Batteries are one of the most life-changing technologies we have. But even though they dictate our technological advancements, the energy we use, and life as we know it, their production also limits us. Guests Donald Sadoway of MIT and Linda Ga

Finding Failures, Saving Lives

Jun 10th, 2021 21m 39s

Take an inside look at Zipline, an ambitious drone delivery company, from the perspective of the person whose job is to find the company’s technological flaws — and fix them before lives are on the line.Modulus https://twitter.com/modulusmagHos

Deciphering the Mind of the Octopus

Apr 30th, 2021 22m 44s

Understanding octopus intelligence requires stepping outside the notion of intelligence as we know it. Two octopus experts explain how they understand the curious creatures in this episode.Modulus https://twitter.com/modulusmagHostsBrian McManu

Mystery of the Booming Sands

Mar 30th, 2021 23m 39s

A haunting sound produced by sand dunes at only around 30 sites in the world has proven a mystery for centuries. That is, until Caltech professor Melany Hunt began taking groups of students into the desert to finally figure it out.Modulus https

Mohawk Guy

Feb 17th, 2021 26m 56s

NASA engineer Bobak Ferdowsi’s work — and hair — thrust him into the national spotlight following the successful deployment of NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover. He’s taking us inside the arc of his career, the make-or-break moments behind Curiosity,

Working Under Pressure

Jan 18th, 2021 23m 17s

Through advancements in technology, divers have been able to test the limits of the human body with a technique that allows people to live underwater. It’s a harrowing, sometimes deadly, and exhilarating experience, according to those who have

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Modulus Trailer

Dec 8th, 2020 1m 34s

Modulus is hosted by Brian and Stephanie from YouTube's Real Engineering and Real Science channels. Modulus is a podcast for engineers, scientists, researchers, and STEM enthusiasts who want an inside look at the work that moves humankind forwa

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