5 Live Science Podcast

Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team look at the science of computer simulation. Plus cancer drugs in disguise, shark maps, and how canned laughter makes bad jokes funny.

Dr Karl and guests talk about space and the polar change

A special programme looking at the science behind the Apollo 11 mission to the moon.

Landing on the Moon versus landing on porridge

Dr Chris Smith talks about smart insulin & untangling the science of Alzheimer's disease

Dr. Chris Smith and the Naked Scientists discuss whether we need more trees to help climate and change and if we have enough space for them, whether plants can 'think', if the future of hard-disk will be based on molecules and go to the edge of space in a balloon.

Science news including a remote control for stem cells and a paper sensor which can tell you if meat is safe to eat. Plus the science of going deep underground.

The hottest science news, stories and analysis with Dr Karl

Science news including the GM mosquito which can wipe out its own population and what causes asthma? Plus a special look at the science of extreme cold.

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