Month: July 2001
Pulse of the Planet Daily Audio
Vibrating Wasps
A neurobiolgist has mapped the behavior of wasps by listening to their vibrations.
July 30, 2001Philosophy of Science: Bitter Water
A theoretical chemist offers a scientific explanation of how a humble piece of wood may have sweetened water in Biblical times.
July 27, 2001Philosophy of Science: Ethics
Scientists in the 21st century must contemplate issues beyond those of the science itself.
July 26, 2001Philosophy of Science: Chemistry
According to a Nobel prize winning scientist, chemistry is on a very human scale.
July 25, 2001Philosophy of Science: Religion and Science
Science and religion share common ground in the human condition.
July 24, 2001Weddell Seals: Calls
For Weddell seals, “every sound tells a story”.
July 23, 2001Weddell Seals: Mating
The mating game — Antarctic style.
July 20, 2001Crete: Wedding Music
Love is in the air and so is a wealth of Cretan music.
July 19, 2001Thornbugs: Size Isn’t Everything
Big sounds come from small packages.
July 18, 2001Thornbugs: Heart Throbs
For thornbugs, a plant is “the love connection”.
July 17, 2001Thornbugs: Good Vibrations
Thornbugs have a vibrational repertoire inherent to their specific life stages.
July 16, 2001Thornbugs: Listening To
For thornbugs the medium moves the message.
July 13, 2001Listener Initiative
Our listeners are invited to share their seasonal observances on our new toll-free number, 1-877-PULSE99.
July 12, 2001Weeds: Eradication
Have garden will travel.
July 11, 2001Weeds: Most Wanted
An exotic plant can be like the proverbial rotten apple.
July 10, 2001Weeds: All in the Name
What do you call a plant in the wrong place at the wrong time?
July 9, 2001Mongolia – Naadam
An 800 year old festival continues from its origin as a “boot camp.”
July 6, 2001Locusts: Avoiding Collisions
Research on locusts will someday result in an automobile collision avoidance system.
July 5, 2001Locusts: Nature
Scientists are taking a close look at what locusts do very well – get out of the way of onrushing objects.
July 4, 2001Locusts: Star Wars
Blockbuster movie plays neuroscience lab: “Action potentials” soar!!
July 3, 2001Ants & Caterpillars: Interdependence
Did you ever consider an ant to be the perfect baby-sitter?
July 2, 2001Ants & Caterpillars: Sound
Sound – and sweet excretions – are ingredients for harmonious behavior between ants and caterpillars.