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Scientists have discovered an ancient species of bison that match some cave paintings from 30,000 years ago. Researchers have discovered that Tasmanian Devils’ milk is able to prevent fungal infections and believe that they may be able to be used to prevent golden staph and other superbugs on humans.

The world’s first baby to be born from a new procedure that combines the DNA of three people appears to be healthy, according to doctors in the US who oversaw the treatment. A new exciting discovery in kidney stone research! A study had shown that that rollercoasters may be able to help people pass kidney stones.

Atrial fibrillation is the cause for up to a third of all strokes. Now there is a smartphone app that detects abnormalities in heart rhythm and can alert you if you have the condition. A new study has come out that proves that modern Aboriginal Australians are the direct descendants of some of the first people to inhabit the continent

Alice Williamson calls Lucy Smith from London to chat about how Tasmanian Devils are evolving in order to fight a deadly and infectious face cancer.

Alice Williamson and Lucy Smith discuss new ways of treating Koala chlamydia as well as the discovery of Proxima B.

Scientists have discovered that some birds sing a different song to their eggs in hotter climates, sending a message to the eggs to develop more slowly. Is this the birds preparing for climate change? Alice also tells Lucy about a breakthrough in diabetes science, possibly eliminating the finger prick.

A new exoskeleton technology designed to help paraplegic patients walk, has shown signs of physical neural pathway reawakening. Scientists have discovered the oldest ever shark which is over 400 years old!

There has been a discovery of a super immune system, antibodies that may make people live longer and they may be able to detect and fight cancer cells. New research has shown that sunflowers actually have body clocks that work on a 24 hour cycle with the sun, and they move with an obscure growing method.

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: fairy circles found in Western Australia and a pregnant Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil discovered. 

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: a new discovery in the genetics of Dingo cross breeds and a bacteria that eats PET plastic

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: in honour of International Women's Day, Alice celebrates and speculates on the role of women in science

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: scientists produced lab-grown sperm for the first time, and coffee comes under the magnifying glass with new research suggesting a big positive for drinkers.

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: 3-D printing of organs and news on the long-extinct marsupial lion.

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: could being a morning person be genetic? And using smell receptors to create new tastes

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: the spread and treatment of the Zika Virus and a white giraffe named Ono.

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: a woman who can feel no pain and . Featuring a live and original performance by Obscura Hail. 

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: a new treatment for haemophiliacs and how restaurants can help to preserve birds.

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: ultrasonic bubbles being used to image the brain and how pigeons are being used to detect breast cancer.

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: penetrating the blood-brain barrier and the use of magnets by animals to navigate. Obscura Hail joins the show to give a live performance of the song 'Terminal'.  

Alice Williamson brings you the latest in science breakthroughs. Today's subject matter: Scientists using bees to spread pesticide and smart glasses using sound to help the blind see.