Opinionated Science Episode 23: Mind Palaces, Artificial Sight and Invading Squirrels

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Published: March 12, 2021

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In this episode, the TN team round up some of the best and weirdest science from the last month. We investigate some innovative methods being used to control invasive squirrels, a new technology that could partially restore sight and an innovative memory technique beloved by ancient greeks, memory maestros and TV detectives.

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

Read more from this podcast:

Gene-Editing Approach To Control the Invasive Gray Squirrel

Retinal Implants Give Artificial Vision to Blind People

Sherlock’s Mind Palace Technique Explains “Memory Athletes'” Incredible Recall

Colombia’s cocaine hippos and the complex impacts of invasive species

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Lucy Lawrence

Senior Digital Content Producer

Lucy Lawrence is the Senior Digital Content Producer at Technology Networks. Her unwavering belief in the transformative power of science drives her to create exceptional content that educates, inspires, and entertains.

Molly Campbell

Senior Science Writer

Molly Campbell is a senior science writer at Technology Networks. She holds a first-class honors degree in neuroscience. In 2021 Molly was shortlisted for the Women in Journalism Georgina Henry Award.

Ruairi J Mackenzie

RJ is a freelance science writer based in Glasgow. He covers biological and biomedical science, with a focus on the complexities and curiosities of the brain and emerging AI technologies. RJ was a science writer at Technology Networks for six years. RJ has a Master’s degree in Clinical Neurosciences from the University of Cambridge.