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Febuary 16th - 28th Radio Shows
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Mon., Feb. 17 Komodo Dragon’s Secret Weapon: Although the Komodo dragon is not the fastest or strongest animal in its remote island habitat, it is at the top of the food chain.Tues., Feb. 18 Tackling Tooth Decay: If you have a sweet tooth, you have a demolition team at work in your mouth. A quick fix may be just around the corner.
Weds., Feb. 19 Tahiti in Your Mouth: Your mouth is a haven for many friendly microbes.
Thurs., Feb. 20 Bacteria Acquisition: Babies are born bacteria-free. The acquisition of bacteria begins a few hours after birth.
Fri., Feb. 21 Working the Light Bacteria: There are many species of bacteria living in seawater. One light-emitting species works with the bobtail squid to create an elaborate camouflage technique.
Mon., Feb. 24 Mummies: Some of the oldest mummies in the world are found in the Andes Mountains of South America, and they are providing clues about health and diseases today.
Tues., Feb. 25 Stonewashed Jeans: Getting jeans to feel soft and comfortable used to be a bang-up process. Now it involves a simple enzyme bath.Weds., Feb. 26 Killer Viruses: Scientists are altering viruses to fight bacteria that cause illness.
Thurs., Feb. 27 Yeast and Aging: New yeast research may hold the key to a longer and healthier human life.
Fri., Feb. 28 E.Coli Fimbraie: This bacterium is covered with sticky, hair-like appendages that prevent it from going with the flow.
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