I migliori Medical Research podcast (2024)

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Diabetes - Painful neuropathy, atrial fibrillation and global health research: An update 1:05:28

13d ago1:05:28

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The Association of Physicians of Great Britain and Ireland presents a comprehensive exploration of diabetes complications, hosted by Dr Uazman Alam, Reader at the University of Liverpool and Honorary Consultant Physician in Internal Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology. Professor Gregory Lip examines the critical relationship between atrial fibrill…

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Risk and Reward in Alzheimer's disease 47:09

1y ago47:09

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Alzheimer's Disease Risk and Reward When they hear about my work as a neurodegeneration researcher, people always ask me about Alzheimer's disease risk factors. What really causes Alzheimer's disease? Plaque and tangle buildup The truth is there's no one secret to staving off dementia, other than living your best life. This doesn't mean following e…

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Deep Brain Degeneration in Alzheimer’s Disease with Dr. Lea Grinberg & Research Team 2:05:48

1+ y ago2:05:48

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Deep Brain Degeneration in Alzheimer’s Disease with Dr. Lea Grinberg & Research Team Losing Control from the Locus Coeruleus, starring Jonathan Chen, Felipe Pereira, and Ian Oh This episode kicks off a series all about my recent work in neurodegenerative disease, with a an emphasis on Alzheimer’s disease, a devastating and complex dementia and a ma…

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Season 2 Episode 1: Neural Networks on Noradrenaline 1:20:58

3y ago1:20:58

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This episode is about neural networks on noradrenaline- the key neuromodulator known to flip almost every switch in the brain! Drs. Esteban Oryarzabal and Connor Wander break down how noradrenaline, or norepinephrine help regulate brain states useful for attention and task-switching. The studies here cover a whole new way to interpret brain imaging…

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Introducing AoPcasts 1:16

4y ago1:16

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Welcome to the Association of Physicians (AoP) podcast series AoPcasts: Bringing you the latest in medical research. The AoPcasts is a fascinating series of podcasts bringing cutting edge medical research to new audiences. Produced by the AoP and hosted by science broadcaster Vivienne Parry, the series will explore some of the major themes debated …

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Infections old and new - has the COVID pandemic made us better prepared for the future? 44:16

4y ago44:16

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Welcome to our first episode of AoPcasts: Bringing you the latest in medical research. The AoP membership is now open to all interested in the translational research effort; with AoPcasts we aim to extend this ethos by sharing insights, experience and guidance from the experts from our field to our community. In this episode, hosted by Vivienne Par…

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Ep56- Unlocking Genetic Regulation 50:47

4+ y ago50:47

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VIDEO WITH VISUAL AIDS ON YOUTUBE!! How did you get so put together? DNA is the blueprint, but it doesn't determine everything. DNA gets turned into RNA, and then finally into proteins that help build your body and brain. But there are SO many steps in that process that affect the final product- you. The sum of these steps is a process called genet…

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Ep55- Fetal Vulnerability to Cannabis and Alcohol 53:54

5y ago53:54

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Marijuana and other cannabis products are becoming increasingly available across the country, and while compounds like CBD have been shown to be safe and even helpful in adults, the side effects of cannabis products are relatively unknown when it comes to the developing fetus. We've known that alcohol causes birth defects for over 40 years, causing…

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E54- Supermassive Black Holes in Dwarf Galaxies 1:11:08

5y ago1:11:08

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This week's episode is about the big things in life- specifically, supermassive black holes in dwarf galaxies! Connor Wander sits down with Mugdha Polimera from UNC to talk about her work studying supermassive black holes and how their frequency in dwarf (smaller) galaxies can teach us about the formation of the universe. She quite literally looks …

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Ep 53 - How Bacteria Survive the Immune System 39:11

5y ago39:11

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This episode is all about bad bugs. Specifically, a flesh-eating bacteria strain called Staphylococcus aureus (S.aureus). S. aureus is a very common bacteria that's best known for becoming resistant to antibiotics, and becoming MRSA. Bacteria and the immune system are always at war with each other. Antibiotics can give the body the edge in this bat…

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Ep 52 - Diabetes and Placental Epigenetics 51:56

5y ago51:56

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This weeks episode combines several topics you may have heard of, but never thought about in the same context! Diabetes and epigenetics are two well-researched topics, but not in the context of fetal development. During pregnancy, the placenta is the highway that connects a mother and fetus, so when epigenetics act on the placenta, they could have …

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Ep. 51 – New Cancer Therapies & Targeting Cancer Biology 1:30:38

5y ago1:30:38

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Join Lebaron (Lee) Agostini and Connor Wander in our FIRST VIDEO episode! This episode is all about Cancer Biology. Lee studies experimental cancer therapies for pancreatic cancer. New cancer therapies called combination or synergystic cancer therapies use multiple drug types to shut down, corner, and eliminate cancer cells in the body. The full vi…

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Ep.50 - Alzheimer's disease FAQ 1:08:43

5y ago1:08:43

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What is Alzheimer's disease? Who can get Alzheimer's, and how does the disease progress? Maya Gostyla and Connor Wander break down the state of Alzheimer's disease treatments, risk factors, and potential breakthroughs in the field. Related Episodes If you like this episode, we have tons of podcasts on Alzheimer's disease! You can hear more about Ma…

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Ep. 49 - Alzheimer's disease overview with Konner Blunt 1:48:31

5+ y ago1:48:31

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This week's episode is with the host of The Blunt Report podcast: Konner Blunt. Connor and Konner talked about ALzheimer's disease, the experience of podcasting, science communication, and Jiu Jitsu among other things. Check out The Blunt Report here: http://www.thebluntreport.com/ More about Alzheimer's disease: https://www.straightfromascientist.…

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Ep. 48- Are Herbal Supplements Effective? Using Modern Science to Investigate Ancient Medicines with Tayler Catherine 51:34

5+ y ago51:34

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Tayler is a PhD candidate in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Murdoch University in Perth, Western Australia. Her research focuses on the pharmacology and toxicology of supposed ‘fertility-boosting’ herbal supplements on sperm cells, using flow cytometry to elucidate their effects at a cellular level. She is also a science communicator in her …

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Ep. 47- Genetic Big data for Personalized Medicine with Sean Jackewicz 51:44

5+ y ago51:44

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Sean Jackewicz is a research student at the University of Georgia who is studying for his degree in Genetics, with the goal of being a medical doctor. Sean's research in the lab has focused on cancer development and cancer therapies, while his work outside of the lab focuses on the role of genomics in people's lives. Sean is currently leading the d…

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Ethics of Medical Research on Animals 13:55

5+ y ago13:55

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Another Episode from The Debate Society. Kick back and Relax as an issue is addressed from both sides of the story. Enjoy !!

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Ep. 46- Stimulate Your Brain for Better Mental Health 41:49

5+ y ago41:49

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Alzheimer's disease is a terrifying neurodegenerative disorder characterized by impaired memory, cognitive deficits, and neuronal loss. With few treatments and no cure after decades of research, scientists are starting to think outside the box for better ways to ward off Alzheimer's disease. In this episode, we discuss the links between mental heal…

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Ep. 45: Applications and Limitations of GWAS with Dr. Liz Tunbridge 23:04

5+ y ago23:04

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Genome-wide association studies, or GWAS, are very helpful in telling researchers where to focus their attention. They point out genetic linkers that have the potential to be used as medicines or diagnostics. GWAS identify genes or clusters of genes associated with greater risk for diseases and disorders. But GWAS aren't a silver bullet... Dr. Liz …

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Ep. 44: Sex Differences in Alzheimer's Disease with Dr. Roberta Diaz Brinton and Connor Wander 28:25

5+ y ago28:25

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Women are almost twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's disease as men. However, this is NOT because they live longer. When we look into the aging brain, males and females experience different timelines. The molecular underpinnings of these sex differences could make a huge impact on our understanding of Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Roberta Diaz Brinto…

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Ep. 43: Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease with Dr. Elizabeth Head and Connor Wander 13:55

5+ y ago13:55

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This week's episode features another throwback recorded in San Diego, CA, where Connor Wander attended the BrightFocus Alzheimer's Disease Fast Track conference, followed by the Society for Neuroscience annual meeting. We talked with Dr. Elizabeth Head, who studies the link between Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's disease with the hopes of improving l…

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Ep. 42: Neuronal Apoptosis- The Cautious and the Willing with Dr. Mohanish Deshmukh and Connor Wander 50:51

6y ago50:51

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This episode is all about neuronal apoptosis. In Dr. Mohanish Deshmukh's eyes, some cells are willing to undergo apoptosis, while others are very cautious. Understanding these differences could be the key to understanding, treating, or curing diseases that haunt us in modern times. Research in Dr. Deshmukh’s lab at the University of North Carolina,…

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Ep. 41: Alzheimer’s Disease Research roundtable with Drs. Cynthia Lemere, Charles Glabe, and Lea T. Grinberg 57:09

6y ago57:09

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This week’s episode marks the 2nd of a series focused on Alzheimer’s disease (AD) research. All episodes were recorded in San Diego, CA, where Connor Wander attended the BrightFocus Alzheimer’s Disease Fast Track conference, followed by the Society for Neuroscience annual meeting. The Society for Neuroscience (SfN) is a well-known conference, drawi…

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Ep. 40: Roundtable on the Importance of Science Communication with Dan and Gabe from TheSciCommunity 56:45

6y ago56:45

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To honor our recent collaboration with TheSciCommunity, we sat down with the founders Dan and Gabe and discussed the importance of science communication. Dan and Gabe share their values and mission to spread science in a transparent and direct way. Also in this episode, we discuss our pathways into science, how to improve the dialogue between scien…

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Ep. 39: Alzheimer’s Disease Research Part I with Drs. Diane Bovenkamp, Frank LaFerla, and Bruce Lamb 1:00:14

6y ago1:00:14

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This week’s episode marks the 1st of a series focused on Alzheimer’s disease (AD) research. All episodes were recorded in San Diego, CA, where Connor Wander attended the BrightFocus Alzheimer’s Disease Fast Track conference, followed by the Society for Neuroscience annual meeting. The Society for Neuroscience (SfN) is a well-known conference, drawi…

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Ep. 38: Wood Thrushes and Canadian Wildlife Ecology with Alex Israel 28:03

6y ago28:03

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For Part Two in our wildlife ecology series, we talked with Alexandra Israel, a Master's student at York University. As a field biologist, Alex works long days in Canada researching species like the Wood Thrush and the worrying decline of songbird populations. So listen in to hear about her experience with field work, as well as issues such as nest…

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Ep. 37: Conservation and Rainforest Ecology with Stephanie Martin 37:25

6y ago37:25

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This week we kick off part one of a two part series on conservation and ecology. We talked to Stephanie Martin, a Tropical Rainforest Ecologist. So listen in to hear about Stephanie's field research in rainforests around the world, as well as what individuals can do to aid in conservation efforts. Stephanie works to help preserve endemic species, p…

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Ep. 36: Behavioral Nutrition and Weight Management with Rachel Paul 36:08

6y ago36:08

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For this episode, we talked to Dr. Rachel Paul, also known as The College Nutritionist, about her work in behavioral nutrition. Listen in to hear about practical strategies Rachel uses with her clients to manage weight effectively. Rachel dispels some myths and misconceptions about healthy eating and weight management. We also talk about different …

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Ep. 35: Meta Roundtable with Learning With Lowell and Connor Wander 1:28:06

6y ago1:28:06

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Another special episode for the SFS podcast this week: a collaborative show between Lowell Thompson, the host of the Learning with Lowell Podcast, and Connor from Straight from a Scientist. Listen in to hear a relaxed discussion about the motivations behind and the ups and downs of podcasting. We also talk about our backgrounds, personal histories …

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Ep. 34: Lab to Life 1 with Dr. Lisa Crose from Camargo Pharmaceutical Services 1:00:49

6y ago1:00:49

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This episode is part of a new series put on by UNC Pharmacology. Lab to Life exposes students, staff, and faculty to the journey of alumni as they navigate their career post-PhD. It’s inspirational, informative, and a great guide for anyone looking for alternate careers in science. Special thanks to Nicole Arnold at UNC Pharmacology for letting us …

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Ep. 33: Brain Imaging of Chronic Pain with Anton Rogachov and Connor Wander 47:41

6+ y ago47:41

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This week we talked with Anton Rogachov, a 5th year PhD student in Dr. Karen Davis’s Lab at the University of Toronto. The Davis Lab focuses on using brain imaging like resting-state fMRI to understand functional abnormalities in the brains of chronic pain patients. The majority of Dr. Davis’s work looks at the functional communication between diff…

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Ep. 32: Search and Destroy in HIV Therapy Part II - with Aaron Devanathan and Connor Wander 1:15:27

6+ y ago1:15:27

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In our second interview with Aaron Devanathan, a PhD student in the Kashuba Lab at UNC Pharmacy, we dive deeper into the strategies researchers use on the cutting edge of HIV research, including the technical challenges, tools, and model systems that make the science possible. We cover past, present, and future HIV therapies and also explore the in…

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Ep. 31: The Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis: From eubiosis to dysbiosis and back: useful biomarkers for clinical treatment with Miguel Mateas 54:09

6+ y ago54:09

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Today, back by popular demand is Miguel Mateas, a Clinical Nutritional Neuroscientist who studies how the microbiota affects the brain. Diversity and abundance in gut microbiota leads to a healthy and balanced system, called eubiosis. But when that balance is lost, the gut’s ability to absorb nutrients suffers, which is called dysbiosis. We discuss…

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Ep. 30: Breaking the Vicious Cycle of Pain and Addiction with Waylin Yu 55:57

6+ y ago55:57

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Connor Wander talked to Waylin Yu about his research in the overlap of pain, negative emotion, and addiction. Waylin studies the fundamental roles of neurons in different areas of the brain, such as the amygdala, that may be responsible for these reactions, both independently and in relation to each other. This includes chronic pain, anxiety, and a…

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Ep. 29: Fasting, Keto, and Injuries with Exercise Physiologist Alyssa Olenick 52:56

6+ y ago52:56

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We talked to Alyssa Olenick, also known as Little Lyss Fitness for her online fitness presence and training programs, about her research in metabolic flexibility and nutrition strategies. Listen in to hear about proper health, fitness, and the science behind popular diet plans such as the Ketogenic diet, a high-fat, low-carb diet sometimes used to …

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Ep. 28: Cognitive Rehab using Virtual Reality with Faviola Dadis 20:34

6+ y ago20:34

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We spoke with Faviola Dadis, the CEO of NeuroReality who is using the company to fund her PhD research. NeuroReality specializes in the development of medical software using VR in order to create an immersive and fun gamified neurorehabilitation program for individuals who experience cognitive deficits following a stroke (and eventually for other c…

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Ep. 27: Free and Open Science: Reworking peer review and null results with Sander van Bree 1:03:20

6+ y ago1:03:20

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Science isn't perfect and one of it's biggest problems revolves around the publishing process, by which scientists share their findings with the public after peer review. However, this sharing can be quite limited in both what is shared and who gets to see it. Open access science, shared publicly, can enhance the discovery process, but implementing…

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Ep. 26: Traumatic brain injury and CTE Roundtable with Connor and Julian 47:53

6+ y ago47:53

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Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that is associated with traumatic brain injury (TBI). CTE is mainly seen in athletes who participate in contact sports such as football, but it also spans to military personnel. In this roundtable episode, we discuss where the latest research stands on this topic as w…

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Ep. 25: Straight from a Scientist Update Episode 11:28

6+ y ago11:28

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Hey SFS listeners! Julian and Connor met up online to discuss the past, present, and future of SFS. Thanks for sticking with the podcast as we learn more about podcasting and science communication in general. We've got a lot in the works for the summer, and are excited to bring you loads of new content! We must ask a favor with this new push to pol…

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Ep. 24: Search and Destroy in HIV Therapy with Aaron Devanathan 35:08

6+ y ago35:08

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Our final ComSciCon interview is with Aaron Devanathan. Aaron studies HIV infection and elimination in the Department of Pharmacy at UNC Chapel Hill in the Angela Kashuba Lab. HIV, or Human Immuno-deficiency Virus, is the virus that causes AIDS, or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. While modern medicine has done wonders in treating the symptoms …

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Ep. 23: The Role of Apoptosis with Georgia Smith 26:49

6+ y ago26:49

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We had the chance to talk with Georgia Atkin-Smith about different types of cell death, autoimmune disorders, and the optimistic future of the field. Georgia is a final year PhD student in Biochemistry and Immunology at the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, Melbourne, Australia. Her PhD project focuses on a type of cell death termed apoptos…

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Ep. 22: Nanotechnology with Claudia Alarcón López 27:52

6+ y ago27:52

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We had the opportunity to speak with Claudia Alarcón López, better known as @the.nanotechgirl. She is a Mexican INCQ (Ingeniero En Nanotecnología Y Ciencias Químicas) student who has the goal of spreading knowledge of science through Instagram, with a special focus on nanotechnology. Nanotechnology is manipulation of matter on an atomic, molecular,…

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Ep. 21: Smart Textiles and Flexible Electronics with Ashish Kapoor 28:47

6+ y ago28:47

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The next installment of the ComSciCon podcast blitz stars Ashish Kapoor! We discuss flexible electronics and smart textiles. These game-changing technologies are already showing up in stores and threaten to completely overhaul how we use and think about clothing. Smart textiles can be used in the military, medical emergencies, or just everyday use.…

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Ep. 20: Biomedical Engineering and Science Education with Stephanie Teeter 22:53

6+ y ago22:53

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Our second ComSciCon Triangle interview was with Stephanie Teeter from NC State. Stephanie is a technician for two biomedical engineering labs, and she is working towards her PhD in Science Education. We discuss practical applications of biomedical engineering, like prosthetics, and the challenges with Science Education in academia. Follow Stephani…

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Ep. 19: Bluebirders vs House Sparrows with Suzanne Hartley 16:46

6+ y ago16:46

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We got the chance to sit down with Suzanne Hartley, a graduate student at North Carolina State University. Suzanne researches how to help Bluebirds in their surprisingly violent turf war with House Sparrows, and how we can use this war to learn about environmental toxins like pesticides or other chemicals. Bluebirds are a beautiful, native species …

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Ep. 18: Science Policy and Activism with Dr. Frances Colón 55:25

6+ y ago55:25

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Straight from a Scientist headed south for Spring Break and got a chance to speak with Dr. Frances Colón. Dr. Colón served as science adviser to the State Department under the Obama administration. We discuss the responsibility scientists have to communicate their findings directly to the public, and how scientists can enact change by putting press…

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Ep. 17: Addiction and Sex differences in the Brain with Jean Rivera 42:40

6+ y ago42:40

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Jean Rivera completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Puerto Rico (UPRM) majoring in Chemistry, with minors in Psychology and Biology. His undergraduate research focused primarily on explosives and forensic chemistry in the laboratories of Dr. Samuel Hernandez and Dr. Carmen Vega. He then pursued a 2-year research internship at Tufts…

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Ep. 16: Marine Biology and Climate Change with Dr. Jordan Grigor 57:58

7y ago57:58

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The SSMV Aquarium is totally funded by donations, which pay for food, animals, and maintenance. If you are interested in supporting these efforts to teach Nashville high school kids marine biology, please visit the gofundme page. Last week, we got the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Jordan Grigor, a postdoc working at the School for Science and Ma…

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Ep. 15: Promising New Treatments for Parkinson Disease with Irene Gonzalez 34:05

7y ago34:05

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Today we sit down and talk with Irene Gonzalez about Parkinson Disease. Irene is a Master student who is currently studying neurodegenerative diseases. In this podcast, we cover the molecular pathology of Parkinson as well as discuss some promising new treatments. Connect with Irene on Instagram Any other questions? Let us know! We appreciate your …

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Ep. 14: The Immune System and Fat Metabolism with Ricky Barrett 52:22

7y ago52:22

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This week we sit down with Ricky Barrett, a PhD candidate at the University of Central Florida (UCF). Ricky researches the poorly understood role of immune cells like macrophages in fat metabolism. The immune system isn't just for protecting against infections- it is a key regulator of metabolism and is often overlooked! We discuss all of this in t…

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