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**5 Live Science Podcast**

5 Live’s science podcast, featuring Dr Chris and Naked Scientists with the hottest science news stories and analysis.

Latest Episodes:

The Science Pub Quiz Jun 21, 2020

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The Naked Scientist team bring you a special science pub quiz, as they answer your questions.

The fifth state of matter Jun 14, 2020

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Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Science team look at the latest science news. Including: how a llama could provide help in understanding coronavirus antibodies, evidence eggs prefer some sperm over others, and growing replacement livers in a dish. Plus a quantum leap into the fifth state of matter.

The global race to find a vaccine for Covid-19 Jun 07, 2020

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Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team look back at past 6 months since the coronavirus pandemic began, and feature the global race to find a vaccine for Covid-19. Plus the app to help you shop safely, and the launch of two NASA astronauts into space on a commercial space flight.

The chemical fingerprint for COVID 19, and adapting to the "new normal". May 31, 2020

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Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team with the latest scientific developments on Coronavirus. Including the research into the chemical finger print for COVID 19, and why hydroxychloroquine trials have been suspended. Plus a special look at how we're adapting to the "new normal" for GP appointments, education and transport.

Loss of smell and coronavirus May 24, 2020

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Updates on coronavirus including how the loss of smell has now become a recognised symptom in the UK. Plus a special look at how scientific papers are published.

The Covid-19 Digital Detective May 17, 2020

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Chris Smith and the Naked Scientist team look at the NHS Covid-19 app. Plus electric cars and some ultraviolet light at the end of the tunnel.

The Science of World War II May 10, 2020

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This week on 5 Live Science, we’re bringing you a special episode, diving into the science and technology of World War II, to mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.

Within the discussion of the science and events of war, there are some parts you may find upsetting.

Coronavirus symptom trackers and plasma treatment for Covid-19 May 03, 2020

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The Naked Scientists mull over the effectiveness of a coronavirus symptom tracker app & look at the effects of treating people with covid-19 with plasma from recovered patients.

Naked Scientists: The Science Behind Wearing Face Masks Apr 26, 2020

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The Naked Scientists ask how good the science is behind wearing face masks and get some lockdown tips from an astronaut.

Naked Scientists Apr 19, 2020

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Dr Chris Smith and the Naked Science team discuss the latest developments in Science.