
The talks from the researchers in the field of infectious diseases. The podcast is hosted by South Texas Center for Emerging Infectious Diseases (STCEID).
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 85 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Categories | Natural SciencesLife SciencesScience | ||||

Viroids are some of the most unusual biological infectious agents because they consist of only very small circular RNA molecules. They are too small to encode proteins, yet they are resilient and cause disease in a variety of agriculturally importan... more
Archaea are one of the three domains of life on earth, but these organisms are much more mysterious and less understood than either Bacteria or Eukaryotes. Dr. Alex Bisson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Brandeis Universit... more
Guinea worm infections have been plaguing mankind throughout recorded history. The Carter Center took the lead in the guinea worm eradication effort in the 1980’s, when there were over 3 million cases per year. Through concentrated effort, this disea... more
Antibiotic resistant bacteria are threatening modern society by making antibiotics obsolete. Dr. Nizet is a Professor and Vice Chair in the Department of Pediatrics at UCSD, as well as the faculty lead for the UCSD Collaborative to Halt Antibiotic-Re... more
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This podcast features engaging discussions focused on the latest research and developments in the field of infectious diseases. Topics range from plant pathogens affecting crops, such as cannabis viroids, to public health challenges like Guinea worm disease and antimicrobial resistance. Guests typically include prominent researchers and experts, each providing valuable insights and innovative solutions related to their specific areas of study, making the content both informative and relevant to current scientific challenges. Unique to this podcast is its emphasis on integrating real-world implications of scientific research, bridging the gap between academia and public understanding.
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Recent guests on microTalk include:
1. Dr. Zamir Punja
2. Dr. Alexandre Bisson
3. Adam Weiss
4. Victor Nizet
5. Dr. Kate Rubins
6. Dr. Hyun Jung Kim
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