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Episode - Science Talk: March 19, 2008

Science Talk: March 19, 2008

25m 49s

03-18-08

Ornithologist and conservation biologist Jeffrey Wells talks about birds and their roles as markers for environmental health. He also discusses the Boreal Forest, the Boreal Birdsong Initiative, the eBird research project (that you can assist) and his new book, The Birder's Conservation Handbook. We also have a brief tribute to the late Arthur C. Clarke. Plus we'll test your knowledge of some recent science in the news. Websites mentioned on this episode include www.ebird.org; ; www.borealbirds.org<

 

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Scientific American Podcast

Scientific American Podcast

Category: Science

Last update: Mon Dec 01 15:59:53 -0800 2008

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The Scientific American Podcast is a weekly science audio show covering the latest in the world of science and technology. Join host Steve Mirsky each week as he explores cutting-edge breakthroughs and controversial issues with leading scientists and journalists. He is also an articles editor and columnist at Scientific American magazine, and his column, "Antigravity", is one of science writing's rare venues for humor. Check out the new daily podcast from Scientific American: "60 Second Science."

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