Short Wave 

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.<br><br><em>If you're hooked, try Short Wave Plus. Your subscription supports the show and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. Learn more at </em><em>plus.npr.org/</em><em>shortwave</em>

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Coffee is complex. Can science standardize it for the better?	2026-05-01
NASA is practicing moonwalks. When are we going back?	2026-04-29
Set up solar, or save a tree? It’s complicated	2026-04-28
The mystery that led this family to get their stomachs removed	2026-04-27
Why a chimp 'civil war' shows how societies collapse	2026-04-24
Where did our moon come from?	2026-04-22
Eating disorder recovery in a diet culture world	2026-04-21
These voicemails save lives	2026-04-20
The psychology behind why you dread small talk	2026-04-17
A new approach to brain health, one neuron at a time	2026-04-15
Is there still a gender gap in medical research?	2026-04-14
Are you pooping all wrong?	2026-04-13
Who's to blame for all this plastic?	2026-04-10
Quantum physics is for everybody	2026-04-08
Why are bees special? We get inside a hive to find out	2026-04-07
The world is running out of helium — again	2026-04-06
Never had the flu? Scientists may know why	2026-04-03
Why is NASA going to the moon again?	2026-04-01
Predicting spring bloom is an art and a science	2026-03-31
Space news: Project Hail Mary, Artemis, data centers	2026-03-30

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