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Jun 2022
51m 3s

70 Years of Science Innovation

Bbc Radio 5 Live
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Chris Smith looks at the scientific highlights from the 70 years of the Queen's reign, as well as why teenage girls are more likely to develop depression than teenage boys. Plus, tidal power is the next alternative energy source under the microscope.

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