Podcasts about isotopes

Preview for Later Today: Bob Zimmerman. Zimmerman discusses Comet 3I/ATLAS, a 12-billion-year-old interstellar visitor. Its unique isotopes offer scientists a rare look into the early universe's makeup, providing valuable data for galactic archaeology and understanding ancient solar system formation processes.1958

This weekend's Astronomy Daily wraps up the biggest stories from across the cosmos, starting with two completely fresh discoveries — a 1976 ocean rock that's turned out to hold atomic-scale proof of an ancient neutron star collision, and a record-breaking rocket launch from Europe's Ariane 6. Then we wind back through the week for our four biggest headlines: a new crew for Artemis III, JWST's salty 'Pink Planet' discovery, an update on the daring Swift Observatory rescue mission, and China's Tianwen-2 closing in on its target asteroid.   Story 1: A Kilonova's Fingerprint, Found in a 1976 Ocean Rock •       A rock sample dredged from the Pacific seafloor in 1976 has been found to contain a few hundred atoms of plutonium radioisotopes. •       The plutonium originated from a kilonova — a collision between two neutron stars — that occurred over 100 million years ago. •       Stellar debris from the merger settled to Earth and was slowly incorporated into a ferromanganese crust on the ocean floor. •       Isotope ratios provide the strongest physical clues yet to what created the elements and roughly when the merger occurred. •       Study published 18 June 2026.   Story 2: Ariane 6 Smashes Its Own Heaviest-Payload Record •       On 17 June 2026, an Ariane 64 rocket launched 36 Amazon Leo satellites from French Guiana (mission VA269 / LE-03). •       First flight of new P160C solid boosters — about a metre longer than the previous P120C, holding up to 156 tonnes of propellant each. •       Boosters deliver roughly a 10% performance increase, raising Ariane 64's LEO capacity to approximately 22 tonnes. •       The mission broke the 13-year record for heaviest payload ever launched by an Ariane rocket, previously held by the 2013 ATV 'Albert Einstein' resupply flight. •       Eighth Ariane 6 launch overall; 100th Amazon Leo satellite deployed by Arianespace.   Story 3: Artemis III Crew Revealed •       NASA announced the Artemis III crew on 9 June 2026 at Johnson Space Center: Commander Randy Bresnik, Pilot Luca Parmitano (ESA), and Mission Specialists Frank Rubio and Andre Douglas, with Bob Hines as backup. •       The Artemis II crew (Wiseman, Glover, Koch, Hansen) symbolically passed their lunar baton to the new crew. •       Artemis III is a two-week test flight in low Earth orbit to test docking procedures between Orion and commercial landers from SpaceX and Blue Origin. •       Targeted for launch as early as late 2027, ahead of a planned lunar surface landing in 2028. •       Will be Andre Douglas's first spaceflight.   Story 4: JWST Cracks the 'Pink Planet' Mystery •       JWST has confirmed salt clouds in the atmosphere of GJ504b, the 'Pink Planet,' located 57 light-years away. •       First direct evidence of salt clouds on a cold substellar companion object, a phenomenon theorised 15 years ago. •       At approximately 550°F, GJ504b is the coldest companion object ever directly imaged. •       Its true nature remains uncertain — it may be a giant planet or a brown dwarf. •       Research led by a Northwestern University team.   Story 5: The Swift Rescue Mission Heads for the Pacific •       NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory (orbiting since 2004) faces premature reentry due to orbital decay accelerated by recent solar activity. •       Katalyst Space Technologies' LINK robotic servicing spacecraft will attempt to grapple and boost Swift to a safer ~600km orbit. •       LINK launches on a Northrop Grumman Pegasus XL rocket, carried by Stargazer, the last flying Lockheed L-1011 TriStar. •       Stargazer departed NASA Wallops Flight Facility on 18 June 2026, en route to Kwajalein Atoll via California and Hawai'i. •       Launch targeted for 27 June 2026; if successful, it will be the first capture of an unprepared US government satellite by a commercial vehicle.   Story 6: Tianwen-2 Closes In on Kamo'oalewa •       China's Tianwen-2 spacecraft, launched May 2025, completed orbital insertion at near-Earth asteroid Kamo'oalewa on 7 June 2026. •       Amateur radio trackers in Germany detected fine ion-engine course-correction burns between 11–14 June 2026. •       Rendezvous and sample collection are expected around 4 July 2026. •       Kamo'oalewa is a 40–100 metre quasi-satellite of Earth; its origin (possibly a lunar fragment) remains scientifically debated. •       After sample return, Tianwen-2 will travel on to rendezvous with comet 311P/PanSTARRS in 2035.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click HereThis episode includes AI-generated content.

Tj talks baseball with Forrest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donovan Dent is back in New Mexico and ready for a new journey. Who left the Lobos but was still a fan favorite? The Isotopes are chasing their first playoff birth since 2012. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Bird uses isotopes to construct the nation's environmental history and human practices over time such as Indigenous burning practices.

Diego Pavia has an opportunity with the Ravens. Is it size, character or both that kept him undrafted? The first place Isotopes? What do you want from a backup quarterback? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isotope teleportation and trans-molecularization w/ Patrick Best! . . . YOU DON'T KNOW MOJACK is a podcast dedicated to exploring the entire SST catalogue, in order, from start to finish. During the podcast we will discuss all the releases that are part of our core DNA, as well as many lesser-known releases that deserve a second chance, or releases that we are discovering for the very first time (we actually don't know Mojack!). First and foremost we are fans, and acknowledge that we are not perfect and don't know everything – sometimes the discussion is more about a time, place, feeling, personal experience or random tangents, and less about the facts (but we will try to get to the facts too). Facebook: www.facebook.com/mojackpod/ Twitter: @mojackpod Instagram: www.instagram.com/mojackpod/ Blog: www.mojackpod.com/ Tumblr: www.tumblr.com/blog/mojackpod Theme Song: Shockflesh

CEO Paul Mann reports on progress at The Virginia Gas Project, Quantum Leap Energy, Silicon 28, radiopharmacies and capital requirements.

Did you know Human Milk can't make cheese? Lissa Knudsen from the Mouse Hole on the history of Dairy Fermentation. Forrest Stulting stops in to dish the scoop on the Isotopes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Denatured, you'll listen to Dr. Marc Hedrick, President and CEO of Plus Therapeutics and Dr. Phil Kantoff, CEO & Co-founder of Convergent Therapeutics. They discuss breakthroughs like alpha-emitting isotopes, supply chain solutions and why radiotherapeutics is biotech's next big frontier.Host Jennifer C. Smith-Parker, Director of Insights, BioSpace Guests Marc Hedrick, President & CEO, Plus Therapeutics Philip Kantoff, Co-founder & CEO, Convergent TherapeuticsDisclaimer: The views expressed in this discussion by guests are their own and do not represent those of their organizations. 

What coaching dominos are still to fall? Utah State hired a head coach. How should UNM approach their head coaching contracts? Are you ready for Isotopes baseball? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chrissey Baines, General Manager of the Isotopes and John Traub, Team President talk about the Isotopes history and what's new at the park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Opening Day for the Isotopes!! Voice of the 'Topes Josh Suchon joins the Morning Show to get everyone ready for the 2026 baseball season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chef Jim is at it again!! The Isotopes unveiled the new menu at the ballpark yesterday and it is spectacular. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Scottish Watches Podcast, we explore a wide-ranging selection of timepieces spanning entry-level releases to ultra high-end complications. The discussion begins with a new Isotope model,... The post Scottish Watches Podcast #762 : Shooting For The Moon – All The Latest New Watches appeared first on Scottish Watches.

Fia teaches us about the magic that can be done with stable isotope analysis, and Gavin tries to give us a little hope.YouTube videos Gavin mentions:Technology Connections: https://youtu.be/KtQ9nt2ZeGM?si=camR7CfPS8Ogdz4nMoon Channel: https://youtu.be/zkgNnbTrsgw?si=VhAGYcNpGRGOvjTADonate to Archive.org if you can: https://archive.org/donateFia just published a new paper! Check it out here: https://peerj.com/articles/19346/Palaeocast Gaming Network video Gavin made about the new some paleontology D&D stuff: https://youtu.be/0n7FfTmcaRU?si=CqeuBjO5x1ElXIXJ⁠Topic form⁠: https://forms.gle/cpu8ETF4P6ABZADe7⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Form⁠: https://forms.gle/YjuoGC8yUuAnfGNx9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave us an audio message⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://anchor.fm/dead-podcast/message⁠YouTube Channel⁠: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbKAuMrj_7PUI0GqU9QQnhg

ASP Isotopes CEO Paul Mann explains why the group is doubling down on South Africa - from turning around the Renergen gas asset to building a global isotope business spanning nuclear medicine, semiconductors and clean energy, backed by a strong balance sheet and US government support.

Was ist äolischer Kannibalismus und kann Staub uns etwas über seine Herkunft und das Klima verraten? Laura und Christoph reisen zum chinesischen Lössplateau und gehen dieser Frage auf den Grund. Mit Hilfe von Klimaanzeigern und Altersdatierung wird ermittelt welche Rolle der Gelbe Fluss spielt.

ASP Isotopes CEO Paul Mann explains why the group is doubling down on South Africa — from turning around the Renergen gas asset to building a global isotope business spanning nuclear medicine, semiconductors and clean energy, backed by a strong balance sheet and US government support.

TJ is at the Vitalant blood drive at Isotopes park on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brand new General Manager for the Albuquerque Isotopes, Chrissy Baines joins TJ to talk about her new position, her baseball background, and her expectations of her new job. All this on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are changing for the Isotopes. John Traub joins the Morning Show to tell us about the changes and what to expect moving forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Es gibt bestimmte radioaktive Isotope auf der Erde, die sind nicht irdischen Ursprungs. Sie stammen aus dem Inneren riesiger Sterne und wurden ins All geschleudert, als der Stern in einer Supernova explodierte. Eine neue Messanlage bei Dresden verfolgt die Spur solcher Isotope. Mehr über die astrophysikalische Arbeit unseres Gesprächspartners Prof. Anton Wallner am Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) lest ihr hier. >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/forschungsquartett-supernova

Es gibt bestimmte radioaktive Isotope auf der Erde, die sind nicht irdischen Ursprungs. Sie stammen aus dem Inneren riesiger Sterne und wurden ins All geschleudert, als der Stern in einer Supernova explodierte. Eine neue Messanlage bei Dresden verfolgt die Spur solcher Isotope. Mehr über die astrophysikalische Arbeit unseres Gesprächspartners Prof. Anton Wallner am Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) lest ihr hier. >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/forschungsquartett-supernova

Es gibt bestimmte radioaktive Isotope auf der Erde, die sind nicht irdischen Ursprungs. Sie stammen aus dem Inneren riesiger Sterne und wurden ins All geschleudert, als der Stern in einer Supernova explodierte. Eine neue Messanlage bei Dresden verfolgt die Spur solcher Isotope. Mehr über die astrophysikalische Arbeit unseres Gesprächspartners Prof. Anton Wallner am Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) lest ihr hier. >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/forschungsquartett-supernova

(00:00:00) Theia Unveiled: Tracing the Origins of Earth's Moon and Lucy's Journey to Jupiter's Trojans (00:00:50) New study claims Theia and Earth were once neighbours (00:06:16) Lucy's mission to Jupiter's trojan asteroids (00:15:26) Starliner's next mission to be limited to cargo only (00:17:57) The Science Report (00:23:17) Alex on Tech: Dooms Day clock countdown to Digital ID In this episode of SpaceTime, we dive into the intriguing origins of our Moon and the latest developments in space exploration.Theia: The Lost Planet Behind the Moon's BirthA groundbreaking study reveals that Theia, the small planet believed to have collided with Earth to form the Moon, originated from the inner solar system. Researchers from the Max Planck Institute and the University of Chicago have analyzed isotopic compositions of Earth and Moon rocks, suggesting that Theia was likely composed of materials found closer to the Sun than Earth's orbit. This discovery sheds light on the nature of this celestial body and its dramatic impact on our planet's history.Lucy Mission Update: Journey to Jupiter's TrojansNASA's Lucy spacecraft, launched in October 2021, is on an ambitious 12-year mission to explore Jupiter's Trojan asteroids. These ancient remnants from the solar system's formation are crucial for understanding planetary development. Lucy will visit seven asteroids, including both leading and trailing Trojan swarms, providing unprecedented insights into the early solar system. Principal Investigator Hal Levison emphasizes that the mission will revolutionize our understanding of planetary formation and the origins of volatiles and organics on terrestrial planets.Starliner Mission Limited to CargoIn a significant setback, NASA has announced that Boeing's Starliner spacecraft will only carry cargo on its next mission to the International Space Station. This decision follows a series of technical issues that plagued Starliner's previous flights. With the total number of planned missions reduced from six to four, NASA aims to ensure safety and reliability before allowing crewed flights again.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesJournal of ScienceNASA ReportsMax Planck Institute StudiesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Primordial Earth Discovery: Researchers have identified what may be the first physical traces of primordial Earth, dating back over 4.5 billion years, suggesting fragments of the planet's original materials still exist deep within the mantle. This groundbreaking study challenges previous assumptions about Earth's turbulent beginnings and the impact that formed the Moon.Dark Matter Interactions: New theoretical work proposes that dark matter might interact with normal matter through a subtle dark force, rather than solely through gravity. This concept could help explain anomalies in galaxy rotation curves and may require highly sensitive experiments to detect these weak interactions.Spotting the Andromeda Galaxy: The Andromeda Galaxy, our closest major galactic neighbor, is visible to the naked eye under dark skies. Listeners can learn how to locate it using the constellation Andromeda and the great square of Pegasus, and discover its significance as it approaches a future merger with the Milky Way.Green Fireball Meteor Over Tennessee: Residents in Tennessee witnessed a brilliant green fireball meteor, characterized by its striking emerald hue due to high concentrations of magnesium and nickel. This event offers scientists valuable insights into the composition of meteoroids and their interactions with Earth's atmosphere.Foldable Solar Sails for Space Travel: An innovative concept involving foldable solar sails for aerobraking and atmospheric reentry could revolutionize space travel. These sails would increase drag during atmospheric entry, reducing the need for propellant and allowing for more efficient missions.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna and Avery signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and exploring the wonders of our universe.✍️ Episode ReferencesPrimordial Earth Discovery[Nature Geoscience](https://www.nature.com/ngeo/)Dark Matter Theoretical Work[Theoretical Physics Journal](https://www.theoreticalphysicsjournal.com/)Andromeda Galaxy Viewing Guide[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)Green Fireball Meteor Event[Meteor Society](https://www.meteorsociety.org/)Foldable Solar Sails Innovation[Space Exploration Technologies](https://www.spacex.com/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click Here

Since August of this year, the FDA has issued no fewer than five warnings and recalls for shrimp contaminated with cesium-137, a radioactive isotope that's created only during nuclear fission. And finally, after many months, a new report sheds light on how this shrimp (sold in America) was actually contaminated with cesium-137. Let's go through it together.

Dora findet eine Leiche in ihrem Keller! Was nun? Dominic hat eine Idee, wie man mehr über das mysteriöse Skelett herausfinden könnte… Zum Einsatz kommen Methoden, mit denen er selbst schon einmal, während seiner Unizeit, gearbeitet hat! Es geht um Gewichtsklassen von Atomkernen, radioaktiven Zerfall und eine Technik, die in der Rechtsmedizin, Archäologie, Lebensmittelforschung, Klimaanalyse, Ökologie und in den Geowissenschaften zum Einsatz kommt! Ihr könnt gespannt sein!Material zu dieser FolgeDie Radiokarbonmethode: https://www.weltderphysik.de/thema/hinter-den-dingen/c-14-methode/In der Ötzi-Database könnt ihr der Forschung zur berühmten Gletschermumie auf die Schliche kommen: https://www.iceman.it/de/oetzi/databaseDie wahnwitzige Geschichte der vermeintlichen Moorleiche aus Dachau: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mumie_aus_dem_Dachauer_MoosFür die ganz Nerdigen – Dominics Doktorarbeit: https://edoc.ub.uni-muenchen.de/26722/1/Anders_Dominic.pdfSocial Media und KontaktmöglichkeitenInstagram: http://instagram.com/doktopuspodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@doktopuspodcastE-Mail: doktopuspodcast@gmail.com CreditsRecherche, Hosting & Produktion: Dora Dzvonyar & Dominic AndersSound-Design & Post Production: Julian DlugoschAnsager: Marcel GustKI-Songs: SunoKI-Visuals: Bing Image CreatorIntro-Musik: Oleggio Kyrylkoww from PixabayIntermezzo-Transition: MAXOU-YT from Pixabay

The video that demonstrates how to calculate RAM from isotope mass and relative abundanceIn this episode:Why do we see decimal places in atomic mass on the periodic tableWhat are isotopes, and how do they differ from each other?What are the differences in the behaviour of different isotopes?Relative abundanceHow do we calculate relative atomic mass considering relative abundance and isotope massFind out more about the Chemistry Made Simple academyContact me:Instagram @chemistrymadesimpleEmail Matthew@ChemistryMadeSimple.netJoin the discussion at the Chemistry Made Simple podcast community.Check out the Chemistry Made Simple academyBecome a Patreon supporter of the podcast and get more from each episode. patreon.com/chemistrymadesimplePrefer to say a quick 'thank you'? You can buy me a coffee if that's your jam.

Two teams face a 'kind-of-got-to-win-game' Sunday. How can the Raiders get their run game going with Jeanty? Voice of the Isotopes, Josh Suchon, shares his favorite moments from the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grassy biomes, including grasslands, savannahs and crops, cover over 40% of all land on Earth. They play a significant role in carbon and silica cycles and have a large impact upon the climate. Grasslands (grass-dominated ecosystems) have shaped the evolution of numerous groups of organisms, most obviously grazing mammals, and can support a huge amount of biodiversity. Humans evolved in the savannas and through domestication of grasses formed agriculture, leading to a modern diet dominated by grasses such as oats, rice, wheat and corn. As anthropogenic climate change threatens large scale uncertainty, it's vital that we understand the controls that govern the success of this fundamentally important group. It is only by studying the evolutionary history of grasses that we might be able to predict how they will fare in future. Joining us in this episode to speak about the challenges of piecing together the evolutionary history of grasses from a relatively poor fossil record is Prof. Caroline Strömberg of the University of Washington.

Dr. Susan Hubbard is Deputy Director for Science and Technology at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the largest of the U.S. Department of Energy's multi-program science and energy labs. With more than 7,000 scientists and engineers, Oak Ridge is advancing innovation across nuclear energy, grid resilience, AI, quantum computing, isotopes, and advanced manufacturing. In this episode, Susan shares how the national labs' mission has evolved since the Manhattan Project, how companies and startups engage with Oak Ridge through user facilities and partnerships, and what role the labs will play in shaping the future of energy and technology amid today's geopolitical and industrial shifts.Episode recorded Aug 18, 2025 (Published Sept 2, 2025) In this episode, we cover: [03:03] Dr. Hubbard's early career and hydrogeophysics[05:31] Permafrost thaw and climate feedback loops in the Arctic[07:11] Methane release challenges and Earth system complexity[09:00] Transition from geophysicist to ORNL leadership[12:17] ORNL's user facilities, including Frontier supercomputer[13:56] Isotopes for medicine, security, and Mars exploration[15:45] Neutron scattering and world-leading materials research[17:25] Large-scale 3D additive manufacturing for energy[19:25] How DOE priorities shape research directions[22:04] Public-private partnerships in nuclear and fusion[26:54] ORNL's role in ITER and advanced fusion materials[30:51] Local enthusiasm for nuclear in Tennessee[31:54] Building the future grid: reliability, cybersecurity, AI[33:17] High-performance computing simulations of energy systems[37:23] Quantum computing, AI, and labs of the future[43:41] How startups engage with ORNL (CRADA, Innovation Crossroads)[48:02] U.S. R&D evolution: Manhattan Project to today Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review! Share feedback or suggest future topics and guests at info@mcj.vc.Connect with MCJ:Cody Simms on LinkedInVisit mcj.vcSubscribe to the MCJ Newsletter*Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant

Grassy biomes, including grasslands, savannahs and crops, cover over 40% of all land on Earth. They play a significant role in carbon and silica cycles and have a large impact upon the climate. Grasslands (grass-dominated ecosystems) have shaped the evolution of numerous groups of organisms, most obviously grazing mammals, and can support a huge amount of biodiversity. Humans evolved in the savannas and through domestication of grasses formed agriculture, leading to a modern diet dominated by grasses such as oats, rice, wheat and corn. As anthropogenic climate change threatens large scale uncertainty, it's vital that we understand the controls that govern the success of this fundamentally important group. It is only by studying the evolutionary history of grasses that we might be able to predict how they will fare in future. Joining us in this episode to speak about the challenges of piecing together the evolutionary history of grasses from a relatively poor fossil record is Prof. Caroline Stromberg of the University of Washington.

‘The world just needs a lot more power and it's going to struggle to find it,' points out ASPI CEO Paul Mann.

Send us a textOn May 13, 1998, the body of a woman was found on the side of I-85 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. On September 25 of the same year, the body of a young boy was found underneath a billboard off of I-85 in Mebane, North Carolina. The bodies were found about 3 hours away from each other – in different months, in different stages of decay, even in different states. But more than 20 years later, the truth would come out – connecting these bodies, their lives, and their deaths, once and for all. Sources: 1) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forensic_palynology2) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isotope_analysis3) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murders_of_Bobby_Whitt_and_Myoung_Hwa_Cho4) https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article225508170.html5) https://people.com/crime/john-mebane-doe-murdered-north-carolina-new-photo/6) https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/investigations/two-decades-ago-a-10-year-old-was-killed-now-his-fathers-been-charged-with-murder/275-b4a44661-02a5-4269-a8ee-fad621c769ee7) https://local12.com/news/local/brown-co-family-says-final-goodbye-to-missing-boy-found-murdered-in-19988) https://www.wral.com/man-to-spend-rest-of-life-behind-bars-for-killing-wife-boy-whose-remains-were-found-under-mebane-billboard/18888831/9) https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/article230338529.htmlSupport the show

The most Cowboys thing is happening. Also, can the Isotopes just be the Dukes all the time?

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Where does Bill Belichick rank among college football coaches? What are the best jerseys for the Isotopes this season? A veteran responds to a legend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The voice of the Isotopes, Josh Suchon, is getting a chance on the Colorado Rockies radio broadcast this weekend. Josh joins the show to discuss the opportunity and his process. Should the Mountain West stay where it is or add? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Albuquerque Isotopes General Manager John Traub comes in to talk all things baseball, including The Isotopes, Savannah Bananas, and the Major League Baseball All Star Game with TJ on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Suchon, voice of the Isotopes, shares his thoughts on the huge week in Albuquerque and his thoughts on the MLB All-Star game format. Who will rise into the top-3 in the Eastern Conference next year? Was Kevin Durant not playing up to his potential with the Suns? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Analog Explorer, I sat down with José Miranda, founder and design mind behind Isotope Watches, live from the inaugural Vancouver Timepiece Show. If you're someone who thinks all watches are starting to look the same—José is here to flip that narrative.From his early inspiration with a childhood Timex to creating a brand that fuses form, function, and fearless creativity, José doesn't just design watches—he reimagines how we tell time altogether. Isotope's timepieces aren't based on heritage homages or vintage revival. They're bold, round, ergonomic expressions rooted in science fiction, 1930s streamlining, and a spirit of playful disruption.https://www.analogexplorer.com/p/ae-39-isotope-watches-vancouver-timepiece

Kieran Witthuhn from Anchor on Discovery hitting all-time highs – is there still value to unlock? Equity analyst Anthony Clark weighs in: Could Brazil's avian flu outbreak give local poultry producers a leg up? Simon on the stock market selloff: Don't panic – this is when smart money buys, not bolts.

What the heck is country night and why can't the dead get any respect?

Starkville | MLB Network Radio's Mike Ferrin joins the boys this week in Starkville. They discuss The Athletic's MLB All-Quarter Century Team piece that came out a few days ago. They talk about some of the big names that made and didn't make the team, should it be Jeter or A-Rod at SS, should Barry Bonds be on the team, who would be part of their pitching rotation and much more.Strange But True: An insane walk-off happens in the minor league between the Isotopes and the Reno Aces. This one is very crazyTrivia: Question from Adam Kane- Albert Pujols famously began his career with 10 consecutive seasons of 30 HR / 100 RBI / 0.300 BA, but within that stretch he had 4 consecutive seasons of 40/100/0.300. Can you name the 4 other players in history with 3 or more consecutive seasons reaching these milestones?Follow Jayson on Twitter: @jaysonstFollow Doug on Twitter: @DougGlanvilleHosts: Jayson Stark & Doug GlanvilleProducer: Brian Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke and Janine are back with all of the Warlords and the Marines as Luffy enters into the Summit War! Meanwhile the Simpsons start off another season with a mixed bag of episodes, and the return of the fan favorite segment talking about the Isotopes food offerings! Covering episodes 466 through 471. Cover art by Mike Patten. Links! Itunes – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dohmance-dawn/id1620557454… Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/0iOBMkRGKTz04wJB2kitx7… RSS – https://pinecast.com/feed/dohmance-dawn… Bluesky – https://bsky.app/profile/dohmancedawn.bsky.social Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/lukeherr

Episode: 3014 Measuring Almost Nothing.  Today, we measure almost nothing.