CrowdScience

BBC World Service

We take your questions about life, Earth and the universe to researchers hunting for answers at the frontiers of knowledge.

Episodes 27

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May 1 · 26 min
Why can't I recognise faces?
Face blindness affects 1 in 50 people. But what’s the cause?
April 24 · 26 min
Do animals hold funerals?
Do animals mourn the dead?
April 17 · 26 min
Why does salt taste so good?
Why do people crave salty foods?
April 10 · 29 min
When will the next super-volcano erupt?
If a supervolcano erupts, will we get a warning?
April 3 · 26 min
Will rabbits become super predators?
How do invasive species evolve?
March 27 · 26 min
Could AI present CrowdScience?
AI is predicted to replace some human jobs – could it host this show?
March 20 · 26 min
Can I unlock my car using my head?
Wireless keys work better if you press them against your skull. But why?

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