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Best podcasts about health physics

Latest podcast episodes about health physics

What's Working Now
216. Travel Health and High Performance Tools to Help You Succeed while On the Go

What's Working Now

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 50:36


Andrew is the Founder & CEO of Fount. Fount designs the most sophisticated travel health and performance tools in the world, including the first full solution to jet lag.Previously, Andrew led human performance and biotech strategy efforts for the U.S. military, from running R&D strategy efforts to getting warfighters ready to deploy. This background has made him a trusted adviser to pro sports teams, leading corporations from tech to finance, and world class scientific institutions.Andrew's work has been profiled and published by the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Wired, Fortune, Defense News, and others. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Georgetown University, where he teaches about advanced military technology.Andrew has been honored as a Mad Scientist by the U.S. Army (twice) and as a Fellow by the Synthetic Biology Leadership Excellence Accelerator Program, the Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Initiative, and others.He received Master's Degrees in Health Physics, Microbiology & Immunology, and Security Studies from Georgetown University, where he also completed his undergraduate work in the School of Foreign Service.Andrew has traveled more than 10,000 miles across Russia and Mongolia by train, lived with Kazakh nomads who train eagles to hunt, and enjoyed roasted lamb in the Turkmen desert. He also loves great dark chocolate and has recommendations for you!Join The “Now” Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletterAbout Katie Richardson:Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.Connect with Katie:Website: https://katierichardson.com/CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creatorApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbrNewsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter

The Side B Podcast
The Road Back – Trevor Lancon’s Story

The Side B Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 61:35


Growing up in a small town, religion was a constant yet subtle presence in Trevor Lancon's community. Deeply involved in his church's youth group, Trevor longed to grow closer to God, but he began questioning whether his experiences were authentic or merely emotional manipulation. Drawn to the freedom of a secular lifestyle, he eventually distanced himself from the church, and he embraced scientism, seeking tangible evidence of reality. He rejected Christianity and identified as an atheist, diving into a worldview centered on materialism and skepticism. From the outside, Trevor seemed to have it all—a home, a loving wife, two beautiful children, and a stable career. Yet, inwardly, he was burdened by feelings of dread and brokenness. His journey back to faith wasn't marked by a single dramatic moment but rather by countless small, profound experiences. Guest Bio: Trevor Lancon is a devoted father and husband and works as an engineer at a leading tech company on the outskirts of Houston, Texas. With a deep passion for STEM, Trevor holds a Master's degree in Health Physics and has a background in nuclear engineering. Connect with eX-skeptic: Books Mentioned: The Road by Cormac McCarthy The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel

Naturally Nourished
Episode 394: The Human Electrical Force

Naturally Nourished

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 68:01


Have you heard of the Schumann Resonance? Want to know how we can combat the effects of EMF through sound and frequency? Ready to get your mind blown on how humans are electrical beings? Tune in to this jam packed episode all about EMF, how we are human antenna connected to a magnetic grid, and how sound and resetting with the earth's frequency can heal.    In this episode, we will discuss the fact that humans are electrical beings. We transmit and receive electromagnetic energy from natural sources; plants, animals, people, and the earth, but many of us are robbed of this connection. We will discuss how smart devices, EMF, Wifi, and wearables are hijacking our frequency and what we can do to tap back in.    Also in this episode:  Episode 364 All About EMF with guest Theadora Scarato of Environmental Health Trust The Body Electric - Robert Becker What is EMF and Why is it Concerning? Mechanisms of 5G on the Human BodyPossible Effects of Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Field Exposure on Central Nerve System Searching for the Perfect Wave: The Effect of Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields on Cells How EMF Causes Oxidative Stress Symptoms of EMF Exposure Humans as Electrical Beings HeartMath Schumann Resonance How to Tap into the Earth's Electromagnetic Field & Limit EMF PollutionGrounding – The universal anti-inflammatory remedy 5 Reasons to Gargle Salt Water and How to Do it  Restore Baseline Probiotic Detox Packs How EMF Affects Soil and Plant Health More Research:‍BORTKIEWICZ, A. (2019). Health effects of Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields (RF EMF). Industrial Health, 57(4), 403-405. https://doi.org/10.2486/indhealth.57_400 ‍Efstratios Koutroumpakis, Deswal, A., Yusuf, S., Abe, J., Nead, K. T., Potter, A. S., Liao, Z., Lin, S. H., & Palaskas, N. (2022). Radiation-Induced Cardiovascular Disease: Mechanisms, Prevention, and Treatment. Current Oncology Reports, 24(5), 543–553. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11912-022-01238-8 ‍Electric & Magnetic Fields. (n.d.). National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. Retrieved December 28, 2023, from https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/emf ‍Fincham, G. W., Strauss, C., & Cavanagh, K. (2023). Effect of breathwork on stress and mental health: A meta-analysis of randomised-controlled trials. Scientific Reports, 13(1), 1-14. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-27247-y ‍ICNIRP. (2020). Guidelines for Limiting Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields (100 kHz to 300 GHz). Health Physics, 118(5), 483–524. https://doi.org/10.1097/hp.0000000000001210 ‍Johansson, O. (2009). Disturbance of the immune system by electromagnetic fields—A potentially underlying cause for cellular damage and tissue repair reduction which could lead to disease and impairment. Pathophysiology, 16(2-3), 157-177. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pathophys.2009.03.004 ‍Moon, J.-H. (2020). Health effects of electromagnetic fields on children. Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics, 63(11), 422–428. https://doi.org/10.3345/cep.2019.01494` Impact of Schumann Resonance on Human Health | Recovery Systems Influence of Schumann Range Electromagnetic Fields on Components of Plant Redox Metabolism in Wheat and Peas - PMC   This episode is sponsored by:  This episode is sponsored by Wild Foods, a company that puts quality, sustainability, and health first in all of their products. They have everything from coffee to turmeric to medicinal mushrooms, and every single product is painstakingly sourced from small farms around the globe. They take their mission seriously to fix the broken food system, and believe real food is medicine. They've partnered with us to give you guys an exclusive discount, so use the code ALIMILLERRD for 12% off your order at WildFoods.co!

The Big Story
Why is Canada updating its emergency nuclear protocols?

The Big Story

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 17:52


Every so often, federal and provincial governments reexamine plans they have made in the event of a nuclear accident or missile exchange, which have existed in one form or another since the beginning of the cold war. Last week, we learned those plans had been updated very recently, at least in part due to Russian control of Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.These plans cover everything from trying to protect Canadians overseas who may be impacted by an accident, to more classified documents working out emergency preparations in the event of nuclear missiles being fired. How likely is either the former or latter? What do these plans entail? What would happen should Russia sabotage the plant? And should we really worry about an actual nuclear exchange?GUEST: Ed Waller, Professor in the Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science at OntarioTechU, NSERC Senior Industrial Research Chair in Health Physics and Environmental Safety

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin
Andrew Herr Recap: Elite Human Performance

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 11:43


Elite Human Performance with Andrew HerrAfter receiving graduate degrees in Health Physics, Microbiology & Immunology, and Security Studies from Georgetown University, Andrew led human performance and biotech strategy efforts for the Pentagon, special operations personnel, and professional sports teams. Andrew was honored as a Mad Scientist by the U.S. Army (twice)!! Whilst working with elite sports teams, Andrew realized that the insights he had gained would be beneficial to people from all walks of life. He started Fount to bridge this gap and make cutting-edge performance insights more widely available.Andrew is a wealth of knowledge, you will need a pen and a notepad for this one!Visit FOUNT here - https://www.fount.bio Purchase your Flykitt here - https://www.fount.bio/flykitt Connect with Andrew here - https://www.fount.bio/contact ----Full Transcript, Quote Cards, and a Show Summary are available here: https://www.jjlaughlin.com/blog

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin
Elite Human Performance with Andrew Herr

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 59:15 Transcription Available


Elite Human Performance with Andrew HerrAfter receiving graduate degrees in Health Physics, Microbiology & Immunology, and Security Studies from Georgetown University, Andrew led human performance and biotech strategy efforts for the Pentagon, special operations personnel, and professional sports teams. Andrew was honored as a Mad Scientist by the U.S. Army (twice)!! Whilst working with elite sports teams, Andrew realised that the insights he had gained would be beneficial to people from all walks of life. He started Fount to bridge this gap and make cutting edge performance insights more widely available.Andrew is a wealth of knowledge, you will need a pen and a notepad for this one!Visit FOUNT here - https://www.fount.bio Purchase your Flykitt here - https://www.fount.bio/flykitt Connect with Andrew here - https://www.fount.bio/contact ----Full Transcript, Quote Cards, and a Show Summary are available here: https://www.jjlaughlin.com/blog

Going Deep with Aaron Watson
548 The Mad Scientist's Plan to Change Healthcare w/ Andrew Herr (Fount)

Going Deep with Aaron Watson

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 40:46


Andrew Herr is the founder and CEO of Fount, a health and performance advising platform trusted by the world's top performers. He started Fount to make cutting edge performance insights more widely available and change the quality of health outcomes for all.    Fount is backed by Founders Fund, Elysian Park, and Allen & Co to apply, and scale, their expertise from optimizing the minds and bodies of US Military, professional sports teams, and leading business executives.   Andrew is a graduate of Health Physics, Microbiology & Immunology, and Security Studies from Georgetown University. He was honored as a Mad Scientist by the U.S. Army (twice) and as a Fellow by the Synthetic Biology Leadership Excellence Accelerator Program, the Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity Initiative, and others.   In this episode, Aaron and Andrew talk about how he can change human health and performance at scale, how he helped the Department of Defense allocate millions of Dollars towards the optimization of the military, and how structures, data & machine learning make this the perfect time to build a disruptive  personalized health company. Andrew Herr's Challenge: Run experiments on yourself. Pick an experiment for the next two weeks – nutrition like decreasing sugar, cutting down meat, or wearing blue light blocking glasses before bed – and observe if it affects you.   Connect with Andrew Herr Linkedin Twitter Website   If you liked this interview, check out the episode How Sam Parr Builds Businesses and the biggest sales of his career. Underwritten by Piper Creative Piper Creative makes creating podcasts, vlogs, and videos easy.    How? Click here and Learn more.   We work with Fortune 500s, medium-sized companies, and entrepreneurs.   Follow Piper as we grow YouTube Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Overcast | Spotify

OldGuyTalksToMe
140. NUCLEAR ENERGY EXPERT Steven Curtis

OldGuyTalksToMe

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 41:43


Are you scared of Nuclear Energy? And when you read the title, the first image or thought that came to your mind was Chernobyl, or maybe Fukushima? Well, there is a lot of misinformation out there about the subject of Nuclear Energy. So, today we'll be talking about the misinformation and educating ourselves on the subject with my interview with Nuclear Energy expert Steven Curtis. So, without further ado, let's get into it.   Go to www.thestandard.academy/magazine to become one of the first to get my digital magazine for free that'll help you create a kick-ass life.   Mr. Curtis was a 38-year resident of Nevada with a close association with the spent nuclear fuel issue and a 15-year career with the DOE-NV. He attended his first Yucca Mountain meeting in 1981 and has been associated with the project academically and educationally ever since. As a student employee, Mr. Curtis was employed at the whole-body radiation counter for people at the Environmental Protection Agency campus at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). He began his tenure at DOE-NV as a project and operations officer for the Soviet Verification Program. After the testing program ended, he was recruited into a nuclear emergency response where he served as a nuclear technical team leader for Nuclear Emergency Support Team (NEST) and Radiological Consequence Management Teams associated with the Federal Radiological Management and Assessment (FRMAC) emergency management interagency nuclear response posture. He concurrently served as a program manager in such programs as NEST Research and Development, the Non-proliferation experiment, the Aerial Measuring System, the National Center for Counter-Terrorism (NCCT), and the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Project Omega deployment to Kazakhstan in support of conventional explosives in the Deglin Mountain Soviet testing tunnels.   Mr. Curtis served in both the active duty Army and the Nevada National Guard for a combined 11 years as an Armor officer and strategic communications expert. He was responsible for all Army communications strategic testing throughout the European and Middle-East major commands. His tactical experience includes a rotation at the National Training Center as an Armor Company Commander and 7 years as a staff officer and company commander in the 1/221 Armor Battalion in Las Vegas.   After departing the DOE, he was engaged in development and integration work at UNLV and Desert Research Institute (DRI) in areas of national security. As proposal manager, he led the successful team in Nevada to secure the FAA designation as an FAA National UAS Test Site. He currently works as a subject matter expert and senior consultant to Readiness Resource Group in areas of training, exercise, counterterrorism, local responder emergency management, nuclear technology, and health physics. He has served as President of the Nevada sections of both the Health Physics Society and the American Nuclear Society and is currently working under a small grant from the American Nuclear Society Operations and Power Division to develop and conduct educational seminars in Nevada for the public and for Government Officials.   He holds a BSEE and a Master's Degree in Health Physics, both from UNLV. Mr. Curtis has been active in STEM activities for schools as a 27-year volunteer coordinator for the High School Science Bowl, Co-founder of Skybot Challenge, an engineering-based competition for students in 3-D robotics (UAS), and a consistent speaker in the Clark County School District classrooms to encourage students to find their passion through continued education.   You can reach Mr. Curtis here: curtis@readinessresource.net https://wastetoenergynow.org +1 702-219-6463   A bit about me (Dr. Orest Komarnyckyj): Dr. Orest Komarnyckyj enjoyed a prestigious career as a periodontal regenerative surgeon moving to a new passion in June 2018. He retired after a 33-year career to pursue new passions. At 69 Dr. Orest has taken on a new role as an Interviewer, Podcaster and government-certified Old Guy. He streams from his new home in Las Vegas, NV. He lives with his wife of 29 years, Oksana. His status as an empty-nesters with two out of college-employed children has left him with time and energy to share decades of successes, failures, and wisdom.   Timestamps: 00:00 Precap 01:24 Intro 02:33 Guest introduction 04:25 Let's deal with big fears people have 08:28 How efficient is nuclear energy in producing energy? 10:16 Can the uranium that has been used in the old-style reactors can be recycled as fuel in the new ones? 11:53 Is there any shortage of spent uranium at this point? 13:31 Countries that rely on nuclear power 14:20 What kind of footprint does a small reactor have in comparison to a nuclear power plant? 16:45 Are there any grid issues that are alleviated because of the number of reactors that are in such close proximity? 20:18 Commercial 20:52 Commercial ends/Small nuclear reactors traveling around the world on Navy ships 23:25 Windmills as the power source 26:10 Challenge with electric cars 28:45 Limitation of solar and windmills 30:52 Biggest challenge to fully embracing nuclear power in the United States 36:45 Getting in touch with Steve 40:00 Closing thoughts 40:55 Outro

The Pipeline
Can Putin Weaponize Nuclear Reactors In Ukraine ?

The Pipeline

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2022 37:33


Russian troop fire is believed to have set fire to a building within a Ukraine nuclear power reactor and the world feared that Putin was creating Chernobyl-like conditions all over again. How realistic is that scenario and how vulnerable are nuclear power reactors? Steve Curtis is an expert in Health Physics from UNLV and has worked for the Department of Energy and on the federal nuclear NEST response time. He is an advocate for recycling spent nuclear fuel as a nearly endless and inexpensive source of power.

KERA's Think
The miracle of electricity

KERA's Think

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 34:41


Electricity makes our home appliances go, and it also animates the human body. Timothy J. Jorgensen is professor of radiation medicine and biochemistry and director of the Health Physics and Radiation Protection Graduate Program at Georgetown University. He joins host Krys Boyd to discuss advances in our understanding of the connection between electricity and the nervous system – and how these discoveries are changing how we live. His book is called “Spark: The Life of Electricity and the Electricity of Life.”

The Rational View podcast with Dr. Al Scott
Recycling Nuclear Waste with Tom Dolan and Steve Curtis

The Rational View podcast with Dr. Al Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 39:11


Research into recycling of nuclear fuel was shut down by Jimmy Carter's administration in the anti-nuclear movement of the ‘70's. The work has largely remained sidelined due to the fact that Uranium is abundant and cheap and the spent fuel is easy to store safely on-site.  Opponents of nuclear power, however, have latched on to the long lifetime of hazardous radioactive waste as a reason to oppose new nuclear developments.  In light of this situation, and the amount of Uranium we will need in coming years to displace fossil fuels, it makes sense to revisit recycling. Mr. Thomas Dolan has an aviation degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a FAA Commercially instrument rated pilot. Mr. Dolan joined Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) in 1986 and accumulated over 25 years experience in law enforcement. Mr. Dolan formed and was the CEO of Homeland Security Aviation & Maritime Services, Inc. (HSA) in 2002 wtih a group of technical experts, addressing idenfitication and measurement of radiation sources in response to the needs of the emergency response community. Tom is a current member of American Nuclear Society. Steven Curtis holds a masters degree in Health Physics and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), both from UNLV. He worked on the Nuclear Emergency Support Team (NEST) and radiation consequence management missions for Department of Energy (DOE)/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) for 13 years, and was project manager in charge of the Aerial Measuring System (AMSr). Mr. Curtis held Battalion staff and Company Commander Positions as an officer in the Army and Nevada National Guard. He has supported National Security Technologies, LLC, as a consultant in support of the Nevada Test Site. He has worked with Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) on several DHS Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) architecture projects. Steve is a current member and past President of the  American Nuclear Society - Nevada Section. Follow me on https://therationalview.podbean.com Talk to the experts at https://facebook.com/groups/therationalview Insta: @the_rational_view Twitter: @AlScottRational #therationalview #podcast #nuclearenergy #greenenergy #atomicenergy #nuclearreactors #netzeroneedsnuclear #recycling #nuclearwaste #SMRs 

Out of the Gray (Gy) - Standard Imaging
Welcome to Out of The Gray (Gy) by Standard Imaging - Hosted by Traci Conley

Out of the Gray (Gy) - Standard Imaging

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 1:14


A look at the world of Radiation Oncology. Interviews with the best minds in the field to discuss the best in new ideas, research and the future of Radiation Oncology / Radiation Therapy.

This Podcast Will Kill You
Ep 53 Radiation: X-Ray Marks the Spot

This Podcast Will Kill You

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2020 113:34 Very Popular


“I have discovered something interesting, but I do not know whether or not my observations are correct.” With these words, Wilhelm Röntgen introduced the world to an invisible power, a power which would in turn be used to both harm and heal. This week, we take a tour of the wide world of radiation, starting with a primer on what radiation actually is and how it works, courtesy of Dr. Timothy Jorgensen, Associate Professor of Radiation Medicine and Director of the Health Physics and Radiation Protection Graduate Program, Georgetown University. Then we discuss the nitty gritty on what radiation does to you on a cellular level. We follow that up with a stroll through some of the major moments in the history of radiation - from X-rays to atomic bombs and from radioluminescent paint to cancer treatments. Finally we wrap things up by chatting about the many amazing medical applications of radiation therapy and how you can assess the risk/benefit of that X-ray or mammogram. To read Dr. Jorgensen’s incredible book Strange Glow: The Story of Radiation, check out his website or head to our website for our full list of sources.

Adapt + Overcome
The First Fundamental: Fombah Sirleaf

Adapt + Overcome

Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 1, 2020 13:00


From national security to emergency Ebola response, Fombah Sirleaf shares his First Fundamental for moving through uncertainty. A former Health Physics technician at U Penn, as well as an international military veteran, Fombah is a West Point graduate and served as an Operations and Training officer for the Armed Forces of Liberia, Security Analyst for the transitional government, and Principle Advisor to the President of the Republic of Liberia for all intelligence matters. Now based in Philadelphia, Fombah is a global security leader.This series is produced by The Human Impact Studio of TA Group Holdings, a veteran-owned firm, in partnership with NuWest Healthcare which is staffing hundreds of travel nurses for the coronavirus response across the nation. The series is dedicated to our brave nurses and healthcare workers. 

WATB Radio
BTL - Dr. June Knight w/Angela McIntosh - Republican Women of Frederick County

WATB Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2019 81:00


Angela McIntosh has devoted her life to public service.  For 13 years, she was active duty in the US Army, and is a veteran of the 1991/1992 Persian Gulf war.  Upon being honorably discharged from the Army, she transitioned to a position as a General Scientist with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), where she remained for 17 years until retirement in May 2017.  Angela's volunteer activities include membership in Christians United for Israel, the largest pro-Israel advocacy group in the nation; serving as a panel member for the Heritage Foundation to help develop voter guides; service as the Secretary and Treasurer for the Republican Women of Frederick County; teaching children at her church, and, in 2018, serving as Coalition Director for Maryland senatorial candidate, Dr. Tony Campbell.  Angela's education includes technical training in Health Physics and Preventive Medicine along with a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Management from Southern Illinois University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude.  Angela is the recipient of multiple awards received during her service while in the Army and at the NRC.

Enoch Pratt Free Library Podcast
Writers LIVE: Timothy J. Jorgensen, Strange Glow: The Story of Radiation

Enoch Pratt Free Library Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2016 54:02


With an accessible blend of narrative history and science, Strange Glow describes mankind's extraordinary, thorny relationship with radiation, including the hard-won lessons of how radiation helps and hinders our health. Author Timothy Jorgensen explores how our knowledge of and experiences with radiation in the last century can lead us to smarter personal decisions about radiation exposures today.Jorgensen introduces key figures in the story of radiation -- from Wilhelm Roentgen, the discoverer of x-rays, and pioneering radioactivity researchers Marie and Pierre Curie, to Thomas Edison and the victims of the recent Fukushima nuclear power plant accident. He explains exactly what radiation is, how it produces certain health consequences, and how we can protect ourselves from harm.Timothy J. Jorgensen is associate professor of Radiation Medicine, and Director of the Health Physics and Radiation Protection Graduate Program, at Georgetown University. He is also an associate in the Epidemiology Department at the Bloomberg School of Public Health at the Johns Hopkins University.

Enoch Pratt Free Library Podcast
Writers LIVE: Timothy J. Jorgensen, Strange Glow: The Story of Radiation

Enoch Pratt Free Library Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2016 54:02


With an accessible blend of narrative history and science, Strange Glow describes mankind's extraordinary, thorny relationship with radiation, including the hard-won lessons of how radiation helps and hinders our health. Author Timothy Jorgensen explores how our knowledge of and experiences with radiation in the last century can lead us to smarter personal decisions about radiation exposures today.Jorgensen introduces key figures in the story of radiation -- from Wilhelm Roentgen, the discoverer of x-rays, and pioneering radioactivity researchers Marie and Pierre Curie, to Thomas Edison and the victims of the recent Fukushima nuclear power plant accident. He explains exactly what radiation is, how it produces certain health consequences, and how we can protect ourselves from harm.Timothy J. Jorgensen is associate professor of Radiation Medicine, and Director of the Health Physics and Radiation Protection Graduate Program, at Georgetown University. He is also an associate in the Epidemiology Department at the Bloomberg School of Public Health at the Johns Hopkins University.Recorded On: Wednesday, April 13, 2016

SuchThatCast - Behind the Philosophy
Episode 10: Kristin Shrader-Frechette

SuchThatCast - Behind the Philosophy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2014 57:11


Kristin Shrader-Frechette is O'Neill Family Professor at the Department of Biological Sciences and Department of Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame. She has previously held senior professorships at the University of California and the University of Florida. Author of 16 books and nearly 400 articles, Shrader-Frechette’s theoretical work appears in journals such as Biological Theory, Bioscience, Health Physics, Oikos, Philosophy of Science, Quarterly Review of Biology, Synthese, and Trends in Ecology and Evolution. Most of her work is concerned with the ethical problems in risk assessment, public health, and environmental justice - especially related to radiological, ecological, and energy-related risks. She has received the World Technology Award, the Global Citizenship Award, and the Catholic Digest named her one of 12 "Heroes for the US and the World". She has served as an advisor to numerous governments and international organizations, including the United Nations and the World Health Organization.   In this conversation, Shrader-Frechette talks about a childhood filled with activism, her fight to give a voice to the poor in the face of company greed (and the personal repercussions), and her use of service teaching to engage students. The red line throughout the episode is her genuine passion for creating a healthier and more just society, showing that philosophers can extend their voice beyond academia and contribute to real change in the world.

P@Dcast
SG - Health physics

P@Dcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2011 15:51


A full breakdown of the Health Physics topic for Standard Grade Physics.

health physics
Sean K. Carlson, DMD, MS
The Risks of Dental X-Rays (Part II)

Sean K. Carlson, DMD, MS

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2011 20:22


This is Part II of a three part series on dental and orthodontic x-rays. This covers the risks of dental x-rays and how they relate to other day-to-day risks that we take. Emphasis is placed on the Health Physics literature and the quantification of risk. There are many ways of expressing quantified risk, but here we will use the loss of life expectancy (LLE). Viewers will be relieved to learn that many common risks that we consider negligible (drinking coffee, driving, riding a bike) are far greater risks than anything encountered in dental x-ray imaging. If fact, a single 3D Orthodontic X-ray (CBCT) is equal in risk to crossing the street 38 times.