The Loh Down on Science

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The Loh Down on Science

The Loh Down on Science

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The Loh Down on Science is the fun way to get your daily dose of science -- in less than two minutes! Writer/performer and Caltech alumna Sandra Tsing Loh explains the world of science with a dash of humor. It's a program for those who love science as well as for those who avoid it!

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Leftovers for Bacteria

Leftovers for Bacteria

Tired of leftovers?

2026-03-13 05:00:00 60

Quantum Calculations

Quantum Calculations

Even computers need help with math!

2026-03-12 05:00:00 60

Chromatic Aromatics

Chromatic Aromatics

From the lab bench to fashion week!

2026-03-11 05:00:00 60

Groovy Brain Vessels

Groovy Brain Vessels

Oh yeah, feel that beat, brainy!

2026-03-10 05:00:00 60

This Bee’s a Whiz

This Bee’s a Whiz

Dot… dash… dot… dash… buzz?!

2026-03-09 05:00:00 60

BAT-ter Beware

BAT-ter Beware

Think of them as pocket-sized dragons!

2026-03-06 05:00:00 60

Frothy Plant Foam

Frothy Plant Foam

Oatology: noun, the study of Oat Milk.

2026-03-05 05:00:00 60

Sleuthing-Out Nanoplastics

Sleuthing-Out Nanoplastics

There’s danger in the air…

2026-03-04 05:00:00 60

Sight for Sore Eyes

Sight for Sore Eyes

Can we fix dead pixels… in our eyes?!

2026-03-03 05:00:00 60

Trunk Tools

Trunk Tools

Who needs a spa day when you’ve got trunks and a garden hose?

2026-03-02 05:00:00 60

The Birds Keep Chirping

The Birds Keep Chirping

Some birds just can’t resist a midnight serenade.... But why?

2026-02-27 05:00:00 60

Concrete Power

Concrete Power

Concrete powered homes?! Sounds crazy! Or does it?

2026-02-26 05:00:00 60

Lightning Potassium

Lightning Potassium

Is there an early warning system for… seizures?

2026-02-25 05:00:00 60

Snout of the Ordinary

Snout of the Ordinary

Let’s just say, our ancestors were shaping more than just stone tools!

2026-02-24 05:00:00 60

Glorious Glass Printing

Glorious Glass Printing

Those who live in glass houses … should get a 3D printer!

2026-02-23 05:00:00 60

Sugar Rush, Tumor Crush

Sugar Rush, Tumor Crush

Are we finished ruining soda for you? NOPE! Never.

2026-02-20 05:00:00 60

The Coolest Bugs

The Coolest Bugs

Time to take down the Christmas lights… ack! They’re flying!

2026-02-19 05:00:00 60

Plantlife in Death

Plantlife in Death

Death Valley might need a name change!

2026-02-18 05:00:00 60

Satellite Referee

Satellite Referee

Cutting carbon is a global hot potato!

2026-02-17 05:00:00 60

Electric Eukaryotes

Electric Eukaryotes

Could bacteria be… a bright spot?

2026-02-16 05:00:00 60

Cosmic Meet-Cute

Cosmic Meet-Cute

Is true love written in the stars?

2026-02-13 05:00:00 60

Tiny, but Mighty!

Tiny, but Mighty!

Got a clog? Here comes a microscopic cleaning crew!

2026-02-12 05:00:00 60

Fungus Among Us

Fungus Among Us

Who’s pulling the strings behind… Zombie Ants!

2026-02-11 05:00:00 60

Paging Dr. Mouse

Paging Dr. Mouse

Could a mouse save your life? Maybe so.

2026-02-10 05:00:00 60

Hard and Soft Prints

Hard and Soft Prints

This gives a new meaning to a KNEESLAPPER!

2026-02-09 05:00:00 60

Dark Stars

Dark Stars

Can dark matter shine bright?

2026-02-06 05:00:00 60

Bowhead Paradox

Bowhead Paradox

Is the cure for cancer in… WHALES?!

2026-02-05 05:00:00 60

Round the Lake

Round the Lake

Who knows what secrets lie deep below the shadowy water?

2026-02-04 05:00:00 60

Great Grains!

Great Grains!

Let’s break bread…

2026-02-03 05:00:00 60

Dogs Think Like Us

Dogs Think Like Us

Rover, watch your mouth!

2026-02-02 05:00:00 60

Frozen and Furious

Frozen and Furious

Think zombies are scary? What about awakening ancient frozen monsters?!

2026-01-30 05:00:00 60

Brain Power

Brain Power

Brain surgery is a gamble, but the odds just got better!

2026-01-29 05:00:00 60

Profiling Space Ice

Profiling Space Ice

What’s inside a cosmic snowball?

2026-01-28 05:00:00 60

Mind Over Metabolism

Mind Over Metabolism

Blood is thicker than… OATMEAL?!

2026-01-27 05:00:00 60

Beating Diabetes

Beating Diabetes

Ready for a dia-beatdown?

2026-01-26 05:00:00 60

Snooze School

Snooze School

Can we REALLY learn new vocabulary in our sleep?

2026-01-23 05:00:00 60

This Liver’s Hot

This Liver’s Hot

New bombshells have entered Love Island: the mini-livers!

2026-01-22 05:00:00 60

Just Add Water… and Power!

Just Add Water… and Power!

A landburger helper, if you will.

2026-01-21 05:00:00 60

Gendered Ageism in AI

Gendered Ageism in AI

Is artificial intelligence just a big ol’ boys club?

2026-01-20 05:00:00 60

Wildfires Worldwide

Wildfires Worldwide

There's something in the air...

2026-01-19 05:00:00 60

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