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Huntington's disease: Curing the incurable? Sep 25, 2025

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On Science unscripted this week, we dissect the latest research on political violence. Also, we look into what scientists are calling a breakthrough for an incurable neurodegenerative disease.

Rate my professor? No thanks. Sep 18, 2025

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Think you're getting a fair review of a teacher from a rating site? Think again. Also, two studies shed light on who wakes up more when a baby cries... and the connection between 'stereotypes' and condoning political violence.

Painkillers, pregnancy & autism — what the research says Sep 11, 2025

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A metastudy on pregnant women taking the painkiller acetaminophen is at odds with the leaked 'autism report' commissioned by US Health Secretary RFK Jr. Also, why so many people avoid information about their own health, and a beautiful obituary.

Have you lived a good life? Sep 07, 2025

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If you read enough obituaries, you might unearth what people (and society) find important about existence. What do you want yours to say?

Could a spray 'end all viruses' in humans? Aug 28, 2025

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If a coworker coughs or your partner pukes... you know you're gonna get sick. Unless an antiviral does the same thing to humans that it did to mice (and hamsters).

What can you tell from a piece of poo? Aug 21, 2025

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We're back! (And a bit jetlagged.) Join us as we discuss a foul smell at Frankfurt airport and a potentially false "report" about a president's bathroom habits.

Cool people have six things in common. Do you share them? Jul 18, 2025

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A large-scale, global study has determined the characteristics that make people cool. Be warned: Trying to be cool is not one of them.

WE'RE ON VACATION! Jul 18, 2025

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Science unscripted will go quiet for a few weeks as Gabe & Conor — and hopefully you as well — enjoy the summer holidays. If you have an insight, epiphany or scientific question in the meantime (or you just want to forward a meme), feel free to send them to su@dw.com, or leave a comment for us at DW Podcasts on YouTube!

Pay attention to Peter Thiel's narrative Jul 04, 2025

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When an influential right-wing thinker tells a story of human history, 'stagnation' and the 'Antichrist'... question his premise and maybe consult a narratologist.

How long do you want to live? Jun 26, 2025

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If you could take two pills (once a week) and live 30% longer, would you? Because a study on mice using drugs approved for humans suggests you may have to answer this question soon.

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