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The Swiss Connection

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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

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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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Recent Guests

Matthias Steger
A trained medicinal chemist and drug discovery expert
Founder of Endogena
Episode: Big Pharma steps up race for AI-discovered drugs
Jessica Davis Plüss
Healthcare journalist investigating gender in medical research
Episode: Women’s Health Meets Drug Design and Medical Research
Antonella Santuccione-Shada
Neuroscientist and founder of the Women's Brain Foundation
Women's Brain Foundation
Episode: Women’s Health Meets Drug Design and Medical Research
Carol Clare
Medical doctor and researcher leading the Health and Gender Unit
UniSante
Episode: Women’s Health Meets Drug Design and Medical Research
Herwig Schopper
Former Director General of CERN and experimental physicist
Episode: Listen again: Herwig Schopper, Former CERN head has served science and peace for 100 years
Antoine Harari
Investigative journalist focused on white-collar crime and corruption cases
Independent reporter based in Geneva, Switzerland
Episode: Lost Cells, Ep.4: The Hunt
Massimiliano Sarenui
Father who banked his child's cord blood and experienced the challenges of the process.
Episode: Lost Cells, Ep.3: The Program
Joanne Kurtzberg
Director at the Marcus Center for Blood Cellular Cures, specializing in pediatric stem cell research.
Duke University
Episode: Lost Cells, Ep.2: Seeds of Hope
Jan Carmelier
Professor of Building Physics at ETH Zurich, expert on urban climate and heat waves
ETH Zurich
Episode: Climate solution for the future: How to keep cities cool during heatwaves

Hosts

Jo Fahy
Host of various science-focused podcasts, knowledgeable about contemporary science topics and innovations.
Angela Saini
Host specializing in science and technology topics with a passion for investigative journalism.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Lack Of Due Diligence

    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.

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    Interested Listener 702
    United States4 years ago
  • Virtual travel to Switzerland

    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.

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    DaliaWithNoH
    United States5 years ago
  • Sprache?

    Es nennt sich Swissinfo und nicht BBC oder so. Hauptsprache in der Schweiz ist Deutsch!

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    Kleine-Nini
    Switzerland12 years ago
  • Downloading problems

    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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    Graham Hall
    Ireland13 years ago

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The podcast provides a well-researched overview of Swiss science and innovation, making listeners feel as though they are experiencing it firsthand.
Critiques mention occasional downloading issues but still regard the content as valuable and insightful.
Listeners appreciate the high-quality content and engaging discussion style, praising the hosts' ability to break down complex topics into relatable narratives.

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Big Pharma steps up race for AI-discovered drugs
Q: Are there any inherent risks that could be involved in developing drugs like this?
While AI is aiding in speeding up research, the transparency of AI's processes is a concern for regulators.
Big Pharma steps up race for AI-discovered drugs
Q: How far off do you think we are really?
Experts believe we'll likely see the first fully AI discovered drug on the market by 2035.
Women’s Health Meets Drug Design and Medical Research
Q: If you think that this field will be able to overcome the many growing hurdles that are facing it from really a global perspective?
Jessica expresses cautious optimism, stating many scientists and companies recognize the potential for better medicine through the investigation of sex and gender.
Why Are leading Swiss Pharmaceutical Companies Investing in Slovenia?
Q: Are there other countries like Slovenia that are also playing an important role for Novartis at the moment?
Austria as well as Germany are also really important sites for Novartis and Sando, along with the US, which is the biggest pharmaceutical market. The companies also have investments in China and India, which are important suppliers of active ingredients and generics.
Why Are leading Swiss Pharmaceutical Companies Investing in Slovenia?
Q: Why do you think it is that Slovenia has become so important for the Swiss pharma industry?
At first, cost was a big factor. It costs a lot less to produce drugs in Slovenia than in Switzerland. Additionally, Slovenia is politically stable and has a good central location in Europe. The country has top scientists working on some of the latest medical technology.

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2. Jessica Davis Plüss
3. Antonella Santuccione-Shada
4. Carol Clare
5. Herwig Schopper
6. Antoine Harari
7. Massimiliano Sarenui
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