"Twisters" got one thing right: We can change the weather!
To save Oklahoma from treacherous tornados, scientists in the 2024 blockbuster “Twisters” try to use a real-life technique called cloud seeding. But would this really work? Researchers have actually been using cloud seeding to modify the weather since the 1940s. For professor Katja Friedrich, it’s a promising way to address some of the issues caused by climate change.
Seeking A Scientist is a production of KCUR Studios. It's made possible with support from the Stowers Institute for Medical Research, (https://www.stowers.org/) where scientists work to accelerate our understanding of human health and disease.
It's hosted by Dr. Kate Biberdorf, AKA Kate the Chemist. (https://www.katethechemist.com/) Our senior producer is Suzanne Hogan. Our editor is Mackenzie Martin. Our digital editor is Gabe Rosenberg.
This episode was mixed by Suzanne Hogan with support from Celia Morton, Byron Love and Genevieve DesMarteau.
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