Cellular Automata -— Groks Science Show 2025-12-31

Can the complexity of the universe be described in terms of a simple rule based system? On this episode, Dr. Steven Wolfram discussed cellular automata, from an interview originally aired on 10.15.03.

Fullerenes have found applications in many areas of the physical sciences, but can it also influence biological health? On this episode, Chris Burres discussed his book, Live Longer and Better.

Advances in quantum computing are based on fundamental scientific advances in condensed matter physics. On this episode, Dr. Steven Chu discussed cooling atoms with lasers, from an interview originally broadcast 02.25.04.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping all aspects of the modern world, including the military battlefield. How will AI impact future conflicts? On this episode, Col. Dr. George Dougherty discussed his book, Beast in the Machine.

Vaccines have greatly improved public health, but their continued use is being hampered by misinformation, distrust, and inequity. On this episode, Dr. Seth Berkley discussed his book, Fair Doses.

Submarines are marvels of modern technological warfare, but the story of one of the most effective, the USS Tang, has not widely known. On this episode, Tom Clavin discussed his book, Running Deep.

Navigating the medical system can be daunting when dealing with an illness. What lessons can we learn from a broader perspective? On this episode, Jonathan Gleason discussed his book, Field Guide to Falling Ill.

The Gulf of Mexico Research Initiative was set up to study the causes and impact of the Deepwater Horizon spill. What were the outcomes of this initiative? On this episode, Justin Shapiro discussed the history of the initiative.

Hormones are important regulators of our health, but often receive less attention than other major systems in the body. On this episode, Dr. Nayan Patel discussed hormone health.

The earth is influenced by the environment of the solar system, yet these factors have not been fully appreciated. On this episode, Dr. Dagomar Degroot discussed his book, Ripples on the Cosmic Ocean.