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Episode 72: From testing explosives to COVID testing
Many airports are equipped with a device that can detect traces of explosive substances. Now the creators of this device are using the technology to detect the presence of viruses faster and more accurately than ever before. Professor Michael Breadmore and Mostafa Adel talk us through their ingenious invention. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod Hosts: … Continue reading Episode 72: From testing explosives to COVID testing
Episode 71: Exploring the world of biomedical engineering
In this episode we explore the world of biomedical engineering, starting with discussing what a biomedical engineer does and some interesting projects occurring in this space in Tasmania. Work completed by local Tasmanian engineers in the development of “OxyGenie” technology which is used in neonatal ventilators is a key component of this episode.Show theme music: … Continue reading Episode 71: Exploring the world of biomedical engineering
Episode 70: A link between food security and health
One in four respondents to The Tasmania Key findings Project’s Food Survey reported running out of food because they could not afford to buy more during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr Katherine Kent tells us about the Tasmania Project’s findings, and what the pandemic has meant for the food insecurity of Tasmanian households. Show theme music: … Continue reading Episode 70: A link between food security and health
Episode 69: NAIDOC Week: Corey Tutt and Deadly Science
In this week’s episode Hannah and Niamh are joined by Deadly Science founder, NSW Young Australian of the Year, and all-round legend Corey Tutt. Corey is a Kamilaroi man, who is passionate about increasing opportunities for education in STEMM for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, particularly those in rural areas. That’s What I … Continue reading Episode 69: NAIDOC Week: Corey Tutt and Deadly Science
Episode 68: NAIDOC Week: The Sociology of Indigenous Inequity
Health and social inequities are huge issues in Australia, between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. The public is often shown the ‘what’ of the issue, in the form of statistics and facts, but very rarely the ‘why’, and the root of the issue. We join Professor Maggie Walter to discuss this, as well as exploring her … Continue reading Episode 68: NAIDOC Week: The Sociology of Indigenous Inequity
Episode 67: The invisible doctors: Pathologists
These doctors diagnose 100% of cancers and inform 70% of all medical decisions, so why don’t we know who they are? This episode we chat to two expert pathologists, Dr Dan Owens and Dr Eileen Long, to find out how medical tests are analysed behind the scenes. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod Hosts: Niamh Chapman … Continue reading Episode 67: The invisible doctors: Pathologists
Episode 66: There’s an app for that!
In this episode, Niamh and Meredith talk to UTAS technologist and lecturer Dr Lindsay Wells who specialises in mobile application development. They discuss the way the world is increasingly going mobile, and the benefits and risks that move opens up for us all. They delve into the recent controversy surrounding the Government’s COVID app and … Continue reading Episode 66: There’s an app for that!
Episode 65: A most important measure
Cardiovascular disease including heart attack and stroke kills more people worldwide and in Australia than any other disease. Blood pressure is the single most important risk factor yet measuring it can be extremely difficult. Niamh interviews Prof. James Sharman and Dr. Dean Picone about their work that showed there are nearly 1,000 different blood pressure … Continue reading Episode 65: A most important measure
Bonus Episode: Top tips for PhD students
Our Founding Director Niamh Chapman recently submitted her PhD thesis, she’s officially on the home stretch! Tune in to hear Niamh and her supervisor Professor James Sharman reflect on her PhD. The show is sure to provide some helpful hints on how to overcome common PhD challenges and also how to make the most of … Continue reading Bonus Episode: Top tips for PhD students
Episode 64: Magnificent Microbes
What does beer, bread and sauerkraut have in common? Fermentation! Microbiologist Dipon Sarkar (@DiponSarkar10) explains the good and the bad bacteria in our food, how they affect the flavours and chemistry of the food and explains the craze about sourdough bread. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod Hosts: Niamh Chapman (@nchapmanTAS) & Kelsey Picard (@KelseyOnScience)Production: Meredith … Continue reading Episode 64: Magnificent Microbes
Episode 63: Mental Health While Social Distancing
Niamh and Kate talk to clinical psychologist Dr Kimberley Norris about how people cope in extreme and unusual environments like isolation. Kim’s research looked at Antarctic scientists and NASA astronauts, but her findings are relevant for all of us to maintain good mental health while social distancing. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod To listen on … Continue reading Episode 63: Mental Health While Social Distancing
Episode 62: The Turbulent Home Life of Lizards
The family lives of lizards are more complex than it seems. In this episode Niamh, Kelsey, and Olly talk to ecologist Tom Botterill-James, about his work studying lizards in east Tasmania, researching how social dynamics are affected by environmental changes and how these social traits have evolved in animals. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod Hosts: … Continue reading Episode 62: The Turbulent Home Life of Lizards
Episode 61: Celebrating Women in Mathematics
May 12th is an important opportunity to celebrate women in mathematics with the goal of inspiring women’s achievements in mathematics and to encourage an inclusive mathematics community. That’s what I call Science interviewed local early-career researcher Dr Venta Terauds to find out more about her work as a biological mathematician. Venta is using mathematics to … Continue reading Episode 61: Celebrating Women in Mathematics
Episode 60: Miraculous Marine Life in Macquarie Harbour
In this episode Niamh and Hannah talk to elasmobranch ecologist David Moreno, about his work with shark and skate species in Macquarie Harbour here in Tasmania. The unique and challenging environment of Macquarie Harbour has made the species that inhabit it adapt and become unique from anywhere else in extremely interesting ways. We discuss how … Continue reading Episode 60: Miraculous Marine Life in Macquarie Harbour
Episode 59: Can’t see the forest for the drones!
Camera drones are quickly becoming one of the most popular consumer technologies for people of all ages. In research and industry, drones are proving to be invaluable tools with their use bounded only by imagination. What are some of the tasks that drones are being used for in Tasmania? Niamh and Meredith talk to University … Continue reading Episode 59: Can’t see the forest for the drones!
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