Welcome to episode 022 of Not a Buffalo where our discussion ranges from elemental discoveries from the 1950s all the way to the possible future habitation of a planet not too far away. Ben has a story about the incredible science of stem cells and a new breakthrough that could change the lives of millions. Jack has been reading about a new discovery in our closest stellar neighbour, Alpha Centauri and tells us about some renewed interest in the element, Einsteinium. We also have a story about duckweed, a little plant that could help us solve some big problems.
New Planet
<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/feb/10/astronomers-hopes-raised-by-glimpse-of-possible-new-planet-alpha-centauri">https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/feb/10/astronomers-hopes-raised-by-glimpse-of-possible-new-planet-alpha-centauri</a>
<a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-021-21176-6">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-021-21176-6</a>
Einsteinium
<a href="https://www.livescience.com/einsteinium-experiments-uncover-chemical-properties.html">https://www.livescience.com/einsteinium-experiments-uncover-chemical-properties.html</a>
Duckweed
<a href="https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/02/210201090829.htm">https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/02/210201090829.htm</a>
Stem Cells
<a href="https://phys.org/news/2021-01-scientists-closer-smart-stem-cells.html">https://phys.org/news/2021-01-scientists-closer-smart-stem-cells.html</a>

023 A Swirlon Matter

When headlines focus so much on tragedy, it can be easy to miss the kernels of hope. Two friends, Jack and Ben delve beyond the doom and gloom to discuss the science and technology stories you may have missed. From medical breakthroughs to wacky gizmos to just plain awesome science, this podcast will give you the perfect response to the next person who says the world is going mad.