Science Weekly

617 episodes · 8 with AI analysis

Twice a week, the Guardian brings you the latest science and environment news

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Sauna health benefits and cardiovascular effectsCold water immersion physiology and safetyCold shock response and acclimatizationContrast therapy and alternating hot-cold exposureObservational vs. randomized controlled trial evidence standardsMental health benefits of cold water swimmingImmune function and inflammatory markersBlood pressure and circulation improvementsPsychological and social factors in wellness practicesMedical contraindications and safety precautions

Analyzed Episodes

Apr 2, 2026

Sauna and cold plunge: where does the evidence stand?

Sauna health benefits and cardiovascular effectsCold water immersion physiology and safetyCold shock response and acclimatization

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Mar 24, 2026

What sets human consciousness apart from AI?

Consciousness studiesAI consciousness and machine sentienceInner experience and thought patterns

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Mar 18, 2026

Meningitis explained: who is most at risk?

Bacterial meningitis outbreaksMenB vaccine effectivenessUniversity student health risks

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Mar 17, 2026

What’s behind the injectable peptide craze?

Injectable peptidesGray market pharmaceuticalsBiohacking and self-optimization

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Feb 26, 2026

Can degrowth save the climate?

Green growth vs degrowth economicsCarbon emissions decoupling from GDPClimate change economic policy

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Feb 24, 2026

The truth about fat, and its complex role in our health

Adipose tissue biologyVisceral vs subcutaneous fatWhite, brown, and beige fat types

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Feb 3, 2026

Why are women turning to testosterone?

Testosterone therapy for womenMenopause treatment optionsHormone replacement therapy (HRT)

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Feb 5, 2026

‘Everything is quagga mussel now’: can invasive species be stopped?

Invasive species managementQuagga mussel invasionLake Geneva ecosystem transformation

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