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Arizona Science

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Climate Change
Cognitive Aging
Learning and Memory
Neuroscience
Older Adults
Saguaro Cactus
Antarctica
Sound Technology
Psychology
Freshwater Supply
Snowfall
Satellite Technology
Sea Level Rise
Biodiversity
Experimental Economics
Asthma
Artificial Intelligence
University Of Arizona
Emotions
Agriculture

From astronomy to cancer research and beyond, explore the latest scientific and technological innovations taking place in Arizona.

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Los Angeles firefighters battled the Palisades Fire in January 2025. University of Arizona environmental health researcher Melissa Furlong talks about a study looking at the challenges the firefighters are now facing, including changes in blood prote... more

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We often hear about feelings that come from our gut. Researchers led by University of Arizona physiologist Maya Kaelberer are working to understand how our gut and brain communicate. Their studies could lead to new strategies for addressing diet-rela... more

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The Trump administration is moving to dismantle some of the world's leading climate and weather research institutions. It's the latest result in the politicization of climate science. University of Arizona Environmental Science professor Kathy Jacobs... more

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Scientists from around the world have spent two years examining material brought back to Earth from the asteroid Bennu by the University of Arizona-backed Osiris REx mission. U of A planetary scientist Jess Barnes discusses some of the findings from ... more

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Melissa Furlong
Assistant Professor of Environmental Health Sciences
Zuckerman College of Public Health at the University of Arizona
Episode: Investigating the health of California firefighters
Maya Kaelberer
Assistant Professor in Physiology and a member of UA's Bio 5 Institute
University of Arizona College of Medicine
Episode: The importance of gut health
Kathy Jacobs
Professor in the Department of Environmental Science and Director of UA's Center for Climate Adaptation Science and Solutions
University of Arizona
Episode: Selling the importance of climate science
Jess Barnes
Associate Professor in the University's Lunar and Planetary Laboratory
University of Arizona
Episode: Updating the samples from asteroid Bennu
Martin Reimann
Associate Professor of Marketing in the Eller College of Management
University of Arizona
Episode: Examining the science behind how we make choices
Fabian Fernandez
Associate Professor in the University's Department of Psychology and expert on sleep research.
University of Arizona
Episode: Tracking drought patterns via the jet stream using tree rings
Gondy Leroy
Professor in Management Information Systems and Research Director in the UA's Center for Management Innovations in Healthcare
University of Arizona
Episode: Using machine learning to study natural language processing
Lauren Petrullo
An Assistant Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona, studying microbial health in squirrels
University of Arizona
Episode: Learning from squirrels about microbial health
Courtney Duchardt
Cooperative Extension Specialist with the University of Arizona
University of Arizona
Episode: Turning to wildlife to stop the spread of wildfires

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Leslie Tolbert
Regents Professor Emerita in Neuroscience at the University of Arizona, and an educator with interest in science dissemination.
Tim Swindle
Professor Emeritus of Planetary Science at the University of Arizona, focusing on astronomy and science education.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Too short

    Very interesting topics but I find the podcast segments frustratingly short, leaving me somewhat unsatisfied that I've learned something.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Packratinaz
    United States7 years ago
  • Catching up with science is easy!

    Listening to this will lead you where we are as a human in the field of science, it discusses core ideas which are at the heart of development of tomorrow’s world and at the verge of solving some of the mankind problems.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jigarsingh
    India7 years ago
  • Good insight to new science

    I very much am enjoying the sound byte presentations of new and ongoing scientific research.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Envirogirl86
    Australia8 years ago

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The importance of gut health
Q: What are the consequences of this kind of signaling?
Maya explains that the signals can inform food choices and hormonal responses regarding different nutrients.
The importance of gut health
Q: What led you to study the details of how our brain and gut communicate with each other?
Maya discusses her training as a sensory neurobiologist and her interest in how sensory transduction affects our understanding of the gut-brain connection.
Selling the importance of climate science
Q: What was your experience working in the Obama administration?
Kathy describes it as both invigorating and frustrating, highlighted by her roles in water policy and the National Climate Assessment.
Selling the importance of climate science
Q: What are the hurdles that you face sort of day to day?
Kathy mentions that water and climate issues have emotional and political components, especially when working with diverse communities.
Selling the importance of climate science
Q: What drew you in the first place to your focus on the important and actually urgent climate challenges that we face today?
Kathy was drawn to the environment and nature from an early age, moving from water management to climate adaptation.

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This series explores a wide range of scientific disciplines, from environmental science to astrophysics and neuroscience, featuring discussions with leading experts and researchers primarily from the University of Arizona. Episodes highlight innovative studies and technologies related to topics such as water management, consumer behavior, climate change, and sleep research, making advanced scientific concepts accessible to a general audience. Unique elements include community engagement efforts with indigenous tribes and a focus on the ecological impacts of species like prairie dogs, offering listeners new insights into both local and global scientific challenges.

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Recent guests on Arizona Science include:

1. Melissa Furlong
2. Maya Kaelberer
3. Kathy Jacobs
4. Jess Barnes
5. Martin Reimann
6. Fabian Fernandez
7. Gondy Leroy
8. Lauren Petrullo

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