Friends of Periodic Table

Friends of Periodic Table

Ashwin G

Episodes 72
Avg. Duration -
Activity Dormant
Since Jan 2026
Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Daily
Format
Episodic
Consistency
45%
Hosting
feeds.megaphone.fm

Contact & Outreach

About This Podcast

Friends of the Periodic Table is a fun and friendly science podcast that brings chemistry to life. Each episode focuses on one element, sharing fun facts, real-world uses, and curious stories that make learning simple, engaging, and enjoyable.

Explore Statistics

Recent Episodes

72 - Hafnium: The Nuclear Control Metal Securing Energy

Mar 23, 2026 1m

Hafnium atomic number 72 is critical for nuclear reactor control rods aerospace alloys and semiconductor materials supporting energy security and advanced electronics

71 - Lutetium: The Precision Cancer Therapy Element

Mar 22, 2026 1m

Lutetium atomic number 71 is used in targeted cancer therapy nuclear medicine and PET scans making it a breakthrough element in precision oncology and radiopharmaceutical innovation

70 - Ytterbium: The Laser Powerhouse in Industrial Innovation

Mar 21, 2026 1m

Ytterbium atomic number 70 powers fiber lasers industrial cutting and precision machining supporting advanced manufacturing and innovation ecosystems

69 - Thulium: The Compact X-Ray Source for Modern Imaging

Mar 20, 2026 1m

Thulium atomic number 69 is used in portable X ray devices and specialized lasers enabling compact medical imaging and advanced diagnostic technologies

68 - Erbium: The Fiber Optic Signal Booster of Digital India

Mar 18, 2026 1m

Erbium atomic number 68 is used in fiber optic amplifiers telecom systems and infrared lasers supporting high speed internet and digital infrastructure

67 - Holmium: The Laser Precision Element in Modern Medicine

Mar 17, 2026 1m

Holmium atomic number 67 powers medical lasers and precision surgery making it essential for modern healthcare and advanced optical technologies

66 - Dysprosium: The Heat Shield Behind Electric Vehicles

Mar 13, 2026 1m

Dysprosium atomic number 66 is a rare earth element critical for high temperature magnets in electric vehicles and wind turbines supporting clean energy and EV growth

65 - Terbium: The Green Light Powering Energy Efficient Screens

Mar 12, 2026 1m

Terbium atomic number 65 is a rare earth element used in green phosphors magnet alloys and energy efficient lighting supporting modern display and clean energy systems

64 - Gadolinium: The MRI Contrast Metal Saving Lives

Mar 11, 2026 1m

Gadolinium atomic number 64 is used in MRI contrast agents nuclear shielding and advanced imaging making it essential for healthcare diagnostics and safety systems

63 - Europium: The Red Glow Inside Modern Displays

Mar 11, 2026 1m

Europium atomic number 63 is a rare earth used in LED screens fluorescent lighting and display phosphors making it essential for digital displays and energy efficient lighting

62 - Samarium: The Magnetic Metal Strengthening Defense Tech

Mar 09, 2026 1m

Samarium atomic number 62 is used in high temperature magnets nuclear reactors and defense systems making it critical for aerospace and advanced engineering technologies

61 - Promethium: The Rare Nuclear Element Powering Space Batteries

Mar 08, 2026 1m

Promethium atomic number 61 is a synthetic radioactive element used in isotope batteries and space research making it important for nuclear science and long duration space missions

60 - Neodymium: The Super Magnet Driving Indias EV Future

Mar 03, 2026 1m

Neodymium atomic number 60 powers high strength permanent magnets used in electric vehicles wind turbines and robotics making it central to clean energy and EV growth

59 - Praseodymium: The Magnetic Strength in Electric Mobility

Mar 02, 2026 1m

Praseodymium atomic number 59 is used in high strength magnets for electric vehicles wind turbines and aerospace engines supporting clean mobility and renewable energy

58 - Cerium: The Polishing Powerhouse of Modern Industry

Feb 26, 2026 1m

Cerium atomic number 58 supports glass polishing catalytic converters and clean fuel additives making it vital for automotive emission control and precision optics

57 - Lanthanum: The Camera Lens Metal Behind Clean Energy

Feb 25, 2026 1m

Lanthanum atomic number 57 is a rare earth used in camera lenses hybrid batteries and catalysts supporting clean energy and advanced optics manufacturing

56 - Barium: The X-Ray Contrast Metal Powering Indian Healthcare

Feb 24, 2026 1m

Barium atomic number 56 is used in X ray contrast agents oil drilling fluids and advanced ceramics making it critical for healthcare diagnostics and energy exploration in India

55 - Cesium: The Atomic Clock Element Measuring Time

Feb 23, 2026 1m

Cesium atomic number 55 powers atomic clocks GPS timing quantum navigation and telecom synchronization making it essential for precise time measurement and modern digital infrastructure

54 - Xenon: The Noble Gas Lighting Space and Medicine

Feb 22, 2026 1m

Xenon atomic number 54 is a noble gas used in satellite propulsion medical anesthesia and imaging technologies making it critical for space exploration and healthcare innovation

53 - Iodine: The Health Guardian Supporting Indias Nutrition

Feb 21, 2026 1m

Iodine atomic number 53 supports thyroid health iodized salt medical imaging and pharmaceuticals making it essential for nutrition healthcare and diagnostics in India

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Friends of Periodic Table have?

Friends of Periodic Table has published 72 episodes since January 2026, covering topics in Chemistry, Education.

Is Friends of Periodic Table still active?

Friends of Periodic Table is currently dormant with new episodes daily.

How do I contact Friends of Periodic Table for sponsorship or guest appearances?

Sign up on Grep.FM to access contact details for Friends of Periodic Table, including email and social media links.

Similar Podcasts