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Einstein A Go-Go

Dissection and discussion of science and science issues made digestible for public consumption. Find us on Facebook and Twitter! The intro and outro theme is Soft Illusion and was generously provided by Andras. https://andras.bandcamp.com/track/soft-illusion

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53:03

Breaking temperature records, particle accelerators...

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2021/07/04

Professor Colby Zaph, from Monash University's Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, discusses novel molecular mechanisms that control T cell function in mucosal immunity and inflammation; and Dr. Suzie Sheehy, Senior Lecturer in Medical Accelerator Physics from The University of Melbourne, explains how particle accelerators are a fundamental research tool in particle and nuclear physics, but accelerators are also used in many areas of society. And in science news, the team

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48:11

Activated T-Cells, Spinal Cord Rehab, and the COVID...

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2021/06/30

In science news, the team chat about giant ice plugs, dragon man in the well, and mongoose birth communal management. Guests include Duncan Wallace, Spinal Cure Executive Director, talking about new trials into helping people with spinal cord injuries walk again; Professor Nicole La Gruta from Monash University explains research into activated T cells, which are central to causing and curing many human diseases; and Professor Grant McArthur, who briefs the team on the activities of

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53:56

Venus, Depression treatment and July lectures

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2021/06/20

Astrophysicist Dr Rebecca Allen from Swinburne University, talks about the new NASA missions to Venus; Kate Gunningham from Epworth Centre for Innovation, discusses her work in a trial investigating a novel non-invasive brain stimulation device for treating depression; and Dr Suzie Sheehy, University of Melbourne, spruiks the upcoming popular physics lecture series. In weekly science news, the team covers international space station experiments and converting plastics into food

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53:18

Extremophile organisms, exceptional enzymes and the...

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2021/06/13

The team explore the messy beauty of AI designed microchips, extremophile organisms that may hold clues to DNA repair, and new enzymes that could break down plastics even in everyday conditions. And special guest Tim Baxter, Senior Researcher from the Climate Council, talks about the lack of functional climate policy at the Federal level (despite being the sunniest and windiest inhabited continent in the world), and Dr Euan unpacks the economics of biodiversity. We may be consuming more

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49:30

Saliva Testing, Galaxies and Nutrition

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2021/06/06

Drs Shane, Linden, Laura, and Ray discuss science news, including diamonds indicating seismic activity, news on clownfish stripes, and labrador pups understanding humans. Guests include Dr. Georgia Parkin talking about therapeutic lithium applications; Dr. Nicholas Scott revealing new research on how our galaxy evolved; and Professor Felice Jacka talks about the role of nutrition in mental health. Remember, “Science is everywhere”, including:Program page: Einstein-A-Go-GoFacebook page:

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47:48

Albert Einstein, Ear Nose and Throat research & Vaccines

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2021/06/01

Associate Professor Adrian Dyer from RMIT discusses new findings regarding the research of Albert Einstein; Head and neck surgeon Dr Eric Levi shares scientific developments regarding the ear, nose and throat; and Associate Professor Margie Danchin provides insight into the world of vaccines, and answers questions about long-COVID. With presenters Dr Shane and Dr Ray. Remember, Science is everywhere!Program page: Einstein-A-Go-Go Facebook page: Einstein-A-Go-GoTwitter: Einstein-A-Go-Go And

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48:28

Kids with Cancer special

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2021/05/23

Dr Shane talks with Lochie Howcraft, a cancer survivor, and his mother Cassandra about his yearlong experience and treatment in the Royal Children’s Hospital. Joining them in the studio is Cindy Bakos, mother of Sienna who also survived childhood cancer. Together with Sarah Grimshaw from the Royal Children’s Hospital, they founded Little Big Steps, a charity formed on the idea of improving the outcomes of children living with cancer with technology, programs and services in

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50:20

Professor Sharon Lewin from the Doherty Institute

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2021/05/20

Leading infectious diseases expert Professor Sharon Lewin, Director of the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity, talks about challenges with treating COVID, and challenges treating HIV. And in weekly science news, the team talk about the discovery of ancient poo found to not contain antibacterial resistance genes, unlike modern poo; and a new paper has been published about Voyager 1. With presenters Dr. Shane and Dr. Krystal.Program page: Einstein-A-Go-GoFacebook

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51:14

Rock Art and new Sleep Research

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2021/05/09

Sven Ouzman, University of Western Australia, talks about the rock art sites in the East Kimberley region; Sophia Garlick Bock, ReachOut Australia, discusses her latest survey exploring the experiences of young people during the current pandemic; Shauni Omond, from La Trobe University, talks about her sleep research using flatworms. And in weekly science news, the team discusses a home experiment with cats and undiscovered species. With presenters Dr. Shane, Chris KP and Dr. Euan.Program

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47:54

Glacier Shrinkage, Brain Function, and Radioactive...

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2021/05/02

Dr Valentina Lorenzetti and Adam Clemente from the Healthy Brain and Mind Research Centre at the Australian Catholic University talk substance use, brain function and mental rewards. While at the other end of the science process, Professor John Dewar, Vice-Chancellor of Latrobe University (and Chair of Universities Australia) calls in to share the big picture: how tertiary efforts are coordinated at the national level and what can be done to reinvigorate the University sector after

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51:37

Einstein A Go Go - 25th Apr 2021 - Primary...

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2021/04/25

In the studio this week are Drs Ailie, Stacey, Anu and Shane who discuss what's been in the news:NASA Ingenuity inaugural two (and planned) flights on Mars, and SpaceX Crew-2, prediction and intensity of earthquakes, and paper retraction and research biases.Today's First Guest (online) is Dr Emily Edwards from Monash University who talks and about primary immunodeficiency (PI) and PI week.Today's Second Guest/Presenter (online) is Graci Finco from UNT who talks about dinosaur's sounds,

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50:40

Gravitational waves, Endometriosis & Human/animal...

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2021/04/20

Dr Shane, & Dr Lauren discuss Human/animal chimeras and the latest on space exploration. PHD students Debatri Chattopadhyay and Isabelle Romero-Shaw join the team to discuss their work on gravitational waves, as well as their upcoming trip to Antarctica; Professor Sonia Grover from the Royal Children’s Hospital shares an exciting update regarding funding to endometriosis research focusing on adolescents, and shares insight regarding endo pain measurement and treatment.

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50:30

Self-warming birds, the language of bees and...

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2021/04/11

Dr Shane and the team talk with Associate Professor David Tingay from MCRI, about a study that used cutting-edge technology, electrical impedance tomography (EIT), to take highly detailed images deep inside newborns’ lungs. Babies adapt to air-breathing at birth using complex methods of moving gas in their lungs not seen later in life, with crying especially important to this process. Also on the show is Adriana Zanca, talking about how PhDs and ECRs are underpaid at universities.

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49:37

COVID Symptom Recovery and Global Change Biology

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2021/04/05

The team speak to Conor McCafferty, Haematology Research, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute about his PhD which focuses on COVID-19 with specific attention to blood-clotting and inflammatory side-effects, and post-recovery symptoms in adults and children, and Dana Bergstrom from Deakin University, with respect to a landmark paper about to be released in global change biology, led by Dana and Euan Ritchie. It examines the state of Australia’s ecosystems, from the tropics to Antarctica

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50:11

Used face masks, Brains under threat and World memory...

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2021/03/28

Dr Mohammad Saberian, RMIT University, tells us about the serious environmental impact from face masks and the proposal to use pandemic waste for road building purposes; Hannah Savage, University of Melbourne, discusses her latest study into threats and how the regions of the brain respond. And in weekly science news, the team discuss the world memory championships, why bald eagles are dying in the USA, challenges of humans living on Mars with a shorter day than living on earth and the

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53:40

20 PhDs in 20 minutes: 2021

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2021/03/21

Get ready as Dr Shane blasts through the most exciting and diverse PhDs across the nation, challenging the students tackling them to explain in less time than it takes to get a COVID test.Which thesis will change the world? Which students will return to the show as thought leaders?Hopefully all of them!Program page: Einstein-A-Go-GoFacebook page: Einstein-A-Go-GoTwitter: Einstein-A-Go-Go

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51:28

Einstein A Go Go - 14th Mar 2021 - Bees, Vaccines and...

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2021/03/14

In the studio this week is ChrisKP and Drs Jen, Euan (online) and Shane who discuss what's been in the news:sea slugs cut their head off (autotomy), genetics and eye colour and National Eucalypt DayToday's First Guest (online) is Dr Jody Gerdts from Bee Scientifics Pty Ltd who talks about bees and Varroa mites and the study she's about to commence.Today's Second Guest (online) is Dr Maggie Zhai who talks about how vaccines work and the problems getting their payload delivered.Today's Third

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49:21

Gratification Delay, Micro-dosing, Existentialism.

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2021/03/09

Dr Shane, Dr Linden, Dr Laura & Stacey discuss cancer resistance seen in large mammals, gratification delay, and micro-dosing research. Dr. Gemma Gransbury from the University of Melbourne shares her findings on single molecule magnets; and Cara Santa Maria, host of the podcast 'Talk Nerdy' explores existentialism and COVID vaccines.Program page: Einstein-A-Go-Go Facebook page: Einstein-A-Go-GoTwitter: Einstein-A-Go-Go And live every Sunday at 11:00a.m AEST on RRR 102.7mHz FM.

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47:58

Mars Missions, Sustainable Mussels and Rare Diseases

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2021/02/28

Stacey, Ailie, Anu and Dr Shane discuss the link between Alzheimer’s and gut microbiome. Mars missions and the history of weather forecasting. Dr Tas van Ommen talks to the team about Antarctica’s ice, atmosphere and surrounding ocean and their role in the earth’s climate system. February 28 is Rare Diseases Day. Sue White, Deputy Clinical Director of the Victorian Clinical Genetics Services introduces Rare Diseases Now (RDNow), an exciting new program at the Royal Children’s Hospital,

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50:46

Emperor Penguins, Biosensors, and Mars Rover

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2021/02/26

Barbara Wienecke from the Australian Antarctic Division shares her insights into the lives and behaviours of emperor penguins; Dr. Simon Corrie, Senior Lecturer in the Chemical Engineering Department at ARC Centre for Bio-Nano Science talks about a world-first discovery by researchers at Monash University and The University of Queensland that could lead to faster and more effective treatments for chronic health complications, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer, with ‘fluorescent’ in

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