Science communication and Education
In this episode Anna and Andrea Paterlini talks about the approach to education of genetics and his experience developing a course for 2nd year bachelor students. They discuss diversity and inclusion ...
19 Jan 202448min
The ins and outs of scientific publishing
With many PhD students interested in alternative career pathways in science, we are keen to explore and demystify the world of scientific publishing. In this episode, Severina Marija Pociunaite talks ...
11 Dec 202342min
Let’s chat, meet Prof. Thorunn Helgason, new head of Biology School at the University of Edinburgh
In this episode, Haomiao chats with Professor Thorunn Helgason, the head of the School of Biological sciences at Edinburgh University. It’s been a year since Thorunn started her post here in August 20...
6 Nov 202330min
Plant fossils and the story they tell
In this episode Neelakshi talks to Dr. Sandy Hetherington about the work in plant paleobotany and evolution. They discuss what are plant fossils, how and where they are formed and what they can tell u...
4 Okt 202335min
Introduction to RNA Therapies with Prof Amy Buck
With the advancements of RNA synthesis techniques due to the success of the Covid-19 vaccine we are asking what other therapeutic purposes RNA could have. In this episode, Alastair Scott talks to Prof...
5 Sep 202321min
Plastic: From Bin to Bake
In this episode, Severina Pociunaite chats to Dr Jo Sadler about how to view plastic as a resource, that can be turned into useful chemicals. Plastic can not only be recycled, but also upcycled: by br...
28 Juli 202339min
OGI Bio: An Automated Bioreactor Start-Up
How did this Edinburgh Professor move from studying physics to starting a Biotechnology spin-out company? In our new episode, we hear from Professor Teuta Pilizota all about how her past research expe...
27 Juni 202331min
Circadian Rhythms with Dr Gerben van Ooijen
Why do you think you are awake right now? You might be aware that your circadian rhythm determines your sleep cycle. But how does your body keep time? Can a cell have a clock? And how can this system ...
30 Maj 202319min
