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INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: The origin of our belief systems may have strong biological underpinnings. On this program, Prof. Andrew Newberg discussed the biology of our beliefs.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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.
INTERVIEW DESCRIPTION: 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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