This week in science: baobab trees, lizard-inspired building and stretching eyeballs

Emily Kwong
Regina G. Barber

May 16, 2024 / 3:09 pm

NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Regina Barber and Emily Kwong of Short Wave about the origins of baobab trees, lizard-inspired construction, and why outside play is beneficial for kids' eyesight.

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This week in science: baobab trees, lizard-inspired building and stretching eyeballs

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