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In this episode, I talk with Italian-Greek geologist and journalist Christian Mavris about navigating the complex world of rocks and minerals. This episode promises a deep understanding of how these fundamental components shape our environment, from the picturesque formations of sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks to the essential minerals that nourish life on our planet. We peel back layers of geology to reveal its connections with art and the environment, and we'll grapple with the ...

In this episode, I talk with Cecilia Wu, MSc. a fermentation expert with Chinese roots, about how fermentation can change modern nutrition and food. Cecilia quit her job as a banker to lead Cecii, a fermented food and drink startup. She talks about her unique journey and how she combined traditional fermentation methods with modern scientific knowledge to make food that is not only tasty and healthy but also good for the environment. Cecilia explained that fermentation is more than just a c...

In this episode, we will embark on an intellectual journey with the eminent Dr Guillem Mòdol Caballero from University College London as he navigates the world of neuroscience and sheds light on his pioneering work in peripheral nerve injuries and gene therapy. Peripheral nerve injury refers to damage or dysfunction of the nerves that lie outside the brain and spinal cord, which are part of the peripheral nervous system. This system is responsible for transmitting information between the brai...

In this episode, Dr Biswajit Podder, a scientist with over 12 years of research experience in cancer disease, talks about the biological mechanisms behind cancer is essential for grasping how it develops and spreads. I discuss how cancer begins with changes in a single cell and cover the various types of cancer, highlighting how each type affects the body differently. Cancer remains one of the most complex diseases of our time, affecting millions worldwide. This episode provides a foundationa...

In this episode, Dr. Doaa Taha, an expert in motor neuron disease (MND), shares her insights into this devastating condition, English theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking was diagnosed with MND . She explains how MND disrupts communication between neurons and muscles, leading to muscle wasting and loss of function. Dr. Taha highlights the importance of early detection, innovative stem cell research, and the potential of patient-derived stem cells in understanding MND's molecular triggers. Sh...