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Ri Science Podcast

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Sustainable Materials

Explore a new area of science every month from the world's sharpest minds. 'From the Theatre' episodes every second Wednesday of the month, bringing you talks from the Ri's world-renowned Theatre. Ri Science Podcast original episodes every last Wednesday of the month, lifting the lid on the science all around us.

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Jules Howard
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Kat Bahannon
Advocate for women's representation in science and healthcare.
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Jess Wade
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Bronwen Perseval
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Mike Shaver
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Elizabeth Tasker
Astrophysicist and JAXA employee specializing in planetary science and exoplanet exploration.
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Flaminia Ronca
Researcher focusing on brain and body interactions during exercise
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Host leading discussions and interviews with scientific experts.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 208 ratings
  • Amazing

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Inklin
    a year ago
  • So informative!

    Really enjoy how informative and interesting each episode is. Great questions from the interviewer too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GEW97
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • To Science Podcast BBC

    Excellent information on a disease, endometriosis, that is useful, truthfully and unsparingly presented.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earnest Fan
    United States5 years ago
  • Amazing

    Really excellent top quality speakers great Q&A sessions all you ever wanted from a science podcast and more! Educational informative topical

    Apple Podcasts
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    Paleofast
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Love these!

    Please post all your lectures!!

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    williamnapp
    United States7 years ago

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What can dogs teach us about the microbiome? - with Bushra Schuitemaker
Q: What does your work at Biome9 involve?
Bushra discusses her research at Biome9, where they analyze dog fecal samples to understand the microbiome's health implications and provide dietary recommendations.
What can dogs teach us about the microbiome? - with Bushra Schuitemaker
Q: How do domesticated animals like dogs share microbiomes with humans?
Bushra highlights the similarity between human and dog microbiomes due to cohabitation and diet, emphasizing the evolution of dogs alongside humans.
What can dogs teach us about the microbiome? - with Bushra Schuitemaker
Q: What is the microbiome and why is it important?
Bushra explains that the microbiome is a community of microorganisms essential for digestion, immune development, and overall health, impacting processes across the body.
What can dogs teach us about the microbiome? - with Bushra Schuitemaker
Q: Could you tell us a bit about how your interest in the microbiome of domestic animals came about?
Bushra shares her deep love for domestic animals stemming from her childhood and explains how her research transitioned from studying cancer to the microbiome, focusing on the interconnectedness of health across species.
Sustainable materials: Trick or treat? - with Mike Shaver
Q: How do you see the plastic and sustainability landscape changing in 5-10 years?
There will be increased focus on mechanical recycling and keeping waste in a higher value condition.

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Content centers around various scientific topics and issues, featuring expert insights from a variety of fields such as neuroscience, bioinformatics, space science, and sustainable materials. Notable episodes have explored the effects of climate change on cognitive function, the complexities of the microbiome in health, and barriers women face in science, focusing on inclusion as well. These diverse discussions not only present cutting-edge science but also explore historical contexts and cultural perspectives, making for rich, educational narratives. The format typically includes expert interviews, allowing listeners to engage with complex topics that have relevance in everyday life and society.

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1. James Kinross
2. Elizabeth Tasca
3. Jules Howard
4. Kat Bahannon
5. Jess Wade
6. Bronwen Perseval
7. Mike Shaver
8. Elizabeth Tasker

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