EPISODE · May 30, 2007 · 24 MIN
How Cargo Containers Shrank the World and Transformed Trade; and Smart Skylights
from Science Talk · host Scientific American
In this episode, Maritime History Professor Arthur Donovan talks about cargo containerization and how it transformed world markets. And architect Paul Topogna discusses skylights that change shape for more effective heating, cooling and UV control. Plus we'll test your knowledge of some recent science in the news. Websites mentioned on this episode include www.joc.com; www.fxfowle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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