Episode 35: Part 1 Cell Life After Death, Nuclear Updates, Cheetos

The episode discusses the recent advancements in nuclear energy and the development of new technologies for producing clean energy. It also highlights the importance of sustainable energy sources and the need to address global water scarcity. Some of the key points include:

• A new plant produces lithium 500 times faster than traditional methods.
• Researchers have created a device that generates electricity from seawater.
• A solar device produces 20 liters of drinking water per day from seawater.
• Pennsylvania's nuclear energy industry is playing a critical role in providing safe and reliable carbon-free electricity.
• The US is dismantling nuclear warheads to power the next generation of reactors.
• The federal government is investing in uranium enrichment companies to help kickstart the supply chain.

Overall, the episode emphasizes the growing importance of nuclear energy and the potential for new technologies to address global energy and water challenges.

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