In this episode of tHEORetically Speaking, Paige McGarry interviews Aaron Berger, SVP & Head of Evidence Development Solutions at UBC discussing the evolution of direct-to-patient (DTP) study designs and how they are reshaping the landscape of clinical research. Learn more here: https://healtheconomics.com/theoretically-speaking-rethinking-decentralization-in-direct-to-patient-studies/ Introducing Trial Insights—the essential tool for pharma researchers and biotech investors. Se...

Healthcare organisations are facing the simultaneous pressures of demonstrating ROI on AI investments, addressing clinician burnout, and satisfying compliance requirements. In a new pharmaphorum podcast, Dr Jay Anders, chief medical officer for Medicomp Systems, and also host of the Tell Me Where IT Hurts podcast, discusses why he believes that the only way organisations can solve all three of those problems is by first solving data quality issues. Anders talks about this data quality crisis, and

In this podcast, coauthors Simon D. Pouwels and Brady Rae discuss their recently published research article, "Interorgan Communication Between Lung and Colorectal Epithelial Cells Studied Using a Novel Multi-Organ-On-Chip System." The article describes development of a novel unidirectional millifluidic multi-organ-on-chip device to study the communication between human lung epithelial cells and colorectal cells following a toxic stimulus. Authors additionally discuss the versatility of the device to

Send me your thoughts at ibotezatu5@gmail.com What do Port, Sherry, Madeira, Marsala, and Vermouth all have in common? They’re wines with an extra ingredient — spirit. In this episode of The Wine Lab, Dr. Andreea Botezatu explores how fortification began as a practical solution for preserving wine on long sea voyages and evolved into a craft that shaped trade, taste, and culture. From Shakespeare’s Falstaff praising “sack” to George Washington’s love for Madeira, we’ll travel through history ...

During the Phenology Report for the week of Sept. 30, 2025, Charlie Mitchell, KAXE phenology coordinator, discusses the BirdCast website, fungi, and fall colors.

Welcome to “Eichenbaum Acorns,” an editorially independent series powered by Modern Retina® and hosted by David A. Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS, partner and director of research at Retina Vitreous Associates of Florida in Tampa Bay. This series explores the overlooked corners of the retina specialist profession through candid conversations with thought leaders. Eichenbaum is the German translation for oak tree, and the aim of this series is to plant acorns of insight that grow into oaks of

In this conversation, Edye Edens with Nyssa Towsley from UNLV, examine how today’s shifting funding landscape is reshaping IRB operations. Historically, IRBs were built around the assumption that most research would be government-funded. That assumption is being challenged, with changes in funding priorities and availability beginning to influence the volume and nature of submissions. At UNLV, for example, faculty research submissions show a slight dip in volume and a change in character. Wit...

Discover the fascinating world of extreme body transformations, where individuals use body modification to take control of their lives. Learn the stories behind the transformations that often lead to quick judgments from the public, yet reveal personal strength and courage. Timeline: 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Wildest Body Transformations 00:06 - #10. Red Skull 00:42 - #9. The Real-Life Jessica Rabbit 01:12 - #8. The Cyborg 01:40 - #7. The Suspension Artist 02:07 - #6. The Man Made of Holes 02:34

death, compassion, empathy, healing, online cruelty, mental health, Charlie Kirk, tragedy, humanity, respect In this episode, we reflect on the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, emphasizing a need for compassion and empathy in the face of loss. The conversation critiques the online culture of cruelty and desensitization surrounding tragedies, urging listeners to recognize the human impact of such events. This isn't about agreeing or disagreeing with Charlie's views. We need to talk about...

death doula, grief, self-inquiry, emotional resilience, training, certification, community, resources, end of life, personal reflection takeaways Start volunteering to explore your interest in death work.Self-inquiry is essential before becoming a death doula.Understanding your own relationship with death is crucial.Grief needs tending; don't rush into this work if you're grieving.Emotional resilience is key when supporting dying individuals.There are no formal educational prerequisites to ...

What if the future of affordable, life-changing cell and gene therapies comes down to one critical yet often overlooked factor: manufacturing efficiency? In advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs), groundbreaking science abounds, but the path to the clinic is still strewn with bottlenecks, especially when it comes to cost, complexity, and safety. While the promise is enormous, most therapies remain out of reach for many patients due to high cost of goods and logistical hurdles. What can a...

Since the age of nine or ten, Katie Burns has had debilitating pain from endometriosis, a condition where tissue resembling the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. For years, Katie was in the dark about what was causing her pain. Even after a diagnosis at age 20 it was hard to find relief, or even answers about her condition. Her search for better care is part of what led her to a career studying the disease, which affects tens of millions of people worldwide. And in 2012, she discovered

Professor Naaheed Mukadam, narrating her blog written for the Dementia Researcher website.In this blog, Naaheed examines the many inequalities in dementia across age, sex, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, disability, and other factors. She highlights how these inequalities affect prevention, diagnosis, and care, while also noting promising interventions that aim to close these gaps. The piece underscores the urgent need for fairer, more inclusive dementia services and research participation.. Find

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.razibkhan.comToday on Unsupervised Learning, Razib talks to Kat Rosenfield. She is an American novelist, journalist, and culture critic known for both her fiction and commentary on contemporary political debates. She began her career in publishing and as a reporter for MTV News before branching out into broader cultural criticism, contributing to outlets such as The New York Times, Wired, Vulture, Reason, and UnHerd. As a novelist,

In this QCast episode, Jullia and Tom demystify case report form annotation in clinical trials. They explain what an annotated CRF is, why it is central to traceability and compliance, and how teams use CDASH at collection and SDTM at tabulation to keep mappings clean.Key TakeawaysTreat the annotated CRF as the contract between collection and analysis to ensure end-to-end traceability.Start from CDASH templates and map cleanly to SDTM; extend standards only with clear rationale.Lock units and

Despite the many psychedelics clinical trials underway, there is still much we don’t know about how these drugs work. Preclinical studies represent our best viable avenue to answer these lingering questions.

In this episode of the ACSI podcast, we speak with A/Prof Tey Hong Liang, Senior Consultant Dermatologist and clinician scientist at the National Skin Centre.We discuss how he got started in research when the clinician-scientist career was not well defined, and the importance of early career mentors, and his principles in guiding the next generation of clinician scientists.For more information about the ACSI, please visit our website!https://www.ntu.edu.sg/medicine/ACSI

In our episode on addiction, we admitted we weren’t sure if marijuana was truly addictive. That question stuck with me—so I went back to the research.In this bonus episode, Zane dives into what he found after reviewing two major studies: a 2024 Journal of Clinical Investigation review by Le Foll et al. and a 2025 JAMA Network Open paper by Gowin et al. The evidence? Cannabis can be addictive for some people, and heavy or frequent use is linked to measurable changes in brain circuits that regulate

Send us a text Welcome back Rounds Table Listeners! We are back today with a solo episode with Dr. John Fralick. This week, he discusses a recently published trial examining fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) in primary C. difficile infection. Here we go! Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Versus Vancomycin for Primary Clostridioides difficile Infection: A Randomized Controlled Trial (0:00 – 4:47).The Good Stuff (4:48 – 5:36): The I'm Pharmacy podcast, now featured on https://medicinepods.c...

This episode explores survival in the mountains, an environment as dangerous as it is beautiful. The first major challenge is altitude, where thinner air reduces oxygen and can cause altitude sickness if you ascend too quickly. Survivors must climb gradually, rest, hydrate, and listen to their bodies.The terrain itself presents constant risks: falls, rockslides, avalanches, and hidden crevasses. Moving slowly, testing each step, and using ropes or trekking poles can reduce danger. Weather is