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New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — in just under 15 minutes. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join hosts Emily Kwong and Regina Barber for science on a different wavelength.

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  • 10 breakthrough technologies to expect in 2026

    10 breakthrough technologies to expect in 2026
    Jan 16 2026
    Wanna know where tech is headed this year? MIT Technology Review has answers. They compile an annual list called "10 Breakthrough Technologies". Today, host Regina G. Barber speaks with executive editor Amy Nordrum about the list, and they get into everything from commercial space stations and base-edited babies to batteries that could make electric vehicles even more green. We also do a lightning round of honorable mentions you won't want to miss out on!


    Check out the full list from MIT Technology Review.

    Interested in more science? Check out our episode on last year’s top 10 technologies to watch and our episode on building structures in space.

    Email us your questions at shortwave@npr.org.

    Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.

    This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited and fact-checked by Rebecca Ramirez. The audio engineer was Robert Rodriguez.

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    13 m
  • When is your brain actually an "adult"?

    When is your brain actually an "adult"?
    Jan 14 2026
    There’s this idea that something happens in the human brain when we turn 25. Suddenly, we can rent a car without fees. Make rational decisions. We may even regret some of our past… indiscretions. All because we’re developed…right? Well, a recent paper in the journal Nature suggests that may not be the case. Neuroscientists found four distinct turning points in brain development across the human lifespan – and that the brain may be in its “adolescent” phase until about the age of 32.


    Interested in more of the science inside your brain? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.


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    This episode was produced by Rachel Carlson. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Kwesi Lee.

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    14 m
  • The ozone layer is still healing…thanks to science

    The ozone layer is still healing…thanks to science
    Jan 13 2026
    In the mid-1980s, scientists published a startling finding–a giant hole in the ozone layer over Antarctica. That’s the protective shield that blocks large amounts of harmful UV radiation. And without it, the rate of cancer, cataracts and crop failure would skyrocket. Today on the show, we dive into ozone science and examine how scientists successfully sounded the alarm and solved an Antarctic mystery.

    Check out our episode on an Antarctic plankton mystery. And, listen to our monthly series Nature Quest.

    Interested in more atmospheric science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.

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    This episode was produced by Berly McCoy. It was edited by Rebecca Ramirez. Tyler Jones checked the facts. The audio engineer was Becky Brown.

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First time I am listening and definitely won’t be the last. This podcast is a gem not to be missed. Thanks for the creativity!

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