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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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52:14

Dark matter, blood transfusion for dogs and...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2024/03/10

Dr Shane is joined in the studio by Dr Jen and Dr Euan, sharing their science news of the week. This week’s guests are Renee Grace Key, a PhD student from Swinburne University, talking about dark matter and if it really is Stephen Hawking’s prediction of a tiny black hole; Jack Atkin-Smith, a veterinary surgeon at Swan Hill Vet Clinic talks about blood transfusions for dogs; and Jacinta Agius, a PhD candidate from La Trobe University, discusses research on anti-viral strategies

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53:43

Extreme Environments, Detecting Neutrinos, and the...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2024/03/03

Presenter Dr Shane is joined by Drs Linden and Hayley for the latest science news. Dr Francesco Ricci from the Department of Microbiology at Monash University discusses how scientists work to understand how life adapts to extreme environments and how life that thrives in these environments can help save the Great Barrier Reef. Professor Nicole Bell, President of The Australian Institute of Physics and researcher at the ARC Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics at The

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51:23

Tinnitus, detecting dark matter and molecular movies

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2024/02/25

Dr Shane is joined in the studio by Dr Laura and Dr Ray, who share news on beef-flavoured rice grown in the lab and shocking findings by European researchers that microplastics penetrate so deeply into lake sediment that they enter layers laid down before plastics were even invented.Dr Shane interviews three guests:Dr Mehrnaz Shoushtarian from the Bionics Institute shares her research leveraging light-based brain imaging and machine learning to detect tinnitus-related brain changes. This

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51:15

Endometriosis, Histology and Antarctica

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2024/02/23

Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Dr Suzi, Chris KP and Dr Scarlett, Alongside them this week are 3 amazing guests. Dr Chris Freelance Biologist, Science communicator and Manager of the Melbourne Histology Platform, shares insight into Histology and the research and analysis underway examining microanatomy.Jacinda O’Connor PhD Student – Monash University, discusses the Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future (SAEF) project, and data surrounding climate change related rising sea

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51:48

ALS, Invasive Ants and Kenya's Lions, Aerotrophs

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2024/02/11

Dr Susie, Dr Euan and Dr Shane talk to guest Dr Paul Gurr from the Dept. Chemical Engineering at the University of Melbourne about the delicate task of cornea surgery. Currently only 1 in 70 patients with corneal disease receive the necessary surgery. Bioengineers are develop a fully synthetic cornea to address the short supply of cornea in Australia and worldwide.The team then talk to Dr Sophie Holland about SAEF: Securing Antarctica's Environmental Future, who's current project focuses on

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50:58

Women's pain, cerebral palsy prevention, and AC joints

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2024/02/08

Mary-Anne Thomas, Minister for Health, Minister for Health Infrastructure, and Minister for Ambulance Services discusses the Inquity into Women's Pain; Dr Madison Paton, Senior Research Fellow at Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) talks about new stem and cell therapies for brain protection in babies and children to prevent Cerebral Palsy; and Associate Professor Stephanie Filbay, Principal Research Fellow - Health, Exercise & Sports Med Physiotherapy at University of Melbourne on new

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45:31

Planet earth, fungal pathogens, deep sea plastics,...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2024/01/28

Associate Professor Fabio A. Capitanio, School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment, Monash University, tells us all about his research into mountain belts and the large earthquakes they host; Dr Harshini Weerasinghe and Dr Francios Olivier, Monash University discuss their research into new ways to combat the threats posed by fungal pathogens in the future; plus, in weekly science news, the team discusses concerning pollution levels of deep sea plastics, the last flight of the Mars

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49:00

Turbine trouble, matter measurement and space...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2024/01/21

When Dr Shane is away… the show goes on as normal because it’s very well organised! This week Chris KP and Dr Susi discussed how an acid in our blood helps determine the construction of our retinal cones, plus Dr Emma Bennett from School of Biological Sciences at Monash University shared her work looking at the impact of wind farms on micro-bats and other wildlife.Michael Mews from the School of Physics, University of Melbourne, went deep into his subterranean experiments using

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49:21

Arctic adventures, exhibition design and chronic fatigue

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/12/10

Science is vastly more impactful if it is shared, and this week Dr Euan, Dr Jen, and Dr Shane look at the connections between policy, science, and community. Have you ever wondered how science is translated into interactive, inspiring exhibitions? Melbourne Museum’s Experience Developer Mei Liu joins the show to expand on the intersection of science and experience (while also previewing her latest project: Air Playground at Scienceworks). If that doesn’t get you out of bed, imagine if you

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51:37

Good and bad T cells, bats!

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/12/03

Dr Shane is joined in the studio by Dr Ray, Dr Linden and Dr Susi, who share some science news about microsleep in penguins, the resilience of redwood trees after bushfires and dolphins detecting electric signals to hunt prey. They are joined in the studio by Dr Susan Christo, a Postdoc in Dr Laura’s lab at the Doherty Institute, talking about their recent publication in the journal Science. Their research looks at T cells in the skin and how they can distinguish between problematic T cells

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57:51

Stop vaping, anti-venoms, brain folding, and concussions

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/11/26

Presenter Dr Shane brings the latest science news; Professor Claire Wakefield, Director, Collaborate Against Cancer Initiative, at the Minderoo Foundation talks about the dangers of vaping and shows campaigning efforts to stop young people from taking up the habit; Tian Du, PhD Candidate at the Charles Perkins Centre at the University Sydney discusses venoms and the process of accessing treatment; Ryan Hickmott, PhD Candidate at RMIT University talks about the structure of brains and how

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51:43

Awkwardness, renewable energy, and increasing eye...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/11/19

Dr Shane is joined by Chris KP, Scarlett, and Graci from Texas, sharing science news about unique animal smells, how hummingbirds negotiate small spaces, and exciting solutions to manage methane emissions from solid waste to meet climate goals. Graci also shares a few research studies looking at the topic of awkwardness, and how long a silence needs to be to become an awkward silence. Professor Pierluigi Mancarella from University of Melbourne talks about exciting new ways to integrate

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51:02

Environmental impacts of food production, sea-bird...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/11/16

Dr Shane is joined this week by EAGG colleague Dr Suzi. As well as science news, the team is joined by an eclectic mix of guests. Dr Michalis Hadjikakou Deakin University, discusses the complex dynamics and varied environmental impacts relating to food production; Olly Dove PhD Candidate University of Tasmania joins Dr Shane to discuss her work regarding foraging behaviour of sea birds; Ashleigh Geiger University of Adelaide & the SAHMRI gene editing program, shares insight into

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52:23

Cancer Therapies, Prem Babies and Penguins

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/10/31

Hosts: Dr Ailee, Dr Scarlet and Dr Shane.News Items: Spooktacular Space: Things that go bump in the night, glacial bubble spa, animal menopause.1st guest: Amy Winship PhD, ARC DECRA Fellow, Department of Anatomy and Developmental Biology Monash University. Cancer therapies, like chemotherapy, can cause devastating side-effects for young female survivors, such as infertility and early menopause. Now, immunotherapies are revolutionising cancer therapy: they activate the patient’s immune

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51:38

FameLab competition Finalists, Cancer Treatment,...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/10/22

Cintya Dharmayanti, Center for Pharmaceutical Innovation, University of South Australia, discusses her cancer drug research work that uses nanoparticles as a delivery system; Dr. Kelsey Pool, LaFroy Research Fellow, University of Western Australia, discusses her research work on the causes and consequences of reproductive disorders in humans and animals; Matthew Shaw, CSIRO, discusses his research work exploring the possibility of extracting metals from rocks in outer space; Melissa Papini,

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49:12

Tall poppies, sustainable materials and the science...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/10/15

Each year the Australian Institute of Policy and Science select the most inspiring young leaders in science and this week Dr Lauren and Dr Shane bring two of the latest cohort to the airwaves!A/Prof Kate Nguyen from the Innovative Fire and Façade Engineering Group at RMIT is breaking new ground in the development of new building materials that are both sustainable and fire-resistant. In contrast, Dr Adam Culvenor (La Trobe University) is leading new work in the prevention and management of

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50:11

Autism and ADHD; and dark energy

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/10/10

News Items: Hottest September on record, Australian Bird of the Year1st guest: Elana Forbes PhD Candidate (Clinical Neuropsychology), Provisional Psychologist. Autism and ADHD are prevalent and highly co-occurring neurodevelopmental disorders.2nd guest: Dr Caroline van de Sandt, 2023 Young Tall Poppy and Biomedical Research Doherty Institute. Disease outcomes and variation in immune response across the human lifecycle.3rd guest: Dr Grace Lawrence Research Associate Swinburne University of

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51:21

Earth in 250 million years - Liver Disease in...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/10/01

In this special episode, Dr Shane and Dr Linden are joined by three science communication students Rolly, Ryan and Lilli from the University of Melbourne in hosting the show and sharing science news.First up is Ryan, talking about how the earth will look like in 250 million year and the geology of pluto.Next, Rolly shares some facts about fatty liver disease in chickens and how hot air balloons are able to stay up in the air.Last but not least, Lilly discusses exoskeletons that make you run

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52:42

Dementia-friendly eyecare, Immunocontraception; and...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/09/24

Presenter Dr Shane is joined by Dr Susi and Dr Laura for the latest science news; Dr Marianne Coleman from the Deptartment of Optometry and Vision Sciences, University of Melbourne/National Vision Research Institute, Australian College of Optometry explains how to improve the eye test experience for people living with dementia by providing dementia-friendly eyecare; Dr Ellen Cottingham, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, University of Melbourne talks about new technologies to reduce populations

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51:09

Science teaching, antibiotic dosing, microplastics...

Einstein A Go-Go ·

2023/09/17

Dr Shane interviews Dr Alice Terrill from Monash University whose research seeks to rationalise antibiotic dosing regimens using different laboratory techniques, combined with modelling to characterise bacterial responses to antibiotics over time. Next up is Bec Russell Saunders, a Science Teacher from Wesley College who has taught in both public and independent sectors. Bec discusses biology and chemistry teaching in the classroom and instilling a love of science in students.Gracie dials

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