Conversations with the brightest chemical minds — Join us in educational chats with some of the most fascinating and influential scientists in the world. Learn about their personal stories, notable contributions, and an enthusiasm for discovery that unites them all. Covering various fields and industries, this is a podcast for anyone who wants to learn more about science and the brilliant minds advancing it.
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In this show, Jen Novakovich, Canadian cosmetic chemist from The Eco Well, interviews international cosmetic scientists and industry leaders to bring you a fresh new conversation a week about all things beauty!
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Conversations in STEM Education is a monthly series featuring Faculty Associates at the STEM Education Innovation and Research Institute (SEIRI). During the conversations, SEIRI Faculty Associates discuss their STEM education scholarship and how it has contributed to their own growth and advancement of the field.
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Periodically, the podcast that covers all things periods and chemistry! Each week, over this series of six episodes, we here at the University of Oxford will be taking a deep-dive into just how periods have affected us in tutorials, exams, labs and just generally studying at undergrad. We want to talk about how periods can sometimes just get in the bloody way! Periodically is funded by the Royal Society of Chemistry Equality and Diversity fund.
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Examining the pursuit of excellence. Interviews with folks you wouldn't normally hear. More details at nikhawks.com
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Welcome to The Merry Menopause Bookclub podcast, I'm your host, Jo Fuller ACTP Accredited Coach specialising in Menopause. I created this podcast to explore the many facets of Menopause through literature and conversation.Each episode, I'll be discussing a book that resonates with our midlife experience, delving into the physical, emotional and social aspects of this stage of life. I'll be joined by a variety of authors who will share their personal stories and expert advice.. Whether you're ...
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Art is Human Nature is a podcast hosted by Toronto based visual artist Alexander Robinson where he speaks with people who know a lot about the ideas he tries to capture in his work. A podcast with the aim of redefining what an arts education can be. If you’d like to see the artwork shared in each episode visit artbyrobinson {.com}
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The Fitting Out Podcast brings you bi-weekly episodes of entertaining, inspirational, and thought provoking conversations with people from all aspects of sports, business, arts, academia, and global exploration. Created and hosted by Jonah McGuire, he aims to shine a light on the greatness of humanity which exists everywhere by delving into people’s personal journeys as every journey is transformative and involves a great story. Great conversations have the power to transform your life, to s ...
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The HALI Access Network Podcast series tells the stories of founders and key players within HALI Access Network organisations, their students and friends. The HALI Access Network aims to level the playing field for high achieving, low income African youth to access higher education opportunities around the globe. The views in this podcast series are the views of the guests and not necessarily those of the HALI Access Network.
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Endocrine disruption in beauty? Feat Lyle Burgoon PhD
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What is up with endocrine disruption in beauty? There is so much about this topic in the media, seemingly disproportionately focused on cosmetics. What does it all mean, where is the science and are the concerns actually relevant? This week, Dr Lyle Burgoon is back for a deep dive into the topic. Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, …
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s01e07: STEM Education and Scholarly Activism: Adventures in Scientific Process, Failure, and Critical Reflection to Empower Student Learning Featuring Dr. Brandon Sorge
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In this conversation, Dr. Brandon Sorge discusses his experiences with scholarly activism, especially how it pertains to the enhancement of STEM education opportunities to cultivate ethical, civic-minded, and equitable students. He describes his research, which aims to educate the whole person through meaningful experiential learning in engaging co…
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s02e01: experiences in Chemistry and Occupational Therapy education Featuring Dr. Tony Chase
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In this conversation, Dr. Tony Chase will discuss his experiences in Chemistry and Occupational Therapy education, as well as the research he has conducted in both spaces. He will describe his research and education journey with special emphasis on interdisciplinarity, transferability, accessibility, and representation. Through these topics, the co…
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Science integrity with Lyle Burgoon PhD
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What do we mean when we say science integrity? What is good evidence, and how is evidence incorporated at a policy level? This was the topic of this podcast, which featured toxicologist Lyle Burgoon PhD. Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, subscribe and write a review! If it's accessible, we also have a Patreon which you can find at…
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Episode 77: Dave Schipper, Outdoor Gear & Clothing Designer
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"For as long as I can remember, I've made things." Dave Schipper joins us to re-start the pod after I've taken a 5 year hiatus. Dave is a generally rad dude hailing from Moab, Utah, and if you've ever done anything even half-way hardcore in the great outdoors it's reasonably likely you've used a piece of gear he designed. We talk about the paraglid…
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Plastic electronics, digitized materials, and other sustainable solutions
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Join us for this look into materials chemistry, developed under the guiding principles of sustainability and a systems approach. Dr. Zlatka Stoeva, Co-founder and Managing Director of DZP Technologies, discovered her love of chemistry out of boredom as a child. She then traveled to unknown lands to master her science and discover the value of mento…
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This episode focused on the issue of misinformation and bad behaviour in the science and medical influencer space. Disclaimer, special attention was given to the rise of dermfluencers. This episode featured a roundtable discussion between dermatologist Anjali Mahto MD, cardiologist Rohin Francis MD, immunologist Andrea Love PhD and cosmetic chemist…
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Some debate that synthetic organic chemistry strategies have become stale, but Dr. Todd Hyster of Princeton University's Hyster Lab disagrees. Todd fell in love with organic chemistry early in his education, but it wasn’t until he got turned on to enzyme catalysis that he found his true calling. He’s built a career using engineered enzymes to facil…
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Early in her career, Dr. Jessica Reiner realized that she cared more about ensuring the accuracy of the measurements she was making than making the measurements themselves. This realization, combined with experience in working with PFAS, led to her current role as Research Chemist at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Join u…
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Bioconjugation of antibodies to drugs via chemical linkers is how antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) are made. We’re joined by Matt Giese, Senior Scientist at Vector Laboratories, who talks us through the complex chemistry options and biodesign considerations that have to be considered and balanced when making a successful ADC. How does one build the …
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Empowering women in the chemical industry
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We're diving into an important topic: the representation of women in STEM careers. Despite making up about 50% of the population, women hold only around 34% of STEM positions, with even fewer—approximately 25%—in the chemicals industry. Why is this the case, and what can be done to change it? Kylie Wittle (Co-Founder & Operations Director of Women …
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An expert-guided tour of battery chemistry
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Strap in for this charged up conversation. Battery chemistry is a topic we’ve touched on before and is one we’ve committed to exploring further in this season. This conversation with Dr. Heather Platt, Co-Founder and Chief Battery Scientist at Platt Engineering Solutions, takes us on an expert-guided tour of battery chemistry. This conversation qui…
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In this episode of Periodically, hosts Manami and Charlie are joined by Dr Jenny Maunder, a physical chemistry-based lecturer at the University of Durham. As a senior demonstrator, Jenny provides a unique perspective on the impact of menstrual health on both students and staff. The trio discuss the importance of training for demonstrators, focusing…
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In this episode of Periodically, hosts Josie and Felicity are joined by Kelly Britton, a DPhil student in Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Oxford, and Dr Sarah Rawe, a lecturer in chemistry at the Technological University Dublin. Listen as they discuss the realities of experiencing perimenopause while also dealing with the pressures of acad…
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This episode features the pre-recorded conversation of the scicommer panel I moderated at NYSCC Suppliers Day earlier this month, brought to you by the Independent Beauty Association, and in conversation with Kenton Hipsher, who is on the ingredient supply side of things, Erica Douglas, aka sisterscientist, from the contract manufacturer POV, and D…
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In this episode of Periodically, hosts Sofia and Lottie are joined by Chiara Cocco, a postdoctoral research associate at the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Caucus at Heriot-Watt University, to discuss the research that's being undertaken by initiatives like the EDI Caucus to investigate the impact of menstrual health in research and innovation. …
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The Issue of Research Fraud, featuring Reese Richardson
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This episode features a deep dive conversation into the world of research fraud, featuring research fraud researcher Reese Richardson. What is the issue, why is it happening, and how should we think about all of this when we’re thinking about the quality of scientific research and science itself. We also explored turmeric research as a case example…
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In this episode of Periodically, hosts Manami and Charlie are joined by Dr. Jenny Burnham, a chemistry teaching specialist at the University of Sheffield, about the challenges women face in balancing their reproductive health and a career in academia. The conversation offers a candid look at the realities of menstrual health, pregnancy, childbirth,…
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s01e06: Innovations in STEM Education: Cultivating Student Skills in Biomedical Engineering Design, Health Equity, and Ethics Featuring Dr. Sharon Miller
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In this conversation, Dr. Sharon Miller discusses her experiences in biomedical engineering research and education as well as her scholarship at the intersection of the two. She describes her research and education journey, with special emphasis on her research work in discipline-based education research and her educational innovations in BME engin…
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s01e05: Inclusive Excellence in STEM Education: Transforming Departments, Fostering Diversity, and Empowering Undergraduates Featuring Dr. Kathleen Marrs
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Join Kathy Marrs, Professor of Biology, for a discussion of large-scale advancements in STEM education during her time at IUPUI. Dr. Marrs discusses initiatives focused on departmental transformation through best practices in STEM teaching and inclusive excellence, interdisciplinary programs to prepare secondary STEM teachers, and ongoing developme…
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Mid-season reveal: new episodes on battery tech, PFAS, and sustainability coming soon
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Join our host, Dr. Paolo Braiuca, as he chats with some of the most fascinating scientists around the globe doing trailblazing work in a variety of fields and industries. Learn about their personal stories, notable contributions, and the enthusiasm for discovery that unites them all. This is a podcast for anyone who wants to learn more about scienc…
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Sustainability in Cosmetics - Panel Replay from SCC Suppliers Day
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This weeks’ episode features the pre-recorded pre-show run of the Sustainability in Cosmetics panel I moderated at NYSCC Suppliers Day in new york a few weeks ago! In conversation with Amol Kirtikar, Senior Manager of Sustainability & Innovation Americas at Clariant, Kurt Reynertson PhD, Global Lead for Ingredient Policy at Kenvue and Akemi Ooka Ph…
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In this episode of Periodically, hosts Felicity and Josie engage in an enlightening discussion with guests Liv and Lauren from the SASHA Society (Students Against Sexual Harassment and Assault), about the work that SASHA does and how they campaign for change at the University of Leeds. Liv and Lauren, also share their personal experiences of living…
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A product development timeline 101 with Lorna Radford
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This podcast featured a 101 about the timeline of product development; from brief to formulation to testing to scale up. To help us cover the topic, this episode featured Lorna Radford from ENKOS. Hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!By The Eco Well
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Endometriosis is a chronic condition which affects one in ten people with periods in the UK. However, endometriosis is notably difficult to diagnose, taking an average of eight years from the onset of symptoms according to Endometriosis UK and with patients often being misdiagnosed or dismissed by doctors while they continue to struggle with the sy…
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s01e03: DEI in STEM Education: Negotiating Course Content and Values in a Changing World Featuring Dr. Catherine Macris
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In this conversation, Dr. Catherine (Cam) Macris discusses her work around DEI in geoscience education. She describes her efforts to incorporate inclusive teaching practices into Earth Science classes and foster a sense of belonging in her department and the geosciences more broadly. Dr. Macris also explores the assessment of these efforts and intr…
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s01e04: Designing STEM Education Futures: Exploring the Relationship Between Anthropology and STEM Education Featuring Dr. Grant Fore
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In this conversation, Dr. Grant Fore discusses his experiences with interdisciplinary scholarship, particularly at the intersection of Anthropology and STEM Education Research. He describes his research in design anthropology and how his findings have inspired his approach to STEM ethics education and community engagement. The conversation also exa…
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An Oral Care 101 with Natalie Hendrix
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Somehow I still haven't covered oral care on the podcast, so to help fix that, this week's episode features oral care formulation chemist Natalie Hendrix! This episode was a 101 on the topic - hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, write a review and subscribe! If it's accessible, we also have a Patr…
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Cosmetic Formulation Myth Busting with Gabriella Baki PhD
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This episode is an extension of the cosmetic formulation myth busting fireside chat with Gabriella Baki PhD that happened at the Skincare E-Summit in December! 20 minutes just wasn't enough! Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, subscribe and write us a review! If it's accessible, we also have a Patreon page that you can find at www.p…
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Periodically, the podcast that covers all things periods and chemistry, is back for Season Two! In this season, we want to talk more about how periods can sometimes just get in the bloody way and we'll be joined by guests who have experiences including with Endometriosis, Menopause, Perimenopause and Pregnancy. Periodically is created with thanks t…
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The life-altering impact of one chemist’s sabbatical
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Anyone that’s followed this podcast will know that Paolo’s final question to each guest is, “What advice would you like to share with younger scientists just starting their career?” Here, our guest, Dr. Monte Helm, professor of chemistry at Metropolitan Community College in Kansas City, shares advice that he clearly lives by, which is, “… be flexib…
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Diversity and Inclusion, feat Milan Scott @thecosmescientist
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This podcast features Milan Scott, otherwise known as @thecosmescientist in a conversation about diversity and inclusion. From the POV of what’s happening in the wider industry, formulations and what’s currently available on the market, to current gaps that should be addressed. Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, write a review and …
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This podcast features a conversation about the current state, and future, of indie beauty, in conversation with Kelly Kovack from BeautyMatter, Rob Akridge PhD from OPULUS Beauty Labs, and Akemi Ooka PhD from Independent Beauty Association. This was the closing panel for our So, You Want to Start a Beauty Brand? E-Summit - find the full replay on o…
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Silicone sustainability with Mike Fevola PhD
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This episodes features a deep dive conversation into silicones in cosmetics; what are they, why are they so useful, and what are some of the environmental draw backs we're currently contending with. To help me tackle the topic, this week I was joined by Mike Fevola PhD. Hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did! Interested in supporting the …
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Cross-coupling, catalysis and one chemist’s move to tech
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Most of us don’t grow up across the street from a chemistry building or know from an early age that we want to be a scientist, but Alan Dyke, VP of Business Development for ProChem, Inc. (CTO of Boulder Scientific Company at the time of the interview) did and became a chemist. Dr. Alan Dyke, former colleague, and friend of Paolo’s, shares his caree…
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The current state of animal testing in beauty with Barae Jomaa PhD
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This pocast features a 101 on the current state of animal testing in cosmetics featuring toxicologist Barae Jomaa PhD. We cover why animal testing testing started in the first place and what prompted all the animal testing bans we see today, the history of animal testing bans globally, alternative test methods, misconceptions, the REACH vs EC confl…
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A Cosmetics Formulation 101 with Ava Perkins
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This week's episode is a 101 on cosmetics formulations; what are the ingredient types that make your products work and why? What’s up with surfactant and preservative systems? What’s the difference between skin and hair care, what’s an emulsion, and what do you need to know about pH? o help me cover the topic, this week featured Ava Perkins, PhD st…
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