This episode covers microfluidics; what it is, how it works, and the technology's implications and numerous uses. Microfluidics uses extremely small volumes of fluid to create assays, cell cultures, and much more. We also talk about biphasic DN

Familial Dysautonomia with Frances Lefcort Ph.D., Valérie Copié Ph.D., and Seth Walk.

Dec 13th, 2019 48m 32s

What do the brain, the liver, and the gut all have in common? The answer: each of these biological systems are affected in Familial Dysautonomia (FD). Frances, Valérie, and Seth sit down to discuss what FD is and the biological effects patients

Susy Kohout Ph.D. - VSPs; The Link Between Voltage and Chemical Signalling, Why An Open Mind Is Essential In Research.

Dec 13th, 2019 35m 2s

Susy Kohout explains how assumptions led to later findings that were unexpected with VSP channels. We cover what Voltage Sensing Phosphatases (VSPs) are, their important mechanism in the cell, research methods used to explore them, and what is

Cara Palmer Ph.D. - Sleep and Psychological Health.

Nov 6th, 2019 24m 17s

Dr. Palmer explains what sleep is, its importance for both mental and physical health, and how to get a better night's sleep.

Seth Walk Ph.D. - Introduction to the Microbiome

Oct 26th, 2019 33m 23s

Seth Walk covers the microbiome, its role in overall health, germ-free mouse models, research and the gut-brain axis.

Matt Taylor Ph.D. - Viral Neuroinvasion

Oct 26th, 2019 50m 9s

What happens when viruses, like Herpes Simplex, infect neurons? What are the biological reasons why a virus would infect a neuron and how does infection alter neuronal function? Matt Taylor explains what is known on the subject, the innate immu

Thom Hughes Ph.D. - MD vs MD-Ph.D., Genetic Engineering as a tool for Treatment, Biophysics, and Research.

Apr 16th, 2019 1h 26m

This episode contains an in depth conversation regarding what it means to be a physician, the role of research in ultimately improving patient health, and genetic engineering. Undertoned by biology and pharmacology, this episode is filled with

Jamie Mazer, Ph.D. - Neuroscience, Attention, and the Visual Cortex.

Apr 4th, 2019 47m 19s

Dr. Mazer provides great insight into the visual cortex and the importance it holds regarding attention. He studies mid- and high level visual processing and the relationship between visual perception, eye movements, and neural circuits. We co

Steve Eiger Ph.D. - The Colorful Life of Eiger.

Apr 4th, 2019 50m 23s

Steve Eiger is an associate professor at MSU and teaches physiology and the capstone class for CBN majors. We talk about his diverse life path, how he found himself eventually teaching, and much more.

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