In this latest podcast, we tackle the resurgence of Measles, vaccinations, and common anti-vaccination myths!Note regarding our talk on the polio vaccine: Following its mass production in 1955, certain pharmaceutical companies failed to properly inactivate the Salk vaccine, leading to over 250 reported cases of paralysis. Salk’s inactivated polio vaccine was the first developed, followed by the oral polio vaccine (OPV). OPV remained in use in the US until 1999 where it was replaced with an inactivated, injectable vaccine. However, OPV is still used in other countries around the world. Topics ..read more

Check out our new podcast to learn about fast-travel for cells in the skull, gut bacteria influence on the body, and whether we’re starting a fantasy scientist draft league! Topics Microtunnels in the Skull (2:11-10:04) Russia Is Opening A "Jurassic Park-Style" Research Lab (10:05-19:45) The Fantasy Scientist Draft (22:05-26:25) Gut Bacteria, Bullying, Junk Food, and You! (26:26-42:20) God of War Shout-out (46:52) Successful Placebo Pills (47:48-52:20) Keywords: Immunology, podcast, brain, skull, marrow, microtunnels, extinction, Jurassic park, dodo, wooly mammoth, dna, fantasy football, mi ..read more

In our newest podcast, we talk about autoimmune diseases linked to the Kissing Disease, concerns over the emerging Nipah Virus, and how fetal immunity may be causing babies to be born early. Topics Epstein-Barr Virus and Autoimmunity (2:20-12:00) Nipah Virus Outbreaks (12:01-20:35) Bacteria Coats itself with IgA for Protection (23:23-32:23) Out of Whack Fetal Immune Systems Prompt Preterm Labor (35:45-43:33) Keywords: autoimmunity, kissing disease, mononucleosis, Nipah Virus, herpes, Epstein-barr virus, cancer, bats, reservoir, Bacteroides fragilis, IgA, gut, mucosa, bacteria, pregnancy, pr ..read more

In our new podcast, we look at the science behind popular video game franchises like Resident Evil, Final Fantasy VII, and The Last of Us! Topics Final Fantasy VII (Podcast from 2:35-14:20) Resident Evil (Podcast from 14:20-26:50) The Last of Us (Podcast from 31:50 to 44:00; Spoilers from 41:20 to 42:18) Viruses in the Resident Evil Series The Last of Us Part II Stages of Infection in the Last of Us Cordyceps: Attack of the Killer Fungi-Planet Earth with David Attenborough Intro music “The Pirate and the Dancer” by artist Rolemusic at the Free Music Archive. Keywords: video games, science ..read more

In our new podcast, we discuss the life of Stephen Hawking, new studies to extend lifespans, and how scaffolding in cancer vaccines promotes dendritic cell responses. Topics In remembrance of Stephen Hawking SEC press release on Theranos and Elizabeth Holmes Could Rapamycin help humans live longer? High-Fiber Diet Shifts Gut Microbes, Lowering Blood Sugar in Diabetics Personal cancer vaccines show promise Keywords: Stephen Hawking, A Brief History of Time, ALS, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Theranos, Elizabeth Holmes, rapaymycin, microbiome, fiber, gut bacteria, type 2 diabetes, cancer vac ..read more

In our new podcast, we welcome guest Jonathan Deane from GNF to discuss both the difficult and rewarding properties of drug discovery and research. The thoughts and opinions of our guest, Jonathan Deane, are his own personal reflections and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of The Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation (GNF). Topics The Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation Jonathan Deane’s TLR7 article and painting The American Association of Immunologists Advocacy Center The Good and Bad of Generic Drugs Pricing Pharmaceuticals, Parts 1 an ..read more

As we pass 100,000 downloads, we reminisce about our favorite topics, guests, and podcasts of the past five years. Topics Emerging Technologies in BioTech Podcast with John Ransom GMOs, Organic Food and Science Myths Podcast with Lauren Uhde, the Biology Babe Global Health Science Podcast with Jessica Taaffe The Post-Doc Experience Podcast with Francesca Soncin Interview with William Golde on T Suppressor Cells Keywords: podcast, anniversary, T suppressor cells, Tregs, grad students, post-docs ..read more

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