Podcasts about molecular science

Professor Patrick Humbert from the Latrobe Institute of Molecular Science joins Phil O'Neil to discuss the impact of space on the human body. Listen live from 8pm Monday to Thursday on 2GB/4BCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the Science and Engineering Research for Cultural Heritage Conference 2025, a panel discussed "Balancing Innovation and Craft: Do Practical Skills Still Matter in the age of AI?" Panel members include; Professor Ambrose Taylor (Chair), Professor of Materials Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Imperial College London  Professor Pier Luigi Dragotti, Professor of Signal Processing in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Imperial College London  Lorraine Cornish, Head of Conservation at Natural History Museum  Kat Harris, Senior Teaching Technician in the Department of Chemistry at Imperial College London  Hosted by the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering (IMSE) This is the first episode in our SERCH series, produced by Imperial Futures.

In this fascinating first installment of a three-part series, we dive deep into the groundbreaking world of telomere science with Dr. Bill Andrews, a pioneering researcher in the field of ageing and longevity. Known for his revolutionary work on telomeres and their role in cellular aging, Dr. Andrews shares insights into how his research is paving the way for the ultimate goal: curing aging. Dr. Andrews, the founder of Sierra Sciences, has dedicated his life to understanding the root causes of ageing at the molecular level. This episode covers the basics of telomeres, the science behind their shortening, and why maintaining telomere length is essential for longevity and disease prevention. Key Discussion Points: What Are Telomeres? Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that safeguard our genetic material during cell division. As we age, telomeres shorten, leading to cellular dysfunction and ageing. Why Telomeres Matter in Aging: Telomere shortening is a major driver of ageing and age-related diseases. Dr. Andrews explains the link between telomeres and cellular senescence, inflammation, and chronic illnesses. Dr. Bill Andrews' Mission: The story behind Sierra Sciences, a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering drugs that activate the telomerase enzyme. Telomerase can rebuild and lengthen telomeres, potentially reversing cellular aging. The Science of Telomerase Activation: Current progress in identifying compounds that safely activate telomerase. Challenges and breakthroughs in the quest to develop anti-ageing therapies. Ethics and Implications of Curing Aging: Dr. Andrews discusses the societal, ethical, and philosophical implications of extending human lifespan. Addressing misconceptions about anti-ageing science. What You Will Learn: The fundamental role of telomeres in ageing and disease. How telomerase activation could revolutionise health and longevity. The current state of telomere research and its future potential. The challenges and ethical questions surrounding anti-ageing technologies. Don't miss the next episode in this series, where Dr. Andrews delves deeper into telomerase activation and the latest breakthroughs in curing aging. Subscribe to "Pushing the Limits" and share this episode with anyone passionate about health, science, and longevity! Bio: Dr. Bill Andrews is a molecular biologist, inventor, and renowned expert in the field of telomere science. He has over three decades of experience in biotech, including significant contributions to telomerase research. Dr. Andrews holds over 50 U.S. patents related to telomerase activation and has authored numerous scientific papers. Through his work at Sierra Sciences, he aims to unlock the secrets of human longevity and help people live healthier, longer lives. As a scientist, athlete, and executive, Bill continually pushes the envelope and challenges convention. He has been featured in Popular Science, The Today Show, and numerous documentaries on the topic of life extension including, most recently, the movie The Immortalists in which he co-stars with Dr. Aubrey de Grey.  Bill has been a medical researcher in biotech since 1981, focusing on cancer, heart disease, and inflammation research, though his passion has always been ageing. In the early-to-mid 1990s, while at Geron Corporation, Bill led the research to discover both the RNA and protein components of the human enzyme called telomerase. This enzyme is responsible for preventing telomeres from shortening in human reproductive cells, and this is why our children are born younger than we are even though they come from our old cells. Inducing this enzyme to lengthen telomeres in all our cells, not just our reproductive cells, to reverse aging and declining health due to aging, is the principal goal of Sierra Sciences and Sierra Holdings. Website: https://sierrasci.com/ The Immortalists Movie: https://theimmortalists.com/watch/ Best Choice Medicine petition, that you can sign today: https://www.bestchoicemedicine.com/  

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

Dr. Horbinski sits down with me to discuss the complexities of brain tumors and how his work in the Feinberg School of Medicine lab is looking into mutIDH1 and how it dramatically alters the glioma's micro-environmental landscape by preventing the thrombosis-necrosis phenomenon that is characteristic of IDH1 wild-type gliomas. Furthermore, mutIDH1 increases the risk of seizures in patients. He explains why his team's work may improve diagnostic and prognostic accuracy. For methylation profiling patient care and information, please send samples to: Northwestern Department of Pathology. Season Sponsors: GammaTile Therapy Imvax Inc.   Episode Sponsors: Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of WNY Mimivax Inc.

Women in Engineering day is celebrated on the 23rd of June. To commemorate this special date, we talked to two women in engineering working and studying with the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering (IMSE). Our guests for this episode are electrochemist and co-director of the Molecular Engineering masters, Dr. Anna Hankin, and masters' student and representative of her cohort, Kawtar Houbad. Listen to their stories on how they became engineers, their current projects, engineering skills outside of the lab - from fixing boilers to building steam engines at home - and learn about the power of mentoring.   Link to the Masters in Molecular Engineering https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-taught/molecular-engineering/   

Have you ever experience the "runner's high"? If so, do you know what causes it?We've always heard that endorphins produce that wonderful post-exercise feeling. BUT newer research proves that theory wrong, and instead, suggests that endocannabinoids are responsible.Listen in as expert Blaise Collins, PhD, ACSM-EP-C shares an overview of what really causes the runner's high. He gives us a summary of a review article from The International Journal of Molecular Science.View his full article here:https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/accessible-physiology-leveraging-endocannabinoids-blaise-4yobc/?trackingId=a0NO6Vw7laMvO2IAtWOAjQ%3D%3DVisit Blaise's LinkedIn profile here for more of his scientific knowledge!https://www.linkedin.com/in/pblaisecollinsphd/Blaise reminds us all of the importance of getting out there and getting in daily exercise, no matter what! FAVES: https://www.runningwithgrit.com/faves

In this interview, Dr.SHIVA Ayyadurai, MIT PhD, Inventor of Email, Scientist, Engineer and Candidate for President, Talks about Molecular Science, Personalized Health and Politics of GARLIC

Die Themen in den Wissensnachrichten: +++ Seismometer zeichnet Kriegshandlungen auf +++ Anzeichen für Demenz bei Mäusen mit Mikroplastik +++ Viele langweilen sich bei Prüfungen +++**********Weiterführende Quellen zu dieser Folge:Identifying attacks in the Russia–Ukraine conflict using seismic array data/ Nature,30.08.2023Acute Exposure to Microplastics Induced Changes in Behavior and Inflammation in Young and Old Mice/ International Journal of Molecular Science, 01.08.2023Disproportionately High Contributions of 60 Year Old Weapons-137Cs Explain the Persistence of Radioactive Contamination in Bavarian Wild Boars/ Environmetal Science & Technology, 30.08.2023Surgeon Sex and Long-Term Postoperative Outcomes Among Patients Undergoing Common Surgeries/ JAMA Surg., 30.08.2023Differences in Cholecystectomy Outcomes and Operating Time Between Male and Female Surgeons in Sweden/ JAMA Surg. 30.08.2023Solarzellen in Motorhauben von PKWs integriert/ Fraunhofer-Institut für Solare Energiesysteme ISE, 23.08.2023Test Boredom: Exploring a Neglected Emotion/ APA PsycNet, 03.08.2023**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: Tiktok und Instagram.

Ever wondered about the real impact of pesticides on your health? Brace yourself as we dive into the contentious debate surrounding pesticide-riddled produce, bringing you both sides of the integrative health coin. From the Environmental Working Group's Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 shopping list to my personal reasons for choosing organic over conventional apples — despite living near a giant apple orchard — this journey is set to challenge your perceptions of clean eating.Our voyage doesn't stop there. We cast a spotlight on glyphosate, a pervasive herbicide with a troubled past and a prominent future — thanks to GMO foods. Unmask the potentially harmful effects of this 'probable carcinogen', from neurological disorders to neurotoxic impacts, as exposed by a notable study published in the International Journal of Molecular Science. This episode culminates with empowering strategies on wielding integrative health to improve your life, including at-home functional medicine, lab testing, and the de-stress protocol. It's high time to take control of your health, are you ready?FREE Consultation for 50% off your Glyphosate TESTResearch"Dirty-Dozen-Clean-Fifteen.2023.pdf"Glyphosate Toxicity Test   and   Full Sample ReportOf course you want to schedule a call to get your FREE INFLAMMATION AT-HOME TEST before they're all gone! With hundreds of thousands of people looking for answers, and only 100 free Inflammation Score labs available per month, reserve yours now and discover how optimizing your inflammation can add years to your life and life to your years. IHP's, here's what you've been asking for! Introducing the 8 week CONFIDENT-COACH BUSINESS MENTORSHIP Program: Learn the 3 pillars of Success: Entrepreneurial identity, Unstoppable confidence and Strategic Processes. You'll attract ideal clients, build confidence, and unlock new opportunities. Check out the limited time Bonuses and investment opportunities to fit your needs. As a token of gratitude, of course you're interested in these FREE and powerful resources: > Naturally, you'll want to join our Love Energy Wellness Community and Support Group for daily support! > You might be wondering just how full your Toxin-Tank may be: Take your FREE Toxicity Assessment to find out - no email required > You'll discover a new level of self, after your FREE 2-Part audio training for Confidence! > As you already know, you can lean more about Integrative Health on our Blog > I know you're concerned about your future. Schedule your FREE Consultation with Jeffrey > Health Coaches: add Functional Lab Testing to your practice today!

In this edition: We join the fight against deadly fungal pathogens, listen to music inspired by moons, and discover how some crystals heal themselves. News: Fixing bones in conflict zones and award-winning sustainable business education – We hear how engineers have created fixators for broken bones being trialled in Sri Lanka, Gaza and Ukraine, and how the Business School has won an award for their Sustainability Leadership programme. Fighting fungal pathogens – Fungal infections can be deadly, and a new WHO priority list has been drawn up to fight them. We hear from Professor Matthew Fisher, who is working on two of these worrying pathogens. Music of the Moons – We listen in as astronaut Helen Sharman and conductor Amanda Lee Falkenberg lead ‘LUNAR' – an outreach event about the science behind our neighbouring planets' moons and the music Falkenberg has created to illustrate them. The self-healing power crystals – We learn how crystals of surprising materials including paracetamol and ethanol can ‘heal' themselves, regrowing their original structure, and how this could help researchers manipulate their growth. This section is an extract from the Never Lick the Spoon podcast by the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering.

A solo trip for Jay back to the south. Southern dishes, southern words, and for some reason Jay finds his lost southern accent half way through and forgets to turn it back off. Yeeee-hawwwww mother truckers.

The science of how we hear has always been a little bit of a mystery.  Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University have revealed, for the first time and in near-atomic detail, the structure of the key part of the inner ear responsible for hearing. This breakthrough was aided by an unexpected ally- good old round worms.  Dr Joel Rindelaub joined us to take us through the study and the findings. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drs. Ashish Khanna, Miklos Kertai and Nirvik Pal discuss the article “Future of Perioperative Precision Medicine: Integration of Molecular Science, Dynamic Health Care Informatics, and Implementation of Predictive Pathways in Real Time” published in the May 2022 issue of Anesthesia & Analgesia.

On Episode 27 of Black in Science, I spoke with Dr. Gregory Carr, who currently occupies a joint position as a Lead Investigator at the Lieber Institute for Brain Development, as well as Assistant Professor of Pharmacology and Molecular Science at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. To start, Dr. Carr recounts his childhood while growing up in Providence, Rhode Island before segueing into his time as an undergraduate neuroscience major at Kenyon College in Ohio. After sharing the details of his Ph.D dissertation work in the Neuroscience program at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Carr describes the schizophrenia research his lab currently focuses on as part of the Drug Discovery and Development group within the Lieber Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. To conclude, Dr. Carr discloses his feelings on the importance of bolstering your network, identifying mentors and getting experience as early as you can. If you've enjoyed listening to Dr. Carr's episode of the podcast and wish to contact him with questions, feel free to reach out via: Twitter: @gregcarrneuro Email: greg.carr@libd.org

Romans 8, Part 4

Romans 8, Part 4

Romans 8, Part 4

This week on the 20 Minute Fitness podcast we welcomed the Co-Founder & CEO of Pendulum Therapeutics, Colleen Cutcliffe, Ph.D. Colleen has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry & Molecular Science from Johns Hopkins University, worked in a pharmaceutical company and an early-stage biotech DNA sequencing company prior to Pendulum. Colleen and her co-founders thought that the microbiome was an emerging and fascinating new space of health and they wanted to use their technical backgrounds to create a whole new family of products targeting the microbiome.Don't miss today's episode to learn what you should pay attention to when looking at your blood glucose levels and how your microbiome affects your metabolism!

Progressive multiple sclerosis can be a worrisome diagnosis, filled with questions about one's personal future including independence. In this podcast, Mark Webb shares his personal story of transition to secondary progressive multiple sclerosis with incredible resiliency, brilliant humor and tenacious optimism. He explains how MS has affected his career from Euro Disney to Head of Communications at Shift.ms, a global online MS community. He candidly describes the impact of the disease on his functioning including cognition, mobility and bladder and how he has adapted to these obstacles. Mark reflects on his acceptance of progressive MS and emphasizes his motivation to make a difference for himself, his family and the MS community. Dr. Gavin Giovannoni describes in the podcast primary progressive MS, secondary progressive MS and active secondary progressive MS and whether or not these are truly different conditions. He moves beyond labels and explains that people with progressive disease, even those with limited mobility, can still be at risk of relapses affecting vision and arms. Continuing, switching or stopping disease-modifying therapy in progressive multiple sclerosis patients are covered. The impact of early MS damage, aging and ongoing, smoldering inflammation on progressive disease is described. Progressive multiple sclerosis treatments in clinical trials are highlighted including masitinib, BTK inhibitors, ibudilast, simvastatin, biotin, lipoic acid and remyelination strategies. Mark Webb is Head of Communications for Shift.ms, an online community of over 38,000 people living with MS. Mark lives with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis and first developed MS symptoms back in 1992. He's a blog writer: onemanandhiscatheters.com, public speaker and rugby wheelchair player. Mark lives in the U.K. with wife and 2 sons. Gavin Giovannoni MBBCh, PhD, FCP, FRCP, FRCPath is the Chair of Neurology of the Blizard Institute of Cell and Molecular Science, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London. Professor Giovannoni completed his medical training and neurology training in South Africa. In addition, he completed a PhD in immunology from the University of London in 1998. He is particularly interested in clinical issues related to optimizing MS disease-modifying therapies including progressive disease. Visit www.mslivingwell.org for more information. Share your MS story on https://ICanWithMS.org

Fighting Fear and Pushback with Purpose and Tenacity with Justine Leigh-Bell While we are still facing the global pandemic, an even bigger challenge is looming — climate change. It is undeniable that we need to act fast. Yet, environmental issues alone cannot sway investment decisions; it needs to be backed by sound economic models and policy strategies.   What does it take to change the world?  Joining us for this episode is Justine Leigh-Bell, Deputy CEO of Climate Bonds Initiative. She shares how her tenacity kept her moving forward towards her goals and purpose. Justine also discusses that fear is an opportunity to grow and learn and the importance of listening to your inner voice for guidance. When our values and purpose guide us — nothing can stop us from changing the world for the better. Tune in to this episode and learn how to develop tenacity and listen to your inner voice! Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode: How do we overcome fear? Understand the importance of values, purpose and vulnerability. Discover the ways you can tap into your inner voice. Resources How To Fail With Elizabeth Day The Economist Podcast Happy Place Podcast Climate Bonds Initiative Connect with Justine: LinkedIn | Twitter Get Angela's latest book, You're Better Than You Think You Are, and explore how to overcome the things that are holding you back. Episode Highlights [02:12] Justine's Tenacity Against Pushback Justine loved sports as a child and got into her school's basketball team. She wasn't able to get in during the first try, but she rose to that challenge.  When choosing her degree, a career development expert advised her against taking sciences and math. Her stubbornness led her to pick natural sciences, majoring in math. Her work in the Climate Bonds Initiative led her to work with the Brazilian government. In the meetings, she was the only woman and non-Brazilian in the room. Despite the challenges and fears, Justine kept moving forward with tenacity. She shares that we shouldn't be held back by fear. Listen to the full episode to hear her thoughts on this! [10:43] Overcoming Fear We need to face fear head-on. We often hold ourselves back because of the fear of failure. Instead, we should accept failure as expected — to keep failing until we get it right.  Every failure comes with irreplaceable lessons. They are gifts for growth. [12:55] Justine's Work at Climate Bonds Initiative The company helps drive significant capital towards climate change solutions. Climate change is the biggest problem we are facing this century and beyond. We are currently living in what's called the Century of Volatility. Climate Bonds Initiative supports businesses, investors, banks and governments and turns them into green investors. The company is both an advocacy and technical group. Their work reaches Europe, China, Southeast Asia, Africa and Latin America. [16:26] Justine's Leadership Style She values a high threshold for performance, passion, commitment and loyalty. Justine's former boss inspired her leadership values. This boss taught her that a leader might have good ideas, but it's a good team that can execute and bring these ideas to life. This is exactly how she views herself as a leader. [18:29] Keeping Purpose and Passion Alive The pandemic forced teams to work remotely. For Justine, this made her team grow closer and stronger. They hold weekly meetings to keep everyone connected. There should be a balance between work and personal life. Companies should not cross this boundary. [21:17] Staying Positive and Motivated Yoga and meditation keep her sane. She takes the weekend off to rest. Maintaining a consistent schedule for rest is hard, especially when a slight shift in work can destroy the plan. Justine's routines are not perfect, but she keeps practicing.   [24:25] The Importance of Values and Vulnerability Purpose helps us stay tough and look forward to the future. Exposure to work where you lack experience can bring about vulnerability.   Your vulnerability does not have to last long. You can change this lack of experience. Just take it forward and keep looking for ways to make it right. Celebrate your small successes! Listen to the full episode to hear Justine's take on how to move past your fears and vulnerabilities. [29:05] Listen More We are quick to speak before listening to others. We need to listen to our team members and never forget their contributions. Listening is often underestimated in our culture. [32:20] Justine's Absolute Secret to Success For Justine, the secret to success is listening to your inner voice.  We all have the inner wisdom that knows what to do next.  Listen to the full episode to hear Justine's experience of a silent retreat! 5 Powerful Quotes [10:17] ‘If it is something that is scary, you have that moment of contemplating with that fear on what you're going to do with it. And then the joy is being able to get over it and get to the other side'. [12:32] ‘Every fail comes with amazing lessons to reflect on. And that may not seem like a gift at the time, it's hard to see through failure is all-encompassing, but it really does actually make you stronger'. [25:02] ‘We never always have the right answers, we may not always know the right direction of travel, especially when you are managing an organisation that is growing really, really fast'. [26:51] ‘The vulnerability part is accepting what you don't know and trying to do the best in figuring it out. That exposure to the lack of experience is a moment in time, and it can definitely change — it's up to you how you want to change it'. [29:22] ‘We're very quick to speak our minds before listening to others. And I say that in a just a sense that especially when you are leading the growth of a fast paced organisation, you do not want to forget the great contribution that your teams can make and the people that work around you can make'. About Justine Justine Leigh-Bell is currently the Deputy CEO & Director of Market Development at the Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI). Her work involves helping businesses and governments find sustainable development solutions in our global challenge of climate change. She works closely with public and private sectors to develop national policy guidelines and investment roadmaps to support green bond financing. Justine has an MSc. in Molecular Science from Yale University and an MSc. in Environmental Economics and Policy from Imperial College, London. Her specialisation includes sustainable development in emerging economies, climate change mitigation/adaptation strategies, climate finance, economic valuation and market-based instruments to manage natural resource assets. Interested to learn more about Justine's work? You can check Climate Bonds Initiative. You can also follow her at LinkedIn and Twitter.  Enjoy the Podcast? Learning to listen to your inner voice and using tenacity to overcome your fears and fulfil your purpose is essential, especially in challenging times. If you enjoyed today's episode of The Mindset Mentor Meets…, then hit subscribe and share it with your friends! Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast episode, then don't hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your family and friends so they can feel empowered and inspired by our discussion. Have any questions? You can contact me through LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. Thanks for listening! For more updates and episodes, visit my website. You can also tune in on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or Podbean.  To defining success, Angela  

In this edition: Spreading US election misinformation, deciding the future of the NHS, and improving breast cancer surgery. News: Identifying new coronavirus variants and kombucha-inspired materials – We hear about a new consortium, led by Imperial researchers, tracking changes in new coronavirus variants, and find out how kombucha tea ingredients are being used to make new smart living materials. US election misinformation – Analysis of the past two US presidential elections shows where misinformation originated from, including traditional and social media, foreign influences, and in the case of the 2020 election, the president himself. This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. Future of the NHS – The NHS has worked incredibly well as an ‘illness’ service, but what about protecting and promoting good health? Investing in health could benefit us all, argues Dr Jonathan Pearson-Stuttard in his new book with Dame Sally Davies, Whose Health Is It Anyway? Better breast cancer surgery – Around 20 percent of surgeries to remove breast cancer tumours leave some behind, requiring a second surgery. To reduce this, Imperial researchers are testing fluorescent tracers that identify tumours, coupled with special cameras to guide surgeons

In this edition: Spreading US election misinformation, deciding the future of the NHS, and improving breast cancer surgery. News: Identifying new coronavirus variants and kombucha-inspired materials – We hear about a new consortium, led by Imperial researchers, tracking changes in new coronavirus variants, and find out how kombucha tea ingredients are being used to make new smart living materials. US election misinformation – Analysis of the past two US presidential elections shows where misinformation originated from, including traditional and social media, foreign influences, and in the case of the 2020 election, the president himself. This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. Future of the NHS – The NHS has worked incredibly well as an ‘illness’ service, but what about protecting and promoting good health? Investing in health could benefit us all, argues Dr Jonathan Pearson-Stuttard in his new book with Dame Sally Davies, Whose Health Is It Anyway? Better breast cancer surgery – Around 20 percent of surgeries to remove breast cancer tumours leave some behind, requiring a second surgery. To reduce this, Imperial researchers are testing fluorescent tracers that identify tumours, coupled with special cameras to guide surgeons

While we’re trying to figure out how to baste a turkey or steal a decent dressing recipe to help us make it through the holidays, Dr. Gergana Nestorova, assistant professor in Louisiana Tech’s Department of Biological Sciences and program chair for Tech’s Molecular Science and Nanotechnology (MSNT) program, is aiding NASA in learning how to farm off Earth — and with no earth. Nestorova created a new technology to more effectively analyze plant material, which will be used by a team of scientists who are discovering how to grow vegetable gardens in microgravity. These vegetable gardens will provide nutrition to astronauts on missions to the moon, and later Mars. When Man shoots for Mars, the journey alone will challenge any current “Use By” date: it takes six to nine months just to get there. On this episode of Beyond 1894, Nestorova, her undergraduate researcher, Francesca Weis, and NASA astronaut and scientist Serena Auñón-Chancellor, who spoke at Tech as part of its New Frontiers series, offer space food for thought. Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu Download the transcript to this episode. Dr. Nestorova’s lab – The Applied Genomics and Biotechnology Lab

Hosts Gordon Stencell and Mark Pundzius are joined by Shawn Hopkins the Executive Producer of Future Lens (and Podcast Host of Future Lens Today our exciting new news show) to revisit the highlights from episodes 11 through 20. Amongst others, we’ll discuss water management, “green” burials, contact-free technology, artificial companionship, and how innovation is changing the world that we live in and the work that we do. Thank you for your listenership and for making this series a success! You can view full details about each episode on the Humanatronix website.For full sources go to Humanatronix.com.

In this edition: Results of the COVID-19 vaccine animal trials and the latest news from the human trials, plus privacy in contact tracing apps. News: Coronavirus in the community and Lates online – We find out the latest results from the REACT study, analysing past and present COVID-19 infections, and look forward to the program of online Imperial Lates events, connecting the public to our research. COVID-19 vaccine animal trials – We hear about encouraging results from the vaccine trial on mice, and what it means for a vaccine to be ‘effective’. This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. COVID-19 vaccine Q&A – The public put questions to members of the vaccine team, covering manufacture, the latest news from the human trials, and whether we could soon do away with masks and social distancing. You can hear the full Q&A, and others on different coronavirus topics, on our Let’s talk about COVID-19 pages. Privacy in contact tracing – A vital tool in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic is contact tracing, with a new app due to be launched. But what are the privacy concerns of such apps, and can they be overcome for the greater good?

In this edition: Results of the COVID-19 vaccine animal trials and the latest news from the human trials, plus privacy in contact tracing apps. News: Coronavirus in the community and Lates online – We find out the latest results from the REACT study, analysing past and present COVID-19 infections, and look forward to the program of online Imperial Lates events, connecting the public to our research. COVID-19 vaccine animal trials – We hear about encouraging results from the vaccine trial on mice, and what it means for a vaccine to be ‘effective’. This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. COVID-19 vaccine Q&A – The public put questions to members of the vaccine team, covering manufacture, the latest news from the human trials, and whether we could soon do away with masks and social distancing. You can hear the full Q&A, and others on different coronavirus topics, on our Let’s talk about COVID-19 pages. Privacy in contact tracing – A vital tool in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic is contact tracing, with a new app due to be launched. But what are the privacy concerns of such apps, and can they be overcome for the greater good?

In this edition: How to make a billion COVID-19 vaccines, why women feel unsafe on public transport, and how emerging economies fare under COVID-19. News: Reacting to George Floyd’s death – We speak to Sarah Essilfie-Quaye and Dr Wayne Mitchell from Imperial as One, an advisory group made up of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) staff, about the response to George Floyd’s death and what should be done to tackle racism. You can also hear an extended version of this interview. Scaling up vaccine production – Once a COVID-19 vaccine has been successful in clinical trials, how can we make more than a billion doses in a matter of months? We hear about the challenges and how we might overcome them. This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a monthly podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. How safe do you feel on public transport? – A new study shows how women are more likely to feel unsafe on public transport. The effect is not just simple fear but can affect their working lives and career opportunities; so how can we design safer transport systems? Laila Ait Bihi Ouali explains. COVID-19’s impact on emerging economies – Emerging economies like India face different challenges in lockdowns, but also potentially have some real opportunities for recovery. We find out more with economics professor Tarun Ramadorai. You can also listen to an extended version of this interview.

In this edition: How to make a billion COVID-19 vaccines, why women feel unsafe on public transport, and how emerging economies fare under COVID-19. News: Reacting to George Floyd’s death – We speak to Sarah Essilfie-Quaye and Dr Wayne Mitchell from Imperial as One, an advisory group made up of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) staff, about the response to George Floyd’s death and what should be done to tackle racism. You can also hear an extended version of this interview. Scaling up vaccine production – Once a COVID-19 vaccine has been successful in clinical trials, how can we make more than a billion doses in a matter of months? We hear about the challenges and how we might overcome them. This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a monthly podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. How safe do you feel on public transport? – A new study shows how women are more likely to feel unsafe on public transport. The effect is not just simple fear but can affect their working lives and career opportunities; so how can we design safer transport systems? Laila Ait Bihi Ouali explains. COVID-19’s impact on emerging economies – Emerging economies like India face different challenges in lockdowns, but also potentially have some real opportunities for recovery. We find out more with economics professor Tarun Ramadorai. You can also listen to an extended version of this interview.

In this edition: We hear from researchers working on a COVID-19 vaccine and with patient samples, and how students are coping in isolation. News: University Challenge win and neutrino discovery – We celebrate Imperial’s spectacular University Challenge win and discover how neutrinos may hold the key to why the universe is made up of matter rather than antimatter. On the frontlines of COVID-19 vaccine development – We speak to Dr Anna Blakney about what it’s like to work on a vaccine the whole world is waiting for. This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a monthly podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. Understanding and treating COVID-19 – We hear from Professor Peter Openshaw how thousands of samples from COVID-19 patients across the country are already providing valuable insights into the disease, including who seems to get it worse, and how the disease progresses. Isolation diaries from around the world – We hear from the producers of a video capturing snippets from Imperial students now scattered across the world.

In this edition: We hear from researchers working on a COVID-19 vaccine and with patient samples, and how students are coping in isolation. News: University Challenge win and neutrino discovery – We celebrate Imperial’s spectacular University Challenge win and discover how neutrinos may hold the key to why the universe is made up of matter rather than antimatter. On the frontlines of COVID-19 vaccine development – We speak to Dr Anna Blakney about what it’s like to work on a vaccine the whole world is waiting for. This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a monthly podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. Understanding and treating COVID-19 – We hear from Professor Peter Openshaw how thousands of samples from COVID-19 patients across the country are already providing valuable insights into the disease, including who seems to get it worse, and how the disease progresses. Isolation diaries from around the world – We hear from the producers of a video capturing snippets from Imperial students now scattered across the world.

The long-running Folding@Home program to crowdsource the enormously complex task of solving molecular interactions has hit a major milestone as thousands of new users sign up to put their computers to work. The network now comprises an "exaflop" of computing power: 1,000,000,000,000,000,000 operations per second.

It’s no secret that achieving a truly targeted effect is the holy grail of the cannabis industry, but how close are we to making this a reality? Are designer cannabis products on the horizon?  Here to help answer this is Chris Emerson, co-founder and CEO of a unique company known as Level that’s working to disrupt the cannabis industry with products precisely tailored to every individual and every occasion. Learn more at https://www.levelblends.com  Key Takeaways: Chris’ background in chemistry and how it led him to the cannabis space An inside look at Level and its mission to provide a tailored cannabis experience to every patient and consumer How Chris’ extensive background in science allows him to think about cannabis products differently than most entrepreneurs in the industry Why Level sources its oils from strains high in CBD, CBG, and THCV and how this enhances the overall effect for consumers Chris’ efforts to find rare and unique cannabinoids for Level’s products and his discoveries to date A deep dive into Level’s tablinguals and pax vaporizer pods Chris’ work at Level determining new uses for cannabinoids, including everything from stimulants to hangover cures New and exciting initiatives at Level and Chris’ insight on what the cannabis industry will look like in the next 5-10 years

Sediqa Amed is passionately interested in transformation, psychology, and neuroscience. Her background in Nuclear Medicine Technology, molecular science, energetic medicine, physics, neurolinguistic programming, and leadership grounds her work as a transformational leader. Using neuroscience integrated with psychology, Sediqa can instruct as well as coach individuals ways of achieving ultimate fulfillment, self-realization, connection, love, and success! Sediqa Amed’s extensive background in Nuclear Medicine Technology with molecular-cell biology, physics, as well as Pranic Energy healing enhances and grounds her work as an energy practitioner and transformational leader. Sediqa firmly believes that we can influence our brain to change and create appropriate experiences through the use of holistic practices such as quantum mindfulness, sound therapy, art therapy, and ancient energetic self-healing techniques. Using simple neuroscience integrated with psychology, combined with energetic healing techniques such as Quantum and Pranic Healing, Sediqa is able to instruct, heal, as well as coach individuals ways of unblocking all obstacles preventing one’s path to self-realization, awakening, success, love, connection, and ultimate fulfillment. Website: https://beyonddevelopment.org/ and http://quantumhealist.com/

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.

In this edition: We discuss whether drug policy is working, why Australia is experiencing megafires, and what can be done about fatbergs. News: Miscarriage and PTSD, and a remarkable refugee professor – We find out how many women experience post-traumatic stress disorder after miscarriage, and learn about the remarkable life of a venerable maths professor. Is drug policy working? – Former government adviser Professor David Nutt tells us how restrictions on tobacco are working, but that hard drugs policies have in some cases made problems worse, and what can be done. Why is Australia facing megafires? – We find out what’s making Australia’s wildfires so bad they have become megafires, including the factors involved in their spread and how much climate change might be to blame. The big, gross problem of fatbergs – Huge accumulations of fat and unflushable material can block drains and city sewers, but how do we work out the best way to prevent them and remove them? This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a monthly podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering.

In this edition: We discuss whether drug policy is working, why Australia is experiencing megafires, and what can be done about fatbergs. News: Miscarriage and PTSD, and a remarkable refugee professor – We find out how many women experience post-traumatic stress disorder after miscarriage, and learn about the remarkable life of a venerable maths professor. Is drug policy working? – Former government adviser Professor David Nutt tells us how restrictions on tobacco are working, but that hard drugs policies have in some cases made problems worse, and what can be done. Why is Australia facing megafires? – We find out what’s making Australia’s wildfires so bad they have become megafires, including the factors involved in their spread and how much climate change might be to blame. The big, gross problem of fatbergs – Huge accumulations of fat and unflushable material can block drains and city sewers, but how do we work out the best way to prevent them and remove them? This feature is an excerpt from 'Never Lick the Spoon' – a monthly podcast from Imperial's Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering.

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.

It’s no secret that achieving a truly targeted effect is the holy grail of the cannabis industry, but how close are we to making this a reality? Are designer cannabis products on the horizon?  Here to help answer this is Chris Emerson, co-founder and CEO of a unique company known as Level that’s working to disrupt the cannabis industry with products precisely tailored to every individual and every occasion. Learn more at https://www.levelblends.com  Key Takeaways: Chris’ background in chemistry and how it led him to the cannabis space An inside look at Level and its mission to provide a tailored cannabis experience to every patient and consumer How Chris’ extensive background in science allows him to think about cannabis products differently than most entrepreneurs in the industry Why Level sources its oils from strains high in CBD, CBG, and THCV and how this enhances the overall effect for consumers Chris’ efforts to find rare and unique cannabinoids for Level’s products and his discoveries to date A deep dive into Level’s tablinguals and pax vaporizer pods Chris’ work at Level determining new uses for cannabinoids, including everything from stimulants to hangover cures New and exciting initiatives at Level and Chris’ insight on what the cannabis industry will look like in the next 5-10 years

Joe Loverde ’99 is a research scientist with the Geneva Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports medical research within the US military. His interview was done in The Center for Molecular Science at the United States Military Academy in West Point, NY.

Belinda Fabian is a PhD candidate in the Department of Molecular Sciences at Macquarie University where she’s using cutting edge molecular biology and sequencing techniques to study the genes of beneficial bacteria that colonise plant roots. Belinda is in her 3rdyear and is supervised by Distinguished Professor Ian Paulsen and Dr Sasha Tetu. Prior to this Belinda completed a Bachelor of Science (part-time while working full-time) and Masters of Research at Macquarie University and was awarded the university medal in Biology for her exceptional results in these programs. Belinda’s Masters project focused on extrafloral nectar production by Australian native plants and this is where her passion for plant biology was ignited. Before changing to a science pathway, Belinda completed a Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting and Bachelor of Business Administration double degree at Macquarie University and then worked for 11 years in accounting in a private home improvement company. Belinda has tutored in multiple undergraduate Biology and Molecular Sciences units over 5 years and is passionate about preparing students for the workplace and showing the world that there is a lot of creativity in science. When she’s not doing science Belinda loves making mixed media art and shares this passion by teaching at a local art & craft store.

Many experts believe that vitamin D is a key regulator of the incidence and severity of MS, and this is one of the reasons why ensuring sufficient intake of this critical natural resource is one of the pillars of the Overcoming MS (OMS) 7-Step Recovery Program. So, it’s timely that this episode of Living Well with MS picks the topic apart with a guest well-versed in his own right on the topic, Dr. Conor Kerley.   Conor was diagnosed with MS at the age of 15 and fully expected to be forced to curtail his active lifestyle. He was surprised at the lack of focus on diet and lifestyle in his medical consultations, so he undertook his own research, eventually finding OMS and making the necessary adjustments to his diet and lifestyle that have kept him active, symptom-free and relapse-free to this day. Inspired by his experiences, he went on to study human nutrition and dietetics, and received his PhD from University College Dublin in 2016. You can read Conor’s full bio here.   Questions about vitamin D include:   Why is Vitamin D important in general? Why is Vitamin D especially important if you have MS? Could MS cause low vitamin D rather than the other way around? How do you measure your own Vitamin D level? What’s a healthy level of Vitamin D to have? What type of vitamin D should I take? How about getting Vitamin D naturally, from the sun? How do I do that? How do you balance the benefits of getting Vitamin D from the sun with the risks of too much UV exposure? My doctor said to take 1000 IU per week because my level is at 100 nmol. Should I follow that advice? Is vitamin D safe to take? Can you overdo it? Anything else we should know about Vitamin D? Any interesting facts, side benefits or risks?   Questions about other supplements include:   Are there any other supplements someone with MS should consider taking? Rather than taking Vitamin D, flaxseed oil and Vitamin B12 separately, should I just take a multivitamin tablet? What are the pros and cons of other supplements? Let’s go through a short list and tell me what you think: Cannabis CBD oil High dose biotin Vitamin K2 Magnesium And last but not least, everyone’s favorite and perhaps controversial topic: cannabis. What are your thoughts on its benefits and drawback for people with MS?   Subscribe to this podcast and never miss an episode. Our next episode is quite the hot ticket, because Geoff will be discussing research priorities in MS with one of the foremost experts in the field, Professor Gavin Giovannoni, Chair of Neurology, Blizard Institute of Cell and Molecular Science, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London and the Department of Neurology, Barts and The London NHS Trust. The topic and guest promise one of the most insightful episodes yet!

How can we use some of the world's most powerful microscopes and brightest minds, to develop new ways to detect and attack diseases like cancer, Alzheimer’s and motor neurone disease?Featured experts:Distinguished Professor Antoine van Oijen, Director of the Centre for Molecular and Life Sciences, UOWDr Yee Lian Chew, UOW School of Chemistry and Molecular Bioscience, Illawarra Health & Medical Research Institute (IHMRI)

It’s no secret that achieving a truly targeted effect is the holy grail of the cannabis industry, but how close are we to making this a reality? Are designer cannabis products on the horizon?  Here to help answer this is Chris Emerson, co-founder and CEO of a unique company known as Level that’s working to disrupt the cannabis industry with products precisely tailored to every individual and every occasion. Learn more at https://www.levelblends.com    Key Takeaways: Chris’ background in chemistry and how it led him to the cannabis space An inside look at Level and its mission to provide a tailored cannabis experience to every patient and consumer How Chris’ extensive background in science allows him to think about cannabis products differently than most entrepreneurs in the industry Why Level sources its oils from strains high in CBD, CBG, and THCV and how this enhances the overall effect for consumers Chris’ efforts to find rare and unique cannabinoids for Level’s products and his discoveries to date A deep dive into Level’s tablinguals and pax vaporizer pods Chris’ work at Level determining new uses for cannabinoids, including everything from stimulants to hangover cures New and exciting initiatives at Level and Chris’ insight on what the cannabis industry will look like in the next 5-10 years  

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.

Dr Shane, Dr Linden,Dr Laura and Dr Ray bring you this weeks hottest science news: windspeeds over the ocean have increased, cellular functions persisting after brain death in pigs, and contaminants, including cocaine, found in runoff water.The team chat with Kate Ferris fromMarch for Science Australia.They also interview Dr Jason Paxman, Senior Postdoctoral Researcher with the Department of Biochemistry and Genetics in theLatrobe Institute for Molecular Science at Latrobe University, about his work with the bacteria that cause infections.Finally, in the studio Graeme Kernich, the CEO of FrontierSI, describes their work with Smart Satellite data, as well as the recent news about the Smart Satellite Cooperative Research Centre and the Australian Space Agency.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

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.

In the studio this week are Drs Linden, Krystal, and Shane who discuss what's been in the news: BoM reported the hottest Jan. in Australia and it's the UN year of the periodic table of the elements (and others)Today's first guest (in the studio) Assoc. Prof Kevin Barnham from The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health talks about MND and it's treatment with CuATSM.Our second guest (in the studio) Prof David Winkler from The Institute of Molecular Science, Latrobe University talks about robotics and robot design.Dr Linden talks about climate, some weather and the polar vortex.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.

Einstein A Go Go - 9th December 2018Dr Euan, Dr Jen and Kris KP & Dr ShaneFirst guest: Robert Kurson, BA philosophy from the University of Wisconsin and a law degree from Harvard Law School. Author of award winning Rocket Man. The story of the Apollo 8 mission, which was responsible for the 'earth rise' photo.Second guest: Dr Laura Osellame, Postdoctoral Fellow School of Molecular Science, College of Science, Health and Engineering | La Trobe University. Cancer-cachexia is a metabolic syndrome that is characterised by muscle and fat loss and observed in up to 50% of cancer patients. Cancer-cachexia is responsible for up to 25% of cancer related deaths. There are currently no FDA approved drugs in the clinic to combat this disease, rather palliation of symptoms and reduction of stress is offered to both patients and carers.Science News: Mnage trois among sugar gliders affecting the Swift Parrot. Eel in the Seal, analyisng the colour of the nailbed to test for anaemia, use your phone camera to test your remote coltrol, China to probe the dark side of the moon.Remember, ""Science is everywhere"", including:Website, Facebook, Twitter, Podcasts& every Sunday at 11a.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.

“Chemical computing — Basic properties of chemical computing media” foi o tema abordado por Jerzy Górecki, que é o responsável do Departamento de Sistemas Complexos e Processamento Químico da Informação na Polish Academy of Science. Já foi professor no Institute of Molecular Science em Okazaki e continua em projetos de investigação em alguns laboratórios do Japão.

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.

Professor Frances Separovic has amassed many ‘firsts’ in her career as a scientist, including being the first female chemist to become a member of the Australian Academy of Science and the first female Head of the School of Chemistry at the University of Melbourne. Our reporter Dr Andi Horvath sits down for a chat with Frances, where she discusses the road she travelled to reach the peak of her profession, from school in Broken Hill to Deputy Director of the Bio21 Institute.Episode recorded: 30 April 2018Interviewer: Dr Andi HorvathProducers: Dr Andi Horvath, Chris Hatzis and Silvi Vann-WallAudio engineer and editor: Chris HatzisBanner image: Professor Separovic (centre, right), with her research team at the Bio21 Institute. Picture: Peter Casamento/Bio21

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

In today’s episode we talk with Nial Chase DeMena, President and CEO of Manna Molecular Science, to discuss his breakthrough journey into the cannabis industry. From a young age DeMena has always carried around an entrepreneurial mindset, beginning with selling polished rocks to other kids at school, to now aiding the push of legal cannabis in Massachusetts with his signature transdermal patches. Now with DeMena’s company up-and-running despite earlier licensing setbacks, he shares with us plans for the future, and why his transdermal delivery system is beneficial for patients and the industry.

Today in the studio we have Dr Shane, Dr Chromo, Dr Dyani & Dr Catherine.First up Dr Dyani discusses developments in Prosthetics technology, tactile feedback and artificial skin.Dr Chromo delves into the world of Artificial Intelligence, Robots and possible Alien Mega structures.Dr Catherine talks all things Multi Tasking. Are women really better multi taskers than men? And what impacts can brain training and increased cognitive capacity have on our ability to multi task.Dr Shane discusses ticking off seeing William Shatner live off his bucket list and discusses the upcoming 'Evening with Buzz Aldrin' as well as giving the listeners a little bit of background about the 2nd man to step foot on the moon.First Guest: Amy Shira Teitel - Journalist, Host of Youtube channels 'Pluto in a minute' and 'Vintage space' and recent author.Amy and team discuss in depth her upcoming book on Pre-NASA space flight, as well as recent projects launching rockets. Amy then explains the making of her Youtube channel shows 'Pluto in a minute', working with NASA and the accuracy of science in recent blockbuster film 'The Martian'Second Guest: Dr Thomas Shafee - Post doctoral fellow in Biochemistry at the Latrobe Institute for Molecular Science at Latrobe University.Dr Thomas joins the team in the studio to discuss the science of engineering proteins, evolutionary history and his work updating and correcting articles on Wikipedia.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

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