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Genetic Data and Black Americans with Dr. Janina Jeff Ringo
Genetic testing has had some ups and downs over the past few years, with wide swaths of data sets setting a precedent for potential individualized healthcare. But, oftentimes, that data misrepresents…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Science Loves a Binary. Dr. Shawn Hercules Is Breaking It Down
It’s Pride Month! To help us celebrate, Dr. Samantha Yammine is joined by Dr. Shawn Hercules, a queer, non-binary cancer researcher and science communicator. They’ll discuss Shawn’s research into bre…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Ocean Literacy & Conservation
The key to protecting our oceans is understanding them. So, today, host Dr. Samantha Yammine leans into learning about the power and struggles of the environments that keep our planet blue. From the …
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Digital Privacy & Protecting Your Data
You might think you have nothing to hide on your devices but everyone does. From bank accounts to passwords to travel plans, protecting your digital privacy is one of the biggest issues we face today…
Published on 3 months ago
The Scramble to Solve Space Scrap
Looking up at the dark sky on a clear night means seeing the lit up little satellites move their way around the night sky. Those satellites might be pretty to look at but researchers are currently wo…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Climate Change in the Pacific Islands
It’s Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and we’re using this week’s episode to highlight scientists and researchers from those regions to emphasize their contribution…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Birding for Beginners in a Changing World
Birdwatching has taken off as a hobby in recent years, and for good reason! Birds are vital members of our planet’s ecosystems and are major bioindicators when it comes to understanding how climate c…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Will AI Replace Scientists?
The tasks that AI is able to perform has grown exponentially over the years but there are a few things AI still struggles with, like accurately mimicking scientific methodology. Dr. James Zou joins h…
Published on 3 months, 4 weeks ago
Indigenous Climate Solutions, Virus Thaw, AI Brain Implant
When tackling solutions to climate change, we tend to focus on westernized approaches rather than listening to Indigenous Peoples about the best ways to protect our earth. So, today, just in time for…
Published on 4 months ago
Iceberg Ahead, Microbiome Map, Non-Alcoholic Wine
Icebergs are natural behemoths, littered across the ocean. They are both subjects of awe and fear among sailors so today, Dr. Samantha Yammine discusses the ins and outs of these ginormous monoliths …
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago