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Science FridayAugust 3, 2026
The evolution of an enzyme engineer who changed chemistry
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Ira Flatow
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Science Friday and WNYC Studios
August 3, 2026
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From the light bulb to the internet, human history has been driven by innovation, and Shortwave is exploring how the technology of tomorrow will transform our future. Would you ride in a flying taxi? Will AI models fight wars? Hear about the technological frontier every Monday on TechCamp, the new series from Shortwave. Listen on the NPR app or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Science Friday
The evolution of an enzyme engineer who changed chemistry
Host: Ira Flatow
Publisher: Science Friday and WNYC Studios