University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: Julius Robert Mayer
A discussion of Mayer's colaboration with Robert Joule and the ultimate development of the first law of thermodynamics. Interesting, anecdotal and well-written. Includes some biographical information. (Text is the actual radio transcript...
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Military Energy Use
Military leaders are fighting a battle of a different kind -- over rising energy use and logistics issues. We'll talk about efforts to increase efficiency and move to greener energy sources within the armed forces.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: In Battle of the Bulbs, It"s Watts vs. Lumens
How will energy efficiency standards affect light bulb design?
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Inventors Design Lamp Powered Entirely by Gravity
The gravity-powered device uses a weight to generate up to 30 minutes of light as it descends.