Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky Archive

Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 29
An advance in the treatment of chronic pain…a whole new class of pain medications is on the way to help people cope, without the use of opioids. That story in…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 28
A new therapy uses a cancer patient's own T-cells to fight the deadly disease. Find out more about this potential breakthrough in this edition of Science Today with Dr. Rich…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 27
Investigation of UFOs enters mainstream science, with the creation of special observatories. The goal is not to dismiss serial phenomenon, but to properly identify and characterize what they are...or what…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 26
Research suggests cancer rates are on the increase among members of Generation X. Is it a wake-up call for that age group? Also in this month's Science Today, Dr. Rich…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 25
Fingerprints, DNA, even eyewitness identification. Research into forensic science now suggests those forms of ID may not be as reliable as they seem toward correct criminal convictions. Also in this…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 24
Researchers report the first signs of a new blood test that could detect so-called Long-COVID. Meanwhile, honeybees are now being vaccinated against a disease that's decimated their numbers. Also in…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 23
It's a scene straight out of Star Wars! A prosthetic arm that can feel hot and cold, just like Luke Skywalker's. But now, it's not just part of a science…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 22
The Avian Flu has hit the Galapagos Islands, home for some of nature's rarest bird species. What are worldwide science journals saying about it? Also in this edition of Science…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 21
Another remarkable breakthrough in genetic therapy is featured in this month's Science Today. From the worldwide science journals, Dr. Rich Kopecky tells us how a new drug can alter the…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 20
A new study shows that even modest amounts of physical activity can benefit us greatly...it doesn't always take hours in the gym! Also, this month, Dr. Rich Kopecky brings us…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 19
2023 will go down as one of the hottest years on record. In this month's Science Today, Dr. Rich Kopecky tells us how worldwide science journals are assessing the global…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 18
This month's Science Today has new research and new strategies to help two endangered species: amphibians, and our beautiful coral reefs around the world. Also from the pages of worldwide…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 17
This edition of Science Today is all about genetics. From the worldwide science journals, Dr. Rich Kopecky brings us an article about gene therapy. For all its promise, there hasn’t…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 16
Renewable energy...as more of it goes into our electrical grid it becomes increasingly tricky to manage. Find out how utilities are handling it in this month's edition of Science Today.…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 15
How is an African country able to use renewable energy to generate nearly half of all of its electricity? Find out in this month's edition of Science Today with Dr.…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 14
How psychologists are seeking new tools to better detect depression and suicide risk among adolescent boys. Plus, what long-living whales are telling us about DNA repair and cancer prevention. Those…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 13
After mainly ignoring them for some time, astronomers are now studying so-called "oddball" black holes, and they're coming up with some fascinating findings about this space phenomenon in general. Also…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 12
It's called the Artificial Intelligence "chatbot" that's changing everything, but how is ChatGPT affecting our children's education? Dr. Rich Kopecky brings us an interesting study on the subject from the…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 11
Microplastic particles are present in our bodies. Where do they come from and are they harmful? Plus, a new treatment for painful endometriosis, and what confirmed volcanic activity on Venus…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 10
Scientists now know how each one of us got our own unique fingerprint. And, scarce water in the U.S. West is driving more and more irrigation-less farming. But are the…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 9
Dinosaur fossils for sale...and why that endangers the future of natural history museums. Also this month, a new key (from ancient Rome) to the future of eco-friendly construction, and new…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 8
How our cellphones can help transportation agencies better monitor the condition of the bridges we drive on. Plus, why scientists are saying we are closer than ever to a virtually…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 7
The Moon, Mars, and beyond! Where do we go from here? This month's edition of Science Today explores the past and future of manned space flight. Also this month, Dr.…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 6
In this edition of Science Today, Dr. Rich Kopecky introduces us to three young scientists who are having a great impact in their respective fields. Plus, a potential breakthrough in…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 5
In this edition of Science Today, more fascinating findings from the worldwide science journals, as Dr. Rich Kopecky brings us new information on Long COVID: who is most-likely to get…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 4
In this edition of Science Today, Dr. Rich Kopecky brings us unexpected insights into the worsening severity of recent hurricanes, along with many other interesting findings from worldwide science journals.…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 3
In this edition of Science Today, Dr. Rich Kopecky tells us about new research on a virus that could be the key to defeating Multiple Sclerosis. Also, new information from…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Episode 2
Community FM · Science Today- Episode 2 In this month’s episode of Science Today, host Dr. Rich Kopecky has big news about some small bacteria, we learn what makes the…read more →
Science Today with Dr. Rich Kopecky – Premiere Episode
Every month on Community FM, join Dr. Rich Kopecky as he guides us through some of the most interesting new findings from worldwide science journals.  read more →