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“I don’t want to do math, I’m not in school!†The classic complaint that demonstrates our confusion.
Grad school: A day in the life
#510 Gene Drives (Rebroadcast)
This week on Science for the People: who is driving this genetic bus? We'll talk with Kevin Esvelt about gene drives, what they are, where they come from what they can be used for, and why the science on gene drives should be done as openly as possible. Then, we'll speak with Laurie Zoloth about the ethical questions surrounding their use, why people are so afraid, and who should be making the decision to use…
Guessing-Game
I understand that we can’t know the questions ahead of time, but it’s also pretty annoying to spend a solid chunk of time studying, only to realize that you wasted your time on the wrong material.
Home Testing for Diabetes Might be Unnecessary For Many
Many people with diabetes check their blood sugar at home. It seems like a good idea. But it costs a lot of money. The machines are usually given away for free but the testing strips can cost $1 each. But here's the rub. It may not actually provide any benefit unless you take insulin or certain types of medications, which most patients don't anymore. You can read the full article at the Montreal Gazette site…
Completionist
I think we might sometimes take this a little too far, but at least we’re sure dark matter isn’t made out of discarded class notes!
Not So Special
#509 Anisogamy: The Beginning of Male and Female
This week we discuss how the sperm and egg came to be, and how a difference of reproductive interest has led to sexual conflict in bed bugs. We'll be speaking with Dr. Geoff Parker, an evolutionary biologist credited with developing a theory to explain the evolution of two sexes, about anisogamy, sexual reproduction through the fusion of two different gametes: the egg and the sperm. Then we'll speak with Dr. Roberto Pereira, research scientist in…
Copied Solutions
“Can you give us complete solutions next time, Professor?†“Ah no, I have to make you work for them!â€
