Opinionated Science https://technologynetworks.podbean.com Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.  Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:11:23 +0100 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Science 1440 episodic Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. technologynetworks technologynetworks No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/7687220/Engagement_Image_square.jpg Opinionated Science https://technologynetworks.podbean.com 144 144 Can Humans Be Made on a Microchip? Can Humans Be Made on a Microchip? https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/can-humans-be-made-on-a-microchip/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/can-humans-be-made-on-a-microchip/#comments Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:11:23 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/a6cbb708-d4b4-362b-8801-3a1cc8f688e4 Get ready to step into the future of biomedical research with the ground-breaking technology of "body-on-a-chip."

In this exciting episode, we chat with Professor Don Ingber, the incredible mind behind this revolutionary technology, to uncover the potential of miniature "organs-on-a-chip". By listening to this episode you'll discover how these tiny chips are poised to revolutionize healthcare and drug discovery.

]]> Get ready to step into the future of biomedical research with the ground-breaking technology of "body-on-a-chip."

In this exciting episode, we chat with Professor Don Ingber, the incredible mind behind this revolutionary technology, to uncover the potential of miniature "organs-on-a-chip".

By listening to this episode you'll discover how these tiny chips are poised to revolutionize healthcare and drug discovery.

]]> technologynetworks false No 2469 86 full Sneak Peek: Unlocking the Power of Therapeutic Antibodies Sneak Peek: Unlocking the Power of Therapeutic Antibodies https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-unlocking-the-power-of-therapeutic-antibodies/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-unlocking-the-power-of-therapeutic-antibodies/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:29:53 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/089e4ee5-9ca5-379e-831e-72cae1080083 Join us on a journey to the forefront of therapeutic antibody development.  

In this sneak peek episode you'll gain insights into how scientists and specialists at Bio-Rad are revolutionizing the biopharmaceutical industry through their customized approach to antibody discovery.

Discover how the Pioneer Antibody Discovery platform is leading the development of exclusive, high-quality biologic candidates and providing unique advantages over commercially available discovery solutions.

Full episode HERE.

 

]]> Join us on a journey to the forefront of therapeutic antibody development.  

In this sneak peek episode you'll gain insights into how scientists and specialists at Bio-Rad are revolutionizing the biopharmaceutical industry through their customized approach to antibody discovery.

Discover how the Pioneer Antibody Discovery platform is leading the development of exclusive, high-quality biologic candidates and providing unique advantages over commercially available discovery solutions.

Full episode HERE.

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 114 trailer Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: How To Simplify Your Electrophoresis Workflow Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: How To Simplify Your Electrophoresis Workflow https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-how-to-simplify-your-electrophoresis-workflow/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-how-to-simplify-your-electrophoresis-workflow/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2023 01:25:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/4826fc70-d6c7-3c3d-89b5-87154b549c55 Opinionated Science welcomes Paulius Palaima for a remarkable behind-the-scenes look into the world of Electrophoresis.

Lucy and Paulius discuss the Invitrogen E-gel Power Snap Plus electrophoresis system, and the features and benefits in both high- and low-throughput applications...there's even a mention of Pokémon to listen out for!

Listen to the full episode now. 

 

 

]]> Opinionated Science welcomes Paulius Palaima for a remarkable behind-the-scenes look into the world of Electrophoresis.

Lucy and Paulius discuss the Invitrogen E-gel Power Snap Plus electrophoresis system, and the features and benefits in both high- and low-throughput applications...there's even a mention of Pokémon to listen out for!

Listen to the full episode now. 

 

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 120 trailer Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: The Future of Vaccines Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: The Future of Vaccines https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-the-future-of-vaccines/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-the-future-of-vaccines/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2023 09:57:44 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/2efc0f35-73c9-389a-93a9-0cfe427f111e Opinionated Science welcomes Dr. Armand Balboni for a remarkable behind-the-scenes look into the world of vaccines.

Lucy and Armand discuss everything from how vaccines are developed, to future strategies for global vaccination – including a push toward needle-free vaccinations.

Opinionated Science is a podcast by Technology Networks’, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

]]> Opinionated Science welcomes Dr. Armand Balboni for a remarkable behind-the-scenes look into the world of vaccines.

Lucy and Armand discuss everything from how vaccines are developed, to future strategies for global vaccination – including a push toward needle-free vaccinations.


Opinionated Science is a podcast by Technology Networks’, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

]]> technologynetworks false No 251 81 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Accelerating the Lab of the Future with Automation Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Accelerating the Lab of the Future with Automation https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-optimizing-bioprocesses-through-innovation-1668007842/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-optimizing-bioprocesses-through-innovation-1668007842/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:30:42 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/73951c1e-aa24-34f6-8163-bc11a4cf0487 Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this incredible episode of Opinionated Science, we will discuss the exciting concept of the Lab Of the Future with senior manager of product management at Thermo Fisher Scientific Dean Mulyk.  

Dean will be answering those tricky questions of why organisations should be looking to invest in this concept, how artificial intelligence will be impacting the lab of the future, and if people will still be essential in this futuristic laboratory.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this incredible episode of Opinionated Science, we will discuss the exciting concept of the Lab Of the Future with senior manager of product management at Thermo Fisher Scientific Dean Mulyk.  

Dean will be answering those tricky questions of why organisations should be looking to invest in this concept, how artificial intelligence will be impacting the lab of the future, and if people will still be essential in this futuristic laboratory.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 172 79 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Optimizing Bioprocesses Through Innovation Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Optimizing Bioprocesses Through Innovation https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-optimizing-bioprocesses-through-innovation/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-optimizing-bioprocesses-through-innovation/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:56:55 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/d929867d-05ee-3d45-a50d-583e99128d74 Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, Lucy Lawrence will discuss the world of optimizing bioprocesses with Geoffroy Malherbe, Senior Technical Sales Manager for Single-Use Technologies at Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Lucy and Geoffroy will discuss how these technologies are being used to achieve process compression and their effect on biopharmaceutical purification processes of the future.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, Lucy Lawrence will discuss the world of optimizing bioprocesses with Geoffroy Malherbe, Senior Technical Sales Manager for Single-Use Technologies at Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Lucy and Geoffroy will discuss how these technologies are being used to achieve process compression and their effect on biopharmaceutical purification processes of the future.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 183 78 full Episode 49: The Emerging Crisis of ”Forever” Chemicals Episode 49: The Emerging Crisis of ”Forever” Chemicals https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-49-the-emerging-crisis-of-forever-chemicals/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-49-the-emerging-crisis-of-forever-chemicals/#comments Fri, 28 Oct 2022 15:08:33 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/150ea3a1-3f65-30b5-a287-ad269913833b This latest episode is an audio version of a cover story from our online magazine, The Scientific Observer. Writer Kerry Taylor Smith explores the spread of "forever" chemicals called PFAS. Persistent and ever-present, scientists are only starting to unravel the impact PFAS may have on the environment and our health. 

Read the full article here: 

The Scientific Observer Issue 18

]]> This latest episode is an audio version of a cover story from our online magazine, The Scientific Observer. Writer Kerry Taylor Smith explores the spread of "forever" chemicals called PFAS. Persistent and ever-present, scientists are only starting to unravel the impact PFAS may have on the environment and our health. 

Read the full article here: 

The Scientific Observer Issue 18

]]> technologynetworks false No 882 77 full Opinionated Science x Extraordinary Grace: Growing a Culture of Opportunity in STEM Opinionated Science x Extraordinary Grace: Growing a Culture of Opportunity in STEM https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-x-extraordinary-grace-growing-a-culture-of-opportunity-in-stem/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-x-extraordinary-grace-growing-a-culture-of-opportunity-in-stem/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2022 08:30:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/4a14ba77-d17f-3cf7-85d2-c0270fa0e4ac Watch Grace's Keynote HERE. 

This episode of Opinionated Science is part of our latest podcast mini-series, where we are joined by esteemed STEM advocates, scientists as well as diversity, equity and inclusion experts who share their experiences interacting with and mentoring a virtual scientist named Grace.

Grace represents the next generation of scientists, but also, the underrepresented. She has the potential to change the face of analytical science; hers is an incredible, but fragile journey that called upon scientists across the globe for mentorship.

In this episode of Opinionated Science, we are joined by Farzana Azam who heads up Ideation at SCIEX as part of the Strategy and Innovation team to discuss the power of building a culture of opportunity in STEM fields.

By listening to this podcast, you’ll be joining an unprecedented conversation in science.

Now, wouldn’t that be extraordinary?

Watch Grace’s keynote.

]]> Watch Grace's Keynote HERE. 

This episode of Opinionated Science is part of our latest podcast mini-series, where we are joined by esteemed STEM advocates, scientists as well as diversity, equity and inclusion experts who share their experiences interacting with and mentoring a virtual scientist named Grace.

Grace represents the next generation of scientists, but also, the underrepresented. She has the potential to change the face of analytical science; hers is an incredible, but fragile journey that called upon scientists across the globe for mentorship.

In this episode of Opinionated Science, we are joined by Farzana Azam who heads up Ideation at SCIEX as part of the Strategy and Innovation team to discuss the power of building a culture of opportunity in STEM fields.

By listening to this podcast, you’ll be joining an unprecedented conversation in science.

Now, wouldn’t that be extraordinary?

Watch Grace’s keynote.

]]> technologynetworks false No 1591 74 full Episode 48: From Culture Plate to Dinner Plate –The Lingering Promise of Lab-Based Meat Episode 48: From Culture Plate to Dinner Plate –The Lingering Promise of Lab-Based Meat https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-48-from-culture-plate-to-dinner-plate-%e2%80%93the-lingering-promise-of-lab-based-meat/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-48-from-culture-plate-to-dinner-plate-%e2%80%93the-lingering-promise-of-lab-based-meat/#comments Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:34:29 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/7c302fbb-1082-338f-a966-f932471b0ba4 This latest episode is an audio version of a cover story from our online magazine, The Scientific Observer. In that article, writer Tanaaz Khan explores the “lingering” promise of lab-based meat, investigating whether this future food will deliver for the world’s rapidly growing population.

Read the full article here: 

The Scientific Observer Issue 16

]]> This latest episode is an audio version of a cover story from our online magazine, The Scientific Observer. In that article, writer Tanaaz Khan explores the “lingering” promise of lab-based meat, investigating whether this future food will deliver for the world’s rapidly growing population.

Read the full article here: 

The Scientific Observer Issue 16

]]> technologynetworks false No 856 73 full Opinionated Science x Extraordinary Grace: Using Mentoring As a Catalyst Within STEM Opinionated Science x Extraordinary Grace: Using Mentoring As a Catalyst Within STEM https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-x-extraordinary-grace-using-mentoring-as-a-catalyst-within-stem/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-x-extraordinary-grace-using-mentoring-as-a-catalyst-within-stem/#comments Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:49:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/ecc6f4b9-4d5d-3489-86a0-de5e29e565d4 Watch Grace's Keynote HERE. 

This episode of Opinionated Science is part of our latest podcast mini-series, where we are joined by esteemed STEM advocates, scientists as well as diversity, equity and inclusion experts who share their experiences interacting with and mentoring a virtual scientist named Grace.

Grace represents the next generation of scientists, but also, the underrepresented. She has the potential to change the face of analytical science; hers is an incredible, but fragile journey that called upon scientists across the globe for mentorship.

In this episode, voices of change, Arpana Vaniya, PhD and Maryam Goudarzi, PhD, discuss how we can achieve gender equity and more diversity in STEM disciplines through mastering outreach and mentorship.

 

By listening to this podcast, you’ll be joining an unprecedented conversation in science.

Now, wouldn’t that be extraordinary?

Watch Grace’s keynote.

]]> Watch Grace's Keynote HERE. 

This episode of Opinionated Science is part of our latest podcast mini-series, where we are joined by esteemed STEM advocates, scientists as well as diversity, equity and inclusion experts who share their experiences interacting with and mentoring a virtual scientist named Grace.

Grace represents the next generation of scientists, but also, the underrepresented. She has the potential to change the face of analytical science; hers is an incredible, but fragile journey that called upon scientists across the globe for mentorship.

In this episode, voices of change, Arpana Vaniya, PhD and Maryam Goudarzi, PhD, discuss how we can achieve gender equity and more diversity in STEM disciplines through mastering outreach and mentorship.

 

By listening to this podcast, you’ll be joining an unprecedented conversation in science.

Now, wouldn’t that be extraordinary?

Watch Grace’s keynote.

]]> technologynetworks false No 2748 72 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Proteomics Coming of Age: Recent Advances and Predictions for the Future Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Proteomics Coming of Age: Recent Advances and Predictions for the Future https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-proteomics-coming-of-age-recent-advances-and-predictions-for-the-future/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-proteomics-coming-of-age-recent-advances-and-predictions-for-the-future/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2022 09:16:31 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/65e7c5f6-ae0b-37ab-8d9c-44ca5c5d5be6 In this sneak peek episode of Opinionated Science, Lucy Lawrence and Dr. Steve Williams, the chief medical officer at SomaLogic, take a deep dive into the world of proteomics. 

This full episode podcast will discuss how recent advances in proteomics have been adopted in both pharmaceutical and academic research and are now core techniques central to drug discovery and disease research.

 

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> In this sneak peek episode of Opinionated Science, Lucy Lawrence and Dr. Steve Williams, the chief medical officer at SomaLogic, take a deep dive into the world of proteomics. 

This full episode podcast will discuss how recent advances in proteomics have been adopted in both pharmaceutical and academic research and are now core techniques central to drug discovery and disease research.

 

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 158 71 full Episode 47: Pig Skin Corneas and Memory Repair With Electricity Episode 47: Pig Skin Corneas and Memory Repair With Electricity https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-47-pig-skin-corneas-and-memory-repair-with-electricity/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-47-pig-skin-corneas-and-memory-repair-with-electricity/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2022 16:54:37 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/2e53a309-927a-3fe5-8de3-cd4965f99c5d On this episode of Opinionated Science, the team investigate two technologies that suggest that take the “fi” out of “scifi”. Listen now to find out how one research group is repairing blindness with an unexpected source of cellular help and another is using alternating electrical current to enhance memory performance.

 

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

 

Read more from this podcast:

 

Targeted Electrical Brain Stimulation Improves Memory in Older Adults

 

Curing Corneal Blindness With Bioengineered Pig Skin Implants

 

]]> On this episode of Opinionated Science, the team investigate two technologies that suggest that take the “fi” out of “scifi”. Listen now to find out how one research group is repairing blindness with an unexpected source of cellular help and another is using alternating electrical current to enhance memory performance.

 

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

 

Read more from this podcast:

 

Targeted Electrical Brain Stimulation Improves Memory in Older Adults

 

Curing Corneal Blindness With Bioengineered Pig Skin Implants

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 1414 70 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: The Microplastic Emergency Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: The Microplastic Emergency https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-the-microplastic-emergency/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-the-microplastic-emergency/#comments Fri, 19 Aug 2022 09:30:11 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/21fac1ae-6b92-3ac1-a256-1fc6b3e290f1 Plastic is everywhere, you only need to look around you to gather small glimpses of how it has become a seemingly essential part of our life. However, given the sheer quantities we produce and use each year, plastic is one of our societies biggest environmental concerns. 

When plastic waste degrades, it generates micro and even nano plastics which have the potential to cross biological barriers and build up in organisms. These plastics have even been found to cross the human bodys blood-brain barrier. 

In this sneak peek episode of Opinionated Science, Lucy Lawrence and Professor Éva Valsami-Jones take a deep dive into the global microplastic emergency and discuss how micro and nano plastics are infiltrating life as we know it. 

This full episode podcast will discuss what current research is telling us about the potential hazards posed by microplastics and remedial options being explored.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> Plastic is everywhere, you only need to look around you to gather small glimpses of how it has become a seemingly essential part of our life. However, given the sheer quantities we produce and use each year, plastic is one of our societies biggest environmental concerns. 

When plastic waste degrades, it generates micro and even nano plastics which have the potential to cross biological barriers and build up in organisms. These plastics have even been found to cross the human bodys blood-brain barrier. 

In this sneak peek episode of Opinionated Science, Lucy Lawrence and Professor Éva Valsami-Jones take a deep dive into the global microplastic emergency and discuss how micro and nano plastics are infiltrating life as we know it. 

This full episode podcast will discuss what current research is telling us about the potential hazards posed by microplastics and remedial options being explored.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 213 69 full Opinionated Science x Extraordinary Grace: Reacting to Bias in STEM Opinionated Science x Extraordinary Grace: Reacting to Bias in STEM https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-x-extraordinary-grace-reacting-to-bias-in-stem-1660030672/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-x-extraordinary-grace-reacting-to-bias-in-stem-1660030672/#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2022 08:37:52 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/2980b939-09cf-3052-b61e-b4843dbbcc06 Watch Grace's Keynote HERE. 

This episode of Opinionated Science is part of our latest podcast mini-series, where we are joined by esteemed STEM advocates, scientists as well as diversity, equity and inclusion experts who share their experiences interacting with and mentoring a virtual scientist named Grace.

Grace represents the next generation of scientists, but also, the underrepresented. She has the potential to change the face of analytical science; hers is an incredible, but fragile journey that called upon scientists across the globe for mentorship.

In this incredible episode, we speak with Sisters in Science who are taking social media by storm and helping to break stereotypes within STEM. 

By listening to this podcast, you’ll be joining an unprecedented conversation in science.

Now, wouldn’t that be extraordinary?

Watch Grace’s keynote.

]]> Watch Grace's Keynote HERE. 

This episode of Opinionated Science is part of our latest podcast mini-series, where we are joined by esteemed STEM advocates, scientists as well as diversity, equity and inclusion experts who share their experiences interacting with and mentoring a virtual scientist named Grace.

Grace represents the next generation of scientists, but also, the underrepresented. She has the potential to change the face of analytical science; hers is an incredible, but fragile journey that called upon scientists across the globe for mentorship.

In this incredible episode, we speak with Sisters in Science who are taking social media by storm and helping to break stereotypes within STEM. 

By listening to this podcast, you’ll be joining an unprecedented conversation in science.

Now, wouldn’t that be extraordinary?

Watch Grace’s keynote.

]]> technologynetworks false No 3083 67 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Rethinking Cell Culturing Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Rethinking Cell Culturing https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-rethinking-cell-culturing/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-rethinking-cell-culturing/#comments Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:42:07 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/fce74f33-06d2-3512-ab39-d7b21678ef97 Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, Lucy Lawrence will discuss the world of cell culturing with Associate Professor of Stem Cell Biology Darius Widera. Dr Widera is currently an Assistant Professor/ Lecturer at the University of Reading, United Kingdom

Lucy and Darius will explore how scientists can use cell culturing within their labs, the differences between 2D and 3D cell cultures as well as looking to the future to see where this space is heading next.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, Lucy Lawrence will discuss the world of cell culturing with Associate Professor of Stem Cell Biology Darius Widera. Dr Widera is currently an Assistant Professor/ Lecturer at the University of Reading, United Kingdom

Lucy and Darius will explore how scientists can use cell culturing within their labs, the differences between 2D and 3D cell cultures as well as looking to the future to see where this space is heading next.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 204 64 full Opinionated Science x Extraordinary Grace: Being Your Authentic Self in STEM Opinionated Science x Extraordinary Grace: Being Your Authentic Self in STEM https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/title-opinionated-science-x-extraordinary-grace-being-your-authentic-self-in-stem/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/title-opinionated-science-x-extraordinary-grace-being-your-authentic-self-in-stem/#comments Thu, 28 Jul 2022 09:03:44 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/70c27688-97c7-3bbd-b55d-90547d31a360 Watch Grace's Keynote HERE. 

This episode of Opinionated Science is part of our latest podcast mini-series, where we are joined by esteemed STEM advocates, scientists as well as diversity, equity and inclusion experts who share their experiences interacting with and mentoring a virtual scientist named Grace. Grace represents the next generation of scientists, but also, the underrepresented. She has the potential to change the face of analytical science; hers is an incredible, but fragile journey that called upon scientists across the globe for mentorship.

In this episode Graces mentor Dr. Jeanita Pritchett will be sharing her experiences becoming a speaker, trainer and coach focused on personal and professional development. She will be touching on the ways that she has ad­vocated for diversity, equity and inclusion in STEM and will share tips for identifying people in your life who can support your journey.

By listening to this podcast, you’ll be joining an unprecedented conversation in science.

Now, wouldn’t that be extraordinary?

Listen to Grace’s keynote.

]]> Watch Grace's Keynote HERE. 

This episode of Opinionated Science is part of our latest podcast mini-series, where we are joined by esteemed STEM advocates, scientists as well as diversity, equity and inclusion experts who share their experiences interacting with and mentoring a virtual scientist named Grace.

Grace represents the next generation of scientists, but also, the underrepresented. She has the potential to change the face of analytical science; hers is an incredible, but fragile journey that called upon scientists across the globe for mentorship.

In this episode Graces mentor Dr. Jeanita Pritchett will be sharing her experiences becoming a speaker, trainer and coach focused on personal and professional development. She will be touching on the ways that she has ad­vocated for diversity, equity and inclusion in STEM and will share tips for identifying people in your life who can support your journey.

By listening to this podcast, you’ll be joining an unprecedented conversation in science.

Now, wouldn’t that be extraordinary?


Listen to Grace’s keynote.


]]> technologynetworks false No 1852 63 full Episode 46: A Massive Bacterium and Fasting for Nerve Repair Episode 46: A Massive Bacterium and Fasting for Nerve Repair https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-46-a-massive-bacterium-and-fasting-for-nerve-repair/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-46-a-massive-bacterium-and-fasting-for-nerve-repair/#comments Sat, 09 Jul 2022 12:09:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/1b55aac2-1c32-374e-91a4-4e03914184f9 In the latest Opinionated Science, the team discuss the discovery of an absolute unit of a bacterium in a Caribbean swamp, and the potential of intermittent fasting to accelerate nerve repair in mice.

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

 

Read more from this podcast:

The Largest Bacterium Ever Has Been Found in a Caribbean Swamp

Intermittent Fasting Increases Nerve Repair in Mice

]]> In the latest Opinionated Science, the team discuss the discovery of an absolute unit of a bacterium in a Caribbean swamp, and the potential of intermittent fasting to accelerate nerve repair in mice.

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

 

Read more from this podcast:

The Largest Bacterium Ever Has Been Found in a Caribbean Swamp

Intermittent Fasting Increases Nerve Repair in Mice

]]> technologynetworks false No 964 61 full Episode 45: To the Depths of Drug Discovery Episode 45: To the Depths of Drug Discovery https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-45-to-the-depths-of-drug-discovery/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-45-to-the-depths-of-drug-discovery/#comments Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:18:48 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/112d4072-45d6-360b-935f-d73f61157240 This latest episode is an audio version of a cover story from our online magazine, The Scientific Observer. In it, TN Senior Science Writer Molly Campbell takes a deep dive into drug discovery efforts looking to harness the next generation of medicines from Earth’s cradle of life: the ocean. 

]]> This latest episode is an audio version of a cover story from our online magazine, The Scientific Observer. In it, TN Senior Science Writer Molly Campbell takes a deep dive into drug discovery efforts looking to harness the next generation of medicines from Earth’s cradle of life: the ocean. 

]]> technologynetworks false No 1556 60 full Episode 44: Inside a Ketamine Clinic: On the Frontiers of Psychedelic Therapy Episode 44: Inside a Ketamine Clinic: On the Frontiers of Psychedelic Therapy https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-44-inside-a-ketamine-clinic-on-the-frontiers-of-psychedelic-therapy/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-44-inside-a-ketamine-clinic-on-the-frontiers-of-psychedelic-therapy/#comments Fri, 10 Jun 2022 18:20:35 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/2b88b455-c0ba-3045-b409-f648d8750c62 This latest episode is an audio version of a cover story from our online magazine, The Scientific Observer. In it, Technology Networks’ Senior Science Writer, Ruairi J Mackenzie, visits a clinic in London offering injections of ketamine as a solution to addiction. What is the future of this new frontier of psychedelic medicine?

]]> This latest episode is an audio version of a cover story from our online magazine, The Scientific Observer. In it, Technology Networks’ Senior Science Writer, Ruairi J Mackenzie, visits a clinic in London offering injections of ketamine as a solution to addiction. What is the future of this new frontier of psychedelic medicine?

]]> technologynetworks false No 1270 59 full Episode 43: Genomics Power Hour: Decoding Morning Sickness and Dog Behavior Episode 43: Genomics Power Hour: Decoding Morning Sickness and Dog Behavior https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-43-genomics-power-hour-decoding-morning-sickness-and-dog-behavior/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-43-genomics-power-hour-decoding-morning-sickness-and-dog-behavior/#comments Fri, 13 May 2022 12:01:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/d92549ef-0a00-3de8-b002-d24b0c17e98b On this episode of Opinionated Science, the team reviews two studies that show off the power of genomic technologies, from very different angles. One answers key questions about why some women experience extreme vomiting and sickness in their first trimester of pregnancy, and the other reveals why dog breeds aren’t all they are cracked up to be.

 

Read more from this podcast: 

Nausea and Vomiting During Pregnancy Might Not Just Be Morning Sickness

Dog Breed Is Not an Accurate Way To Predict Behavior

Next-Generation Sequencing

Whole-Exome Sequencing

]]> On this episode of Opinionated Science, the team reviews two studies that show off the power of genomic technologies, from very different angles. One answers key questions about why some women experience extreme vomiting and sickness in their first trimester of pregnancy, and the other reveals why dog breeds aren’t all they are cracked up to be.

 

Read more from this podcast: 

Nausea and Vomiting During Pregnancy Might Not Just Be Morning Sickness

Dog Breed Is Not an Accurate Way To Predict Behavior

Next-Generation Sequencing

Whole-Exome Sequencing

]]> technologynetworks false No 1649 57 full Episode 42: Caffeine for ADHD and Cancer-Sniffing Worms Episode 42: Caffeine for ADHD and Cancer-Sniffing Worms https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-42-caffeine-for-adhd-and-cancer-sniffing-worms/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-42-caffeine-for-adhd-and-cancer-sniffing-worms/#comments Fri, 15 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/cdb237f4-1f6b-36c1-8b01-c48303fc963d In this episode of Opinionated Science, the team discuss a new advance that uses a microscopic worm to sniff out lung cancer, why caffeine is being investigated to treat ADHD and a stats study that may undermine an important area of neuroscience.

 

Read more from this podcast: 

"Worm-on-a-Chip" Device Could Help Diagnose Lung Cancer

Could Caffeine Help To Alleviate Some Symptoms of ADHD?

Stats Study Reveals Reason for Replication Crisis in Neuroscience

]]> In this episode of Opinionated Science, the team discuss a new advance that uses a microscopic worm to sniff out lung cancer, why caffeine is being investigated to treat ADHD and a stats study that may undermine an important area of neuroscience.

 

Read more from this podcast: 

"Worm-on-a-Chip" Device Could Help Diagnose Lung Cancer

Could Caffeine Help To Alleviate Some Symptoms of ADHD?

Stats Study Reveals Reason for Replication Crisis in Neuroscience

]]> technologynetworks false No 2041 56 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Predicting the Next Pandemic Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Predicting the Next Pandemic https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-predicting-the-next-pandemic/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-predicting-the-next-pandemic/#comments Fri, 01 Apr 2022 16:49:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/c6d46efc-4a80-3c58-a9fc-370d8a3f0546 Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, Lucy Lawrence will be discussing the world of infectious diseases with Senior Research Associate at the University of Cambridge, Freya Jephcott.

Freya’s work is primarily concerned with the effectiveness of outbreak response systems in resource-limited settings, and their management in outbreaks of uncertain etiology. In addition to this, Freya also participates in applied and policy work on complex health emergencies with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and the World Health Organization (WHO).

They will be speaking with Freya to explore how scientists can predict an outbreak of an emerging disease, what happens when things go wrong as well as looking to the future to see where the future of the space is heading. To listen to the full episode, click here. 

]]> Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, Lucy Lawrence will be discussing the world of infectious diseases with Senior Research Associate at the University of Cambridge, Freya Jephcott.

Freya’s work is primarily concerned with the effectiveness of outbreak response systems in resource-limited settings, and their management in outbreaks of uncertain etiology. In addition to this, Freya also participates in applied and policy work on complex health emergencies with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and the World Health Organization (WHO).

They will be speaking with Freya to explore how scientists can predict an outbreak of an emerging disease, what happens when things go wrong as well as looking to the future to see where the future of the space is heading.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

]]> technologynetworks false No 145 54 full Episode 41: Decoding Pig Grunts, Reviving the Christmas Rat and Your Gut vs. Sushi Episode 41: Decoding Pig Grunts, Reviving the Christmas Rat and Your Gut vs. Sushi https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-41-decoding-pig-grunts-reviving-the-christmas-rat-and-your-gut-vs-sushi/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-41-decoding-pig-grunts-reviving-the-christmas-rat-and-your-gut-vs-sushi/#comments Fri, 18 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/718a616e-64d0-3b9d-bdeb-7d3b0b1b4f62 In the latest Opinionated Science, the TN team look at a study of pigs’ emotions that may put you off your bacon, discover why an extinct rat shows the challenges of bringing species back from the dead and explore why bacteria of oceanic origin are key to your gut’s ability to digest a humble maki roll.

 

Read more from this podcast: 

How Does Your Gut Deal With Sushi?

Pigs' Emotions Revealed by Decoding Grunts

Exploring the Limitations of “Resurrecting” Extinct Animals

Return From Extinction

]]> In the latest Opinionated Science, the TN team look at a study of pigs’ emotions that may put you off your bacon, discover why an extinct rat shows the challenges of bringing species back from the dead and explore why bacteria of oceanic origin are key to your gut’s ability to digest a humble maki roll.

 

Read more from this podcast: 

How Does Your Gut Deal With Sushi?

Pigs' Emotions Revealed by Decoding Grunts

Exploring the Limitations of “Resurrecting” Extinct Animals

Return From Extinction

]]> technologynetworks false No 1971 55 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Conquering Cancer From Within Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: Conquering Cancer From Within https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-conquering-cancer-from-within/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-conquering-cancer-from-within/#comments Fri, 04 Mar 2022 13:48:49 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/adab757d-ec3a-364c-a26f-a317086a9d98 Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, Lucy Lawrence will discuss the world of cancer immunology with Professor of Cell and Tissue Therapy at UCL, the Director of Cellular Therapy at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, and also Pioneer in the manufacturing of cell and gene therapies – Dr. Mark Lowdell.

Lucy will be speaking with Mark and hearing fascinating stories from throughout his career within the cancer immunology space, as well as asking more about targets that show particular promise and the greatest challenges in making them available.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

]]> Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, Lucy Lawrence will discuss the world of cancer immunology with Professor of Cell and Tissue Therapy at UCL, the Director of Cellular Therapy at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, and also Pioneer in the manufacturing of cell and gene therapies – Dr. Mark Lowdell.

Lucy will be speaking with Mark and hearing fascinating stories from throughout his career within the cancer immunology space, as well as asking more about targets that show particular promise and the greatest challenges in making them available.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

]]> technologynetworks false No 135 52 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: What is Body-on-a-Chip Technology? Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: What is Body-on-a-Chip Technology? https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-what-is-body-on-a-chip-technology/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-what-is-body-on-a-chip-technology/#comments Fri, 25 Feb 2022 01:06:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/fe011c7d-4956-3202-b620-8607e86fd313  

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, the team is joined by Dr David Hughes, the Chief Executive Officer at CN Bio and Assistant Professor Martin Trapecar at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.  

We hear their expert insights into the world of body-on-a-chip technology as well as how CN Bio’s range of PhysioMimix™ microphysiological systems work.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

]]>  

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, the team is joined by Dr David Hughes, the Chief Executive Officer at CN Bio and Assistant Professor Martin Trapecar at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.  

We hear their expert insights into the world of body-on-a-chip technology as well as how CN Bio’s range of PhysioMimix™ microphysiological systems work.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 


]]> technologynetworks false No 152 50 full Episode 40: A Herpes-MS Link, mRNA Pills and Regenerating Frog Limbs Episode 40: A Herpes-MS Link, mRNA Pills and Regenerating Frog Limbs https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-40-a-herpes-ms-link-mrna-pills-and-regenerating-frog-limbs/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-40-a-herpes-ms-link-mrna-pills-and-regenerating-frog-limbs/#comments Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/f5cc5655-b01d-3abd-b284-3a0c4b814092 In the latest Opinionated Science, the first of 2022, the TN team discuss why multiple sclerosis links to a herpesvirus, a limb regenerating Fitbit that has amputee frogs hopping again and the next era of pill-based mRNA technology.

 

It’s also the debut of a new segment for Opinionated Science, Lab Confidential, where we reveal the chaos in our listeners’ labs that doesn’t make it into publication.

 

Read more from this podcast: 

Drug Cocktail Enables Frogs To Regenerate Amputated Limbs

Capsule for Oral mRNA Delivery Developed and Tested

Multiple Sclerosis Is Likely Caused by a Virus, Finds Study of 10 Million Military Personnel

 

]]> In the latest Opinionated Science, the first of 2022, the TN team discuss why multiple sclerosis links to a herpesvirus, a limb regenerating Fitbit that has amputee frogs hopping again and the next era of pill-based mRNA technology.

 

It’s also the debut of a new segment for Opinionated Science, Lab Confidential, where we reveal the chaos in our listeners’ labs that doesn’t make it into publication.

 

Read more from this podcast: 

Drug Cocktail Enables Frogs To Regenerate Amputated Limbs

Capsule for Oral mRNA Delivery Developed and Tested

Multiple Sclerosis Is Likely Caused by a Virus, Finds Study of 10 Million Military Personnel

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 2150 48 full Episode 39: The Science of Christmas Dinner Episode 39: The Science of Christmas Dinner https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-39-the-science-of-christmas-dinner/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-39-the-science-of-christmas-dinner/#comments Fri, 03 Dec 2021 12:55:22 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/8404d103-a4bd-3caa-bc2c-b6b6d1a6072d In this bumper episode, the team review a series of studies from the last year that investigate Christmassy food. Could the future of Christmas dinner involve a cell culture roast, unnaturally smooth chocolate and fractal cauliflower?  Read more from this podcast: 

Unraveling the Romanesco Cauliflower’s Spiraling Structure Hate Broccoli? Your Oral Microbiome Might Be the Reason 3D-Bioprinting Raises the Steaks on Waygu Hardened Wood Knife Can Slice a Steak More Easily Than Steel Scientists Find Key to Perfectly Smooth Chocolate

]]> In this bumper episode, the team review a series of studies from the last year that investigate Christmassy food. Could the future of Christmas dinner involve a cell culture roast, unnaturally smooth chocolate and fractal cauliflower? 

Read more from this podcast: 

Unraveling the Romanesco Cauliflower’s Spiraling Structure

Hate Broccoli? Your Oral Microbiome Might Be the Reason

3D-Bioprinting Raises the Steaks on Waygu

Hardened Wood Knife Can Slice a Steak More Easily Than Steel

Scientists Find Key to Perfectly Smooth Chocolate

]]> technologynetworks false No 2215 47 full Episode 38: Do Gut Microbes Play a Role in Autism? Episode 38: Do Gut Microbes Play a Role in Autism? https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-38-do-gut-microbes-play-a-role-in-autism/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-38-do-gut-microbes-play-a-role-in-autism/#comments Fri, 19 Nov 2021 15:05:47 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/f7d449dd-ea0c-33d1-b536-f2557b43cdb3 In this episode, the team examines a new study that challenges the notion that gut microbes may play a causal role in autism spectrum disorder. Might a link once ascribed to signaling from the gut’s nervous system actually just be a consequence of restricted diet? Read more from this podcast: Small study suggesting alteration of ASD traits after microbiome transfer Our immersive article on the microbiome – Inside the Microbiome A “For the Record” from Autism Speaks on their change in direction Jake Gratten and colleagues write on their study for The Conversation

]]> In this episode, the team examines a new study that challenges the notion that gut microbes may play a causal role in autism spectrum disorder. Might a link once ascribed to signaling from the gut’s nervous system actually just be a consequence of restricted diet?

Read more from this podcast:

Small study suggesting alteration of ASD traits after microbiome transfer

Our immersive article on the microbiome – Inside the Microbiome

A “For the Record” from Autism Speaks on their change in direction

Jake Gratten and colleagues write on their study for The Conversation

]]> technologynetworks false No 1033 46 full Episode 37: Finding Answers for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Mesothelioma Episode 37: Finding Answers for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Mesothelioma https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-37-finding-answers-for-myalgic-encephalomyelitischronic-fatigue-syndrome-mecfs-and-mesothelioma/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-37-finding-answers-for-myalgic-encephalomyelitischronic-fatigue-syndrome-mecfs-and-mesothelioma/#comments Fri, 05 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/0d2b197f-18dd-3728-9af7-0ccbcc314a52 In this podcast, the team look at two overlooked diseases. Malignant mesothelioma was known to be caused by the construction material asbestos decades before it was banned, while ME/CFS remains poorly understood by science. Two new developments could bring and clarity and a route to better treatment for these conditions. 

 

Read more from this podcast: 

Health Body Scraps Graded Exercise Therapy Recommendation for ME/CFS What Is ME/CFS? How the Pace Trial Misled ME/CFS Patients - via STAT Medical Leaders Sign Joint Statement in Response to NICE Guidelines on ME/CFS Therapy for Mesothelioma and Metastatic Cancer Enters Phase 1 Trial What Is Mesothelioma?

]]> In this podcast, the team look at two overlooked diseases. Malignant mesothelioma was known to be caused by the construction material asbestos decades before it was banned, while ME/CFS remains poorly understood by science. Two new developments could bring and clarity and a route to better treatment for these conditions. 

 

Read more from this podcast: 

Health Body Scraps Graded Exercise Therapy Recommendation for ME/CFS
What Is ME/CFS?
How the Pace Trial Misled ME/CFS Patients - via STAT
Medical Leaders Sign Joint Statement in Response to NICE Guidelines on ME/CFS


Therapy for Mesothelioma and Metastatic Cancer Enters Phase 1 Trial
What Is Mesothelioma?

]]> technologynetworks false No 1530 45 full Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: The Reproducibility Crisis Opinionated Science Sneak Peek: The Reproducibility Crisis https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-the-reproducibility-crisis/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-sneak-peek-the-reproducibility-crisis/#comments Fri, 22 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/0a7bcb7e-27c1-3b8e-a9e9-69b7c9205237 Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, the team is joined by  Dr. Carl Ascoli, Chief Scientific Officer at Rockland Immunochemicals.

Drawing upon decades of experience in drug development, join us to hear Dr Ascoli’s unique insights into some of the biggest challenges we face when looking at reproducibility and how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed this.

To listen to the full episode, click here.  Or, copy this link: https://technet.works/ReproducibilityCrisisPodcast

]]> Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

In this sneak peek episode, the team is joined by  Dr. Carl Ascoli, Chief Scientific Officer at Rockland Immunochemicals.

Drawing upon decades of experience in drug development, join us to hear Dr Ascoli’s unique insights into some of the biggest challenges we face when looking at reproducibility and how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed this.

To listen to the full episode, click here. 

Or, copy this link: https://technet.works/ReproducibilityCrisisPodcast

]]> technologynetworks false No 122 44 full Opinionated Science Episode 36: The Neuroscience of Creativity Opinionated Science Episode 36: The Neuroscience of Creativity https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-episode-36-the-neuroscience-of-creativity/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-episode-36-the-neuroscience-of-creativity/#comments Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:01:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/097554f8-bb21-30b6-acd0-dc567eafac02 In this episode of Opinionated Science, Senior Science Writer Ruairi J Mackenzie speaks with Dr. Rex Jung, an assistant professor in the department of neurosurgery and director of neuropsychological services at the University of New Mexico, about the neuroscience of creativity. Together, they investigate the research that has attempted to understand where creativity emerges in the brain and why it exists in the first place. Read this podcast as an article: The Neuroscience of... Creativity

]]> In this episode of Opinionated Science, Senior Science Writer Ruairi J Mackenzie speaks with Dr. Rex Jung, an assistant professor in the department of neurosurgery and director of neuropsychological services at the University of New Mexico, about the neuroscience of creativity. Together, they investigate the research that has attempted to understand where creativity emerges in the brain and why it exists in the first place.

Read this podcast as an article:

The Neuroscience of... Creativity

]]> technologynetworks false No 961 42 full Opinionated Science: The Dish on Cell Culturing Opinionated Science: The Dish on Cell Culturing https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-the-dish-on-cell-culturing/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-the-dish-on-cell-culturing/#comments Thu, 30 Sep 2021 16:11:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/299a7e3a-d7ba-3d9b-a69b-45f4ca71fe4b  In this episode, the team is joined by Jacob Sten Petersen, Corporate Vice President and Head of Stem Cell Research and Development for the global healthcare company Novo Nordisk.

Drawing upon decades of experience in drug development, join us to hear Professor Petersens unique insights into how cell culturing has played a role during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how cell cultures have impacted drug discovery across the globe.

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

]]>  In this episode, the team is joined by Jacob Sten Petersen, Corporate Vice President and Head of Stem Cell Research and Development for the global healthcare company Novo Nordisk.

Drawing upon decades of experience in drug development, join us to hear Professor Petersens unique insights into how cell culturing has played a role during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how cell cultures have impacted drug discovery across the globe.

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

]]> technologynetworks false No 1270 39 full Episode 35: Mighty Microbes Battle Cancer and Protect the Environment Episode 35: Mighty Microbes Battle Cancer and Protect the Environment https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-35-mighty-microbes-battle-cancer-and-protect-the-environment/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-35-mighty-microbes-battle-cancer-and-protect-the-environment/#comments Fri, 24 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/05bcd0e0-6c86-3f1e-b6fa-4c4c8d402c4c In this episode, the Technology Networks team review a pair of studies showing off the power of microbes. In one, they act as a conduit in an unlikely potential health benefit for a high-salt diet. In the other, they are revealed to play an important role in the breakdown of plastic in the environment.  Read more from this podcast:  High Salt Diet Helps the Microbiome To Suppress Tumors, Mouse Study Reveals Biodegradable Plastics Could Still Be Problematic in Soil

]]> In this episode, the Technology Networks team review a pair of studies showing off the power of microbes. In one, they act as a conduit in an unlikely potential health benefit for a high-salt diet. In the other, they are revealed to play an important role in the breakdown of plastic in the environment. 

Read more from this podcast: 

High Salt Diet Helps the Microbiome To Suppress Tumors, Mouse Study Reveals

Biodegradable Plastics Could Still Be Problematic in Soil

]]> technologynetworks false No 1587 41 full Opinionated Science: Discovering the Secrets of Single Cell Sequencing Opinionated Science: Discovering the Secrets of Single Cell Sequencing https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-discovering-the-secrets-of-single-cell-sequencing/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-discovering-the-secrets-of-single-cell-sequencing/#comments Tue, 14 Sep 2021 16:50:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/800e0d83-5f72-3a6c-9c61-d27077249011 In this episode, the team is joined by James Eberwine, the Co-Director of Penn Centre for Single Cell Biology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia.

 

We will be discussing how single-cell sequencing differs from alternative methods such as bulk sequencing, its applications, the challenges associated with single-cell sequences, and where the future of this research space is heading.

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

]]> In this episode, the team is joined by James Eberwine, the Co-Director of Penn Centre for Single Cell Biology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in Philadelphia.

 

We will be discussing how single-cell sequencing differs from alternative methods such as bulk sequencing, its applications, the challenges associated with single-cell sequences, and where the future of this research space is heading.

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

]]> technologynetworks false No 1773 38 full Episode 34: Genetics of Endometriosis, the Birthing Brain and Cancer Vaccines Episode 34: Genetics of Endometriosis, the Birthing Brain and Cancer Vaccines https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-34-genetics-of-endometriosis-the-birthing-brain-and-cancer-vaccines/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-34-genetics-of-endometriosis-the-birthing-brain-and-cancer-vaccines/#comments Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:13:21 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/1d4432cb-bebd-39f6-8141-e99791583a35 In this episode, the Technology Networks team review world-leading research into the mechanisms behind endometriosis, a condition that affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age, but often takes a decade to diagnose. There's also a peek into mom's brain during birth and a new cancer vaccine that uses similar technology that which created the Oxford-AstraZeneva COVID-19 vaccine.  Read more from this podcast:  A New Drug Target for Endometriosis Treatment? Designing a Cancer Vaccine Using Oxford University’s COVID-19 Vaccine Tech The Neuroscience of... Birth

]]> In this episode, the Technology Networks team review world-leading research into the mechanisms behind endometriosis, a condition that affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age, but often takes a decade to diagnose. There's also a peek into mom's brain during birth and a new cancer vaccine that uses similar technology that which created the Oxford-AstraZeneva COVID-19 vaccine. 

Read more from this podcast: 

A New Drug Target for Endometriosis Treatment?

Designing a Cancer Vaccine Using Oxford University’s COVID-19 Vaccine Tech

The Neuroscience of... Birth

]]> technologynetworks false No 2058 40 full Episode 33: Fish on Meth and a Prize-Winning Prosthesis Episode 33: Fish on Meth and a Prize-Winning Prosthesis https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-33-fish-on-meth-and-a-prize-winning-prosthesis/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-33-fish-on-meth-and-a-prize-winning-prosthesis/#comments Fri, 13 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/264549cf-5d0f-3661-9609-e1a56faa3ebc In this episode, the team looks at a study showing that the wild European perch has a fondness for methamphetamine and another body of research that has advanced how lower limb neuroprostheses are designed. Quite a pairing!  Read more from this podcast: Wild Fish Can Become Addicted to Methamphetamine in the Water Best Foot Forward: Advanced Artificial Limb Research Wins Neuromodulation Prize

]]> In this episode, the team looks at a study showing that the wild European perch has a fondness for methamphetamine and another body of research that has advanced how lower limb neuroprostheses are designed. Quite a pairing! 

Read more from this podcast:

Wild Fish Can Become Addicted to Methamphetamine in the Water

Best Foot Forward: Advanced Artificial Limb Research Wins Neuromodulation Prize

]]> technologynetworks false No 1362 37 full Opinionated Science: Cannabis Potency Testing Opinionated Science: Cannabis Potency Testing https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-cannabis-potency-testing/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-cannabis-potency-testing/#comments Fri, 16 Jul 2021 15:07:14 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/6148516a-c0ac-3d74-847b-4c960053ddde In this episode, the team is joined by Ben Southwell, an Assistant Professor at Lake Superior State University.

We explore the world of cannabis potency testing, from start up laboratories to growers and extractors and take a look at how to select the right instruments for your needs.  

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

]]> In this episode, the team is joined by Ben Southwell, an Assistant Professor at Lake Superior State University.

We explore the world of cannabis potency testing, from start up laboratories to growers and extractors and take a look at how to select the right instruments for your needs.  


Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

]]> technologynetworks false No 1530 32 full Episode 32: Debunking the "Hygiene Hypothesis" and Psychedelic Brain Changes Episode 32: Debunking the "Hygiene Hypothesis" and Psychedelic Brain Changes https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-32-debunking-the-hygeine-hypothesis-and-psychedelic-brain-changes/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-32-debunking-the-hygeine-hypothesis-and-psychedelic-brain-changes/#comments Fri, 16 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/dcd0c63a-80d2-3bf1-80fa-760a50157f30 In this episode, the team take a look at a new study that suggests the "Hygiene Hypothesis" - that early exposure to some microorganisms protects against allergic disease - might be in need of a cleanup. They also detail some findings on the psychedelic drug psilocybin and its effects on the connections of the mammalian brain. Not to be missed!  Read more from this podcast:  We May Not Be "Too Clean for Our Own Good" After All Single Dose of Psychedelic Compound Psilocybin Can Remodel Connections in the Brain Psychedelic Healing: Adjunct Therapy Harnessing Opened Malleability (PHATHOM)

]]> In this episode, the team take a look at a new study that suggests the "Hygiene Hypothesis" - that early exposure to some microorganisms protects against allergic disease - might be in need of a cleanup. They also detail some findings on the psychedelic drug psilocybin and its effects on the connections of the mammalian brain. Not to be missed! 

Read more from this podcast: 

We May Not Be "Too Clean for Our Own Good" After All

Single Dose of Psychedelic Compound Psilocybin Can Remodel Connections in the Brain

Psychedelic Healing: Adjunct Therapy Harnessing Opened Malleability (PHATHOM)

]]> technologynetworks false No 1369 35 full Opinionated Science : When Cannabis Meets Robotics Opinionated Science : When Cannabis Meets Robotics https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-when-cannabis-meets-robotics/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-when-cannabis-meets-robotics/#comments Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:05:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/5fd6860b-13aa-3eb0-92da-aa0abda3f911  

In this episode, the team is joined by Dr Toby Astill who is PerkinElmer's global Market Manager Leader.

 

We explore what happens when you cross cannabis with robotics, and Toby provides an overview of the benefits of automating laboratory testing and PerkinElmer’s new QS Works 420 workflow.

Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

]]>  

In this episode, the team is joined by Dr Toby Astill who is PerkinElmer's global Market Manager Leader.

 

We explore what happens when you cross cannabis with robotics, and Toby provides an overview of the benefits of automating laboratory testing and PerkinElmer’s new QS Works 420 workflow.


Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday.

]]> technologynetworks false No 1163 33 full Episode 31: Night Owls, Inflatable Implants and Twins' Trauma Episode 31: Night Owls, Inflatable Implants and Twins' Trauma https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-episode-31-night-owls-inflatable-implants-and-twins-trauma/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-episode-31-night-owls-inflatable-implants-and-twins-trauma/#comments Fri, 02 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/bf8b7890-9523-304c-896e-56cc893bdbab In this episode, the TN team looks in depth at three new studies: 

- An investigation of how personality traits may influence whether you are are morning person or night owl

- An inflatable innovation that could lead to pain-relieving spinal implants becoming commonplace 

- A study of migraine and PTSD in identical twins that reveals the shared genetic roots of these conditions  Read more from this podcast:  Early Risers and Night Owls May Have Different Personality Types Inflatable Spinal Implant Could Help Relieve Chronic Back Pain Twin Study Reveals Common Genetic Risk Factors for PTSD and Migraine

 

]]> In this episode, the TN team looks in depth at three new studies: 

- An investigation of how personality traits may influence whether you are are morning person or night owl

- An inflatable innovation that could lead to pain-relieving spinal implants becoming commonplace 

- A study of migraine and PTSD in identical twins that reveals the shared genetic roots of these conditions 

Read more from this podcast: 

Early Risers and Night Owls May Have Different Personality Types

Inflatable Spinal Implant Could Help Relieve Chronic Back Pain

Twin Study Reveals Common Genetic Risk Factors for PTSD and Migraine

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 1454 34 full Episode 30: Psychedelics: A Trip Through Psilocybin and MDMA Research Episode 30: Psychedelics: A Trip Through Psilocybin and MDMA Research https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-episode-30-psychedelics-a-trip-through-psilocybin-and-mdma-research/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-episode-30-psychedelics-a-trip-through-psilocybin-and-mdma-research/#comments Mon, 21 Jun 2021 12:06:10 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/cecf4e87-1256-38f2-b270-19eb273ee664 On this week’s Opinionated Science, the team take a look at the growing potential of psychedelic medicine. Hundreds of new clinical trials, exciting new synthetic psychedelics and a universal acceptance that current mental health treatments are not meeting patients’ needs have pushed the mind-altering potential of psychedelics into the medical mainstream. In this episode, Technology Networks Senior Science Writer Ruairi J Mackenzie takes a deep dive into four leading psychedelic compounds: psilocybin, MDMA, ketamine and DMT. Read more from this podcast: Why Does Ketamine Fight Depression? Finding Answers at BNA 2019 Mirror’s Image: Could a Simple Flip Produce a More Effective Ketamine-Based Antidepressant? The Neuroscience of Psychedelic Drugs: Your Brain on Psilocybin With Frederick Streeter Barrett

]]> On this week’s Opinionated Science, the team take a look at the growing potential of psychedelic medicine.

Hundreds of new clinical trials, exciting new synthetic psychedelics and a universal acceptance that current mental health treatments are not meeting patients’ needs have pushed the mind-altering potential of psychedelics into the medical mainstream.

In this episode, Technology Networks Senior Science Writer Ruairi J Mackenzie takes a deep dive into four leading psychedelic compounds: psilocybin, MDMA, ketamine and DMT.

Read more from this podcast:

Why Does Ketamine Fight Depression? Finding Answers at BNA 2019

Mirror’s Image: Could a Simple Flip Produce a More Effective Ketamine-Based Antidepressant?

The Neuroscience of Psychedelic Drugs: Your Brain on Psilocybin With Frederick Streeter Barrett

]]> technologynetworks false No 829 31 full Opinionated Science: The Future of Spatial Transcriptomics Opinionated Science: The Future of Spatial Transcriptomics https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode30-the-future-of-spatial-transcriptomics/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode30-the-future-of-spatial-transcriptomics/#comments Mon, 21 Jun 2021 12:03:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/d45a8c53-3e39-399c-b141-2910023eddac In this episode of Opinionated Science, we hear from Annika Branting, the Product Manager for Visium spatial solutions EMEA for 10x Genomics, and Peetra Magnusson from Uppsala University. 

Together we explore the world of spatial transcriptomics and get a sneak peek into Peetra’s work where she investigates the rare neurovascular disease Cerebral cavernous malformations and the benefits she has found when using spatial transcriptomics in her work. 

 

Read more from this podcast:

https://www.10xgenomics.com/resources/publications?sortBy=publications-relevance&refinementList%5BproductGroups%5D%5B0%5D=Spatial%20Gene%20Expression&page=1

https://elifesciences.org/articles/61413

]]> In this episode of Opinionated Science, we hear from Annika Branting, the Product Manager for Visium spatial solutions EMEA for 10x Genomics, and Peetra Magnusson from Uppsala University. 

Together we explore the world of spatial transcriptomics and get a sneak peek into Peetra’s work where she investigates the rare neurovascular disease Cerebral cavernous malformations and the benefits she has found when using spatial transcriptomics in her work. 

 

Read more from this podcast:

https://www.10xgenomics.com/resources/publications?sortBy=publications-relevance&refinementList%5BproductGroups%5D%5B0%5D=Spatial%20Gene%20Expression&page=1

https://elifesciences.org/articles/61413

]]> technologynetworks false No 898 30 full Episode 29: Puppies! And Optogenetic Sight Restoration Episode 29: Puppies! And Optogenetic Sight Restoration https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-29-puppies-and-optogenetic-sight-restoration/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-29-puppies-and-optogenetic-sight-restoration/#comments Fri, 04 Jun 2021 12:43:33 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/83a7ad01-2173-35dd-abbe-58a10a988ff2 In this episode of Opinionated Science, we hear about some revolutionary research that has deployed a cutting-edge genetic technique to restore partial sight to a man who lost his vision to retinitis pigmentosa 40 years previously. And also about a behavioral experiment involving over 300 cute puppies - this podcast has it all!  Read more from this podcast: Optogenetic Therapy Partially Restores Vision in a Blind Patient Puppies Are Born Ready To Socialize With Humans

]]> In this episode of Opinionated Science, we hear about some revolutionary research that has deployed a cutting-edge genetic technique to restore partial sight to a man who lost his vision to retinitis pigmentosa 40 years previously. And also about a behavioral experiment involving over 300 cute puppies - this podcast has it all! 

Read more from this podcast:

Optogenetic Therapy Partially Restores Vision in a Blind Patient

Puppies Are Born Ready To Socialize With Humans

]]> technologynetworks false No 1832 29 full Episode 28: The Futuristic Lab Episode 28: The Futuristic Lab https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-episode-28-the-futuristic-lab/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/opinionated-science-episode-28-the-futuristic-lab/#comments Fri, 21 May 2021 10:10:18 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/dbe08a27-781e-33db-9664-1fcad6fa8fc9 In this episode, the team is joined by Claudia Consoli, the Facility Lead for qPCR at Central Biotechnology Services in Cardiff, Jon Baize, the Senior Product Manager for Thermo Fisher Scientific Connect Platform™ and David Joyce, the director of Product Management at Thermo Fisher Scientific. 

They explore the fundamental requirements of the laboratory of the future and discuss how innovative technologies are advancing and their wishes for the future of the laboratory.

]]> In this episode, the team is joined by Claudia Consoli, the Facility Lead for qPCR at Central Biotechnology Services in Cardiff, Jon Baize, the Senior Product Manager for Thermo Fisher Scientific Connect Platform™ and David Joyce, the director of Product Management at Thermo Fisher Scientific. 

They explore the fundamental requirements of the laboratory of the future and discuss how innovative technologies are advancing and their wishes for the future of the laboratory.

]]> technologynetworks false No 1781 28 full Episode 27:Cannabis Edibles: Getting the Munchies for Science Episode 27:Cannabis Edibles: Getting the Munchies for Science https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-27cannabis-edibles-getting-the-munchies-for-science/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-27cannabis-edibles-getting-the-munchies-for-science/#comments Fri, 07 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/9ee06fde-6e6f-3c16-b8ad-132478aeb613 In this special crossover episode, the TN team are joined by Leo Bear-McGuinness, Science Writer and Editor for Analytical Cannabis and hear his interview with Merril Gilbert, co-founder of edibles consultancy TraceTrust. We hear how cannabis edibles affect our bodies and brains and how the growing demand for edibles will see the creation of cannabis drinks and restaurants. Please bring snacks for this podcast. 

]]> In this special crossover episode, the TN team are joined by Leo Bear-McGuinness, Science Writer and Editor for Analytical Cannabis and hear his interview with Merril Gilbert, co-founder of edibles consultancy TraceTrust. We hear how cannabis edibles affect our bodies and brains and how the growing demand for edibles will see the creation of cannabis drinks and restaurants. Please bring snacks for this podcast. 

]]> technologynetworks false No 1673 28 full Episode 26: Organoids: How to grow your own brain Episode 26: Organoids: How to grow your own brain https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-26-organoids-how-to-grow-your-own-brain/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-26-organoids-how-to-grow-your-own-brain/#comments Fri, 30 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/1b3d440c-ef86-37e0-bb22-63a0b7f734f4 In this episode, the team is joined by John Mason, a Professor of Molecular Neural Development at the University of Edinburgh. They explore the miniature world of organoids and discuss how these small models are making big changes in the world of neurological research.

]]> In this episode, the team is joined by John Mason, a Professor of Molecular Neural Development at the University of Edinburgh. They explore the miniature world of organoids and discuss how these small models are making big changes in the world of neurological research.

]]> technologynetworks false No 1815 27 full Episode 25: AirDNA and Reversing Hair Loss in Shaved Mice Episode 25: AirDNA and Reversing Hair Loss in Shaved Mice https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-25-airdna-and-reversing-hair-loss-in-shaved-mice/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-25-airdna-and-reversing-hair-loss-in-shaved-mice/#comments Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/a747ab46-0d15-3b82-a996-67d6ff11035a In this episode the TN team take a look at a study that has plucked DNA out of thin air, and another that points the way towards reversing stress-induced hair loss. There are several bad puns in this episode, please proceed with caution. 

Read more from this podcast: First Evidence of Animal and Human DNA Collection From Air Scientists Uncover Why Chronic Stress Can Lead to Hair Loss

]]> In this episode the TN team take a look at a study that has plucked DNA out of thin air, and another that points the way towards reversing stress-induced hair loss. There are several bad puns in this episode, please proceed with caution. 

Read more from this podcast:

First Evidence of Animal and Human DNA Collection From Air

Scientists Uncover Why Chronic Stress Can Lead to Hair Loss

]]> technologynetworks false No 1701 26 full Episode 24: Mayan Bones, Boozy Brains and Baboon Logic Episode 24: Mayan Bones, Boozy Brains and Baboon Logic https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-24-mayan-bones-boozy-brains-and-baboon-logic/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-24-mayan-bones-boozy-brains-and-baboon-logic/#comments Fri, 26 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/a01d8c90-50be-3994-b5c6-2cf50c9f2c5c In this roundup episode , the TN team review what happens in the brain when we drink alcohol, find out how to use baboons and grapes to make discoveries about logic processing and unearth the rise-and-fall life story of an ancient Mayan.  Read more from this podcast: Bones Tell the Story of a Powerful Man's Rise and Fall Behavioral Effects of Alcohol May Be Caused by Breakdown Products Produced in the Brain Study Shows Baboons, Like Humans, Can Solve Abstract Reasoning Tasks

]]> In this roundup episode , the TN team review what happens in the brain when we drink alcohol, find out how to use baboons and grapes to make discoveries about logic processing and unearth the rise-and-fall life story of an ancient Mayan. 

Read more from this podcast:

Bones Tell the Story of a Powerful Man's Rise and Fall

Behavioral Effects of Alcohol May Be Caused by Breakdown Products Produced in the Brain

Study Shows Baboons, Like Humans, Can Solve Abstract Reasoning Tasks

]]> technologynetworks false No 1563 25 full Episode 23: Mind Palaces, Artificial Sight and Invading Squirrels Episode 23: Mind Palaces, Artificial Sight and Invading Squirrels https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-23-mind-palaces-artificial-sight-and-invading-squirrels/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-23-mind-palaces-artificial-sight-and-invading-squirrels/#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/acbb9a4e-1e34-3e17-8dac-0c27af704976 In this episode, the TN team round up some of the best and weirdest science from the last month. We investigate some innovative methods being used to control invasive squirrels, a new technology that could partially restore sight and an innovative memory technique beloved by ancient greeks, memory maestros and TV detectives. 

Read more from this podcast: 

Gene-Editing Approach To Control the Invasive Gray Squirrel 

Retinal Implants Give Artificial Vision to Blind People

Sherlock’s Mind Palace Technique Explains “Memory Athletes'” Incredible Recall 

Colombia’s cocaine hippos and the complex impacts of invasive species  ]]> In this episode, the TN team round up some of the best and weirdest science from the last month. We investigate some innovative methods being used to control invasive squirrels, a new technology that could partially restore sight and an innovative memory technique beloved by ancient greeks, memory maestros and TV detectives. 

Read more from this podcast: 

Gene-Editing Approach To Control the Invasive Gray Squirrel 

Retinal Implants Give Artificial Vision to Blind People

Sherlock’s Mind Palace Technique Explains “Memory Athletes'” Incredible Recall 

Colombia’s cocaine hippos and the complex impacts of invasive species  ]]> technologynetworks false No 1916 24 full Episode 22: Microplastics Nano-sized Waste Causing Macro-sized Problem Episode 22: Microplastics Nano-sized Waste Causing Macro-sized Problem https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-22-microplastics-nano-sized-waste-causing-macro-sized-problem/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-22-microplastics-nano-sized-waste-causing-macro-sized-problem/#comments Fri, 26 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/9965cb59-390a-3a49-8ebe-2a522ac1fcc3 technologynetworks false No 1274 23 full Episode 21: The Roundup – Moon Phases, Anti-Cancer Elephants and Poop Infusions Episode 21: The Roundup – Moon Phases, Anti-Cancer Elephants and Poop Infusions https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-21-the-roundup-%e2%80%93-moon-phases-anti-cancer-elephants-and-poop-infusions/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-21-the-roundup-%e2%80%93-moon-phases-anti-cancer-elephants-and-poop-infusions/#comments Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:30:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/8f710001-4fbf-37ce-9f87-1717e97e848d In this episode, the TN team round up some of the best and weirdest science from the last month. Hear how elephants and naked mole rats fight cancer, how immunotherapy is getting a microbial boost from poop transplants and why researchers think our sleep patterns might be affected by the phases of the moon.  Read more from this podcast:  The Marsupial Brain Benefits From a Stretchy Shape Investigating How Elephants Evolved To Become Resistant to Cancer Moon Phase Linked to Altered Sleep Duration and Onset Fecal Transplant Boosts Cancer Immunotherapy What Can the Naked Mole-rat Teach Us About Cancer?

]]> In this episode, the TN team round up some of the best and weirdest science from the last month. Hear how elephants and naked mole rats fight cancer, how immunotherapy is getting a microbial boost from poop transplants and why researchers think our sleep patterns might be affected by the phases of the moon. 

Read more from this podcast: 

The Marsupial Brain Benefits From a Stretchy Shape

Investigating How Elephants Evolved To Become Resistant to Cancer

Moon Phase Linked to Altered Sleep Duration and Onset

Fecal Transplant Boosts Cancer Immunotherapy

What Can the Naked Mole-rat Teach Us About Cancer?

]]> technologynetworks false No 2168 22 full Episode 20: How Data Integrity Can Stop You Getting Fined $500 Million Episode 20: How Data Integrity Can Stop You Getting Fined $500 Million https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-20-how-data-integrity-can-stop-you-getting-fined-500-million/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-20-how-data-integrity-can-stop-you-getting-fined-500-million/#comments Fri, 29 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/8cfbb250-7438-3291-bb12-5e2efb4f6e1f  In this episode, we explore data integrity – a pillar of good science. We hear from our expert speakers how modern labs can improve their data and, of course, what happens when mistakes or fraud compromises data integrity.

]]>  In this episode, we explore data integrity – a pillar of good science. We hear from our expert speakers how modern labs can improve their data and, of course, what happens when mistakes or fraud compromises data integrity.

]]> technologynetworks false No 1077 21 full Episode 19: Next-Generation Sequencing Takes Over the World Episode 19: Next-Generation Sequencing Takes Over the World https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-19-next-generation-sequencing-takes-over-the-world/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-19-next-generation-sequencing-takes-over-the-world/#comments Fri, 22 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/f09070b5-5da4-398c-8ba7-6b98f208c748 In this episode, the team discuss the omnipresent technology of next-generation sequencing (NGS), which has seen the cost of sequencing a human genome go from $100 million to under $1000 in just two decades. We hear from the European Bioinformatics Institute’s Dr Alex Almeida, who uses NGS techniques to examine the human microbiome. We also investigate the future of NGS and ask what will happen when we have sequenced absolutely everything?

]]> In this episode, the team discuss the omnipresent technology of next-generation sequencing (NGS), which has seen the cost of sequencing a human genome go from $100 million to under $1000 in just two decades. We hear from the European Bioinformatics Institute’s Dr Alex Almeida, who uses NGS techniques to examine the human microbiome. We also investigate the future of NGS and ask what will happen when we have sequenced absolutely everything?

]]> technologynetworks false No 1290 20 full Episode 18: The No-COVID Science Wrap-up of 2020 Episode 18: The No-COVID Science Wrap-up of 2020 https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-18-the-no-covid-science-wrap-up-of-2020/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-18-the-no-covid-science-wrap-up-of-2020/#comments Fri, 04 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/92d01cbb-3123-3930-bdf4-cf21a36457b4 2020 has been a memorable year in science for many reasons, most of them bad. As we finally begin to see some chinks of light at the end of this incredibly long year, the Opinionated Science team look back at some of the biggest stories of the year that were nothing to do with COVID-19, including brain implants, inherited trauma and millions of tons of microplastics. 

Read more from this podcast: 

Opinionated Science takes a deep dive into Neuralink All-Female Crew Open Eyes to Plastic Pollution Crisis on Round the World Sailing Expedition Infographic: Microplastic Detection What's the Physiological Relevance? A Profile of Oded Rechavi The Epigenetic Memory of Stress Flows Through Generations in Coral Trauma Impacts the Metabolism in Ways That Can Be Inherited

]]> 2020 has been a memorable year in science for many reasons, most of them bad. As we finally begin to see some chinks of light at the end of this incredibly long year, the Opinionated Science team look back at some of the biggest stories of the year that were nothing to do with COVID-19, including brain implants, inherited trauma and millions of tons of microplastics. 

Read more from this podcast: 

Opinionated Science takes a deep dive into Neuralink

All-Female Crew Open Eyes to Plastic Pollution Crisis on Round the World Sailing Expedition

Infographic: Microplastic Detection

What's the Physiological Relevance? A Profile of Oded Rechavi

The Epigenetic Memory of Stress Flows Through Generations in Coral

Trauma Impacts the Metabolism in Ways That Can Be Inherited

]]> technologynetworks false No 2250 19 full Episode 17: I Got COVID-19: Here's What Happened Episode 17: I Got COVID-19: Here's What Happened https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-17-i-got-covid-19-heres-what-happened/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-17-i-got-covid-19-heres-what-happened/#comments Fri, 20 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/6bf260e7-1c7d-351c-9b20-31c5c1e588f3 This episode is a COVID-19 podcast with a first-hand focus. Podcast host Ruairi Mackenzie discusses his experience with symptomatic COVID-19. And we also look at the data around COVID-19 risk and age and discuss the emerging problems posed by long COVID. Read more from this podcast:  CDC Data on COVID-19 Risk by Age The Lasting Misery of Coronavirus Long-Haulers Long Covid: Reviewing the Science and Assessing the Risk

]]> This episode is a COVID-19 podcast with a first-hand focus. Podcast host Ruairi Mackenzie discusses his experience with symptomatic COVID-19. And we also look at the data around COVID-19 risk and age and discuss the emerging problems posed by long COVID.

Read more from this podcast: 

CDC Data on COVID-19 Risk by Age

The Lasting Misery of Coronavirus Long-Haulers

Long Covid: Reviewing the Science and Assessing the Risk

]]> technologynetworks false No 1665 18 full Episode 16: The Metabolome: The Way to Personalized Healthcare? Episode 16: The Metabolome: The Way to Personalized Healthcare? https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-16-the-metabolome-the-way-to-personalized-healthcare/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-16-the-metabolome-the-way-to-personalized-healthcare/#comments Fri, 06 Nov 2020 20:00:00 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/4d40df2a-8f2a-3abb-ba31-b4269f8e529f In this episode, the team discuss the metabolome; the billions of tiny molecules that our cells produce every second. Scientific understanding of the metabolome has leapt forward, opening the door to a better understanding of how to treat disease, how to live a healthier lifestyle and even how trauma can be passed down via our metabolites. Today's episode is brought to you by SCIEX.  Read more from this podcast: Wellness and Illness From a Precision Quantification Perspective Disease Biomarker Discovery Infographic What's Your (Metabo)Type?  Trauma Impacts the Metabolism in Ways That Can Be Inherited

]]> In this episode, the team discuss the metabolome; the billions of tiny molecules that our cells produce every second. Scientific understanding of the metabolome has leapt forward, opening the door to a better understanding of how to treat disease, how to live a healthier lifestyle and even how trauma can be passed down via our metabolites.

Today's episode is brought to you by SCIEX. 

Read more from this podcast:

Wellness and Illness From a Precision Quantification Perspective

Disease Biomarker Discovery Infographic

What's Your (Metabo)Type? 

Trauma Impacts the Metabolism in Ways That Can Be Inherited

]]> technologynetworks false No 1525 17 full Episode 15: COVID-19 and the Brain: Investigating the “Silent Wave” Episode 15: COVID-19 and the Brain: Investigating the “Silent Wave” https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-15-covid-19-and-the-brain-investigating-the-silent-wave/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-15-covid-19-and-the-brain-investigating-the-silent-wave/#comments Fri, 09 Oct 2020 12:15:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/307800de-d4fc-3380-8ef8-e28315bc2b13 On this episode, the team will discuss how the SARS-CoV-2 virus affects our brain. Over time, it‘s become clear that in addition to affecting our respiratory system, SARS-CoV-2 infection can also have implications for our brain and nerves. This podcast will untangle the disparate effects involved, covering everything from a subdued sense of smell to serious brain inflammation and damage. Finally, we’ll discuss evidence that a “third wave“ of COVID-19 could target the brain in years to come.  Read more from this podcast:  What Does COVID-19 Do to the Nervous System? What Are the Psychiatric Side Effects of Coronavirus Infection? Neurological Consequences of COVID-19: The “Silent Wave” Sniffin' Sticks for Testing Loss of Smell in COVID-19

]]> On this episode, the team will discuss how the SARS-CoV-2 virus affects our brain.

Over time, it‘s become clear that in addition to affecting our respiratory system, SARS-CoV-2 infection can also have implications for our brain and nerves. This podcast will untangle the disparate effects involved, covering everything from a subdued sense of smell to serious brain inflammation and damage. Finally, we’ll discuss evidence that a “third wave“ of COVID-19 could target the brain in years to come. 

Read more from this podcast: 

What Does COVID-19 Do to the Nervous System?

What Are the Psychiatric Side Effects of Coronavirus Infection?

Neurological Consequences of COVID-19: The “Silent Wave”

Sniffin' Sticks for Testing Loss of Smell in COVID-19


]]> technologynetworks false No 1800 16 full Episode 14: Cancer Immunotherapy: Vaccines, Viruses and Nobel Prizes Episode 14: Cancer Immunotherapy: Vaccines, Viruses and Nobel Prizes https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-14-cancer-immunotherapy-vaccines-viruses-and-nobel-prizes/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-14-cancer-immunotherapy-vaccines-viruses-and-nobel-prizes/#comments Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/a02c1d7e-3838-33f4-8f6d-8e4de2ced40c In this episode, the team explore cancer immunotherapy, a revolutionary set of treatments that has fundamentally changed cancer care. In exploring how our immune system can be turned against cancer, we follow a trail from ancient China to the cutting edge of medical research and look to a personalized future for immunotherapy. Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science.  Read more from this podcast:  Treating Cancer – 5 Types of Immunotherapy Key Developments in Cancer Immunotherapy Over the Last Decade Future Cancer Immunotherapy Treatments Could Be Administered by a Pill Cancer and the Immune System New Vaccine Has the Potential To Treat Several Different Cancers

]]> In this episode, the team explore cancer immunotherapy, a revolutionary set of treatments that has fundamentally changed cancer care. In exploring how our immune system can be turned against cancer, we follow a trail from ancient China to the cutting edge of medical research and look to a personalized future for immunotherapy. Opinionated Science is Technology Networks’ homemade podcast, where our team of scientists-turned-journalists cut out the chewy jargon and serve up slices of the most fascinating stories from the world of science. 

Read more from this podcast: 

Treating Cancer – 5 Types of Immunotherapy

Key Developments in Cancer Immunotherapy Over the Last Decade

Future Cancer Immunotherapy Treatments Could Be Administered by a Pill

Cancer and the Immune System

New Vaccine Has the Potential To Treat Several Different Cancers

]]> technologynetworks false No 1291 15 full Episode 13: Connecting the Brain: “Thought Tetris”, Brain Privacy and Neuralink Episode 13: Connecting the Brain: “Thought Tetris”, Brain Privacy and Neuralink https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-13-connecting-the-brain-thought-tetris-brain-privacy-and-neuralink/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-13-connecting-the-brain-thought-tetris-brain-privacy-and-neuralink/#comments Fri, 11 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/7e9a3e69-f329-3066-8088-3b5140d65509 In this episode, the team discuss efforts to let your brain communicate beyond the limits of your head. Whilst much of this research is still in early stages, scientists have shown how individuals can share thoughts through brain wave-based games of Tetris, and tech entrepreneurs have looked to a future where brains can be directly joined with computers. We look into these technologies’ potential to help paralysis patients and the ethical implications of a network of interconnected brains. Read more from this podcast:  Brain-Computer Interface Lets Three People Play Video Games Using Their Minds Neuralink Progress Update, Summer 2020 Rajesh Rao at TED: Brain Co-Processors-When AI Meets the Brain 

]]> In this episode, the team discuss efforts to let your brain communicate beyond the limits of your head. Whilst much of this research is still in early stages, scientists have shown how individuals can share thoughts through brain wave-based games of Tetris, and tech entrepreneurs have looked to a future where brains can be directly joined with computers. We look into these technologies’ potential to help paralysis patients and the ethical implications of a network of interconnected brains.

Read more from this podcast: 

Brain-Computer Interface Lets Three People Play Video Games Using Their Minds

Neuralink Progress Update, Summer 2020

Rajesh Rao at TED: Brain Co-Processors-When AI Meets the Brain 

]]> technologynetworks false No 2568 14 full Episode 12: Green Labs: Sustainable Science and Exploding Microscopes Episode 12: Green Labs: Sustainable Science and Exploding Microscopes https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-12-green-labs-sustainable-science-and-exploding-microscopes/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-12-green-labs-sustainable-science-and-exploding-microscopes/#comments Fri, 28 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/01984174-ad7e-3312-b926-bcb9e7f6b056 In this episode, the team discuss the growing movement for sustainable science. Research has a yeti-sized ecological footprint, and here we follow the tracks from ozone-destroying CFCs and energy-guzzling freezers through to a new future for science that promises to make labs eco-friendly at last.

Read more from this podcast: Creating an Environmentally Sustainable Lab Infographic Reducing Plastic in the Lab Allison Paradise Interviewed at SfN 2018 Eco-nutrition Label for Labware Could Make Science a Greener Place To Be

]]> In this episode, the team discuss the growing movement for sustainable science. Research has a yeti-sized ecological footprint, and here we follow the tracks from ozone-destroying CFCs and energy-guzzling freezers through to a new future for science that promises to make labs eco-friendly at last.

Read more from this podcast:

Creating an Environmentally Sustainable Lab Infographic

Reducing Plastic in the Lab

Allison Paradise Interviewed at SfN 2018

Eco-nutrition Label for Labware Could Make Science a Greener Place To Be

]]> technologynetworks false No 1972 13 full Episode 11: Biohacking: DIY Gene Editing, Fluorescent Beer and COVID-19 Episode 11: Biohacking: DIY Gene Editing, Fluorescent Beer and COVID-19 https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-11-biohacking-diy-gene-editing-fluorescent-beer-and-covid-19/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-11-biohacking-diy-gene-editing-fluorescent-beer-and-covid-19/#comments Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:38:15 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/7fed8d9b-1827-3723-bfec-59d0a1ffb118 In this episode, the team take a deep dive into the world of biohacking. Practitioners of this DIY biology have big goals: making genetic technologies available to all, bypassing government regulation of drugs and (on the fringes of the movement) achieving immortality. Are biohackers visionaries or outsider scientists lost in a fantasy?  Read more from this podcast:  Meet Josiah Zayner, the Biohacker Next Door One Biohacker’s Improbable Bid to Make a DIY Covid-19 Vaccine Biohack the Planet Livestream & Chat Russia’s COVID-19 Vaccine “Approved" Despite No Phase III Data A DIY COVID-19 Vaccine? 

]]> In this episode, the team take a deep dive into the world of biohacking. Practitioners of this DIY biology have big goals: making genetic technologies available to all, bypassing government regulation of drugs and (on the fringes of the movement) achieving immortality. Are biohackers visionaries or outsider scientists lost in a fantasy? 

Read more from this podcast: 

Meet Josiah Zayner, the Biohacker Next Door

One Biohacker’s Improbable Bid to Make a DIY Covid-19 Vaccine

Biohack the Planet Livestream & Chat

Russia’s COVID-19 Vaccine “Approved" Despite No Phase III Data

A DIY COVID-19 Vaccine? 

]]> technologynetworks false No 2234 12 full Episode 10: COVID-19 Vaccines: Three Leading Candidates, Assessed Episode 10: COVID-19 Vaccines: Three Leading Candidates, Assessed https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-10-covid-19-vaccines-three-leading-candidates-assessed/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-10-covid-19-vaccines-three-leading-candidates-assessed/#comments Fri, 31 Jul 2020 14:18:58 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/12379455-c8da-33e3-b2bb-3caa717cbaf9 In this episode, the TN team discuss three promising vaccine candidates being developed for COVID-19. We take a deep dive into the data from these vaccine trials to try and work out what successes can be celebrated and what unanswered questions still remain. Read more from this podcast:  Vaccine 1: Moderna's mRNA-1273 Vaccine 2: Oxford University's ChAdOx1 Vaccine 3: CanSino Biologics' Adenovirus Type-5 Antigen vs Antibody – What Are the Differences? A Vaccine 101 Exploring the Drug Development Process Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Positive Interim Results in Phase I Trial

]]> In this episode, the TN team discuss three promising vaccine candidates being developed for COVID-19. We take a deep dive into the data from these vaccine trials to try and work out what successes can be celebrated and what unanswered questions still remain.

Read more from this podcast: 

Vaccine 1: Moderna's mRNA-1273

Vaccine 2: Oxford University's ChAdOx1

Vaccine 3: CanSino Biologics' Adenovirus Type-5

Antigen vs Antibody – What Are the Differences?

A Vaccine 101

Exploring the Drug Development Process

Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Positive Interim Results in Phase I Trial

]]> technologynetworks false No 2551 11 full Episode 9: The Ethics of Genetics Testing: “Duty of Care”, Consent and Data Security Episode 9: The Ethics of Genetics Testing: “Duty of Care”, Consent and Data Security https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-9-the-ethics-of-genetics-testing-duty-of-care-consent-and-data-security/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-9-the-ethics-of-genetics-testing-duty-of-care-consent-and-data-security/#comments Fri, 17 Jul 2020 13:33:34 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/e679f4c0-c28d-5142-b255-5b08ea00dea5 Genetic data is moving to the mainstream. Testing, both in the clinic and through direct-to-consumer delivery, is much quicker and cheaper then ever before. But these advances have come with a lot of ethical baggage. In this podcast we discuss how clinical testing can throw up surprise results for doctor and patient, the test data that is helping fight COVID-19 and how one of our own editors responded to receiving her genetic risk scores.

Read more from this podcast: 

Exploring the Ethics of Genetic Testing

Exploring the Ethics of Genetic Testing: What Does Consent Mean?

Exploring the Ethics of Genetic Testing: Where Does Duty Begin and End?

Data from Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Tests Used To Create a Drug for Inflammatory Diseases

Chronologically, I'm 23, but Biologically – I'm 26

Large Study Suggests Blood Type O May Be a Protective Factor Against COVID-19

One Year on, Scientists Defend Canada’s Anti-Genetic Discrimination Law

]]> Genetic data is moving to the mainstream. Testing, both in the clinic and through direct-to-consumer delivery, is much quicker and cheaper then ever before. But these advances have come with a lot of ethical baggage. In this podcast we discuss how clinical testing can throw up surprise results for doctor and patient, the test data that is helping fight COVID-19 and how one of our own editors responded to receiving her genetic risk scores.

Read more from this podcast: 

Exploring the Ethics of Genetic Testing

Exploring the Ethics of Genetic Testing: What Does Consent Mean?

Exploring the Ethics of Genetic Testing: Where Does Duty Begin and End?

Data from Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Tests Used To Create a Drug for Inflammatory Diseases

Chronologically, I'm 23, but Biologically – I'm 26

Large Study Suggests Blood Type O May Be a Protective Factor Against COVID-19

One Year on, Scientists Defend Canada’s Anti-Genetic Discrimination Law

]]> technologynetworks false No 1924 10 full Episode 8: Personalized Medicine: Cancer, Neuroscience and Genetic Data Episode 8: Personalized Medicine: Cancer, Neuroscience and Genetic Data https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-8-personalized-medicine-cancer-genomics-and-genetic-data/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-8-personalized-medicine-cancer-genomics-and-genetic-data/#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2020 14:01:23 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/75ab6ec2-171c-5741-93ee-bab3f232d20f In this episode, the TN team discuss the potential of personalized, precision approaches to change healthcare. We hear how cancer care has been one of the first areas to take advantage of patient-specific data, the risks and rewards of increased access to genomic data and how neuroscience is beginning to explore diseases of the brain at a personal level.

Read more from this podcast: Chronologically, I'm 23, but Biologically – I'm 26 Personalized Medicine and Cancer Concepts and Promises of Personalized Medicine More Severe Alzheimer's Subtype May Be Caused by Tau Modification Cancer Biomarkers: Powering Precision Medicine The Power of Proteogenomics in Precision Medicine One Year on, Scientists Defend Canada’s Anti-Genetic Discrimination Law Exploring Differences in Drug Response With Dr Namandje N. Bumpus Pharmacogenomics CRISPR, Cell Therapies and Drug Discovery Exploring the Latest in CRISPR and Stem Cell Research

]]> In this episode, the TN team discuss the potential of personalized, precision approaches to change healthcare. We hear how cancer care has been one of the first areas to take advantage of patient-specific data, the risks and rewards of increased access to genomic data and how neuroscience is beginning to explore diseases of the brain at a personal level.

Read more from this podcast:

Chronologically, I'm 23, but Biologically – I'm 26

Personalized Medicine and Cancer

Concepts and Promises of Personalized Medicine

More Severe Alzheimer's Subtype May Be Caused by Tau Modification

Cancer Biomarkers: Powering Precision Medicine

The Power of Proteogenomics in Precision Medicine

One Year on, Scientists Defend Canada’s Anti-Genetic Discrimination Law

Exploring Differences in Drug Response With Dr Namandje N. Bumpus

Pharmacogenomics

CRISPR, Cell Therapies and Drug Discovery

Exploring the Latest in CRISPR and Stem Cell Research

]]> technologynetworks false No 1492 9 full Episode 7: The Vagus Nerve: A Target to Treat Brain and Body? Episode 7: The Vagus Nerve: A Target to Treat Brain and Body? https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-7-the-vagus-nerve-a-target-to-treat-brain-and-body/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-7-the-vagus-nerve-a-target-to-treat-brain-and-body/#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2020 16:38:31 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/387c21e0-7eab-5afc-ba19-c43882c6722e In this episode, we review the evidence surrounding vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), a therapy approved for epilepsy and depression that backers now want to use to treat a host of other conditions, include autoimmune disease and heart failure. How can scientists fill in the gaps in the VNS knowledge base?

Read more from this podcast:

Zanos lab research on anodal block

The history of VNS

VNS as a treatment for depression

Sensate Device

]]> In this episode, we review the evidence surrounding vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), a therapy approved for epilepsy and depression that backers now want to use to treat a host of other conditions, include autoimmune disease and heart failure. How can scientists fill in the gaps in the VNS knowledge base?

Read more from this podcast:

Zanos lab research on anodal block

The history of VNS

VNS as a treatment for depression

Sensate Device

]]> technologynetworks false No 1712 8 full Episode 6: COVID-19: Repurposing Drugs, Hydroxychloroquine and Clinical Trials Episode 6: COVID-19: Repurposing Drugs, Hydroxychloroquine and Clinical Trials https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-8-covid-19-repurposing-drugs-hydroxychloroquine-and-clinical-trials/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-8-covid-19-repurposing-drugs-hydroxychloroquine-and-clinical-trials/#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2020 16:15:52 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/5b9ec917-4b73-5112-9487-0b3229000191 In this episode, the Technology Networks team discuss drug treatments to combat COVID-19. These drugs, like the anti-malarial hydroxychloroquine, have often been repurposed for the task, and evidence for their efficacy remains patchy. Why do researchers turn to these medications and how will the field of drug development be changed by the COVID-19 pandemic?  Read more from this podcast: 

Hydroxychloroquine Revived by WHO

How modeling can support drug development

Covid-19 brings drug development to a halt

Tackling Covid-19: ongoing drug development efforts

Flooded by the torrent: the COVID-19 drug pipeline

Global impact on clinical trials

What is a preprint? 

Exploring the drug development process

Keep up to date with COVID-19 vaccine development

Updates:

Hydroxychloroquine arm stopped in RECOVERY Trial

]]> In this episode, the Technology Networks team discuss drug treatments to combat COVID-19. These drugs, like the anti-malarial hydroxychloroquine, have often been repurposed for the task, and evidence for their efficacy remains patchy. Why do researchers turn to these medications and how will the field of drug development be changed by the COVID-19 pandemic? 

Read more from this podcast: 

Hydroxychloroquine Revived by WHO

How modeling can support drug development

Covid-19 brings drug development to a halt

Tackling Covid-19: ongoing drug development efforts

Flooded by the torrent: the COVID-19 drug pipeline

Global impact on clinical trials

What is a preprint? 

Exploring the drug development process

Keep up to date with COVID-19 vaccine development

Updates:

Hydroxychloroquine arm stopped in RECOVERY Trial

]]> technologynetworks false No 1810 7 full Episode 5: The Placebo Effect: Phantom Surgery, Alternative Medicine and the Big Bad Nocebo Episode 5: The Placebo Effect: Phantom Surgery, Alternative Medicine and the Big Bad Nocebo https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-5-the-placebo-effect/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-5-the-placebo-effect/#comments Fri, 22 May 2020 13:23:31 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/a70cb858-56a2-5016-9b82-dc486ebda077 In this episode, the Technology Networks team investigate the placebo effect. Why have placebo treatments become more effective at treating patients in the last few decades (but only in the USA) and what do powerful placebos mean for clinical trials? 

Read more from this podcast: 

The Power of the Placebo Effect

Survey Finds 97% of GPs Prescribe Placebos

Placebo Surgery Trial

The Magnitude of Nocebo Effects in Pain

Placebo Effect Grows in U.S., Thwarting Development of Painkillers

]]> In this episode, the Technology Networks team investigate the placebo effect. Why have placebo treatments become more effective at treating patients in the last few decades (but only in the USA) and what do powerful placebos mean for clinical trials? 

Read more from this podcast: 

The Power of the Placebo Effect

Survey Finds 97% of GPs Prescribe Placebos

Placebo Surgery Trial

The Magnitude of Nocebo Effects in Pain

Placebo Effect Grows in U.S., Thwarting Development of Painkillers

]]> technologynetworks false No 1133 6 full Episode 4: Food Fraud: Fake Wine, Poisonous Milk and Horse Lasagna Episode 4: Food Fraud: Fake Wine, Poisonous Milk and Horse Lasagna https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-4-food-fraud-imaginary-vineyards-poisonous-milk-and-horsemeat-lasagna/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-4-food-fraud-imaginary-vineyards-poisonous-milk-and-horsemeat-lasagna/#comments Fri, 08 May 2020 11:19:05 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/fbb69110-4af6-5902-add4-04cbe8068c9b In this episode, the Technology Networks team take a bite into the world of food fraud. We take a look at famous cases of fraud, including scandals involving horse meat, baby formula and expensive wine. We also discover the analytical methods that inspectors can try and use to find fraudulent food before it makes it to your plate.  Read more from this podcast: 

Shedding Light on Wine Fraud With NMR Fingerprinting

Whiskey, the Target of Fraud

Infographic: What's in Your Food?

 

]]> In this episode, the Technology Networks team take a bite into the world of food fraud. We take a look at famous cases of fraud, including scandals involving horse meat, baby formula and expensive wine. We also discover the analytical methods that inspectors can try and use to find fraudulent food before it makes it to your plate. 

Read more from this podcast: 

Shedding Light on Wine Fraud With NMR Fingerprinting

Whiskey, the Target of Fraud

Infographic: What's in Your Food?

 

]]> technologynetworks false No 938 5 full Episode 3: The Microbiome: Gut-Brain Connections and "Poo Pills" Episode 3: The Microbiome: Gut-Brain Connections and "Poo Pills" https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-2-the-microbiome-gut-brain-connections-and-poo-pills/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-2-the-microbiome-gut-brain-connections-and-poo-pills/#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2020 14:53:57 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/9f331dd6-7204-558c-815a-bc8631e23ae4 In this episode, the Technology Networks team discuss the community of bacteria that have made our bodies their home: the microbiome. We explore how these bugs can influence our behavior and help us fight disease and whether microbiota-modifying poo pills could become a part of precision medicine in the near future. 

 

Read more from this podcast:

https://www.technologynetworks.com/cancer-research/infographics/the-microbiome-and-cancer-319758

https://www.technologynetworks.com/genomics/infographics/sequencing-the-microbiome-327727

https://www.technologynetworks.com/neuroscience/articles/mouse-moms-microbiota-leads-to-altered-behavior-326252

https://www.technologynetworks.com/tn/articles/microbiome-medicine-takes-center-stage-308055

]]> In this episode, the Technology Networks team discuss the community of bacteria that have made our bodies their home: the microbiome. We explore how these bugs can influence our behavior and help us fight disease and whether microbiota-modifying poo pills could become a part of precision medicine in the near future. 

 

Read more from this podcast:

https://www.technologynetworks.com/cancer-research/infographics/the-microbiome-and-cancer-319758

https://www.technologynetworks.com/genomics/infographics/sequencing-the-microbiome-327727

https://www.technologynetworks.com/neuroscience/articles/mouse-moms-microbiota-leads-to-altered-behavior-326252

https://www.technologynetworks.com/tn/articles/microbiome-medicine-takes-center-stage-308055

]]> technologynetworks false No 1780 4 full Episode 2: Psychedelic Drugs: Ketamine for Depression, Party Octopuses and Stoned Dolphins Episode 2: Psychedelic Drugs: Ketamine for Depression, Party Octopuses and Stoned Dolphins https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-2-psychedelic-drugs-ketamine-for-depression-party-octopuses-and-stoned-dolphins/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-2-psychedelic-drugs-ketamine-for-depression-party-octopuses-and-stoned-dolphins/#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2020 16:04:00 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/78c0bcf0-89ca-5f50-b248-d4399a70d977 In this episode, the Technology Networks team discuss the rejuvenated field of psychedelic drugs research and how it might provide solutions for enduring mental health disorders.

Read more from this podcast: 

https://www.technologynetworks.com/neuroscience/articles/the-neuroscience-of-psychedelic-drugs-ending-psychedelic-myths-with-professor-david-nutt-328359

https://www.technologynetworks.com/neuroscience/articles/the-neuroscience-of-psychedelic-drugs-your-brain-on-psilocybin-with-frederick-streeter-barrett-328582

https://www.technologynetworks.com/neuroscience/articles/the-neuroscience-of-psychedelic-drugs-octopuses-mdma-and-healing-social-injury-328152

Watch dophins getting high on pufferfish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msx3BAhIeQg

]]> In this episode, the Technology Networks team discuss the rejuvenated field of psychedelic drugs research and how it might provide solutions for enduring mental health disorders.

Read more from this podcast: 

https://www.technologynetworks.com/neuroscience/articles/the-neuroscience-of-psychedelic-drugs-ending-psychedelic-myths-with-professor-david-nutt-328359

https://www.technologynetworks.com/neuroscience/articles/the-neuroscience-of-psychedelic-drugs-your-brain-on-psilocybin-with-frederick-streeter-barrett-328582

https://www.technologynetworks.com/neuroscience/articles/the-neuroscience-of-psychedelic-drugs-octopuses-mdma-and-healing-social-injury-328152

Watch dophins getting high on pufferfish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msx3BAhIeQg

]]> technologynetworks false No 1521 3 full Science Aloud: Preprint Describes Human Monoclonal Antibody That Blocks SARS-CoV-2 Science Aloud: Preprint Describes Human Monoclonal Antibody That Blocks SARS-CoV-2 https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/science-aloud-preprint-describes-human-monoclonal-antibody-that-blocks-sars-cov-2/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/science-aloud-preprint-describes-human-monoclonal-antibody-that-blocks-sars-cov-2/#comments Wed, 08 Apr 2020 14:06:08 +0100 technologynetworks.podbean.com/82c12025-c073-50a7-beab-51a2d0c38bba Our Science Aloud podcasts feature audio narrations of Technology Networks articles. 

In this episode of Science Aloud, Technology Networks Science Writer Molly Campbell narrates her article on a human monoclonal antibody that can block the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. 

Read the article here: https://www.technologynetworks.com/biopharma/news/first-report-of-human-monoclonal-antibody-that-blocks-sars-cov-2-332110

Read more about how preprints differ from peer-reviewed research here: https://www.technologynetworks.com/tn/articles/understanding-preprints-in-scientific-publication-332961

]]> Our Science Aloud podcasts feature audio narrations of Technology Networks articles. 

In this episode of Science Aloud, Technology Networks Science Writer Molly Campbell narrates her article on a human monoclonal antibody that can block the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. 

Read the article here: https://www.technologynetworks.com/biopharma/news/first-report-of-human-monoclonal-antibody-that-blocks-sars-cov-2-332110

Read more about how preprints differ from peer-reviewed research here: https://www.technologynetworks.com/tn/articles/understanding-preprints-in-scientific-publication-332961

]]> technologynetworks false No 393 2 full Episode 1: Genes and the Brain Episode 1: Genes and the Brain https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-1-neurogenomics/ https://technologynetworks.podbean.com/e/episode-1-neurogenomics/#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2020 14:34:32 +0000 technologynetworks.podbean.com/5b287565-4bd7-55f7-9fbc-4a1942dfd24c In this episode, the Technology Networks team discuss neurogenomics, the interface between our genes and our brain. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday. 

Read more from this podcast: 

https://bit.ly/2wGJW0j

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5816070/

]]> In this episode, the Technology Networks team discuss neurogenomics, the interface between our genes and our brain. Expect a new Opinionated Science every other Friday. 

Read more from this podcast: 

https://bit.ly/2wGJW0j

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5816070/

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