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Using tree rings to pinpoint ancient natural disasters (opens the original)
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Evidence found in tree rings has uncovered massive mudflows that shaped the Pacific Northwest 500 years ago. University of Arizona researcher Bryan Black discusses how seismic activity that rocked Mount Rainier in the 16th century turned the landscape into what we see today. Bryan Black spoke with Tim Swindle, professor emeritus of Planetary Science at the University of Arizona.
Exploring exoplanets with the Pandora Space Telescope (opens the original)
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The latest in a series of outer space observatories is sending back images and data from Earth orbit. University of Arizona planetary scientist Daniel Apai discusses the new Pandora Space Telescope, and what it is expected to tell astronomers about exoplanets and their atmospheres. Daniel Apai spoke with Tim Swindle, professor emeritus of Planetary Science at the University of Arizona.
Searching for breakthroughs in generating fusion energy (opens the original)
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Nuclear fusion holds the promise of solving the world's energy challenges. University of Arizona researcher Tomas Diaz de la Rubia discusses the latest breakthroughs in developing nuclear fusion and how it has advantages over currently-operating nuclear power plants.Tomas Diaz de la Rubia spoke with Tim Swindle, professor emeritus of Planetary Science at the University of Arizona.
Exploring an ancient fossil mystery in South America (opens the original)
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Scientists have spent decades studying whale fossils found on land near the Chile's Pacific coast. University of Arizona Geosciences professor Barbara Carrapa discusses how volcanic activity in the Andes Mountains actually led to the demise of the whales seven million years ago. Barbara Carrapa spoke with Erika Hamden, professor of Astrophysics at the University of Arizona.
Looking at the connection between evolution and aging (opens the original)
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Evolution plays a role in why some species have more longevity than others. University of Arizona molecular scientist George Sutphin discusses how the process of aging produces what is naturally best for animals ranging from sharks to humans.George Sutphin spoke with Erika Hamden, astrophysicist at the University of Arizona.
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