In this episode, we discuss Michael Mann's appointment as the inaugural vice provost for climate science at the University of Pennsylvania, a pivotal step in climate action. We also explore a surprising discovery of life thriving in the ocean's seafloor underworld, challenging our understanding of marine ecosystems. Additionally, we celebrate the achievements of five UC-affiliated scientists who won 2024 Nobel Prizes, highlighting their groundbreaking contributions to science and the legacy of the University of California in fostering innovation.

Sources:

https://www.thedp.com/article/2024/10/penn-center-climate-science-michael-mann

https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/16/science/life-below-seafloor-hydrothermal-vents/index.html

https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/five-uc-affiliated-scientists-win-2024-nobel-prizes

https://news.mit.edu/2024/prismsvr-uses-spatial-learning-math-and-science-education-1017

Outline:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:00:42) Michael Mann named inaugural vice provost for climate science, policy, and action

(00:03:28) Scientists make surprise discovery of life in the seafloor’s ‘underworld’

(00:06:11) Five UC-affiliated scientists win 2024 Nobel Prizes

(00:08:42) Using spatial learning to transform math and science education