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When Science Finds a Way is the science podcast that tells the human story. Join botanist-turned-Hollywood actor Alisha Wainwright as she meets the scientists and communities turning bold ideas into real world impact. This season, you’ll hear about how new medical imaging tools are helping us see our bodies in ways we never could before, meet the team using climate data to predict and prevent dise... more

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Food production drives nearly a third of global greenhouse gas emissions. So how do we help people choose meals that are good for their health, and the planet? Alisha sits down with Professor Pete Scarborough, who’s co-leading research to help decisi... more

A significant gap remains in effective mental health interventions for young people. Addressing this gap is crucial, and approaches like problem-solving therapy could offer a practical, accessible solution within educational settings. Alisha and Prof... more

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Vaccine breakthroughs dominated the news during the Covid-19 pandemic. But they weren’t the only scientific innovations changing how we understood the virus. Across Europe, a team of pathologists, technologists and imaging researchers saw a gap: we n... more

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By the time we realise an outbreak is underway, the disease is already spreading, and the window to act is closing fast. But what if we could get ahead of it? Over the past decade, scientists and technologists have been developing powerful modelling ... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Lee
Professor of material science
University College London
Episode: Zooming in: particle physics and the future of medical imaging
Max Ackerman
Full professor of pathology
RWTH University Clinics Aachen
Episode: Zooming in: particle physics and the future of medical imaging
Paul Tafereau
Beam line responsible at the European Synchrotron
European Synchrotron
Episode: Zooming in: particle physics and the future of medical imaging
Margaret O'Hara
Founder trustee of Long COVID Support and researcher
Long COVID Support
Episode: Zooming in: particle physics and the future of medical imaging
Claire Walsh
Bio-image analyst
UCL
Episode: Zooming in: particle physics and the future of medical imaging
Dr. Aimee Grant
A specialist in pregnancy and infant feeding from the University of Swansea and diagnosed as autistic in 2019.
University of Swansea
Episode: Inclusive research: autism from menstruation to menopause
Daisy Fancourt
Professor of Psychobiology and Epidemiology at University College London
University College London
Episode: The arts: can creativity help mental health?
Kunle Adewale
Artist, curator, educator, and founder of Tender Arts Nigeria
Tender Arts Nigeria
Episode: The arts: can creativity help mental health?
Maria Smilios
Science writer and author of 'The Black Angels'
Episode: Now try... Our Big Shot

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Alisha Wainwright
Host and science communicator with a background in botany and acting, adept at making complex science topics relatable to the general audience.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Gender Nonsense, cannot be trusted

    Sadly they’re so wrapped up in their obsession with imagined gender identities that they ignore women, yet again females are not valid enough for these researchers to focus on.

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    1
    tmwamm
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • Very informative!

    Fascinating podcast that makes scientific research more approachable and accessible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ScarlettSH
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • A fantastic listen!

    Recommend for anyone looking for a hopeful view of the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whitby L. Hatchery
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • This Is My Favorite Podcast!!

    This podcast is phenomenal. Alisha is a capable and captivating host. She is always asking such timely questions and prober deeper into things. Her guests are the most fascinating people doing remarkable things in their respective fields. I would definitely recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GuiltyPhoenix42
    United States6 months ago
  • Science finds a way

    An incredible podcast that combines captivating scientific exploration with relatable storytelling. Hosted by botanist-turned-Hollywood actor Alisha Wainwright, this show takes you on a fascinating journey through groundbreaking scientific research. With genuine curiosity and passion, Alisha dives deep into the stories of trailblazing scientists, covering diverse topics from antibiotic resistance to the health impacts of a warming planet. The interviews are skillfully conducted, providing inform... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Another beautiful bike lane
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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The show is highly regarded for its engaging host, who is both knowledgeable and relatable, enhancing the overall appeal of the content.
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Many reviews emphasize the importance of the discussed themes, especially in relation to mental health and societal impact, signaling a strong listener connection to the material.

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Zooming in: particle physics and the future of medical imaging
Q: What future applications can HIPCT have?
Peter discussed the phenomenal growth in potential applications, including studying tuberculosis and understanding blood transport in placentas.
Zooming in: particle physics and the future of medical imaging
Q: What did your findings reveal about COVID's effect on the body?
Max emphasized that COVID-19 affects multiple organs and leads to long-lasting damage, necessitating early treatment with antithrombotic drugs to prevent further tissue damage.
Zooming in: particle physics and the future of medical imaging
Q: Max, how did you first come to approach Peter about looking into the lungs of COVID patients?
Max explained that he approached Peter to help analyze COVID-19 patient lungs after realizing the virus affected multiple organs, not just the lungs.
Early warning systems: using tech to predict disease outbreaks
Q: How do you envision governments or other decision makers might use the tools Harmonize builds?
These tools should be integrated into national climate change adaptation plans to inform decision-making in the health sector.
Early warning systems: using tech to predict disease outbreaks
Q: So you've worked across numerous disease outbreaks. Why is it so hard to deal with an outbreak once it's already happening?
Disease outbreaks are tricky, and there is always a tendency to be reactive, scrambling to catch up once an outbreak is detected.

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2. Max Ackerman
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