A Culture of Growth: The Origins of the Modern Economy

A Culture of Growth by Joel Mokyr

From Faraday to Volta, there are plenty of amazing stories when it comes to the history of physics. So how do you teach it best to grab the intention of learners? We speak with Kathy Joseph, host of the YouTube channel Kathy Love Physics and author of The Lightning Tamers: True Stories of the Dreamers and Schemers WhoHarnessed Electricity and Transformed Our World to learn more. About Kathy Joseph Kathy Joseph splits her time between writing her next book, making documentary videos based on her books for her YouTube channel, Kathy Loves Physics, and giving talks about the history of science. Kathy holds multiple advanced degrees in physics and engineering and lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. Learn more at http://www.KathyLovesPhysics.com Hosted by https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/team/ben-newsome/ from https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice &amp; pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas &amp; challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode?  Share it!

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Teaching Physics through History with Kathy Joseph

This beautifully designed, interactive nonfiction work celebrates North American Indigenous thinkers and inventions—perfect for fans of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer.  ​

"An astonishing, exuberant treasure trove of history, science and hands-on activities that repeatedly begs the question: "Why didn't I know this?" Essential for kids and adults. We need this book." —Candace Fleming, award-winning author of The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh and The Family Romanov

Corn. Chocolate. Fishing hooks. Boats that float. Insulated double-walled construction. Recorded history and folklore. Life-saving disinfectant. Forest fire management. Our lives would be unrecognizable without these, and countless other, scientific discoveries and technological inventions from Indigenous North Americans.

Spanning topics from transportation to civil engineering, hunting technologies, astronomy, brain surgery, architecture, and agriculture, Indigenous Ingenuity is a wide-ranging STEM offering that answers the call for Indigenous nonfiction by reappropriating hidden history. The book includes fun, simple activities and experiments that kids can do to better understand and enjoy the principles used by Indigenous inventors. Readers of all ages are invited to celebrate traditional North American Indigenous innovation, and to embrace the mindset of reciprocity, environmental responsibility, and the interconnectedness of all life. 

A Junior Library Guild Selection

Available May 9, 2023 from Hachette Audio as a digital download, and in Print and Ebook from Christy Ottaviano Books. 

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Indigenous Ingenuity by Deidre Havrelock and Edward Kay Read by Erin Tripp - Audiobook Excerpt

It is difficult to imagine a not-so-distant past when deadly diseases were a routine part of life. Even more astonishing is the fact that during that time, prevailing medical beliefs attributed these diseases to harmful miasmas, bodily humors, and divine dyspepsia. However, a groundbreaking revelation occurred with the discovery of the world of microorganisms, which led to the understanding that these tiny organisms might be responsible for transmitting and spreading diseases. These pivotal discoveries and understandings paved the way for numerous measures and techniques to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases.

The history of epidemics and humanity's progress in combating these diseases is full of captivating stories. In his new book, "Ending Epidemics: A History of Escape from Contagion," prolific author Richard Conniff outlines how our comprehension and prevention of some of the most devastating infectious diseases have advanced, consequently doubling the average life expectancy. In this episode of Bridging the Gaps, I speak with Richard Conniff, delving into moments of inspiration and innovation, decades marked by unwavering determination, and periods of profound suffering that have spurred individuals, institutions, and governments to take action in the pursuit of public health.

Richard Conniff is a prolific author of several non-fiction books and many articles for magazines such as National Geographic, Simthsonian, and Time. He is a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times, and a former commentator on NPR's “All Things Considered”. He has won the National Magazine Award. He has also written and presented nature programmes for National Geographic television, the Discovery channel and the BBC. 



Our conversation begins with an exploration of how communities in old days grappled with epidemics, given their limited understanding of the causes behind such widespread outbreaks. We delve into the intricate ways in which communities tried to comprehend and interpret illnesses before the pivotal discoveries of microorganisms and germs. An engaging segment follows, chronicling the efforts of early pioneers who harnessed the power of microscopes to identify microorganisms believed to be responsible for various diseases.

One captivating narrative we explore revolves around the remarkable utilization of cowpox to foster immunity against smallpox—an extraordinary breakthrough in the history of medicine. However, we also address the resistance encountered by these novel ideas and concepts. We then delve into the emergence of the concept of immunity, the discovery of microorganisms, and the subsequent development of vaccines and antibiotics. Additionally, we discuss the profound realization that improved sanitary conditions are indispensable for safeguarding public health.

Naturally, our conversation turns towards the recent Covid-19 epidemic, examining humanity's response to this global crisis. Richard offers a significant insight that despite our enhanced capabilities in dealing with epidemics, these formidable diseases persist and may pose future threats if we fail to remain vigilant to the dangers they present.


Complement this discussion with “Cloud Empires: Governing State-like Digital Platforms and Regaining Control with Professor Vili Lehdonvirta” available at:  
https://www.bridgingthegaps.ie/2023/01/cloud-empires-governing-state-like-digital-platforms-and-regaining-control-with-professor-vili-lehdonvirta/
And then listen to  ““Kendall Square and the Making of a Global Innovation Hub” with Robert Buderi” available at: 
https://www.bridgingthegaps.ie/2023/05/kendall-square-and-the-making-of-a-global-innovation-hub-with-robert-buderi/

“Ending Epidemics: A History of Escape from Contagion” with Richard Conniff

As the History of Science Society approaches its centennial celebration in 2024, its members reflect on the past 100 years of the profession, its fascinations and preoccupations, and its possible future in an increasingly globalized world. HSS@100 is produced in partnership with the History of Science Society.

Where has the Society been and where will it go next? Our first episode, hosted by HSS President Fa-ti Fan, kicks the series off with a discussion between HSS Presidents past, present, and future. Fan is joined by past Presidents Bernard Lightman and Jan Golinski, and current Vice President, Evelynn Hammonds. The group discusses what the history of science has meant to them, the value of history of science scholarship, and how the Society and its diverse members can expand understanding of the scientific enterprise and the contexts in which science is practiced.

History of Science Society at 100: Society Presidents

An excerpt from the book Parvaiz-e-takhayyul (The Elevation of Reason) by Dr. Arif Ali. An Urdu book for children on the history of the Nobel prize. Dr. Arif Ali is a renowned molecular biologist and the founder of the Department of Biotechnology at Jamia Millia Islamia. 

Published by the historic Inami Kitab Ghar under the aegis of Barkat Ali Firaq Trust for Education and Research. New Delhi, India.

Book Release - Parvaz-e-takhayyul, by Dr. Arif Ali (Excerpt in author's voice)

Today we know that virtually all stars within our Galaxy emit radio waves. Using modern radio telescopes, astronomers routinely study these stellar radio waves to better understand how stars form, how they evolve, and how they die.  However, for early radio astronomers, it was an enormous challenge to detect
even the nearest radio star---the Sun. 

In this episode, we hear from astronomer and historian Dr. Ken Kellermann of the National Radio Astronomy Observatory about some of the pioneers of early radio astronomy, including Karl Jansky and Grote Reber, the challenges they faced, and how their work paved the way for current-day astronomers to use radio waves as a vital tool for understanding the astrophysics of Sun and other stars.

Astronomy's First Radio Stars

Dr Claas Kirchhelle from University College Dublin will be giving the Hot Topic Lecture: "Faecal Flows – a very short history of microbiology, sewers, and Britain's rivers (ca.1850-2023)" at this years Annual Conference. Clare spoke to Claas to find out how he's feeling ahead of his lecture and to pick his brain about his intriguing research area.
 
If you're at Annual Conference this year, you can catch Claas' Hot topic Lecture at 8:45 on Thursday 11 April. Alternatively, Claas' lecture will be available online after Annual Conference.

Behind the lecture with Dr Claas Kirchhelle

 This week on the Global Research News Hour, as the wildfires in Manitoba and across Canada are raising concerns and has many figures pointing to Climate Change as a major culprit, we resurrect an earlier interview pertaining to secret technology being used that not only affects forest fires, but also weather, earthquakes, hurricanes and even shockingly people! We will speak to the author of the Geoengineering trilogy and discuss the fourth book, “The Geoengineered TransHuman: The Hidden Technologies of HAARP, Chemtrails, 5G/6G, nanotechnology, Synthetic Biology, and the Scientific Effort to Transform Humanity.”

End Goal of Geoengineering - Control of the Earth, and All of Humanity

The Microbiology Society is a membership organisation for scientists who work in all areas of microbiology.

In-depth conversations with researchers, explorers and thought leaders from around the world, on cutting edge research and original ideas. 

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Fizzics Education exists to deliver engaging science to any audience, anywhere!

We've been a leading Australian provider of interactive science workshops and shows since 2004, delivering inspiring science programs to approximately 300,000 children each year via incursion and video conference across 400 schools and public spaces throughout Australia and around the world. Our science presentations are run in schools and in non-traditional environments such as movie cinemas, shopping centers, libraries, juvenile justice centers, hospitals, park lands, sports stadiums, retirement homes, university theaters and any other facility able to accommodate large or small groups of people.

Founded in 1905, Princeton University Press is a nonprofit publisher with close connections to Princeton University. The Press brings influential voices and ideas to the world stage through their academic scholarship, advancing the frontiers of scholarly knowledge and promoting the human conversation.

A new public events series from the Consortium for History of Science, Technology and Medicine brings historical perspective to contemporary issues and concerns.

In the public forums, historians and other specialists speak about culturally relevant topics in front of a live audience at Consortium member institutions. Forum subjects range from medical consumerism to public trust in science and technology. Videos of these events are also available at chstm.org.

In podcast episodes, authors of new books in the history of science, technology, and medicine respond to questions from readers with a wide variety of backgrounds and expertise. These conversations illuminate the utility and relevance of the past in light of current events.

When we think of starlight, we typically think of the visible light stars emit against the backdrop of the night sky. But did you know that virtually all stars also emit radio waves?

"Radio Stars" is a podcast series that explores how observations at radio wavelengths reveal surprising new insights into the lives and deaths of stars in our Galaxy.

In this series, you will have a chance to discover more about how radio observations are revealing previously hidden secrets in the lives of some of the most familiar stars in the sky.

The Radio Stars podcasts have been funded by a series of grants from the National Science Foundation to Dr. Lynn D. Matthews, Principal Research Scientist at MIT Haystack Observatory.

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