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In this episode of SpaceTime, we delve into the discovery of the heaviest antimatter hyper nucleus ever created, witness a spectacular rocket engine explosion at the United Kingdom's new spaceport, and explore why food tastes bad in SpaceTime. Join us for these fascinating updates and more!
00:00:00 - This is spacetime series 27, episode 105 for broadcast on 30 August 2024
00:00:26 - Scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory have discovered a new antimatter hyper nucleus
00:05:03 - Rocket booster explodes during test at British spaceport; no one injured
00:12:21 - Julia Lowe: We put people in virtual reality environments to study food preferences
00:16:36 - 5% of people are consuming products that are potentially toxic to livers
00:18:23 - Social position and income are linked to your food preferences, study finds
00:19:44 - The editor of the pop paranormal website Higgypop says he's sceptic
00:23:17 -  Spacetime is available every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through various podcasting platforms

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Julia Low from RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia

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In this episode of SpaceTime, the mystery of the famous "Wow!" signal may finally be solved, the European Space Agency's Cluster mission is set to end in a fiery re-entry over the South Pacific, and Earth gets hit by another powerful solar storm. Join us for these fascinating updates and more!
00:00:00 - This is SpaceTime series 27, episode 104, for broadcast on the 28 August 2024
00:00:45 - New study may have identified the source of the famous "Wow!" signal
00:12:30 - European Space Agency's Cluster mission to end with a controlled re-entry
00:23:45 - Earth hit by another powerful solar storm
00:32:15 - The science report: Higher levels of plant fats linked to lower risk of heart disease
00:45:00 - Neuralink's brain implant shows promising results in second trial patient
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In this episode of SpaceTime, we explore the possibility of Mercury harbouring a thick layer of solid diamond deep below its ancient surface. We also delve into new details about the brightest gamma ray burst of all time and discuss the recent surge in auroral activity as the sun approaches solar maximum. Join us for these fascinating updates and more!
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The Space News Podcast.
SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 5
*Monstrous X5 solar flare launched on New Year's Eve
The Sun celebrated the completion of Earth’s latest orbit by blasting out a spectacular X-5 class solar flare dwarfing even Sydney’s new year’s eve fireworks display.
*X-37B space shuttle launches aboard Falcon Heavy
SpaceX has successfully launched the US Space Force-52 mission carrying an X-37B space shuttle Orbital Test Vehicle on its seventh mission.
*Beijing launches its tallest ever rocket
China has set a new national space record launching its tallest ever rocket.
*The Science Report
The oldest photosynthetic structures ever discovered found in the Northern Territory.
The link between sedentary leisure time and a woman’s risk of uterine fibroids.
The importance of city parks for species diversity.
Alex on Tech turning cell phones into sat phones

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SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 4
*Astronomers study the earliest Milky Way type galaxy ever seen
A new snapshot of an ancient, far-off galaxy could help scientists understand the origins of our own Milky Way.
*What lies in the exotic heart of a neutron star
New theoretical analysis is showing further support for the hypothesis that the cores of neutron stars are composed of deconfined quark matter.
*Vulcan Centaur launch delayed until today
The United Launch Alliance has delayed the maiden flight of its new Vulcan Centaur rocket until today.
*The Science Report
A major breakthrough in diabetes research
Juvenile T-Rex fossils reclassified into a separate and distinct species of small tyrannosaur.
Why we love horror movies.
Skeptics guide to ghosts vs physics

This week’s guests:
Dr Takafumi Tsukui from the Australian National University
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Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life
Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics

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SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 3
*The short life of the Milky Way’s satellite galaxies
A new study warns that most small satellite galaxies are destroyed soon after they enter the Milky Way’s galactic halo.
*Japan lunar lander enters lunar orbit
Japan's new lunar lander has entered orbit around the Moon and will undertake a landing attempt with in the next few weeks.
*First light for NASA’s new compact infrared radiometer
NASA’s first orbital experiments using its latest infrared Earth observation instrument have proven highly successful.
*The Science Report
The link between sleep and false memories.
What octopus DNA tells us about Antarctica’s climate history.
Can you tell when a chicken’s happy.
Skeptics guide to brain washing

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**Host:** Stuart Gary
**Special Guest:** Technology Editor Alex Zaharov-Reutt
### Episode Highlights:
1. **The Dual Nature of the Small Magellanic Cloud**: New research suggests that what was previously thought to be a single galaxy, the Small Magellanic Cloud, is actually two distinct galaxies. This groundbreaking discovery, based on studies of stellar motion and the interstellar medium, challenges previous astronomical beliefs.
2. **The Dwarf Planet Eris's Unexpected Composition**: A recent study has indicated that Eris, a distant dwarf planet, might possess a more 'squishy' internal structure than previously assumed. This insight opens new avenues in understanding the formation and composition of such celestial bodies.
3. **NASA's PACE Satellite Launch Update**: The launch date for NASA's new PACE satellite is now scheduled for February 6th. This mission is expected to provide significant insights into oceanic ecosystems and atmospheric phenomena.

### In-Depth Analysis: -
**Exploring the Magellanic Clouds**: The episode delves into the history and importance of the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds. These satellite dwarf galaxies, named after the explorer Ferdinand Magellan, have played a crucial role in navigation and astronomical studies. -
**The Study of the Small Magellanic Cloud**: Utilizing data from the European Space Agency's Gaia spacecraft and the Australian Square Kilometer Array Pathfinder radio telescope, astronomers have uncovered surprising differences in chemical composition and star velocities within the Small Magellanic Cloud. -
**Eris and Its Moon Dysnomia**: Discussions include the intriguing relationship between Eris and its moon Dysnomia, focusing on their tidal interactions and implications for understanding planetary structures.
### Other Topics Covered: - NASA's PACE satellite mission details and objectives. - The historical significance of the Magellanic Clouds in astronomy and navigation. - The role of the Magellanic Clouds in current astronomical research.

### Final Thoughts: The episode concludes with a reflection on the continuous advancements in space exploration and astronomical research, emphasizing the importance of such discoveries in broadening our understanding of the universe.

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SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 1
*Black Hole radio signals helping to unveil secrets of massive galaxies
A new study has confirmed that supermassive black holes at the hearts of some of the largest nearby galaxies are also often the brightest radio wave sources in the Universe.
*A close encounter with the volcanic world of Io
NASA’s Juno spacecraft has just completed its closest ever encounter with the volcanic world of Io.
*China launches its top secret space plane
China claims it’s carried out another successful flight of its top secret Shenlong or Heavenly Dragon space plane.
*The Science Report
The World Health Organization has declared a new COVID-19 variant of interest, known as JN.1 Studies show that not all low-carb diets will help you keep the kilos off to the same degree. Researchers find Monarch butterflies use landmarks to remember the location of their favourite food.
Skeptics guide to whether or not we’re picking on UFO investigators

This week’s guests:
Associate Professor Michael Brown, from Monash University
Kirk Knobelspiesse, polarimetry lead scientist for the PACE mission at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.
Meng Gao PACE polarimetry Data Scientist and software lead at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.
MURI Principal Investigator Philip Ely from Leonardo Diagnostic/Retrieval Systems
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Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life
Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics

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SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 156
*Equatorial Launch Australia unveils its plans for new spaceport launch pads
Equatorial Launch Australia has unveiled the final plans for its spaceport launch pads at the Arnhem Space Centre east of Darwin.
*Rocket Lab back in space
Rocket Lab has returned to flight status successfully launching an electron rocket from its Mahia Peninsula space port on New Zealand’s North Island.
*North Korea's launches its biggest ICBM
North Korean Dictator Kim Jong Un has vowed to accelerate his country's nuclear build-up after overseeing the launch of the solid-fuelled Hwasong-18 – Pyongyang's most powerful ballistic missile so far.
*January Skywatch
The Earth enters perihelion, a look at Sirius the dog star and the brightest star in the night skies, and the Quadrantids Meteor Shower are among the highlights of the January night skies.

This week’s guests:
Fermi Deputy Project Scientist Judy Racusin from NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.
And our regular guests:
Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life
Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics
Science writer Jonathan Nally from Sky and Telescope Magazine

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The Space News Podcast.
SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 155
*Recent Martian volcanism reveals a more active planet
A vast, flat, "featureless" plain on Mars has surprised scientists by revealing a much more tumultuous geologic past than expected.
*Betelgeuse Eclipsed
Skywatchers were focused on the constellation Orion on December 12 as the asteroid 319 Leona passed in front of bright star Betelgeuse.
*Hubble looks at a late-type galaxy
One of the great misconceptions in astronomy is the term late-type galaxies to describe galaxies of a specific shape.
*The Science Report
Research shows photographs of children's retinas can be used to test for autism.
Murray River whale fossil shows how large baleen whales evolved.
People still don’t know how to check facts correctly on line.
Alex on Tech: Intel joins the AI battle

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