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The Silk Road

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01/22/10 • 18 min

Take an anthropological tour of the Silk Road exhibit at the AMNH with its curator, Mark Norell. The 4,600-mile trail was the most important trade route in the Eastern world for more than 3,000 years.

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Dustyn's Robots

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11/13/12 • 18 min

In this podcast, Dustyn Roberts discusses her work on the cutting edge of engineering. Her Sample Manipulation System, part of the Curiosity Mars Science Laboratory, is now helping to analyze soil samples on Mars, and her current projects range from DIY biomechanics to opening up and supporting a world of educational resources.

Where the Grizzly Bears Go

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03/04/10 • 18 min

Grizzly bears are showing up in an area of northern Manitoba where they've never been seen before. It's also an area inhabited by polar bears. Science and the City talks to the AMNH's Robert Rockwell about why the grizzlies are moving, and what it means for both bear species.

A Thought for Food: Rock Steady

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07/23/12 • 29 min

Salt is one of the most important and versatile ingredients in foods around the world. We like it, we need it, but are we getting too much of it these days? Get the big picture on this unique compound in episode six of our nutrition series. The "A Thought for Food" podcast series is brought to you by Science the City and the Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science.

Virtual Humanity - Part 1

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12/14/11 • 28 min

In the world of online gaming, natural reality often blends and blurs with virtual reality. This November, anthropologist Thomas Malaby and game designer Lee T. Guzofski spoke at the Academy on "The Anthropology of Online Worlds." In this two-part series, we bring you that talk. Part 1: Lee T. Guzofski, CEO and Founder, G2G Enterprises Part 2: Thomas Malaby, Associate Professor of Anthropology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

What Makes Us Wise?

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09/10/10 • 42 min

Can we all be wise old owls? Science journalist Stephen Hall and neuroscientist Andre Fenton dissect what we call wisdom, from the neurons in our brain, to the social constructs behind it.

Fractals: Art, Science, Math and Culture

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10/19/12 • 31 min

In this podcast, art historian Nina Samuel, biologists Brian Enquist and James Brown, and ethnomathematician Ron Eglash discuss the prevalence and power of fractals from the perspectives of their various disciplines.

ADHD and the Brain

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01/29/10 • 17 min

Neuropsychologist Jeffrey Halperin is using behavioral therapy on preschoolers with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). He hopes to train their brains to develop in new ways and if effective, his therapies could offer permanent, drug-free treatment for the disorder.

Antioxidant Science

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11/06/09 • 18 min

Foods high in antioxidants are believed to fight oxidative stress. But what is oxidative stress? Two scientists from a recent NYAS conference break it down and discuss whether antioxidants have superpowers.

A Thought for Food: Meet the Meat

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06/07/13 • 29 min

How did the hamburger become a staple American food? A Thought for Food considers the science and history of the key ingredient, beef. Season 2 of A Thought for Food will examine the components of a cheeseburger. This episode "ruminates" on beef, from the genetic design of modern cattle to the processing of meat. Featured in this episode are visits to Kinderhook Farm and Freund's Farm, as well as conversations with Andrew F. Smith of the New School University and the Edible series of books, and Dr. Joe Muscolino. This podcast is a co-production of the Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science and Science the City.

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How many episodes does The New York Academy of Sciences have?

The New York Academy of Sciences currently has 256 episodes available.

What topics does The New York Academy of Sciences cover?

The podcast is about Podcasts and Science.

What is the most popular episode on The New York Academy of Sciences?

The episode title 'The Silk Road' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The New York Academy of Sciences?

The average episode length on The New York Academy of Sciences is 30 minutes.

How often are episodes of The New York Academy of Sciences released?

Episodes of The New York Academy of Sciences are typically released every 8 days.

When was the first episode of The New York Academy of Sciences?

The first episode of The New York Academy of Sciences was released on Apr 14, 2006.

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