7 episodes
The Petri Dish The Petri Dish Podcast
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4.3 • 15 Ratings
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Sharing our scientific perspectives on interesting news, discoveries, issues, and policies with anyone who is passionately curious about all things science.
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Punch Drunk: Boxing, football, and why chronic brain trauma matters
In this episode, we discuss what is known about chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), an increasingly discussed issue due to its effects on current and former football players. We discuss who else CTE affects, what is happening in the brain of affected individuals, and how more research is needed to solve this serious problem.
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She Blinded Me With Science
In our inaugural episode of 2014, we discuss how a company called GoldieBlox is helping to create the next generation of female engineers, how the three of us got bitten by the science "bug", and what can be done to get kids more interested in STEM fields.
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Shots, Shots, Shots, Shots, Shots...Everybody!
It’s flu season...In this episode we discuss how vaccines are made and what happens after it is injected into your body.
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A Fear To Remember: Light-activated Memories
Ever wished you could change a memory...in a mouse? In this episode, we find out what a memory looks like and how it can be altered in the lab using a novel technology known as optigenetics.
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The BRCA1 Gene: Understanding the Acronym
The BRCA1 Gene: Understanding the Acronym
Angelina Jolie's powerful op-ed in the NY Times took us through an emotional decision she made due to a genetic mutation. In this episode, we discuss facts and statistics surrounding the BRCA1 gene, patenting genes, and the high cost of testing. -
Are You Afraid of the Franken-wheat?
Are You Afraid of the Franken-wheat?
Ever wonder what all the fuss is about around genetically-modified organisms (GMOs)? In this episode, we attempt to separate the wheat from the chaff in the recent and ongoing controversy surrounding GMOs and the implications of their use for human health and the environment.
Customer Reviews
Very refreshing.
These ladies are amazing! They know their science and don't flaunt it. It's well researched and they all have great podcasts voices. There are some PC I had to stop listening to due to the voices, trying too hard, recording quality and content, but this one is high quality. Please keep producing!
Finally, science discussion for everyone!
I was hooked as soon as I started listening. I loved science growing up, but haven't been able to do or learn much of it since graduating from college. Thankfully, these 3 ladies are here to fill my brain with witticisms and knowledge!
Ms.
I only listened to about 3/4 of the episode on GMOs but I had to stop because I couldn't take anymore "uh" or "um"s. Plus, unless they covered it in the last 4 minutes of the podcast, they completely neglected to address the biggest issue with GMOs, which is not their health effects, but their environmental effects. I won't be listening again.
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