Solve for X: Innovations to Change the World
MaRS Discovery DistrictSolve for X uncovers what’s next. Join journalist Manjula Selvarajah as she dives into the latest tech innovations shaping our world. How are satellites revolutionizing the fight against climate change? Could music be the medicine we need? What will it take for Canada to lead the global tech scene and achieve a zero-emission future? Discover the answers to these questions and more in the next seas... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 41 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologyEarth SciencesScience | |||
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The housing crisis is fundamentally a health problem. Decades of research show that people experiencing homelessness spend twice as long in the hospital, cost the healthcare system double and have a life expectancy half that of the average Canadian. ... more
There are few neurodegenerative diseases as devastating as Huntington’s. It’s sometimes likened to having Parkinson’s, ALS and Alzheimer’s all at the same time, with symptoms that include progressive motor dysfunction, cognitive decline and behaviour... more
Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) have been allowing humans to control objects with their minds for nearly half a century. But in recent years, thanks partly to advances in AI, the technology has evolved dramatically; wearable and implantable devices ... more
The fashion industry has its fair share of dirty secrets, but one of the lesser-known is how much it pollutes our waterways. Every year, garment factories use as much as 2 trillion gallons of water to dye clothes, and most of that water, now filled w... more
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This podcast is really well researched and put together. Super underrated!
Podcast Addict56 months agoBastard_Bill- Well done
Good selection of guests. High production value. I always learn something new.
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Canada3 years ago - All about trees
I learned stuff! Loved the botanist playing with airplanes in Thailand.
Apple Podcasts5ConeNiferCanada4 years ago - Solve for X
Great listen! Manjula bring to life in the most important topic of our generation with inspiring guests tackling climate change in innovative and simple ways!
Apple Podcasts5ksomaskCanada4 years ago - Extremely informative and enlightening!
Solve for X brilliantly describes the depths of issues pertaining to climate change. My kids are in a tech program and this is a must listen for all ages. As we sit presently in a heat wave with forest fires in part of the world, the topics definitely hit home!
Apple Podcasts5Sam SringistanCanada4 years ago
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The show spotlights cutting-edge science and technology with a focus on practical, world-changing innovations. Episodes routinely explore climate tech, health tech, energy systems, and the societal implications of new devices, from gene therapies and brain–computer interfaces to scalable water treatment and renewable grids. A standout feature is how guests—from researchers and clinicians to entrepreneurs and policymakers—translate complex science into accessible, real-world impact, often tying solutions to equity and implementation. It's well-suited for listeners who want clear explanations of emerging tech and its potential to reshape industry, policy, and daily life, paired with a journalist host who teases out practical implications and ... more
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