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Join us for an engaging episode featuring Lucy Shiels, an audiologist from the University of Melbourne, who specialises in assessing and supporting listening difficulties in neurodivergent children. She investigates whether remote microphone technology can enhance focus for children with ADHD and autism in noisy classroom environments. Samantha Melrose, a graduate researcher under the supervision of Professor Patrick Humbert at the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, discusses her exciting research into gut health in astronauts exposed to low gravity environments and her Gastronaut-01 experimental mission to space on the rocket Mapheus-15 campaign in Kiruna, Sweden. In our weekly science news segment, we explore intriguing topics such as the structure of large hailstones and the evolution of human brain size. Tune in with presenters Dr. Shane, Dr. Lauren, and Dr. Ray for an informative and captivating episode.Program page: Einstein-A-Go-GoFacebook page: Einstein-A-Go-GoTwitter: Einstein-A-Go-Go

Watching documentaries about the Titanic inspired deep-sea microbiologist Beth Orcutt to study life at the bottom of the ocean - a world of ‘towering chimneys, weird shrimp and octopus nurseries' that she has visited 35 times.But Orcutt says there is so much we still don't know about the deep sea, which is a problem for the sustainable development of this environment. Orcutt works at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences in Boothbay, Maine, where her research helps to understand how deep-sea mining might impact unique ocean communities.Research on similarly destructive activities, such as deep-sea trawling, show decades-long recovery times for keystone species such as corals and sponges, or in some cases no recovery at all.Orcutt works through the Crustal Ocean Biosphere Research Accelerator (COBRA) project funded by the US National Science Foundation to bring academics, policymakers and science communicators together to accelerate research about the deep sea and translate that knowledge for decision makers.This is episode 14 of How to Save Humanity in 17 Goals, a Working Scientist series podcast that profiles scientists whose work addresses one or more of the SDGs. Orcutt's work addresses Sustainable Development Goal number 14: to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine sources.Episodes 13–18 are produced in partnership with Nature Sustainability, and introduced by Monica Contestabile, its chief editor.This episode ends with a sponsored slot from La Trobe Institute for Sustainable Agriculture and Food in Melbourne, Australia, where we hear about how its researchers are focusing on the SDGs and the university's holistic approach to food security. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zahrah Azman, Perinatal PhD Student at The Ritchie Centre, Hudson Institute of Medical Research, talks about her research on foetal growth restriction (FGR), which is a common pregnancy complication affecting up to 10% of pregnancies in Australia and is defined as the failure of a baby to reach its biological growth potential; Professor Patrick Humbert, Director of the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (LIMS), and Dr Jens Hauslage from the German Aerospace Centre, talk about recent experiments they conducted 250km above the Earth on a tiny animal, the Trichoplax, whose ancient biological mechanisms could be used to develop therapeutic or preventative measures for human cancer; and Stefanie Bader, a PhD Candidate at the Pellegrini Laboratory (The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research) explains her research into better understanding how SARS-CoV-2 is causing severe disease and death, and why the immune system is sometimes ‘overreacting' to an infection, leading to a more severe illness. With presenters Dr Shane and Dr Laura.Program page: Einstein-A-Go-GoFacebook page: Einstein-A-Go-GoTwitter: Einstein-A-Go-Go

As Head of Molecular Proteomics at the Baker Institute and Senior Research Fellow at La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, David Greening brings a significant amount of insight to the podcast today, discussing the following: How proteomics can lead to a better understanding of the role of proteins in disease and health statuses, key regulators in biology, and what components might be found in extracellular vesicles (EVs)     Whether EVs appear to be active or passive, and whether there might be some level of EV agency involved The promising field of imaging using fluorescently tagged proteins, vesicles, and RNA Greening's molecular proteomics group focuses mainly on two areas: the study of extracellular vesicles, the components they contain, and the role they serve in cell communication and signaling, and proteomics, which is a field of study that looks at thousands of proteins in the body at a particular time, seeks to identify where they are located, and how they are expressed in states of health and disease. Greening expounds on the many ways in which proteomics can advance our understanding of key regulators in biological processes, diseases such as cancer, what types of proteins are packaged in different EVs released by different cell types, and which components are secreted all at once from particular cells. He also discusses one of the main challenges in the field of proteomics, which is how to identify and analyze low expressed vesicle components. When it comes to EVs and proteomics, Greenings is a wealth of knowledge. Tune in for all the details. For more, visit https://www.baker.edu.au/research/laboratories/molecular-proteomics.

Dr Shane, Dr Linden, Dr Laura and Dr Ray bring you the week’s hottest science, including a new acoustic observatory, taking the pulse of a blue whale, and training E. coli to eat CO2.They talk to Carra Simpson, PhD Candidate at the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences at the University of Melbourne, about the high rates of co-occurence between mental health and gastrointestinal disorders.They interview Narelle Keating, PhD Candidate at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, about her work investigating Interferon and its use in helping our immune systems.Finally, they chat with Georgia Atkin-Smith, postdoc researcher at the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science at La Trobe University, about a protein that is responsible for coordinating cell death.Remember, “Science is everywhere”, including:Program page: Einstein-A-Go-GoFacebook page: Einstein-A-Go-GoTwitter: Einstein-A-Go-Goand live every Sunday at 11:00a.m AEST on RRR 102.7mHz FM.

Dr Linden and Dr Lauren join Dr Shane in the studio.Earth's moon could be tectonically active, peacock spiders, dangerous infections being caused by biofilms. Three guests who are speaking at the Pint of Science (bringing science to the public - in the pub) event.1. Dr Georgia Atkin-Smith, Cell Biologist at the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, and the Walter and Eliza Hall for MedicalResearch. Georgia's research is focused on the death of monocytes, a key white blood cell type of our immune system. She is interested in understanding what happens in the final moments of a cells death, and how this impacts their removal and infectious disease.2. Dr David Farmer,Neurobiologist at the University of Melbourne. Davids research largely focuses on neurobiology and the brain stem. He is also widely interested in the neural control of the heart, the coordination of vital organ function by the autonomic nervous system, the cough reflex and neural control of the innate immune response. 3. Dr Jennifer Piscionere, Data Scientist at Swinburn University of Technology Jens research focuses on exploring the relationship between galaxies and dark matter, and how that shapes the universe that we see today.

In the studio this week are Drs Linden, Lauren and Shane who discuss what's been in the news: Bird guano can be really good for coral reefsand calls to adopt a 5 year moratorium on gene editing in human embryos.Today's first guest (in the studio) Danielle Eastick, School of Life Sciences, Latrobe University talks about cassowary casques and whether they're used for thermo regulation.Today's second guest (in the studio) Dr Amy Baxter, NHMRC Peter Doherty Fellow, Apoptotic Cell Disassembly and Clearance Laboratory, Department of Biochemistry and Genetics, La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, La Trobe University talks about a type of programmed cell death known as apoptosis. Today's third guest (in the studio) Dr Geoff Rogers, CEO, Wintermute talks about Wintermute, antibiotics and bacteria resistance.Remember, Science is everywhere, including:Program page: Einstein-A-Go-Go Facebook page: Einstein-A-Go-Go Twitter: Einstein-A-Go-Go and every Sunday at 11:00a.m AEST on RRR 102.7mHz FM.

Welcome to La Trobe University’s Clever Conversations. In this episode from our Post Graduate Expo you will hear a panel discussion on the future of work. Three dynamic La Trobe graduates – from the diverse fields of law, science and journalism - explore the rapidly changing world of work and the skills that today’s employees need to get ahead. The panel’s facilitator is Jan Owen, AM, CEO of the Foundation for Young Australians and a highly regarded social entrepreneur, innovator, commentator and author. Mira Stammers is a lawyer and a legal entrepreneur. An Honours student, she recently returned to the La Trobe Law School to teach a new generation of lawyers. Sophia Cachia studied broadcast journalism at La Trobe and is now one of Australia’s most relatable online identities. Sophia skillfully juggles motherhood with roles including mumpreneur, writer, social media influencer and brand ambassador. At 25, Georgia Atkin-Smith is an awarding winning scientist. Joining the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science after completing her undergraduate and PhD studies at La Trobe, Georgia made world-first findings in cell death.

Dr Krystal joins Dr Shane in the studio. In news, cure for River Blindness approved by FDA and a discussion on whale sharks First guest is Dr Sarah Dunstan from the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity. A study into the population and spread of tuberculosis-causing (TB) bacteria in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, has found that more than half of cases can be attributed to one particular strain of the bacteria. A Melbourne-led international collaboration, sequenced the DNA from bacteria in TB patients Ho Chi Minh City. The findings concluded that the strain of TB-causing bacteria known as the Beijing lineage, was responsible for 59 per cent of infections. Second (and third) guests are Dr Mark Hulett and Dr Marc Kvansakul, from La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science. A team of scientists from Melbourne's La Trobe University has shown a protein found in a tobacco plant has the potential to fight life-threatening infectious diseases. The discovery could lead to the development of a new class of antibiotics and meet the challenge of rising antibiotic resistance. Third guest is Elaine Miles, Climate Data Analyst at the Bureau of Meteorology Melbourne Art conservationist and physicist with a PhD in Optics and Art Conservation, has monitored western style canvas paintings that were housed in the South East Asia region.

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 apoptosis and the consequence of this process in disease. Specifically, Georgia's research is aimed to understand the role of apoptotic fragments, known as apoptotic bodies, derived from white blood cells during influenza A virus infection. Connect with Georgia on Instagram   Any other questions?  Let us know!  We appreciate your feedback. You can now support the podcast at https://www.patreon.com/sfspodcast.  Many thanks to our past and present supporters!  Thanks to Plant Warrior for their support.  Use discount code SFS10 at checkout for 10% off your purchase of plant-based protein.

Dr Shane and Dr Ailie sprint back into the studio for the first action packed show of the year. They kick off with some strange science news on the vitamin B3 deficiency effect on hamster population, AI detection of skin cancer, NASA study of twin astronauts and the Doomsday Clock update.First guests: Mitchell Nothling, Particulate Fluids Processing Centre, University of Melbourne discusses research designing new enzyme mimics inspired by nature and employing the mechanism of natural enzymes for industrial application as synthetic catalysts.Second guest: Clare Weeden, WEHI, discusses her research into lung damage and how stem cells repair our lungs as they constantly breathe in contaminants from air pollution to cigarette smoke and the possible causes of lung cancer.Third guest: Professor Patrick Humbert, La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, discusses cancer research into prevention therapeutics to help tumours to reorganise themselves, thereby stopping the cancer's growth and spread.Program page: http://www.rrr.org.au/program/einstein-a-go-go/ Facebook page: Einstein A Go Go Twitter: https://twitter.com/einstein_agogo

Dr Shane is joined by Dr Ray and Dr Krystal. First guest is Drew Barry who is a Bafta and Emmy-award-winning Drew Berry has been a biomedical animator at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute for 20 years. Drew's animations bring to life biological processes that are difficult for people to comprehend and impossible to observe. Drew was awarded the MacArthur fellowship AKA 'Genius Grant' to pursue his work in science communication. This fellowship has recently come to a close and Drew is reflecting on all that it has enabled him to achieve. Guest 2 Professor Andrew Tonkin from Monash University Cardiovascular disease is still the number one killer in Australia, despite ongoing efforts in prevention and treatment. A major national Monash University collaboration is now testing whether a safe, one-off vaccination can help to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Guest 3 is Georgia Atkin-Smith, PhD Candidate from the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science at La Trobe University Georgia's research focuses on the understanding how white blood cells die. This research project combines novel cell biological techniques with immunological assays to understand the implications of cell death within our immune system.

Dr Ailie joins Dr Shane and three guests in the studio.In news - SpaceX successfully land a rocket on a barge in the ocean. See level rise caused by human activity won't peak for at least one millennium. First guest is Dr Tatiana Soares da Costa an NHMRC Early Career Fellow in Biochemistry from La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, La Trobe University. Tatiana's overall research focus is in the development of new classes of antibiotics and herbicides. Her main focus is the first enzyme in an unchartered pathway. By inhibiting this enzyme, she is able to shut down the entire pathway in bacteria and plants. Tatiana is in the process testing the efficacy against drug-resistant bacteria and weeds. Second guest is Ravi Ravitharan, Director, Institute of Railway Technology, Monash University.From 2016 a specially-equipped standard railcar will be rocking and rolling along the tracks of East Java. It will have carefully positioned sensors to detect its movement. Railcar instrumentation has been designed by Monash University's Institute of Rail Technology (IRT) to provide data on the condition of the track and the response of the rolling stock. This will allow engineers to accurately estimate safe loads and running speeds, to see whether it's possible to reactivate inactive railways.Final guest is Amanda McKenzie, Climate Council CEO.GLOBAL emissions have flatlined for the second year in a row as Australia's emissions continue to climb.Renewable energy is powering the decoupling of greenhouse gas emissions from economy growth.We are now reaping the rewards of countries like the US, Germany and China who working hard to tackle climate change but we'd be making even greater progress if countries like Australia started doing their fair share.

Joining Dr Shane, Dr Ray, Dr Lauren and Chris KP In the studio this week is Dr Jason Dutton, Senior Lecturer in Chemistry at the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science at La Trobe University, about his work that will help lead to more practical use of Hydrogen as a fuel. The team also discuss minimal synthetic cells, nanotechnology for self-cleaning clothes, a fish (cryptotora) that walks like land vertibrates do, and new insights into how the brain processes fear.Dr Shane and Peter Aylward (president of the Space Association of Australia, Inc) interview NASA Astronaut Captain Gene Cernan, ahead of his visit to Australia and screenings of the movie about his story, "Last Man on the Moon".Program page: http://www.rrr.org.au/program/einstein-a-go-go/Facebook page: Einstein A Go GoTwitter: https://twitter.com/einstein_agogo

EAGG 18th October 2015Dr Dyani, Dr Chromo, Dr Catherine & Dr Shane.News Items: Adding the sense of touch to prosthetics, A.I., wrapping an alien sun, understanding multitasking, William Shatner review, Buzz Aldrin promo.First Guest: Amy Shira Teitel: As you know Amy is the host of Vintage Space and Pluto in a Minute and has just released a new book called Breaking the Chains of Gravity. We will be talking to Amy about her recent work following the release of The Martian, the latest Pluto data, and her new book. Amy's website and Amy's YouTube channelSecond Guest: Dr Thomas Shafee Post-doctoral fellow in Biochemistry at the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, La Trobe University. Thomas's research centres around using evolutionary insight to inform engineering of proteins. He is also a Wikipedian, editing pages on biochemistry and evolution. Find Thomas hereScience is everywhere, including:http://www.rrr.org.au/program/einstein-a-go-go/http://rrrfm.libsyn.com/category/Einstein%20A%20Go%20Goand every Sunday at 11am AEST on RRR 102.7mHz FM