Scientists not the Science

A podcast about the culture of being a scientist. Winner: Best Interview Podcast at the British Podcast Awards. Dr Stuart Higgins talks to scientists, science communicators, journalists and comedians to find out what it means to be a scientist.

Ep73: Communicating New Ideas - Michael Levin

Recorded in February 2020. We talk about Michael's journey into science, from creating a fake school so that he could order chemicals online to conduct experiments as a kid, to inspiring the next and current generation of scientists. Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

08-23
38:23

Ep72: Update on Scientists not the Science

An update on Scientists not the Science.

08-23
01:49

Ep71: Happy (Belated) Birthday (Part 2)

Continuing conversation with Professor Chris Jackson, talking about what I might change in academia, given the power. Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

11-13
26:05

Ep70: Happy (Belated) Birthday (Part 1)

February 3rd 2020 marked the fifth anniversary of Scientists not the Science. So for fun, Professor Chris Jackson interviews me and we get discuss a little of my background and our views and thoughts about academia. Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

11-12
22:33

Ep69: Understanding Scientists is Key for Science

Reflecting on what I've learnt from five years of interviews for Scientists not the Science. Find a link to the original published article in the show notes. Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

11-11
08:41

Ep68: Aspiring to be a Scientist

What influences young people's aspirations to work in science and science-related careers? This episode talks to the team behind the ASPIRES project, a longitudinal project studying this topic. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

01-06
26:44

Ep67: Highlights from Season Four

Compilation episode featuring some of the best bits from season four of Scientists not the Science, ahead of the beginning of season five. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

12-23
23:08

Ep66: Notes from a Mental Health Workshop (Bonus Episode)

Notes from a recent workshop on academic mental health, organized by the UK Chapter of the Marie Curie Alumni Association. Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

05-09
19:13

Ep65: Entrepreneur – David Walt

David Walt is Professor of Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University and Harvard Medical School. We talk about his background and how he founded a multi-billion dollar company. Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

12-23
27:40

Ep64: Selling to Scientists – Hamid Ghanadan

Hamid Ghanadan is the Founder of The Linus Group, a health and life sciences marketing and creative agency. We talk about his experiences talking to scientists, and how to target products to a scientific audience. Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

12-10
23:41

Ep20: [Rerun] Mind Your Language!

English is the language of science, but for most people it's not their native tongue. What's it like working in science and academia, in a foreign language?  Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

12-03
19:43

Ep63: Being a Positive Role Model – Chris Jackson

Chris Jackson is Professor of Basin Analysis at Imperial College London, and advocate for improving research and professional standards in academia. We talk about his journey through academia. Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

11-12
28:11

Ep62: Making New Things - Alex Lathbridge

Alex Lathbridge is a PhD student at the University of Bath, founder of the network Minorities in STEM and creator of the podcast Why Aren't You a Doctor Yet? We talk about Alex's background and creating content.  Full show notes: https://scinotsci.com

10-29
23:25

Ep61: From Software Engineer to Scientist – Matt Faria

Matt Faria is a Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne. We talk about improving research standards and his move into science from software engineering. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

10-15
23:30

Ep60: Live at the Imperial Festival – Alexandros Kouris (Bonus Episode)

Alexandros Kouris is a PhD student at Imperial College London. We talk about his research and career. Recorded live at the Imperial Festival 2018. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

10-01
35:04

Ep59: Live at the Imperial Festival – Ben Britton (Bonus Episode)

Ben Britton is a Senior Lecturer at Imperial College London. We talk about his research and career. Recorded live at the Imperial Festival 2018. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

09-17
29:29

Ep58: Live at the Imperial Festival – Sandrine Heutz (Bonus Episode)

Sandrine Heutz is Professor of Functional Materials at Imperial College London. We talk about her research and career. Recorded live at the Imperial Festival 2018. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

09-02
28:56

Ep57: Live at the Imperial Festival – Emma Chapman (Bonus Episode)

Emma Chapman is a Royal Astronomical Society Research Fellow at Imperial College London. We talk about her research and career. Recorded live at the Imperial Festival 2018. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

08-20
30:28

Ep56: Teaching and Researching – Kirsty Shaw

Kirsty Shaw is a senior lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University. We talk about teaching students and balancing different roles within academia. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

07-09
23:50

Ep55: Structural Engineer – Roma Agrawal

Roma Agrawal is a structural engineer, responsible for hundreds of structures around the UK, most notably the Shard in London. We talk about moving from physics to engineering. Full show notes: http://scinotsci.com

06-25
24:55

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