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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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This month we're bringing you an exploration of space science From the Theatre. In his talk back in 2024, Anu Ojha OBE from the UK Space Agency explores the discoveries made through applications of space science, climate change and engineering and ho... more

Neutrinos are the most important particle you were never taught about. They are created in radioactive decays in the sun, the centre of the Earth, supernovae, and even beer. Particle physicist Kirsty Duffy joins us this month to discuss the origins a... more

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is offering a revolutionary new treatment option for a range of diseases, particularly cancers. By combining the skills of physicists and physicians, PDT uses light to kill living cells without damaging the structural integ... more

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How are segments of DNA preserved from ancient viruses impacting the functioning of the placenta? And how does this lead to pregnancy complications? Jennifer Frost leads a team of researchers at Kings College London, investigating the role of transpo... more

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Kirsty Duffy
University of Oxford
Episode: Unveiling the ghost particle: Neutrinos and their impact on particle physics - with Kirsty Duffy
Stephen Bown
Expert in laser medicine and founder of the National Medical Laser Centre at UCL
National Medical Laser Centre, University College London
Episode: From the Lab: Treating cancer with light through photodynamic therapy - with Stephen Bown
Jennifer Frost
Leader of a research group at Kings College London investigating placental genetics and transposon regulation
Kings College London
Episode: How does epigenetics impact the placenta? - with Jennifer Frost
Anil Seth
Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience; Director of the Centre for Consciousness Science, University of Sussex
University of Sussex
Episode: The science of consciousness: Could a conscious AI exist? - with Anil Seth
Sri Subramanian
Professor of Computer Science at UCL; co-founder of Acoustofab and Auditraptics
University College London; Acoustofab; Auditraptics
Episode: From the Lab: The future of sound wave engineering - with Sriram Subramanian
Pooja Swali
Research fellow at University College London focusing on pathogen genomics and ancient DNA
University College London
Episode: What can ancient DNA reveal about the past? - with Pooja Swali
Jonathan Tennyson
Massey Professor of Physics at University College London
University College London
Episode: From the Lab: Investigating exoplanets - with Jonathan Tennyson
Tomi Akingbade
PhD student focusing on neuroinflammation and Alzheimer's Disease, founder of the Black Women in Science Network
University of Cambridge
Episode: The role of inflammation in Alzheimer's Disease - with Tomi Akingbade
David Spiegelhalter
Emeritus Professor of Statistics at the University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge
Episode: Best of 2025: Science wrapped

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Richard Hollingham
Host of the Ri Science Podcast; frequently guides discussions with a focus on science communication and public engagement.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 216 ratings
  • Amazing

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Inklin
    2 years ago
  • So informative!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GEW97
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • To Science Podcast BBC

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earnest Fan
    United States6 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
    5
    Paleofast
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Love these!

    Please post all your lectures!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    williamnapp
    United States8 years ago

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Audiences value accessible explanations without sacrificing technical detail.
Content is consistently educational, topical, and engaging for a science-minded audience.
Guests are high-caliber researchers delivering practical, up-to-date science.
Listeners appreciate the clarity and depth of information, plus strong interviewer questions.
The show is praised for quality, relevance, and broad coverage of science themes.

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From the Lab: Treating cancer with light through photodynamic therapy - with Stephen Bown
Q: What are the future directions or exciting prospects for PDT?
Future directions include combining PDT with radiotherapy or chemotherapy, using it as an immunostimulant to provoke anti-cancer immune responses, and expanding applications to infections and non-cancer tissues.
From the Lab: Treating cancer with light through photodynamic therapy - with Stephen Bown
Q: Where is PDT most commonly applicable and how is light delivered?
PDT is most successful in superficial cancers and cancers accessible via endoscopes; light is delivered through endoscopes or externally with lasers, and the wavelength is chosen to maximize tissue penetration and photosensitiser activation.
From the Lab: Treating cancer with light through photodynamic therapy - with Stephen Bown
Q: What is photodynamic therapy at its core and how does it work?
PDT combines a photosensitiser drug with light to excite tissue oxygen into singlet oxygen, which damages targeted cancer cells; the process requires enough photosensitiser in tissue, sufficient light, and adequate oxygenation to be effective, and the response is generally gentler than other therapies.
How does epigenetics impact the placenta? - with Jennifer Frost
Q: Would this then be, if this was to go in the direction where you can identify a specific transposon and it's all packaged very neatly and easy to then identify, would that then, in a natural pregnancy situation, there's a lot of genetic testing that you can opt in or you can opt out?
The discussion suggests that screening and non-invasive testing could expand to include placenta-derived biomarkers, with potential integration into genetic screens, though practical and ethical considerations would shape how this could be implemented in clinical care.
From the Lab: The future of sound wave engineering - with Sriram Subramanian
Q: What are the practical applications of acoustic levitation beyond levitating tiny objects?
Beyond levitating small objects, acoustic holography enables contactless handling and manipulation of materials in research and manufacturing, rapid 3D display within a localized volume, and potential integration with biopharma workflows where contamination needs to be minimized.

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What is Ri Science Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A science-focused interview show that brings in leading researchers and academics to unpack cutting-edge topics. Episodes cover medical photonics, placental epigenetics, nanomaterials, consciousness and AI, acoustic engineering, ancient DNA, exoplanets, neurodegeneration, mathematical medicine, and future space science. Guests are often university-based experts sharing technical depth with accessible, real-world context, plus lively demonstrations and case studies. The format seems to emphasize rigorous science communication with practical implications, translational commentary, and occasional historical or interdisciplinary angles. A notable strength is tying foundational concepts to tangible applications, collaborations, and future direct... more

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5. Sri Subramanian
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