
Discover science and innovation in Switzerland with the Swiss Connection Podcast! From the tiniest particles to the vastness of space, satisfy your scientific curiosity and join our journalists while they talk to researchers working on projects ranging from rocket building and AI to medicine and climate solutions.
This podcast is produced by SWI swissinfo.ch, a multilingual public service media ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 82 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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We trace how a soil-derived drug led to the discovery of mTOR, why growth control sits at the core of aging biology, and where evidence ends for humans. Michael Hall’s quiet breakthroughs explain fasting, autophagy, and rapamycin with... more
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What if the most valuable drug candidates aren’t found but designed on demand? We follow a chemist’s journey from a pencil-and-paper notebook to generative algorithms that propose novel, IP-free molecules tailored to specific targets,... more
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We trace how sex and gender shape drug development, from male-heavy mouse studies to the split results in Lecanemab’s Alzheimer’s trial. Experts explain why regulators should keep approvals moving while demanding smarter design, bette... more
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Alzheimer’s disease is more than age-related memory loss—it’s a serious brain disorder. In this episode of the Swiss Connection Science podcast, Swissinfo healthcare reporter Jessica Davis Pluess explores the science, hope, and contro... more
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Listened to the episode on immigrants and aid workers. A large part of the episodes involves the people condemning the harsh rhetoric around immigrants, but the sound clip they use is out of context. They claim President Trump called immigrants “animals”. If you listen to the full clip you will hear he is talking about MS13 gang members who are known for their brutality.
Produced by journalists and well researched and the story is presented well. It feels like a virtual trip to Switzerland without having to travel. The host is excellent.
Es nennt sich Swissinfo und nicht BBC oder so. Hauptsprache in der Schweiz ist Deutsch!
Up to the issue of 12 October, I had no difficulty downloading this. Since then, podcast has not downloaded nor have I been able to get it from the swissinfo.ch website either to play or download. On iTunes, the download seems to start, but amount downloaded never goes above zero. Have emailed swissinfo without reply yet. Please fix it! I don't know whether to give it 5 stars on the basis that it is always a really interesting summary of the week or zero because I can't receive it. I'll split on... more
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This podcast focuses on the intersection of science, innovation, and research developments within Switzerland. It covers a wide array of topics, including advancements in medicine, climate solutions, space exploration, and technology. Each episode features insightful discussions with researchers and experts, providing listeners with in-depth knowledge about groundbreaking projects and the implications these have for society. The unique blend of personal stories, scientific discoveries, and critical debates offers a comprehensive view of the changing landscape of science and innovation, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in staying updated on the latest developments in these fields.
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Recent guests on The Swiss Connection include:
1. Matthias Steger
2. Jessica Davis Plüss
3. Antonella Santuccione-Shada
4. Carol Clare
5. Herwig Schopper
6. Antoine Harari
7. Massimiliano Sarenui
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