In this episode of the Talking Biotech podcast, Dr. Jonathan Howard discusses his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, the rise of disinformation, and the anti-vaccine movement. He reflects on his role as a physician at Bellevue Hospital, the impact of misinformation on public health, and the key players who have influenced the narrative surrounding vaccines and COVID-19. Dr. Howard emphasizes the need for the medical community to stand against misinformation and the importance of

In this episode of ASEAN MedTech Insights, we unravel the complex regulatory web governing medical devices in Vietnam. We provide a deep dive into the foundational Decree 98/2021, the detailed implementation guide of Circular 05/2022, and the critical deadline extensions provided by Decree 07/2023. This is a must-listen for any MedTech company currently in or planning to enter the fast-growing Vietnamese market. We break down what these changes mean for your product registration, documentation, and

In this episode of MENA MedTech Insights, we explore the number one reason why medical device companies fail when entering markets like Saudi Arabia and the UAE: a lack of upfront regulatory clarity. We break down why a detailed understanding of the authorities, device classifications, and submission mechanics is non-negotiable *before* a single dollar of the budget is spent.Discover the common pitfalls that lead to massive budget overruns and months of delays. We use the real-world example of a

How is the job of a scientist similar to the job of an attorney? And how do you define evidence? On this ID The Future, host Casey Luskin continues his conversation with attorney and former Colorado House of Representatives member Barry Arrington about the arguments for intelligent design marshaled in Arrington’s book Unforgetting God. In this concluding segment, Arrington and Luskin review common objections to intelligent design and discuss the larger philosophical, cultural, and legal implications

Detecting rare antigen-specific T-cell responses requires assays that are both sensitive and scalable. Traditional methods like flow cytometry often struggle with high-throughput needs or with preserving precious sample material.In this episode of Listen In, you’ll discover how ELISpot and FluoroSpot assays overcome these challenges. These cell-based immunoassays measure cytokine and antibody secretion at the single-cell level, offering a sensitive, robust, and accessible way to capture

On October 16, 2025 we spoke with Sara Swinford-Jackson about effects of parental drug self-administration on motivated drug taking in offspring in rodents. Sarah discussed the approach taken to remove genetic and environmental contributions to isolate the epigenetic contribution, and to identify the biological mechanism.GuestSarah Swinford-Jackson, Assistant professor of Behavioral and Cellular Neuroscience in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Texas A&M

While punk often wore its defiance on ripped sleeves, ’70s soft rock rebelled in a subtler but more radical way—by challenging cultural expectations of masculinity, politics, and art through vulnerability. Instead of thrashing guitars and chaos, artists like Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, and Bread crafted lush harmonies and introspective lyrics that rejected the era’s obsession with aggression and bravado. Their rebellion lay in showing that gentleness could be powerful, that love and heartbreak were

Over the years, I’ve worn many hats—husband, father, physical therapist, business owner, coach, mentor, and teacher. Each role brought challenges, insights, and breakthroughs that ultimately led me to my true calling: helping leaders and entrepreneurs unlock clarity and growth through coaching.For nearly three decades, I built and ran two busy physical therapy clinics—navigating recessions, crises, and industry shifts—before selling my business for a significant multiple. That journey taught me what

Sebastian Chedal helps growth-focused businesses transform their operations through #IntelligentAutomation, combining strategic marketing, AI systems, and data workflows into a single, validated growth engine.As the Founder & CEO of Fountain City and a sought-after speaker on AI, automation, and digital growth, Sebastian works alongside business owners and marketing leaders to streamline operations, eliminate inefficiencies, and deliver measurable business outcomes.Every engagement begins with

AI is here - and it’s already changing the way we think about compliance, quality, and productivity in biotech.In today's episode Hemish was joined by Subbu Viswanathan, Head of Compliance at DashBio.Subbu because is one of the few quality leaders who has been building and integrating AI into quality systems for over a decade – long before it was mainstream. And he’s now leading quality and compliance at a tech-driven CRO, where speed and automation are core to the model.Subbu’s journey spans shop

In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the Walrus Ghost from the spooky 1932 Fleischer Studios Betty Boop animated short "Minnie the Moocher."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest episode of the DDW Highlights Podcast is now available to listen to below. DDW’s Bruno Quinney narrates five key stories of the previous week to keep DDW subscribers up-to-date on the latest industry news. Last week, the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine was awarded to three scientists for their discovery on regulatory T cells. Elsewhere, AI use continues to rise in pharma and biotech, while CAR-T therapy has been used for the first time to treat ulcerative colitis.  You can listen

Science Will Win is back for a new season, with new hosts and a new format. Now, science educators Dr. Raven Baxter a molecular biologist otherwise known as Raven, the Science Maven, and Dr. Ronald Gamble, a theoretical astrophysicist at NASA, are teaming up to explore four exciting medical technologies. These technologies are right on the cusp of a potentially groundbreaking moment, either unlocking our ability to tackle new diseases or allowing us to tackle old ones in ways we never could before

How lab-grown mini-retinas model human vision. In this episode, we show how iPSC-derived retinal organoids form layered photoreceptors, enable gene-editing tests (CRISPR, ASOs), and accelerate drug screening for inherited retinal diseases. Clear takeaways, visuals, and translational notes for bench and clinic. Educational only; not medical advice.

Join Nina Ricciardelli and expert John Cheshire as they debunk myths and explore the transformative power of risk-based digital validation. This episode uncovers how a smarter, more efficient approach to CSV can cut costs, accelerate system deployment, and better protect patient safety, all while meeting regulatory expectations. Learn practical steps to overcome cultural barriers, streamline your QMS, and drive real value in your validation journey, even without dedicated digital tools.Expert: John

Join the Bone Club on this special Canadian Thanksgiving edition where we discuss the thorny issue of gender and forensic anthropology from the lens of transgender people and communities with our special guest Dr. Samantha Blatt. Our conversation touches on the issues of theory, definitions, and even how to assess gender in a forensic context.If you have any questions for Dr. Blatt or any of us, or if you have any ideas or suggestions for future episodes or guests for The Bone Club, please email us

In this episode of Power to the Patients, Brandon Li speaks with Dr. Anantha Shekhar, Senior Vice Chancellor for Health Sciences and Dean of the School of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Shekhar shares how his early experiences with a family member’s schizophrenia inspired a lifelong mission to bridge neuroscience, psychiatry, and translational research. They explore how psychiatry and neurology are rapidly converging, why the future of mental health treatment lies in understanding

Sagar Lonial, MD, and Saad Usmani, MD, provide a sneak peek on what attendees can expect to learn at SOHO Breakthroughs in Blood Cancers (SBBC). Dr. Lonial will be the presenter of the myeloma session at the meeting. His talk is scheduled for 1:35 pm Central time on November 20, 2025.SBBC is a new virtual meeting from SOHO and is chaired by Hagop Kantarjian, MD, of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. SBBC takes place at 8 am—5 pm Central time on November 20, 2025. Register today at

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of washing drinking glasses with only hot water and friction. Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼 Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼 Still too hot: Examination of water temperature and water heater characteristics 24 years after manufacturers adopt voluntary temperature setting - PMC Quantifying the Effects of Water Temperature, Soap Volume, Lather Time, and Antimicrobial Soap as Variables in the Removal of Escherichia coli ATCC 11229 from Hands - ScienceDirect