Episode 47: May 2018

Chapters

1. 0:30

   The ‘batnav’ system

   The techniques used by bats to navigate space in three dimensions are becoming clearer.
2. 8:22

   Chemical probes for open science

   Pharmaceutical companies are making high-quality chemical probes available to the research community.
3. 14:45

   Old drug, new role

   Aspirin helps to reduce inflammation and the number of strokes associated with tuberculous meningitis.
4. 20:28

   Shaping individuality

   The exact location of certain brain regions is linked to intelligence, life satisfaction and other behavioural factors.
5. 26:38

   Science plus parenthood

   A couple discusses their experiences of being scientists and parents. Their life story can be read here. View the entire collection 'Scientist and Parent' here.