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The strangest inventions ever made

The strangest inventions ever made

Update: 2024-11-11
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National Science Week, and in that spirit, what are the world’s most weird and wonderful inventions?

Joining Seán to discuss her top picks is Director of Research for Society at Research Ireland, Ruth Freeman.

For more information on events across Science Week, check out scienceweek.ie. With thanks to Research Ireland.

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