Today in STEM

Today in STEM

Got 10 minutes? Today in STEM discusses what’s new in the realms of science, technology, engineering and mathematics—as all combine to make our world a better place. Launching every week from the historic home of human space flight—Florida’s Space Coast—this program gives listeners an inside look at all things STEM, hearing from experts and relating their knowledge to everyday life. Brought to you by the Florida Institute of Technology and WFIT.

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April 28, 2022 10 mins

Season finale! Antarctica is undergoing dramatic climate change—and researchers are working hard to determine the lasting impact. Florida Tech Professor Dr. Rich Aronson drops in to outline the challenges faced by “The Ice” at the base of the globe.

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Athletic performance-enhancing drugs are a big problem in competitive sports—what can science do to help? Florida Tech researcher Dr. Christopher Chouinard discusses the latest from the lab that might level the playing field.

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April 14, 2022 10 mins

Cryptocurrency has both supporters and detractors—will it one day do away with those dollar bills in your pocket? Get ready to take notes as Florida Tech business instructor Tim Muth breaks down the basics.

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It’s one of the most biodiverse estuaries in the Northern Hemisphere, and it’s in trouble. What have scientists discovered is happening in the Indian River Lagoon? Florida Tech researcher Dr. Austin Fox shares the latest.

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March 31, 2022 10 mins

What’s that buzzing overhead? It might be a drone delivering your latest online order. Can self-flying cars be far behind? Florida Tech researcher Dr. Brian Kish gives a sneak peek at what might be next in aviation.

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March 24, 2022 9 mins

Pop culture portrayals of sharks have led to misunderstandings about how they typically behave—and you may want to reconsider what you think you know about dolphins, too. Florida Tech researcher Dr. Toby Daly-Engel separates fact from fiction.

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March 17, 2022 9 mins

The mysteries of the human brain have fascinated scientists for years—and today’s studies are helping us to understand brain secrets. Florida Tech researcher Dr. Nasri Nesnas shares the latest, as we continue with the second part of our enlightening discussion.

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March 10, 2022 9 mins

The mysteries of the human brain have fascinated scientists for years—and today’s research is helping us to understand brain secrets. Florida Tech researcher Dr. Nasri Nesnas shares the latest, shedding new light on this all-important topic.

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March 3, 2022 9 mins

Will humans be able to one day grow vegetables on Mars? Florida Tech researcher Dr. Andrew Palmer is working hard to answer that question. He discusses an important first step taken with some out-of-this-world tomatoes.

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February 24, 2022 9 mins

It is one of the most unique places on the planet, but threats like fire and drought are putting its future in jeopardy. What can be done to preserve the Amazon Rainforest? We talk with Florida Tech Professor Dr. Mark Bush who helps explain what is at stake and why.

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February 17, 2022 9 mins

How can studying spider monkeys help us understand the ways people make decisions? Dr. Darby Proctor, associate professor at Florida Tech, shares her investigations into the complex world of these fascinating primates.

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February 10, 2022 9 mins

What’s it like to fly down the race track piloting a jet dragster? How are motorsports skills important to the next generation of scientists and engineers? Racing dynamic duo Chris and Elaine Larsen of Larsen Motorsports share their adrenaline-packed story. 

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February 3, 2022 9 mins

Will a vacation in space ever be affordable for the rest of us? What does the future look like for the next generation of the space work force? We continue our conversation with former NASA space shuttle engineer—and Florida Tech President—Dr. T. Dwayne McCay about these topics and much more.

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January 27, 2022 9 mins

How high do you really have to fly to be considered an astronaut? As space tourism takes off, is it safe? We talk with a former NASA space shuttle engineer—Florida Institute of Technology President Dr. T. Dwayne McCay—about these topics and much more in this inaugural episode of Today in STEM. You can read more about Dr. McCay here.

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January 25, 2022 30 secs

Today in STEM discusses what’s new in the realms of science, technology, engineering and mathematics—as all combine to make our world a better place. Launching every week from the historic home of human space flight—Florida’s Space Coast—this program gives listeners an inside look at all things STEM, hearing from experts and relating their knowledge to everyday life. Brought to you by the Florida Institute of Technology and WFIT.

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