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Bridge the Gap

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Quantum Mechanics
Superconductivity
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Laser Spectroscopy
Nuclear Fusion
Exoplanets
Solar Physics
Pigments
Stars
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Colors
Graz University Of Technology
Inorganic Pigment Materials
Stellar Evolution
Electromagnetic Spectrum
Yttrium Indium Manganese Blue
Transport Processes
Solid State Physics
Environmental Sustainability

Curious about science or just here for a good story? This podcast brings research to life, breaking down complex topics into everyday language. Join us as we chat with real scientists about their cutting-edge work and the highs and lows of finding the balance between work and private life. Whether you are a science buff or a total beginner, tune in for insightful conversations, fascinating discove... more

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How can we detect exoplanets, i.e. planets orbiting other stars, potentially a few tens of lightyears away from Earth? What can we learn about their host stars from the way their light is dimmed by the planets themselves? These are only some of the q... more

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What is the effect of clouds on the global and local climate on Earth? How much of the solar radiation can they reflect back to space? How much of the surface heat can they trap? Can we describe and predict how the climate will be in 50 years? What c... more

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What is a catalyst? And what is an enzyme instead? It turns out catalysts are fundamental in speeding up chemical reactions that would otherwise occur in a very, very long time. Enzymes, biological catalysts, take part in a lot of the chemical reacti... more

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Who says phase transitions are only diagrams and critical lines? What if they could be understood through something as simple as making a smooth, cheesy sauce? In this episode, Ivan Di Terlizzi, from the Max Planck Institute for the Physics of Comple... more

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Kristina Kislyakova
Assistant Professor, Department of Astrophysics, University of Vienna; leader of the Solar System Evolution Group
University of Vienna
Episode: On exoplanets and star-quakes
Aiko Voigt
Professor of climate science
University of Vienna
Episode: How do clouds affect climate?
Xenia Georgiadou
PhD candidate at Graz University of Technology, Institute of Molecular Biotechnology
Graz University of Technology
Episode: Enzymes
Ivan Di Terlizzi
Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Physics of Complex Systems
Max Planck Institute for Physics of Complex Systems (Dresden)
Episode: The Physics of Pasta Cacio e Pepe
Peter Puschnig
Professor in theoretical physics specialized in electronic structure theory
University of Graz
Episode: How fast is ultrafast spectroscopy?
Rina Demjaha
Medical Doctor, PhD student; focus on biomarkers in neurodegenerative diseases
Medical University of Graz, Department of Neurology
Episode: Neurodegenerative diseases
Johanna Byloff
PhD candidate from ETH in Zurich focusing on nanoscale engineering of metal-polymer interfaces
ETH Zurich
Episode: Do metals and polymers get along well?
Alexander Shapiro
Professor at University of Graz, expert in stellar and exoplanetary physics
University of Graz
Episode: Solar physics
Douwe Bonthuis
Professor at Graz University of Technology specializing in biophysics
Graz University of Technology
Episode: Biophysics

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Tommaso
PhD student at Graz University of Technology with a focus on scientific research.
Daniel
PhD student at Graz University of Technology specializing in scientific insights.

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Enzymes
Q: How do enzymes differ from chemical catalysts in terms of specificity and operation in the cell?
Enzymes are highly specific for particular substrates and can function as biological catalysts either inside cells or in carefully prepared environments outside cells, whereas many chemical catalysts are less selective and may require different conditions to achieve the same outcomes.
Enzymes
Q: Let me start with a very, I assume, basic question. What is a catalyst?
A catalyst is a molecule or substance that speeds up a chemical reaction and can operate by stabilizing reaction intermediates, thereby lowering the energy barrier for the transformation.
How fast is ultrafast spectroscopy?
Q: Could you explain what the pump-probe experiment is exactly?
Two laser pulses are used—the pump excites the electron to a higher state, and the probe follows after a short delay to eject the electron; by repeating this sequence many times, researchers build up an image of the electron's dynamics in a given state.
How fast is ultrafast spectroscopy?
Q: What even is an electron, and is there any intuitive way to think about it?
The electron is one of the fundamental building blocks of nature with properties like mass, electric charge, and spin; it behaves as both a particle and a wave, and its state is described by a wave function rather than a simple point particle.
Do metals and polymers get along well?
Q: Why is it even important to find a strong bond between a metal and a polymer quite generally?
Johanna emphasizes that weak bonds can lead to delamination, which is critical for applications like flexible electronics where thermal cycling occurs.

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Engaging discussions on scientific topics are at the heart of this podcast, which brings cutting-edge research into an accessible format for all listeners, regardless of their prior knowledge. With a focus on disciplines like physics and biophysics, episodes feature scientists sharing insights on their pioneering work, the intricacies of their studies, and the challenges they encounter in balancing personal and professional lives. Topics covered range from solar and plasma physics to biophysics and environmental sustainability, enriched by humorous interactions that simplify complex concepts and make them entertaining and informative. This unique blend of expert insights and relatable storytelling likely appeals to both science enthusiasts ... more

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