Special Editions
Probing the weird, wacky and spectacular, the Naked Scientists Special Editions are special one-off scientific reports, investigations and interviews on cutting-edge topics by the Naked Scientists team.
ELife Episode 6: Bacteria and Rheumatoid Arthritis
In this episode of the eLife podcast we discuss doing protein crystallography with electrons, the di…
#genes2shape: Asymmetry... in snails
Recorded at the 2013 Genetics Society Autumn Meeting 'From Genes to Shape', Simon Bishop meets Harr…
From obesity to drought tolerance
Recorded at the 2013 Genetics Society Autumn Meeting 'From Genes to Shape', Simon Bishop meets Marco…
Afghanistan on the brain
The mental scars left after trauma and how ecstasy can help treat post traumatic stress disorder (PT…
A weather forecast, for the dinosaurs
Could plankton hold the key to understanding ancient climate conditions? New research suggests ocean…
Bodyguard drugs and TB
Tuberculosis is a major world problem, but extremely difficult to treat - vaccines are toxic to huma…
ELife Episode 5: Human Sperm, Gut Bugs and Decomposition
In this issue of the eLife podcast we discuss how chimpanzees use conceptual metaphors, the hyperact…
Packing plants with eco energy
Super energy-rich biofuels could soon be possible because of new research, dramatically reducing the…
How important are the microorganisms all around us?
Dr. Jack Gilbert explains some of the surprising effects that microorganisms can have on our lives…
Diagnosing Emerging Disorders
How do you look for the cause of a brand new medical problem? Simon Bishop speaks to Professor David…
Stopping HIV Spread
HIV attacks the immune system, invading one type of cell called a CD4 lymphocyte. The virus encourag…
Red-tailed Black Cockatoo Conservation
One of Perth, Western Australia's best-loved and most striking birds - the red-tailed black cockato…
ELife Episode 4: Undead Cells
In this issue of the eLife podcast we discuss how flatworms can grow new heads and tails, how photos…
The Science of Spin Bowling
Today marks the first day of the fourth test in the Ashes and while England have already retained the urn, they're hoping that their spin bowlers, including the likes of Monty Panesar can help secure a series win.Dominic Ford wanted to find out the science behind spin bowling so he…
Just a James Bond fantasy?
Diamonds are the new best friends of laser scientists.A new world of lasers is now being created through research which is harnessing the exceptional qualities of diamonds. It will open up new possibilities in the way that lasers can be used in areas such as medicine.Jane Reck from the EPSRC…
The Science of the Working Lunch
We are often encouraged to relax during our lunch break, but research suggests that this can do interesting things to our minds.
Matt Hedman
Enceladus, the tiny Saturnian satellite, regularly issues jets of salty water from its south pole that reaches kilometres in height above the moon's surface. But what drives this process? Gravitational tidal forces caused by an eccentric orbit, it seems. Cornell scientist Matt Hedman has analysed where in the Enceladus orbit…
Exercise away the risk of stroke?
Scientists at the University of South Australia have shown that regular exercise can dramatically reduce your risk of having a stroke in later life. Priya Crosby spoke to first author on the paper, Dr. Michelle McDonnell to find out more.
Cycle Safety
How can you make sure you are safe when you cycle? It might be more difficult that you think to ensure cars spot you…
Brain scans to improve autism diagnosis
Last week, a group at the University of California, Davis, released a paper which highlights the potential for the use of MRI brain scans in the diagnosis of autism in children. Priya Crosby spoke to first author of the paper, Mark Shen, to find out more.