The Science of Santa Episode 34 by Stefanie Vogt (Click here to...




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Summary: The Science of Santa Episode 34 by Stefanie Vogt (Click here to directly access the MP3) (Access the full text transcript) How does Santa Claus deliver presents to children around the world in a single night?  With the help of science, of course!  Einstein’s theory of relativity, nanotechnology, and interdimensional wormholes could be the keys to a happy Christmas morning. Listen to the podcast to learn more… Check out these neat Santa websites: The NORAD Santa Tracker Google’s Santa Tracker (including the Android app) Santa’s Twitter account Dr. Larry Silverberg’s Santa webpage Stefanie Vogt is a PhD student studying microbiology at the University of Alberta and an alumna of the 2012 Banff Science Communications Program.  She has shared her love of science with thousands of kids by organizing science competitions, science activities in rural Alberta, and a science-themed Harry Potter Day.  Follow her on Twitter: @StefanieVogt.