Best Hepatitis Virus Podcasts (2024)

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Heat and Health: Managing Heat Exposure During Pregnancy 29:27

6h ago29:27

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In this episode of the SMFM podcast series, Dr. Janine Rhodes discusses the critical topic of managing pregnancy during extreme heat with guests Dr. Sarah Boudova and Dr. Romeo Galang. They delve into the physiological impacts of heat on pregnant individuals, potential adverse outcomes, and practical strategies for healthcare providers to support t…

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Novel antimicrobial approaches to Trichomoniasis 13:05

2d ago13:05

13:05

Today we provide you with an update on the sexually transmitted infection: Trichomonas vaginalis, a protozoan which infects the vagina, urethra and paraurethral glands. It is an uncommon cause of vaginal discharge and penile urethritis and can persist for a long time if left untreated. Up to 50% of people with vaginal infections and especially peop…

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Publishing in MFM 31:31

17d ago31:31

31:31

In this episode of the SMFM podcast series, Dr. Rachel Harrison welcomes Dr. Torri Metz, Vice Chair for Research at the University of Utah's Department of OBGYN, to discuss the ins and outs of publishing in maternal-fetal medicine. Dr. Metz shares her journey into research, providing invaluable advice on developing a successful research career, nav…

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Episode #35: The Story of Ubiquitin with Dr. Aaron Ciechanover 38:54

20d ago38:54

38:54

In this episode, Will sat down with Dr. Aaron Ciechanover, biologist and Distinguished Research Professor in the Rappaport Faculty of Medicine at the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology. Dr. Ciechanover is renowned for his work in studying the method that cells use to degrade and recycle proteins. While in the laboratory of Avram Hershko, they…

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Epilepsy and Pregnancy 22:39

1M ago22:39

22:39

In this episode, Dr. Amy Valent and guest Dr. Sarah Osmundson discuss the updated guidelines from the American Academy of Neurology on Teratogenesis, Perinatal, and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes After In Utero Exposure to Antiseizure Medication. These guidelines, developed in collaboration with the American Epilepsy Society and SMFM, provide evidence…

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Episode #34: Uncovering New Worlds with Prof. Tansu Daylan, PhD 44:44

1M ago44:44

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Today, we sat down with Professor Tansu Daylan, astrophysicist, Assistant Professor of Physics, and faculty fellow at the McDonnell Center for the Space Sciences here at WashU. Dr. Daylan works with data from NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite on the discovery and characterization of exoplanets. He is also interested in researching the pa…

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Episode 23: Pharmacognosy - Drugs from Natural Sources 2015a 27:38

1M ago27:38

27:38

This episode covers one half of the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, which was awarded to Tu Youyou. The Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute chose to give Tu the award “for her discoveries concerning a novel therapy against malaria”. Topics include Tu’s discovery of the anti-malarial drug artemisinin from an ancient Chinese text, …

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Syphilis Complications of Pregnancy and Congenital Syphilis 27:10

2M ago27:10

27:10

In this episode, Dr. Ahmed Zaki Moustafa and Dr. Irene Stafford discuss the rising cases of syphilis among pregnant individuals in the United States. They cover diagnostic challenges, treatment recommendations, and the management of both maternal and congenital syphilis. They also explore the need for future research directions and emphasize the im…

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Hepatitis B Virus in Pregnancy: Updated Guidelines 19:13

2M ago19:13

19:13

In this episode, Dr. Rupesh Patel and guest Dr. Malavika Prabhu discuss SMFM Consult #69: Hepatitis B in Pregnancy: Updated Guidelines. They cover key updates, including the triple panel testing approach and the use of antiviral treatments like tenofovier to prevent perinatal transmission. Additionally, they discuss how providers can best incorpora…

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Episode #33: Discovering Hepatitis C Virus with Dr. Charles Rice, PhD 51:34

2M ago51:34

51:34

Today we sat down with Dr. Charles Rice, the Maurice R. and Corinne P. Greenberg Professor in Virology at Rockefeller University. Dr. Rice is an expert in RNA viruses, viruses that use RNA as opposed to DNA in their genome, and studies the body’s innate immune response to infection. However, he is most known for his work on Hepatitis C Virus, which…

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CVR Meets NIR DRAYMAN: International Mobility, Balancing Life & Career, and Choosing Lab Flooring 25:05

2M ago25:05

25:05

Listen to Dr Nir Drayman chat to Dr Mila Collados Rodriguez about his journey moving from Isreal to Chicago, to building his very own lab in California. Nir embraced the unexpected twists of life and found his passion for virology while working in systems biology labs. He speaks about the challenges of navigating career opportunities, spousal hirin…

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Episode #32: Autophagy and ATD with Dean David H. Perlmutter, MD 44:03

3M ago44:03

44:03

Today, we sat down with Dr. David H. Perlmutter, the George and Carol Bauer Dean of Washington University School of Medicine, executive vice chancellor for medical affairs, and the Spencer T. and Ann W. Olin Distinguished Professor. Dean Perlmutter leads one of the largest medical schools in the country, currently ranked #2 in NIH funding among US …

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Measles and Pregnancy: What Maternal-Fetal Medicine Subspecialists Need to Know 37:38

3M ago37:38

37:38

In this episode of the SMFM podcast series, Dr. Rachel Harrison and guest Dr. Neil Silverman discuss the latest SMFM guidelines on managing measles in pregnancy. They address the rise in measles cases in the U.S., the importance of vaccinations, and the specific risks and complications for pregnant individuals and provide critical insights on trans…

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CVR Meets NEREA IRIGOYEN: Ribosomal profiling, transitioning to independence and supporting Spanish researchers 31:31

3M ago31:31

31:31

Spanish virologist Nerea Irigoyen provides an inside look at her career with PhD students from the Castello Lab, Natasha Palmalux and Rozeena Arif. Nerea details her pioneering work using ribosomal profiling to uncover the complexities of viral gene expression, as well as her experiences transitioning to an independent group leader role. Irigoyen a…

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SMFM President Cynthia Gyamfi-Bannerman 13:35

3M ago13:35

13:35

In this episode of the SFM Podcast Series, Dr. Stephanie Ros welcomes Dr. Cynthia Gyamfi-Bannerman, the new SMFM President, to discuss her path to maternal-fetal medicine, her research on preterm birth, and her goals for the society, including increasing member engagement and focusing on preterm birth solutions. Dr. Gyamfi-Bannerman shares inspirin…

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Episode #31: How to Fix a Broken Heart with Dr. James Cox, MD 51:48

3M ago51:48

51:48

In this episode, we’re talking to the “father of cardiac arrhythmia surgery”, Dr. James Cox. The former Division Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery here at WashU Med, Dr. Cox developed surgical procedures for multiple cardiac arrhythmias, including the Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, atrioventricular nodal reentry tachycardia, automatic atrial tachyca…

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Revisiting gonorrhoea: Update on the 4CMenB vaccine for gonorrhoea prevention 13:10

3M ago13:10

13:10

You will recall a previous podcast about preventing Neisseria gonorrhoea through an effective vaccine. Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a ubiquitous sexually transmitted bacteria that can cause both localised and systemic disease if left untreated. It may be transmitted to neonates. We also reported on a rise of the gonorrhoea incidence, as well as increas…

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Episode #30: Crystallizing GPCRs with Dr. Brian Kobilka, MD 45:44

3M ago45:44

45:44

Today, I sat down with Dr. Brian Kobilka, Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology at Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Kobilka is an expert on a class of receptors called G protein-coupled receports, or GPCRs, that are essential in a majority of biological processes including light, flavor, and odor perception and…

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CVR Meets ANGELA RASMUSSEN: Toxic bosses, dealing with conflict and underrepresentation in science 56:04

3M ago56:04

56:04

Dr Angela Rasmussen travelled from the University of Saskatchewan to the CVR in September 2023, and sat down with Spyros Lytras and Kieran Lamb. Angela gives insight into dealing with toxic bosses, sustained research investments, empowering underrepresented groups of people, dealing with conflict and connecting with colleagues across disciplines th…

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Inside the Pregnancy Meeting: President's Workshop 26:36

3M ago26:36

26:36

Dr. Rachael Overcash interviews Dr. Ebony Carter and Dr. Emily Miller about the 2024 President’s Workshop. This workshop, led by Dr. Tony Sciscione, focused on Maternal Mental Health. You can find the resources mentioned in the podcast linked below. Postpartum support international State Perinatal Psychiatry Access Programs ACOG Clinical Practice G…

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CVR Meets Prof WENDY BARCLAY: Gender equality, open science & collaboration | Stoker Award Winner 31:40

4M ago31:40

31:40

Prof Wendy Barclay OBE, winner of the 11th Annual Sir Michael Stoker Award, sat down with Stephen Devlin and Anna Sims on her visit the the CVR. Wendy gives insight into building a career in virology, navigating the challenges of science communication in the digital age, the importance of widening your network and asking for help.🔗 Links More about…

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Sickle Cell Disease in Pregnancy (Consult #68) 30:04

4M ago30:04

30:04

In this episode, Dr. Janine Rhoads interviews Dr. Mara Greenberg, an author of SMFM Consult Series #68 Sickle Cell Disease in Pregnancy. They delve into the challenges and opportunities for managing pregnant individuals with sickle cell disease. From pre-conception counseling to the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach, the discussion sh…

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Exploring HPV: What does it do and how can we protect ourselves from it? 10:31

4M ago10:31

10:31

For #HPVAwarenessDay, Anna Kirk, a PhD Researcher in the Graham Lab, takes a deep dive into Human Papillomavirus in our recent Research Goes Viral podcast. Anna explains the viral life cycle of HPV, how disruption of this cycle can lead to cancer, and how we can protect ourselves. #OneLessWorry

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Beyond penicillin: are new antibiotics for syphilis on the horizon? 13:34

4M ago13:34

13:34

Today we will focus on the alternative treatments of early Syphilis. Worldwide many of us have experienced a shortage of gold standard treatment benzathine benzylpenicillin injections for syphilis. It is time we look for alternative antibiotic treatments and prevention strategies for syphilis. In conversation with Prof Jeffery Klausner, Professor o…

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Episode #29: Merging Neutron Stars with Prof. Mark Alford, PhD 54:42

4M ago54:42

54:42

Today, we sat down with Professor Mark Alford, theoretical physicist and former chair of the Department of Physics at Washington University. Prof. Alford researches the physics of ultra-high density matter, such as in the core of a neutron star to get insights on how particles behave in situations that we do not encounter on Earth. He has also done…

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Episode 22: mRNA Vaccines 2023 33:58

5M ago33:58

33:58

This episode covers the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, which was awarded to Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman. The Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute chose to give Karikó and Weissman the award “for their discoveries concerning nucleoside base modifications that enabled the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19…

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CVR Meets ANICE LOWEN: Glasgow Taxi Drivers, Flu Coinfection & Imposter Syndrome 1:04:04

5M ago1:04:04

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Associate Professor Anice Lowen travelled all the way from Atlanta's Emory University to deliver the Richard M. Elliott Memorial Lecture at the recent Glasgow Virology Workshop. Anice completed her PhD at the CVR (then MRC Virology Unit) with Richard Elliott. We invited Anice along to chat with a couple of our PhD students, Stephen Devlin and Anna …

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Inside the Pregnancy Meeting: The Fellows' Perspective 22:34

5M ago22:34

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Dr. Rachael Overcash discusses the Pregnancy Meeting from a fellow’s perspective with Dr. Sami Backley, Dr. Helen Gomez Slagle, and Dr. Gina Milone. Tune in to learn how these fellows plan to optimize their Pregnancy Meeting experience. Learn more and register today at smfm.org/2024 Register here: https://bit.ly/SMFM24_Reg Reserve your hotel here: …

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Coding Resources for the MFM Fellow 7:29

5M ago7:29

7:29

Dr. Keely Robinson and Dr. Madhurima Keerthy speak on the importance of understanding coding for MFM professionals. They review coding resources that are out there for MFM Fellows and where to access them. Plus, share their personal take aways on the “Coding Fundamentals for MFM” course found on the SMFM website. The full transcript can be found at…

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Episode #28: Advancing Neuro-Immunology with Dr. Jonathan Kipnis, PhD 50:50

5M ago50:50

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Dr. Jonathan Kipnis is the Alan A. and Edith L. Wolff Distinguished Professor of Pathology and Immunology and Director of the Brain Immunology and Glia Center (BIG) at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kipnis is well known for his discoveries on the interactions between the brain and the immune system, including meningeal lymphatics, pr…

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Inside the Pregnancy Meeting: All About Posters with Dr. Wylie 17:58

6M ago17:58

17:58

Dr. Rachael Overcash and Dr. Blair Wylie discuss everything you need to know about the posters and abstracts that will be presented at the Pregnancy Meeting. Learn more and register today at smfm.org/2024 Register here: https://bit.ly/SMFM24_Reg Reserve your hotel here: https://bit.ly/GaylordSMFM24

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Episode #27: A Conversation About Conservation with Dr. Sharon Deem, DVM, PhD 40:17

6M ago40:17

40:17

Today were talking to Dr. Sharon Deem, Director of the Saint Louis Zoo Institute for Conservation Medicine. Prior to this, Dr. Deem worked for the Wildlife Conservation Society and Smithsonian National Zoo. A veterinarian and epidemiologist by trade, she is also the current president of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians. Dr. Deem has co…

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Inside the Pregnancy Meeting: Postgraduate Courses and Scientific Forum Highlights with Drs. Bryant and Williams 24:54

6M ago24:54

24:54

Dr. Rachael Overcash, Dr. Marvin Williams, and Dr. Allison Bryant discuss the Post Graduate Courses and Scientific Forums that will be offered at the 2024 Pregnancy Meeting. Tune in to learn all about these learning opportunities taking place next month! Learn more and register today at smfm.org/2024 Register here: https://bit.ly/SMFM24_Reg Reserve…

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Episode #26: The Evolution of Lizards with Prof. Jonathan Losos, PhD 47:58

6M ago47:58

47:58

Today we're talking to Prof. Jonathan Losos, William H. Danforth Distinguished Professor of Biology here at Washington University. Professor Losos is an internationally renowned scholar in the field of evolutionary biology. He also serves as the Director of the Living Earth Collaborative, an academic partnership between WashU, the Missouri Botanica…

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Transabdominal Cerclage 24:39

6M ago24:39

24:39

Join in as Dr. Audrey Merriam interviews Dr. Emad Mikhail, Chief of Gynecology at Tampa General Hospital, to discuss SMFM Consult Series #65 Transabdominal Cerclage (see link below). Together they discuss the safety, effectiveness, and role in managing cervical insufficiency in high-risk pregnancies. Listen for key takeaways, and understand the sig…

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Inside the Pregnancy Meeting: What to Expect at SMFM 2024 with Dr. Pressman 14:51

7M ago14:51

14:51

Dr. Rachael Overcash and Dr. Eva Pressman discuss this year’s Pregnancy Meeting schedule and programs. They highlight changes from previous years and special events happening in 2024! Learn more and register today at smfm.org/2024 Register here: https://bit.ly/SMFM24_Reg Reserve your hotel here: https://bit.ly/GaylordSMFM24…

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Episode #25: Mapping the Brain with Dr. Deanna Barch, PhD 55:17

7M ago55:17

55:17

Dr. Deanna Barch is a psychologist and Vice Dean of Research for the College of Arts and Sciences at Washington University. She is the George B. Couch Professor of Psychiatry and former Chair of the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences as well as Professor of Radiology. Dr. Barch is known for her work using neuroimaging to characterize co…

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Inside the Pregnancy Meeting: All About The National Harbor 19:21

7M ago19:21

19:21

Dr. Rachael Overcash interviews Janine Rice about all things National Harbor. Listen in to learn about all that the location of this year’s Pregnancy Meeting has to offer! Learn more and register today at smfm.org/2024 Register here: https://bit.ly/SMFM24_Reg Reserve your hotel here: https://bit.ly/GaylordSMFM24…

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Episode #24: Miraculous Meteorites with Br. Robert Macke, SJ, PhD 37:09

7M ago37:09

37:09

Br. Robert Macke is a Jesuit Astronomer at the Vatican Observatory and Curator of the Vatican Meteorite Collection. Br. Bob is the world expert on measuring physical properties of meteorites, including density, porosity, magnetic susceptibility, and thermal properties. He has been at the forefront of developing new methods, and improving old ones, …

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Race in Epidemiologic Research 27:08

7M ago27:08

27:08

Dr. Albright interviews Dr. Slaughter-Acey and Dr. Janevich about the appropriate use of race in epidemiologic research. The full transcript and additional resources mentioned during that episode can be found at this link under handouts.

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WORLD AIDS DAY Pt 2: Growing Older with HIV 10:20

7M ago10:20

10:20

In our final episode in honour of the World AIDS Day we have a conversation with Assistant Prof. Rajasuriar, who coordinates the translational research program in HIV immunology and Ageing at the Centre of Excellence for Research in AIDS (CERiA) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Today, thanks to effective HIV antiretroviral therapy, people living with HIV…

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WORLD AIDS DAY Pt 1: Managing HIV in Young People 12:51

8M ago12:51

12:51

Today we are honouring the World AIDS Day on 1st December in 2023, by focusing on young people who live with HIV. Adolescents and young people represent a significant share of people living with HIV worldwide. In 2022 alone, 255,000-760,000 young people between the ages of 10 to 24 were newly infected with HIV, of whom 35,000-250,000 were adolescen…

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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Pregnancy 22:59

8M ago22:59

22:59

Dr. Amy Valent engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Sarah Osmundson, author of SMFM Consult #64. They delve into the complexities of systemic lupus erythematosus and pregnancy. Dr. Osmundson provides expert insight, addressing maternal and fetal complications, medication management, and crucial considerations for expectant mothers with lu…

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Episode #23: Peering into the World of Single Molecules with Prof. W.E. Moerner, PhD 51:35

8M ago51:35

51:35

Prof. W.E. Moerner is the Harry S. Mosher Professor of Chemistry, Professor, by courtesy, of Applied Physics at Stanford University, and WashU alum! Professor Moerner is a physical chemist, a scientist that studies chemical processes using physics. In 1989, he and his postdoc developed a method that accomplished the first ever optical detection and…

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Episode 21: Hepatitis C Virus 2020 28:35

8M ago28:35

28:35

This episode covers the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, which was awarded to Harvey J. Alter, Michael Houghton, and Charles M. Rice. The Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute chose to give Alter, Houghton, and Rice the award “for the discovery of Hepatitis C virus”. Topics include the recognition that another hepatitis virus existe…

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Navigating a Career in MFM 32:21

8M ago32:21

32:21

In a conversation with Dr. Omar Young, Dr. Mary Norton and Dr. Ryan Schlueter share their journeys as Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists, detailing their initial job searches, career transitions, and ongoing pursuit of opportunities. Gain insights into their experiences navigating both academic and private practice paths. Join them as they e…

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Episode #22: Using Lasers to Treat Glioblastoma with Dr. Albert H. Kim, MD, PhD 57:07

9M ago57:07

57:07

Dr. Albert H. Kim is the August A. Busch Jr. Professor of Neurological Surgery, Senior Vice-Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery, and Professor of Genetics, Neurology, and Developmental Biology at Washington University School of Medicine. He is also the inaugural Director of the Washington University Brain Tumor Center and Surgical Director of t…

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Community-based Participatory Research 22:02

9M ago22:02

22:02

Dr. Amy Valent engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Amanda Bruegl of the Oneida and Stockbridge-Munsee Nations. Dr. Bruegl is an Associate Professor specializing in Gynecologic Oncology, Vice Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and deeply involved in community outreach. In this episode, they discuss the methods and strategies for ef…

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Episode #21: From Cairo to COVID-19 with Dr. Ali Ellebedy, PhD 40:12

9M ago40:12

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Dr. Ali Ellebedy is the Associate Professor of Pathology and Immunology, of Medicine, and of Molecular Biology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Ellebedy’s research surrounds B cell immune responses and he has made outstanding contributions to studying the COVID-19 virus. His work on the influenza virus informed initial vaccine devel…

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Episode #20: Zika, Dengue, and West Nile Virus with Dr. Michael S. Diamond, MD, PhD 55:01

9M ago55:01

55:01

Dr. Michael Diamond is an infectious diseases specialist and the Herbert S. Gasser Professor of Medicine at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Diamond is widely recognized for his research on RNA viruses, particularly West Nile virus and Zika virus, contributing much to their molecular basis and immunity. His work as Associate Director o…

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