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Episode 425
After 8.5 years of weekly podcasts I'm going to take a 5 week break and plan new episodes for 2024. I'm going through a medical glitch that has me u…
2 years, 5 months ago
A Novel RNAi Approach to Crop Protection - Todd Hauser
Episode 424
Even under the best conditions, crops need our assistance to survive the numerous threats that limit production. Classically, synthetic and natural c…
2 years, 6 months ago
Drugs from the Rainforest - Lisa Conte
Episode 423
There is tremendous variation in the plant kingdom, as plants have adapted to many ecological niches with discrete challenges. Part of adaptation is …
2 years, 6 months ago
Proposed Gene Editing Changes in the EU -Dr. Emma Kovak
Episode 422
Gene editing is a powerful and specific technique that allows customized changes to DNA. Because there are no additional sequences transferred, and a…
2 years, 6 months ago
"On Disinformation" Critical Conversations in the Post-Truth Era- Dr. Lee McIntyre
Episode 421
Information has been weaponized, and the ability to create false information to achieve an ideological goal has never been more easy. Political polar…
2 years, 6 months ago
Therapeutics Controlling Protein Turnover - Dr. Juliet Williams
Episode 420
While DNA captures most of the fanfare, proteins are the catalytic and structural superstars of the cell. However, they can also become problematic. …
2 years, 7 months ago
Biohacking, DIY Biotech- Opportunities and Ethics with David Ishee
Episode 419
Recombinant DNA technologies once confined to the laboratory are now available to just about anyone. Is this a good thing or an extreme risk? David I…
2 years, 7 months ago
Rapid Detection of Dangerous Pathogens - Dr. Brad Perkins
Episode 418
We're surrounded by microbes, many that are the basis of disease. Others have evolved resistance to our best antibiotics. Others may be weaponized fo…
2 years, 7 months ago
The Pawpaw: History and Genetic Improvement - Adam D'Angelo
Episode 417
The Pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is the largest native North American fruit, and grows wild throughout most temperate forests of the eastern United State…
2 years, 7 months ago
In The News: Citrus Greening Disease Update; Dangerous Seed Oils? Cameron English
Episode 416
In today's episode I cover two topics with Cameron English, science journalist and podcast host. We discuss the current status of citrus greening di…
2 years, 8 months ago