in the press as being the solution. But beyond the hype, the hydrogen economy faces critical challenges.
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Flu Vaccine -- Berkeley Groks 2004-10-13
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 13, 2004
Each year over 100 million flu shots are administered, but the recent announcement that this year the supply will be cut in half will complicate matters. On this program, we examined the upcoming flu vaccine shortage.
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The Nobel Prizes 2004 -- Berkeley Groks 2004-10-06
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 06, 2004
Special coverage of the 2004 Nobel Prize Awards in Medicine or Physiology, Physics, and Chemistry.
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Just a Geek -- Berkeley Groks 2004-09-29
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 29, 2004
Astronomers are interested in the fate of stars, but what happens to stars of the Holywood variety? On this program, Wil Wheaton talks about blogging, life after Star Trek, and his book, Just a Geek.
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Consciousness Theory -- Berkeley Groks 2004-09-22
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 22, 2004
The neural mechanisms responsible for generating conscious states are slowly being revealed through scientific inquiry. On this program, Prof. Gerald Edelman joined us to discuss the scientific exploration of consciousness.
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Radio Astronomy -- Berkeley Groks 2004-09-15
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 15, 2004
Although visible telescope have shed new light on celestial objects, radio astronomy has pushed the boundaries even farther. On this program, Prof. Jack Welch discussed radio astronomy and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.
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Efficient Energy -- Berkeley Groks 2004-09-08
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 08, 2004
With currently diminishing energy resources, the search for alternative energy sources is of prime importance. But, often lost in the debate is the role of efficient energy use. Steve Nadel talks about energy efficiency in America.
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Asymmetric Catalysis -- Berkeley Groks 2004-09-01
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 01, 2004
The asymmetric structure of biologically active molecules has confounded those interested in replicating their structures. However, novel chemical methods are being developed to attack this synthetic problem, as revealed on this episode.
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Search Engines -- Berkeley Groks 2004-08-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 25, 2004
The hype surrounding the Google IPO may have overshadowed the vast number of competing search engines. On this program, we talked with Kathy Rittweger, cofounder of one such search engine called Blinkx.
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Internet Travel Tips -- Berkeley Groks 2004-08-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 18, 2004
Traveling in the age of the internet can be perilous, but also profitable if you know your way around. On this program, we uncovered the best internet travel options for the frugal traveler.
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Gamma Ray Bursts -- Berkeley Groks 2004-08-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 11, 2004
Gamma ray bursts occur following massive stellar events, but their presence still remains enigmatic. On this program, we examined the astrophysics behind these intriguing signals.
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Earthquake Prediction -- Berkeley Groks 2004-08-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 04, 2004
Predicting earthquakes is of prime importance to urban regions situated near fault zones. The science behind these methods was explored with the recent recipient of the prestigious Japan Academy Prize, Prof. Hiroo Kanamori.
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Electronic Junk Mail -- Berkeley Groks 2004-07-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 28, 2004
While electronic mail has revolutionized global communication, its ubiquity is not without a cost. Spam. How does one deal with the ever growing amounts of electronic junk mail. On this program, we featured one innovative approach.
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Science Fiction Films -- Berkeley Groks 2004-07-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 21, 2004
Science fiction films provide a unique forum for showcasing our hopes, fears, and dreams. But, to what degree does science matter in science fiction? We probed this issue on this weeks episode with Gregg Rickmann, editor of the Science Fiction Film Reader.
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Big Media and Journalism -- Berkeley Groks 2004-07-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 14, 2004
Legendary journalist, Bill Moyers, joined us to discuss some current issues of big media and journalism.
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Emotional Design -- Berkeley Groks 2004-07-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 07, 2004
Technological gadgets promise to ease the burden of every day living, but often prove more trouble than they are worth. On this week's program, we explored making technology more fun and user-friendly with Prof. Donald Norman from Northwestern University.
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Egyptology -- Berkeley Groks 2004-06-30
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 30, 2004
Egypt continues to intrigue archaeologists with its seemingly endless supply of artifacts. Many recent findings are shedding new light on this ancient society. We discussed this issue with Mark Rose, editor of Archaeology magazine.
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Marijuana Legalization -- Berkeley Groks 2004-06-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 23, 2004
The effort to legalize marijuana remains a major issue in society. The relative merits and disadvantages of such a policy were discussed on this program.
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Robert Oppenheimer -- Berkeley Groks 2004-06-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 16, 2004
Robert Oppenheimer is perhaps best known as the lead scientist on the Manhattan Project to develop the atom bomb. But, the personal aspects of this important individual have remained untold. We explored these stories with Prof. Jeremy Bernstein, author of Oppenheimer: Portrait of an enigma.
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Riemann Hypothesis -- Berkeley Groks 2004-06-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 09, 2004
The Riemann Hypothesis has been proclaimed as the greatest unsolved problem in mathematics, having remained unsolved for over a century. The person who solves it can claim a million dollar prize from the American Institute of Mathematics. We discussed this hypothesis with John Derbyshire, author of Prime Obsession.
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Creative Commons -- Berkeley Groks 2004-05-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 26, 2004
Communicating ideas to a mass audience is quickly becoming democratized by the internet. However, transmitting these ideas effectively may determine the voices that are heard and those that are ignored. On this show, we discussed the creative commons with Prof. Lawrence Lessig of Stanford University.
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Bohr and Einstein -- Berkeley Groks 2004-05-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 19, 2004
During the quantum revolution, the views of the physical universe at the atomic scale were changing rapidly. During this tumultuous time, two physicists, Neils Bohr and Albert Einstein, struggled over this rapidly changing landscape. On this show Edmond Blair Bolles discussed his book, Einstein Defiant: Genius vs. genius in the quantum revolution.
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Electronic Commerce -- Berkeley Groks 2004-05-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 12, 2004
Electronic commerce is rapidly replacing traditional avenues for retail sales. However, the full potential of this technology has yet to be fully realized. On this program, we discussed the organizational aspects of e-commerce with Dr. Mehdi Khosrow-Pour.
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EPA Energy Efficiency -- Berkeley Groks 2004-05-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, May 05, 2004
The growing limitation on energy resources does not necessitate an increase in energy production. An increase in efficiency may resolve many of these difficulties. On this program, the former director of the EPA, Dr. John Hoffman, discussed efficient energy use.
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Genes and Behavior -- Berkeley Groks 2004-04-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 28, 2004
While most would readily accept that the brain controls behavior, few would acknowledge the role that genes play in shaping our actions. On this program, we investigated the link between genes and behavior with Prof. Gary Marcus from NYU.
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Brains and Beauty -- Berkeley Groks 2004-04-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 21, 2004
Although beauty may appear to be an abstract concept, our sense of beauty may have firm biological underpinnings in the normal operations of our visual system. We discussed this issue with Prof. Shinsuke Shimojo from Caltech.
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Sociobiology -- Berkeley Groks 2004-04-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 14, 2004
The field of sociobiology attempts to attribute many behaviors to evolutionary causes. But, the justification for these attempts is often tenuous at best. On this program, we discussed sociobiology and models of human behavior with Dr. Richard C. Francis, author of Why Men Won't Ask for Directions: The Seductions of Sociobiology.
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HIV Evolution -- Berkeley Groks 2004-04-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Apr 07, 2004
HIV is a pernicious blight on modern society, but one that may have an interesting evolutionary history. On this program, we discussed mathematical models of HIV infection with Prof. Montgomery Slatkin of U.C. Berkeley.
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Social Networks -- Berkeley Groks 2004-03-31
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 31, 2004
Social networks have been popularized by the play, Six Degrees of Separation. But, predicting the behavior of these networks in reality proves to be quite challenging. We explored this issue with Prof. Duncan Watts from Columbia University.
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Science Literacy -- Berkeley Groks 2004-03-24
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 24, 2004
Everyday events are readily explained within a scientific framework, yet science literacy is still quite low. On this program, Curt Suplee discussed everyday science education.
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Investigating Consciousness -- Berkeley Groks 2004-03-17
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 17, 2004
Consciousness remains one of the frontiers of modern science; however, innovative methodologies may soon reveal an understanding of how the brain gives rise to conscious experience. We discussed this issue with Prof. Christof Koch from Caltech.
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The Hubbert Peak -- Berkeley Groks 2004-03-10
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 10, 2004
The Hubbert peak defines the point of no return as far as fossil fuels are concerned. Have we reached this point? And, how do we create a sustainable energy future. We explored this issue with Prof. David Goodstein, Vice Provost of Caltech.
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Human-Machine Interface -- Berkeley Groks 2004-03-03
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Mar 03, 2004
The Macintosh computer recently celebrated its twentieth anniversary, but the history of this computer goes back a little further. On the program, Jef Raskin, creator of the Apple Macinotsh, discussed the human-machine interface.
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Cooling Atoms -- Berkeley Groks 2004-02-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 25, 2004
Studying atoms can be quite challenging, due in large part to their rapid velocities. However, novel methods for cooling atoms using lasers have revolutionized the field of condensed matter physics. We discussed this issue with Nobel Laureate, Prof. Stephen Chu
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Data Backup -- Berkeley Groks 2004-02-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 18, 2004
Electronic storage devices have become ubiquitous in daily life and hold most of our essential information. But, few people backup their data until it is too late. On this show, we explored novel methods of data backup.
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Environmental Policy -- Berkeley Groks 2004-02-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 11, 2004
The problems facing the earth's environment will rely on scientific solutions from numerous disciplines. Integrating these solutions with political resources remains a major challenge for the future, and was the focus of this discussion with Nobel Laureate, Prof. Y.T. Lee.
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Top Technological Innovations -- Berkeley Groks 2004-02-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Feb 04, 2004
Each year, popular science magazine unveils the top 100 technological innovations for the previous year. What items made this list for 2003? A few surprises to be sure as revealed on this week's episode.
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History of the Brain -- Berkeley Groks 2004-01-28
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 28, 2004
The role of the brain in controlling behavior is almost taken for granted, but the development of this idea may owe its existence to one seventeenth-century scientist, Dr. Thomas Willis.
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Tech Support -- Berkeley Groks 2004-01-21
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 21, 2004
Technological innovations continue to puzzle and confound even the most savvy technophiles. But, figuring out how to use these modern marvels can often be half the fun, as we discussed with our guest, Gregg Steben.
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Mission to Mars -- Berkeley Groks 2004-01-14
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 14, 2004
The recent landing of the Mars Explorer rover has renewed interest in the red planet. On this program, we talked with Andrew Mishkin, a senior systems at NASA, about the status of past, present, and future missions to Mars.
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Bioecology -- Berkeley Groks 2004-01-07
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jan 07, 2004
Preserving the environment requires an interdisciplinary approach, especially in terms of maintaining biological diversity. On this program, we explored issues in bioecology with our guest, Prof. Shepley Chen.
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Robotics Competition -- Berkeley Groks 2003-12-31
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 31, 2003
Robotics is a field that continues to inspire both professional and amateur scientists. Fortunately, robotics competitions provide the perfect venue for exploring these interests. Contestants from such a competition held at Fort Mason Center chatted with us about their inventions.
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Alternative Energy -- Berkeley Groks 2003-12-24
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 24, 2003
As oil resources begin to dwindle, the search for alternative energy sources is already yielding promising results. However, the application of these various alternatives will rely strongly on the regions where they are implemented. These economic and environmental factors were discussed on this episode with Prof. Toshihiko Nakata.
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Mind and Body Health -- Berkeley Groks 2003-12-17
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 17, 2003
The health of our bodies is often determined by our mental state. The physical relation between these two is now being investigated with modern methods. On this program, we explored the mind/body relationship with Dr. Gabor Mate.
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Dreams -- Berkeley Groks 2003-12-10
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 10, 2003
We spend roughly a third of our lives sleeping, and much of that time dreaming. But, the scientific nature and meaning of dreams remains elusive, and was the focus of this discussion with Dr. Veronica Tonay.
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International Energy Policy -- Berkeley Groks 2003-12-03
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Dec 03, 2003
Establishing adequate policies for maintaining the environment remains a profound challenge requiring international cooperation. On this program, we explored this multi-faceted issue with Dr. Masaka Yamabi.
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Ig-Nobel Prizes 2003 -- Berkeley Groks 2003-11-26
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 26, 2003
The Ig-Nobel Prizes are awarded every year to research that first makes you laugh, then makes you think. The founder of these unique awards, Dr. Marc Abrahams, joined us to discuss these awards.
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Archaeological Misconceptions -- Berkeley Groks 2003-11-19
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 19, 2003
Archaeological misconceptions are common, and have been promulgated by movies. Actual archaeological expeditions require more intensive work. On this program, we debunked many of these myths with our guest Eric Powell, editor of Archeology magazine.
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Westinghouse Science Competition -- Berkeley Groks 2003-11-12
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 12, 2003
The Siemens Westinghouse competition brings high school students together to compete in scientific research projects. The winners receive large scholarships and recognition. We talked with participants and organizers about this unique event.
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The Biniki -- Berkeley Groks 2003-11-05
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Nov 05, 2003
Gravitational effects on the human body are especially prevalent on the gluteus maximus. Countering these effects is a unique device called the Biniki. On this show, we examined this unique everyday invention.
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Sexual Evolution of Intelligence -- Berkeley Groks 2003-10-29
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 29, 2003
How did human intelligence evolve? On this program, Dr. Leonard Shlain discussed how female sexuality may have played a key role in this process.
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Technology and War -- Berkeley Groks 2003-10-22
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 22, 2003
Technology has dramatically altered the methods of modern warfare. Nowhere is this more evident than in the recent engagement in Iraq. On this program, we examined the effects of many of these technologies.
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A New Kind of Science -- Berkeley Groks 2003-10-15
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 15, 2003
The progress of modern science owes much to the formulation of precise mathematical models of simple natural events. But, how do we accurately describe complex phenomena? On this program, Dr. Stephen Wolfram discussed intrinsic complexity in nature.
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Nobel Prizes 2003 -- Berkeley Groks 2003-10-08
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Oct 08, 2003
The Nobel Prizes were awarded again this year, and with it some controversies. On this program, we discussed the recent prizes in physics, chemistry, and medicine and physiology
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Revolutionary Scientists -- Berkeley Groks 2003-09-24
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 24, 2003
Scientists often do not receive recognition for their work, and toil in relative obscurity. Nevertheless, their discoveries change the world. This show profiled ten scientists conducting such revolutionary work.
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Managing Heartburn -- Berkeley Groks 2003-09-17
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 17, 2003
For many, heartburn is a constant source of irritation that must be endured daily. However, new treatments are available. We looked at some of these new approaches to managing heartburn with Dr. Paulo Pacheco.
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Hacking the Xbox -- Berkeley Groks 2003-09-10
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 10, 2003
The Xbox is a popular gaming console that when reduced to its bare elements is simply a graphics-enabled PC. This show featured a discussion with Andrew Huang of the technical and legal aspects to reverse engineering the Xbox.
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Pilates -- Berkeley Groks 2003-09-03
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Sep 03, 2003
Personal fitness is a major concern for many overweight Americans. This show profiled one fitness method called pilates. In addition, California gubernatorial candidate, Mary Carey shared her views on technology policy.
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Private Space Travel -- Berkeley Groks 2003-08-27
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 27, 2003
Space travel was once the sole domain of large government agencies, but is now becoming available for private citizens. On this program, we discussed space travel for the general public with Eric Anderson, CEO of Space Adventures.
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Film Editing Techniques -- Berkeley Groks 2003-08-20
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 20, 2003
Film editing has become remarkably easy with the use of computer aided tools. However, the aesthetics of film editing are not so readily automated. On this show, Michael Rubin discussed techniques for computer film editing.
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Animal Intelligence -- Berkeley Groks 2003-08-13
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 13, 2003
What is intelligence? Do animals possess some form of it, or are humans unique? On this show, we addressed these questions of animal intelligence with Eugene Linden.
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Nanotechnology -- Berkeley Groks 2003-08-06
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Aug 06, 2003
Advances in manipulating materials on the nano-scale is beginning to yield promising results. The current state of the field was discussed on this show with William Atkinson.
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Renewable Energy -- Berkeley Groks 2003-07-23
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 23, 2003
Fossil fuels are a problematic energy source. They are bad for the environment and are non-renewable. Developing the resources and infrastructure for renewable energy sources is a major goal of the next century. On this program, we explored such renewable energy sources with Prof. Daniel M. Kammen.
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Shakespeare and the Brain -- Berkeley Groks 2003-07-16
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 16, 2003
Shakespearean insights into the human condition also reflect fundamental operating processes of the human brain. On this show, Prof. Paul Matthews discussed the link between Shakespeare and modern neuroscience.
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Psychology of Therese Raquin -- Berkeley Groks 2003-07-09
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 09, 2003
Before Sigmund Freud revealed his insights of human psychology, thrillers such as Therese Raquin were already exploring this issue. On this show, we took a closer look at this novel work.
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Genetically-Engineered Soldiers -- Berkeley Groks 2003-07-02
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jul 02, 2003
What if the military were designing genetically-engineered animals to serve as soldiers? That's the premise of a new novel by Stephen J. Cannell, based on current scientific technology. On this show, we explored the implications of such a development with the author.
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The Life of Richard Feynman -- Berkeley Groks 2003-06-25
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 25, 2003
Richard Feynman, one of the best known physicists of our time, is known not only for his scientific work, but also for his unique personality. This show examined the very human side of this very extraordinary man.
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Proof -- Berkeley Groks 2003-06-18
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 18, 2003
In the rarified circles of mathematical research, understanding theorems often precedes cultivating human relations. On this program, actors from Proof, the prize winning play, explored this issue in depth.
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Hubble Telescope -- Berkeley Groks 2003-06-11
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 11, 2003
Astronomers are continuing to examine the early universe by exploring results from the Hubble telescope and other surveys. Time magazine science writer, Michael Lemonick, shared with us the most recent findings.
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Special Effects in the Matrix -- Berkeley Groks 2003-06-04
Charles Lee and Frank Ling
Wed, Jun 04, 2003
The Matrix movies are well known for their innovative special effects. On this program, Dr. Paul Debevec discussed many of the special effects that he helped create for these films.
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