Science Friday

How poison dart frogs deal with their kids asking for snacks, and other parenting inspiration from the animal kingdom.

A heartfelt apology from Science Friday to fans of the composer sadly overlooked in our segment about the music played by our appliances.

A Nigeria-based molecular biologist breaks down the current Ebola outbreak, and what's needed to improve disease monitoring across Africa.

Up to 94% of Neanderthals suffered at least one traumatic injury in their lifetime. How did their healthcare keep up?

Despite the scorching, toxic conditions on the planet Venus, some scientists want to look there for life—in the clouds.

Chemist Tim Cernak has a wild to-do list: Cure sea turtle cancer. Save frogs from fungal diseases. Take on avian flu.

A growing body of research suggests that some common vaccinations have benefits far beyond preventing the disease they were designed for.

The National Quarantine Unit in Nebraska is housing 18 people exposed to hantavirus, and preparing for possible cases of Ebola exposure.

A new wildlife survey follows Lewis and Clark's route, 220 years later. And, cell and GPS data show how animals react to humans' presence.

On the release of Pope Leo’s encyclical about AI, we peek inside the Vatican academy that helps inform the Pope’s scientific views.

Astronomers have spotted clouds of vaporized sand on an exoplanet. And, weather radar data reveal insects in US skies—100 trillion of them.

In September 2025, Dr. Mary-Claire King discussed her groundbreaking work in genetics, from identifying cancer risk to reuniting families.

Low-frequency noises that humans can feel, but not hear, may be behind the spooky feeling of old houses—and serve as a warning to animals.

A bioethicist walks us through the complexity of clinical trials, from their core scientific questions to patient selection to FDA approval.

A processing plant in Mississippi is leaking massive amounts of Paraquat into the air. Its biological link to Parkinson's is becoming clear.

A mathematician analyzed 150 years of women’s fashion to understand 20-year trend cycles, and how “optimal distinctiveness” drives change.

A new simulation shows large amounts of hydrogen in our planet’s core. And, what scientists found in 290-million-year-old vomit.

Research shows yawning might help clear waste from our brains. Plus, breaking down a CDC report on how little sleep Americans are getting.

In the microgravity of space, tumors can triple in size in just 10 days. That could be a boon for cancer research, and a risk for astronauts.

Why are appliances playing elaborate tunes, and where do they come from? Two sonic designers explain how they compose for your vacuum.