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Join us for a re-edited and improved follow-up episode on male infertility with Dr. Sarah Martins da Silva, Clinical Lecturer in Reproductive Medicine at the University of Dundee, and host Dr. Bahijja. In this episode, Dr. Bahijja asks your questions about male infertility, providing expert insights and advice from Dr. Martins da Silva. With a focus on addressing common concerns and misconceptions around male infertility, this informative and engaging episode offers valuable guidance and support to anyone affected by this issue. Don't miss this updated episode, now with even higher quality sound and production values. Subscribe, follow, comment and get in touch! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) - https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/getintouch e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

Join us for a re-edited and improved episode on male infertility with Dr. Sarah Martins da Silva, Clinical Lecturer in Reproductive Medicine at the University of Dundee. In this updated episode, Dr. Bahijja and Dr. Martins da Silva delve into the latest research and breakthroughs in male infertility, discussing the challenges and treatment options available to couples facing this issue. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field, Dr. Martins da Silva offers valuable insights into the causes and potential solutions for male infertility. Don't miss this informative and engaging episode, now with even higher quality sound and production values. Subscribe, follow, comment and get in touch! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) - https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/getintouch e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In today's episode, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham answerers a listener's question "Why do we only see positive results published?" Additional Information Publication bias: the problem that won't go away  - Dickersin and Min (1993) Annals of The New York Academy of Sciences The importance of no evidence -  Editorial Nature Human Behaviour (2019) When Scientists Find Nothing: The Value of Null Results - Inside Science (2020) Monday Science Episode 70 - COVID19 Retracted Papers  Example of where studies have investigated the influence of publication bias and impact -  Suicide risk with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and other new-generation antidepressants in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies [Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, 2021] - Vitamin D and covid-19 [BMJ, 2021] - Rapid Responses  BMC Psychology ‘results-free- peer-review' process PubPeer.com Subscribe, follow, comment and get in touch! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) - https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/getintouch e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In this episode of Monday Science, Dr. Bahijja explores the controversial topic of Chat GPT and its impact on academia. She shares emails from listeners, including one who asks about the use of AI technology in education. Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here.  https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/  e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham in this episode as she delves into the world of podcasting and academia. As an academic and host of this podcast, Dr Bahijja has faced numerous challenges trying to balance both roles. About This Episode Dr Bahijja shares her personal experiences with managing a podcast whilst being an academic and discuss the reasons why sometimes she takes random breaks from the podcast, which aren't always planned. From juggling deadlines to managing time and resources, Dr Bahijja explores the struggles and rewards of having a podcast as an academic. Whether you're an aspiring podcaster or just curious about the world of podcasting and academia, this episode offers valuable insights and advice. Tune in now! Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here.  https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/  e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

Please note that this episode includes a trigger warning for discussions about consent, sexual assault, and sexual harassment.  Join us as Dr. Raimi-Abraham speaks with Dr. Douglas Zytko, (an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Oakland University) about Consent in the Metaverse.   About the episode  The episode explores the growing popularity of virtual reality dating experiences, and how they compare to traditional, in-person dating. It also examines consent in virtual reality dating.  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here.  https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/  e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

Please note that this episode includes a trigger warning for discussions about consent, sexual assault, and sexual harassment. Join us as Dr. Raimi-Abraham speaks with Dr. Douglas Zytko, (an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Oakland University) about Love in the Metaverse. delves into the world of virtual reality and how it is impacting dating and relationships. About the episode The episode explores the growing popularity of virtual reality dating experiences, and how they compare to traditional, in-person dating. It also examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of virtual reality dating, including the impact on social skills and the ability to form genuine connections. The episode also looks at the future of virtual reality technology and its potential impact on dating and relationships. It will also discusses if virtual reality could replace real-life connections or enhance them. Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham in this concluding episode as she speaks with Dr Lucas Youngvorst (Assistant Professor of communication in the Department of Psychology and Communication at the University of Idaho) about virtual dating during the pandemic. About the episode "Dating in a Post-Pandemic World: Navigating the New Normal" explores how dating and relationships will look like post-pandemic. The episode examines how the pandemic has changed the dating landscape and how it will continue to shape it even in the future. It also explores the shifts in people's priorities, values and how it will impact on their dating experiences. The episode also considers the potential long-term effects of the pandemic on the way we date, and how we can navigate the new normal. It will offer listeners a glimpse into the possible future of dating and how to navigate it. Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham as she speaks with Dr Lucas Youngvorst (Assistant Professor of communication in the Department of Psychology and Communication at the University of Idaho) about virtual dating during the pandemic.  About the episode "Love in a Time of Social Distancing: Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on Virtual Dating" delves into the unique challenges and opportunities of dating during the pandemic. The episode examines how the pandemic has affected dating, including the increased use of virtual methods, and its psychological impact on relationships. It also explores how people are finding new ways to connect while physically separated. This episode will offer a deeper understanding of the pandemic's impact on dating and human connections. Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

Get Ready to Swipe Right into Love - Join Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham on a Journey Through the Digital Dating World! About the series - "Love in the Digital Age" Unlock the secrets of love in the digital age with "Love in the Digital Age" podcast series! From the world of online dating to virtual relationships during COVID-19, host Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham and guests takes you on a journey of love in the digital world. Swipe right, click love, and navigate the impact of technology on relationships. With episodes on post-pandemic dating and virtual reality, discover if virtual connections will replace real-life ones. Get ready to delve into the pros and cons of finding love online - listen now! Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In this episode Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham talks about single women's fertility and egg freezing with Dr Zeynep Gurtin a Lecturer in Women’s Health at the Institute for Women’s Health at University College London (UCL), and holds an Affiliate Lectureship at the University of Cambridge Sociology Department. Episode Photo by Nadezhda Moryak Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mondayscience/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In this episode...Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham speaks with Professor Anna David (Consultant in obstetrics and maternal/fetal medicine at University College London Hospital (UCLH)) her development of the world's first "Standard Maternal and Fetal Adverse Event Terminology". Additional Information Spencer, RN, Hecher, K, Norman, G, et al. Development of standard definitions and grading for Maternal and Fetal Adverse Event Terminology. Prenat Diagn. 2021 Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Episode image credit: Photo from Barrett, D. W., David, A. L., Thrasivoulou, C., Mata, A., Becker, D. L., Engels, A. C., Deprest, J. A., and Chowdhury, T. T. (2016) Connexin 43 is overexpressed in human fetal membrane defects after fetoscopic surgery. Prenat Diagn, 36: 942– 952. doi: 10.1002/pd.4917. Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here . https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

18 to 24 November is World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW)! In today's episode, Dr Bahijja discusses the link between fake medicines and antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This is then followed by an interview with Hannah Gelbart, BBC Producer for the BBC series on fake medicines! Episode Photo by Anna Tarazevich  Additional Information BBC - Why are fake medicines a problem in Africa? BBC - How do you spot fake medicines? BBC - Who are the victims of Africa's fake medicine crisis? BBC - Spotting fake medicines with your mobile phone Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In this episode...Dr Bahijja talks about a recent finding that 1 in 5 people saved by cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) recalled "lucid dying".  🛑 Trigger warning - today’s episode contains discussions about death which some people find disturing 🛑  Episode Photo by Pixabay Additional Information NYU Langone Health Press Release - https://nyulangone.org/news/lucid-dying-patients-recall-death-experiences-during-cpr Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In this episode, Dr Bahijja Raimi-Abraham has taken a suggestion from a group of pharmacy students who are currently conducting their socialisation placement with Monday Science.  The topic being ‘why are yawns so contagious’, Dr Raimi-Abraham’s research delves into the realms of chasmology (the scientific study of yawning), which unlocks peculiar reasons for yawning and then she goes on to try to understand why they can be contagious… Warning - this episode briefly contains discussion about sexual arousal and activities Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Additional Information Yawning and its physiological significance  The Hidden Sexuality of the Yawn and the Future of Chasmology Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In this episode...Dr Bahijja is sharing her findings on why there has been an increase in ADHD diagnosis. Episode Photo by Tara Winstead Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In this episode...Dr Bahijja is back talking about why do people find true crime relaxing.  Episode photo by kat wilcox Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mondayscience/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

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In this episode...Dr Bahijja discusses some of the challenges with grant writing... Episode photo by cottonbro from Pexels  Additional Information https://retractionwatch.com/2022/03/10/unc-chapel-hill-vice-chancellor-resigns-post-after-admitting-to-plagiarism/ Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message

In this episode, Dr Bahijja provides an update about her research group, The Raimi-Abraham Group. Find out more about her group herehttps://www.theraimiabrahamgroup.com/  Episode Photo from The Raimi-Abraham Group Additional Information Kings' College London Fight the Fakes  -  https://kclfightthefakes.wixsite.com/fakes  Find out more about Dr Bahijja  - https://www.bahijjaraimiabraham.com/  Thank you for listening! If you liked the episode, please give us a five-star rating and review. Buy a Coffee for Monday Science  Subscribe, follow, comment, leave a review and get in touch ! Submit your questions or send your voice note questions (up to 30 seconds) here. https://www.mondaysciencepodcast.com/ e. info@mondaysciencepodcast.com Episode Photo from Pexels --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mondayscience/message