Metal in Microwaves
If metal isn’t supposed to go in microwave ovens, why do some of them have metal racks?
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3-D Underwater Microscope
Scientists are testing a new 3-D underwater microscope to study tiny marine predators.
Harmonica Colds
A listener asks if he can reinfect himself with the same cold.
Grapefruit & Medication
Grapefruit can interact in potentially dangerous ways with a variety of prescription medications.
Gluten-Free Foods
Gluten-free diets are all the rage, but only a small portion of the population is truly sensitive to …
Glowing Slime
Glowing blue slime from the sea could be useful in biomedical research.
Million Orchid Project
Scientists are bringing orchids back to Miami’s trees.
Algae Biofuel Breakthrough
Scientists have overcome a major challenge in the commercial production of biofuel.
Squirrel Hoarding
A listener inquires about the lengths squirrels will go to to hide their nuts.
Schizophrenia & Brain Maturation
Some mental illnesses, like schizophrenia, seem to involve overzealous brain maturation.
L.A. Insects
A massive three-year project will document the insect population of Los Angeles.
Mice & Autism
A common drug reverses social deficits and repetitive behaviors in mice with autism-like symptoms.