RadioBio

We talked with Dr. Jay Stachowicz about his research on seagrasses, their microbiome, and the surprising role of genetic diversity in marine ecosystems. Learn how local discoveries, creative fieldwork, and international collaboration help scientists answer big questions on a global scale. This podcast was recorded Spring 2024.

Today we talk to Dr. Iswar Hariharan about his research studying the genetic regulation of growth and regeneration using fruit flies. Learn about how the same genes that control organ size during development are often the ones mutated in human cancers, and what this means for the future of regenerative medicine. This podcast was recorded in Spring 2023.

Today we talk to Dr. Jeffrey Fredberg about his research studying the physical mechanics of how cells move together in the lungs. Learn about how the surprising physics of jamming, the same phenomenon behind traffic jams, helps explain diseases like asthma and pulmonary fibrosis. This podcast was recorded in Fall 2021.

Listen in as we talk to Dr. Zackary Graham about his upcoming book, Crayfish, Crawfish & Crawdads: The Biology and Conservation of North America’s Favorite Crustaceans, out January 6th. We dive into how this diverse group of arthropods makes a living and learn about some interesting life history traits such as burrowing and communication.

Today we talk to Dr. Anya Brown about her research studying the impacts of microbial communities on seaweeds and corals. Learn about how rich diverse ecosystems can survive and thrive in nutrient poor waters. This podcast was recorded in Spring 2024.