Genetics and biotechnology are everywhere in pop culture these days. But have you ever wondered if the science behind those movies and TV shows is realistic? We’ll be joined by expert guests who will help us separate science facts from Hollywood elaboration. We’ll explore the ethics of gene editing, see if CSI's forensics hold up under a microscope, explore the realities and limitations of genetic mutations, and more. Coming in April 2024.  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at...

Join us for this tiny expedition as we learn about a unique peanut breeding program that gives back to a local community in big ways. You’ll hear from several individuals involved in the program, including teachers and researchers.  To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Peanuts for the future: how students are collaborating to improve the legume we love.”  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus...

Join us for this tiny expedition as we explore the world of precision healthcare. You’ll hear how scientists work to understand the genetic basis of cancer and how one company is helping make genetic testing and information more accessible for all.   To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Navigating cancer: precise science, precise care.”  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to...

Genetics doesn’t have to be complicated. Tiny Expeditions is a science podcast that explores how DNA plays a role in our everyday lives, from the food we eat to the medicine we take. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

Crossover episode! Join us and our friends and Genome Insider for this tiny expedition into the world of rubber. You’ll hear from scientists and innovators working to create better, more sustainable sources of natural rubber.   To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Growing a Shrubbier Version of Rubber.” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

Join us for this tiny expedition as we learn how science is preparing us for future novel pandemics. You’ll hear from scientists and innovators working to ensure we can more rapidly detect, diagnose, and treat pathogenic outbreaks.   To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “The future of pandemic preparedness: Insights from biotech experts.”  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to...

Join us for this tiny expedition as we journey to northern peat bogs and learn their importance in our fight against climate change.  To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Moss to the rescue: peat bogs and the fight against climate change” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

Join us for this tiny expedition as we dive into some ethical considerations surrounding using DNA technology and genetic genealogy in forensic science.  To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Forensic DNA technology: Justice at what cost?” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

Join us for this tiny expedition into forensic science and learn how forensics experts and law enforcement use various DNA technologies to help solve crimes.  To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “The science of crime: forensics and DNA technology.” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

In Season 4, we will explore how DNA and genomic technology are helping us tackle big challenges threatening our planet. We’ll talk about how genetics is being used to solve more crimes, how preserving peat bogs is crucial to our quest to quell climate change, how scientists are working to prepare for future novel pandemics, and much more.   Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

Join us for this tiny expedition into cancer research and hear how scientists use cutting-edge technology to help diagnose, treat, and hopefully even prevent cancer. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “When cells kill: understanding cancer.” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

Join us for this tiny expedition as we explore more bioethical concerns surrounding genetic testing. In this episode, we dive into inequities in access to genetic testing based on racial and socioeconomic status. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode and our featured guests, visit "Accessing genetic testing: who's in and who's out?"  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing...

In Season 3, we will explore the many ways that DNA influences human health and disease. We'll talk about how genetics can uncover distant relatives you've never met, help doctors prescribe medications more accurately, and diagnose diseases like cancer, autoimmune diseases, and neurological diseases.  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

Join us for this tiny expedition into the world of craft beer. We will learn how scientists are trying to create regional varieties of barley and hops that can be grown across the US and using gene edited yeast to make fun and unique craft beer flavors. To go behind the scenes and learn more about barley, hops, and yeast, visit "Can science create the perfect craft beer?".  Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material,...

Join us for this tiny expedition as we splash into the aquatic world of duckweed, a tiny plant that has enormous potential to benefit us and our planet. From feeding humans and animals to eliminating chemicals and heavy metals from contaminated water sources, duckweed can do it all. To go behind the scenes of our trip to the Harkess lab, visit Can a Weed Save the World?   Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe...