Best Cactus Communications Cactus Podcasts (2024)

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The Knipp Legacy: Celebrating Five Generations of UMB Graduates 43:54

18d ago43:54

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of “The UMB Pulse” podcast, we welcome Harry Knipp, MD '76, FACR, a distinguished alumnus of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB). A 1976 graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Knipp represents the fourth in a line of five consecutive generations of UMB graduates, starting with his …

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Combining AI and Knowledge Management in Academia: Challenges, Opportunities, and Future Potential 36:43

25d ago36:43

36:43

In this insightful episode of Insights Exchange, host Nikesh engages in a fascinating conversation with Mitja Alexander, a leader in academic publishing. He emphasizes the crucial role of AI in revolutionizing the accessibility and impact of research, accelerating the dissemination of new discoveries globally. He highlights how open access is revol…

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The Changing Face of Academic Publishing: Transformational Agreements, Interdisciplinary Research, and Evolving Technologies 50:10

2M ago50:10

50:10

In this episode of Insights XChange Dr. Guido F. Herrmann, Managing Director at Wiley, joins Nikesh to discuss the evolving landscape of academic research, AI, and scientific publishing. Dr. Herrmann shares insights on maintaining research integrity amidst challenges like fraud and predatory journals. The conversation explores how AI is revolutioni…

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Scholarly Communication in Mental Health Research: The Editor’s Perspective 52:18

2M ago52:18

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In this episode, Joan Marsh, Editor-in-Chief of The Lancet Psychiatry, joins Nikesh Gosalia for a thought-provoking discussion about issues in academic publishing and mental health research, highlighting the fight against predatory journals and plagiarism. Joan shares insights on using AI to enhance peer review processes and ensure reviewer diversi…

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Graduation 2024: Keynote Remarks and Celebrations from UMB 49:44

2M ago49:44

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Send us a Text Message. This graduation wrap-up special edition of "The UMB Pulse Podcast" features inspiring commencement speeches from the University of Maryland, Baltimore's recent graduation ceremonies. Notable speakers include U.S. District Judge Brendan Hurson, JD '05 (4:03), United Therapeutics CEO Martine Rothblatt, PhD, JD, MBA (22:12), an…

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Mental Health Awareness in Scholarly Publishing: Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion 39:28

3M ago39:28

39:28

In this episode of Insights XChange, Nikesh engages in an insightful conversation with Randy Townsend, President of the Society for Scholarly Publishing (SSP). Randy dives into the crucial topic of mental health in academia, sharing his experiences and insights. He shares his strategies for promoting mental health awareness, the importance of break…

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From Pharmacy School to Shark Tank: The Birth of Pricklee Cactus Water 32:05

4M ago32:05

32:05

Send us a Text Message. This episode of the UMB Pulse podcast features an inspiring interview with Kun Yang, PharmD '15, a University of Maryland School of Pharmacy alumnus who co-founded Pricklee, a company that produces cactus water. Kun's journey took him from growing up in Canada to attending pharmacy school in Maryland, where the idea for Pric…

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Innovating Medicine: The Journey Toward Artificial Blood 41:07

5M ago41:07

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Send us a Text Message. This episode of “The UMB Pulse” podcast features Allan Doctor, MD, a professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine who was the University of Maryland, Baltimore’s (UMB) David J. Ramsay Entrepreneur of the Year in 2022. Doctor also is the co-founder and chief scientific officer at KaloCyte, a company focused on d…

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Bridging Gaps in Baltimore: The Embrace Initiative at UMB 36:31

6M ago36:31

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Send us a Text Message. Explore the transformative work happening at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) through the lens of EMBRACE — a civic engagement initiative led by executive director Kyla Liggett-Creel, PhD, LCSW-C, who is also a clinical associate professor at the University of Maryland Graduate School. Liggett-Creel shares her ins…

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Technology, Integrity, and Open Access: The Future of Academic Publishing 50:22

6M ago50:22

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In this episode of Insights Xchange, Dr. Harsh Jegadeesan, Chief Publishing Officer and Member of the Management Board at Springer Nature Group, discusses with Nikesh Gosalia the evolving landscape of the academic publishing industry, the various disruptions taking place within it, and the ocean of opportunities in digital publication. Dr. Jegadees…

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Engaging Diverse Audiences, Building Trust, and Embracing Uncertainty: How Can Scientific Research Be Best Made Accessible in Today's Dynamic Media Landscape? 54:23

7M ago54:23

54:23

Meagan Phelan, Communications Director, Science Family Journals, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) joins Nikesh Gosalia for an insightful discussion about the myriad challenges in science communication. They explore the balance between media coverage and scientific accuracy, the role of alternate formats in simplifying comp…

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How UMSOD Is Expanding Oral Health Access and Promoting Preventive Care 40:20

8M ago40:20

40:20

Send us a Text Message. We are excited to welcome two distinguished guests from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry (UMSOD): Vineet Dhar, BDS, MDS, PhD, clinical professor, assistant dean of postgraduate and professional studies in dentistry, and chair of the Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, and Robert Windsor, DDS, FI…

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Shaping the Future: Technology, Diversity, and Open Access in Scholarly Publishing with Heather Staines 1:14:28

9M ago1:14:28

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In this episode, Nikesh Gosalia engages in conversation with Heather Staines, Director of Community Engagement and Senior Consultant at Delta Think and a veteran in scholarly communications and academic publishing. They discuss the evolving role of technology in academics, the importance of diversity in academic content, and the challenges and oppo…

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Exploring Maryland's New Generation of Farmers with ALEI 44:48

9M ago44:48

44:48

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of “The UMB Pulse” podcast, we are joined by Megan Todd, JD, managing director for the Agriculture Law Education Initiative (ALEI) at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, and Nia Nyamweya, founder and farm manager of Beauty Blooms Farm in Montgomery County. They discuss the new generat…

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Higher Education: Remote Learning, AI, Research, and THE University Rankings with Phil Baty 1:01:41

9M ago1:01:41

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In this episode, Nikesh Gosalia interviews Times Higher Education's (THE) Chief Knowledge Officer Phil Baty to talk about the importance of transparency in ranking systems, key trends in university rankings, and the consultancy services offered by THE to help universities improve their reputation. They also discuss the long-term impact of the COVID…

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Breaking Barriers for a Healthier City: Spotlight on the West Baltimore RICH Collaborative 31:21

10M ago31:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we delve into the transformative work of the West Baltimore RICH Collaborative, a partnership of 15 community organizations dedicated to tackling hypertension, social determinants of health, and social isolation in four West Baltimore ZIP codes that show evidence of race-based disparities. Join us as alumna …

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Open Access: Myths, APCs, and Barriers to Adoption with Robyn Mugridge 56:57

10M ago56:57

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For journals, the shift to open access can feel like venturing into the great unknown, but is there a way to make this process easier? In this episode, Nikesh Gosalia speaks with Robyn Mugridge about the adoption of open access practices. Robyn debunks some common myths surrounding open access, talks about how paywalls could hold back scientific pr…

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Automation, Algorithms, and Research Integrity: What does a Hybrid Human-Machine Future Look Like for Academic Publishing? 1:10:15

10M ago1:10:15

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This episode features Nikesh Gosalia in captivating conversation with Dr. Leslie McIntosh, Vice President of Research Integrity at Digital Science and Founder of Ripeta, a software and services company with a mission to enhance the transparency, reproducibility, and quality of scientific research. Together, they delve into the dynamic intersection …

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Fighting Fentanyl: Melanie Yates and the Josh Siems Act 32:56

11M ago32:56

32:56

Send us a Text Message. We delve deep into the heart of the opioid crisis, focusing on the devastating impact of fentanyl. Our special guest, Melanie Yates, LMSW, a May 2023 graduate from the University of Maryland School of Social Work, shares her personal journey of loss and her relentless pursuit to make a difference. Melanie's efforts led to th…

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Open Access, Inclusivity, and Pre-Prints: What's the Future of Academic Publishing? 58:37

11M ago58:37

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In this episode of Insights Xchange, Nikesh Gosalia hosts a compelling conversation with Ashley Farley, of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Together Nikesh and Ashley explore the transformative landscape of academic research, delving into open research, the shift towards open access, sustainable publishing models, and the evolving role of AI …

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Olympic Rugby Star & Maryland Carey Law Graduate: Carmen Farmer's Mission to Conserve Colorado Lands 33:26

12M ago33:26

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the journey of Carmen Farmer, a standout University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law alumna and Team USA Rugby Olympian, who now champions land and water conservation in Colorado. In this episode of "The Pulse," recorded during the Podcast Movement Conference in Denver, Colorado, our co-hosts dive deep i…

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How Breastfeeding Support for New Moms in Baltimore is Making For a Healthier Community 43:14

1y ago43:14

43:14

Send us a Text Message. Celebrate National Breastfeeding Month with an eye-opening conversation featuring B'More For Healthy Babies Director Stacey B. Stephens and lactation counselor Shasha Satchell! Discover how this collaborative program is revolutionizing the lives of new mothers, babies, and even fathers in Baltimore, transforming communities …

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How UMB Helps Student Entrepreneurs and the Baltimore Tech Scene 43:06

1y ago43:06

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Send us a Text Message. The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) has several programs and opportunities to help student entrepreneurs go from idea to invention. The Graduate Research Innovation District (The Grid) is a one-stop-shop for anything related to entrepreneurial and innovation education and is located in the Health Sciences and Human S…

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Inspiring Words from UMB Commencement 38:21

1y ago38:21

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Send us a Text Message. Commencement is a time for celebration and inspiration for new graduates ready to change the world. In this episode, co-hosts Dana Rampolla and Charles Schelle share their personal favorite speeches from this year's University of Maryland, Baltimore graduation ceremonies. First is Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), who spoke …

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Scientific Misconduct, Paper Mills, and Social Media with Elisabeth Bik 22:51

1+ y ago22:51

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Nikesh Gosalia and Elisabeth Bik continue their conversation on scientific misconduct, starting with the role played by research institutions in combating research misconduct. Elisabeth talks about the organized crime of research fraud: paper mills, which are companies that produce fake research papers and sell their authorship position to research…

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Fake Photos, AI Tools, and Research Fraud with Elisabeth Bik 25:01

1+ y ago25:01

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Research fraud is increasingly common these days. Will AI tools just make this worse or can they help combat fraud? Nikesh Gosalia talks to Elisabeth Bik about research fraud, starting with the plagiarism incident that inspired Elisabeth to become a full-time research integrity volunteer. She talks about the main factor pushing researchers to commi…

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ChatGPT: The New AI Rubber Duck with 67 Bricks 22:25

1+ y ago22:25

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Nikesh Gosalia continues talking to Simon Epstein and Will Bailey from 67 Bricks. They delve deeper into the use of ChatGPT in research. Will thinks ChatGPT could increase global inclusivity in research despite its lack of insightfulness, and Simon suggests open access as a solution to the problems posed by ChatGPT. They also talk about using ChatG…

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How UMB is Studying Artificial Intelligence's Potential in Health Care 55:26

1+ y ago55:26

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Send us a Text Message. A new wave of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is proving to be a disruptor across industries. How can artificial intelligence and tools like Chat GPT improve health care? What are the pitfalls? The University of Maryland Medical Intelligent Imaging (UM2ii) Center is an academic research hub for revolutionizing medica…

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67 Bricks on Large Language Models (LLMs) in Academic Publishing 30:12

1+ y ago30:12

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Big changes are afoot in the publishing world, with the creation of AI tools like ChatGPT. Nikesh Gosalia talks to Will Bailey and Simon Epstein from 67 Bricks about these developments and their impact on research. They start by sharing the origin story of 67 Bricks: the name was inspired by the number of post-its on a whiteboard during a meeting! …

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Navigating a Medical Cannabis Career Amid Recreational Legalization 49:46

1+ y ago49:46

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Send us a Text Message. As recreational marijuana is readied to be legalized in Maryland come July, there will still be a demand for medical cannabis. Catrena Almonte, MS ’21, is a graduate from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy’s MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics program housed at the Universities at Shady Grove, and she …

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Barriers to Open Access Adoption with Robyn Mugridge 26:43

1+ y ago26:43

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In the second part of this episode, Nikesh Gosalia and Robyn Mugridge kick off their discussion by addressing the two main barriers that prevent societies from adopting open access — financial risk and differing mindsets. Robyn breaks down the concept of transformative agreements; these are contracts intended to ease the transition toward open acce…

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Robyn Mugridge on Open Access: Myths, APCs, and Revenue Generation 32:03

1+ y ago32:03

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For journals, the shift to open access can feel like venturing into the great unknown, but is there a way to make this process easier? In this episode, Nikesh Gosalia talks to Robyn Mugridge about the adoption of open access practices. They start by discussing Robyn’s journey from an English lecturer to an open access proponent at Frontiers. Robyn …

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Adolescents: Why Sleep is Important 40:10

1+ y ago40:10

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Send us a Text Message. March 17 is World Sleep Day, and it might be a challenge for teens and pre-teens to get all the shuteye they need this month. Between the start of Daylight Saving Time and the arrival of spring and all of the activities that come with the warmer months, there are plenty of events that can disrupt a good night's rest. This mo…

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How Can Black Fathers-in-Law and Sons-in-Law Create Healthy Relationships 41:13

1+ y ago41:13

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Send us a Text Message. Happy Valentine's Day! In this bonus episode, we continue our discussion about in-law relationships to focus on how Black fathers-in-law and sons-in-law can create healthy bonds. Ericka Lewis, PhD, MSW,assistant professor at the University of Maryland School of Social Work (UMSSW), and Brianna Lemmons, PhD, MSW, assistant pr…

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Just Engaged: Meeting Your In-Laws for the First Time 58:29

1+ y ago58:29

58:29

Send us a Text Message. Whether you recently got engaged or might get a proposal on Valentine's Day or in the upcoming months, it may mean meeting your in-laws for the first time or building your relationship with them more fully. University of Maryland School of Social Work professors Geoff Greif, PhD, MSW, and Michael Woolley, PhD, MSW, provide t…

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Mark Hahnel on the Future of Open Science, Publishing, and Figshare 17:31

1+ y ago17:31

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In the final part of their conversation, Nikesh Gosalia and Mark Hahnel talk about open science, but this time with an emphasis on the future. They discuss carrot-and-stick incentives that can encourage researchers to participate in open science. Mark shares his views on future developments in academic publishing, specifically on how machine interp…

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The Importance of Open Access and Technology with Mark Hahnel 20:24

1+ y ago20:24

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Nikesh Gosalia and Mark Hahnel continue their discussion on making scientific data public, talking about the idea of publishing negative data and the unequal explosion of gold vs. green open access. Mark makes a strong case for keeping all data openly available in time-sensitive research fields such as COVID-19. He also discusses how open access co…

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The Story Behind Figshare with Mark Hahnel 17:59

1+ y ago17:59

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Join host Nikesh Gosalia as he chats with Mark Hahnel from Figshare about the creation of the Figshare platform. Mark talks about his background in genomics and how a gap year spent travelling eventually led him to do a PhD in stem cell biology. As a PhD student, he experienced struggles while trying to publish his research findings, and this inspi…

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How UMB Alumna Kathryn Pawlak's Summer Camp Inspires Future Dentists 35:00

1+ y ago35:00

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Send us a Text Message. Each summer, University of Maryland School of Dentistry alumna Kathryn Pawlak, DDS '19, returns to the University of Maryland, Baltimore to inspire teenagers to become dentists through her Discovering Dentistry Camp she created through her non-profit Planet Smilez. Pawlak created Planet Smilez as an undergraduate at Hobart a…

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Dr. Kotloff's Global Health Mission: Defeating Diarrheal Illness 46:30

1+ y ago46:30

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Send us a Text Message. Dr. Karen Kotloff finds herself in remote areas of sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia to help children survive diarrheal illnesses that we take for granted in the United States thanks to our health care system. Kotloff discusses what her work in global health looks like, in part thanks to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, …

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This Isn't 'CSI': Not All Forensic Evidence is Bulletproof 50:25

2y ago50:25

50:25

Send us a Text Message. Shows like "CSI" have made forensic evidence flashy, brought to TVs with cases wrapped in under an hour. Some types of forensic evidence, like pattern matching, aren't as reliable as what a TV show might make it appear to be, and it's a challenge to address the reliability of certain pattern matching evidence in courtrooms, …

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The New Lexington Market & Baltimore's Biggest Stoop 19:10

2y ago19:10

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Send us a Text Message. When will you be able to grab a bite to eat in the new Lexington Market? What surprises will you find as you walk through the brightly lit new building? From highly crafted merchant stalls to Baltimore's Biggest Stoop, Baltimore Public Markets Corp. President and CEO Paul Ruppert and Director of Marketing, Cherrie Woods, dis…

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Visiting the Catacombs and Edgar Allan Poe's Grave in Baltimore 20:30

2y ago20:30

20:30

Send us a Text Message. You might know that Edgar Allan Poe is buried in Baltimore, but do you know the story behind the burial ground of his final resting place? And did you know there are catacombs in Baltimore? It's a perfect historic Halloween haunt! The Westminster Hall and Burying Ground is under the care of the University of Maryland Francis…

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Preventing Financial Abuse in Intimate Relationships with Judy Postmus, PhD, ACSW 48:12

2y ago48:12

48:12

Send us a Text Message. What happens when you feel trapped or threatened in a relationship because of money? For National Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, we're talking about an often unseen form: financial and economic abuse. University of Maryland School of Social Work Dean Judy Postmus, PhD, ACSW, (4:12) will share what she's learned from survivo…

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Jigisha Patel on ‘Publish or Perish’, Research Integrity, and Peer Review 36:33

2y ago36:33

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This is a special episode for Peer Review Week 2022 featuring research integrity specialist, Jigisha Patel! Hosts Nikesh Gosalia and Jayashree Rajagopalan talk to Jigisha about her career journey from being a medical doctor to a journal editor. She shares her observations on common research integrity dilemmas in publishing, from plagiarism to autho…

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Remote Learning, AI Tech, and Research Frameworks with Phil Baty 29:46

2y ago29:46

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Is remote learning here to stay? In the second part of their conversation, Nikesh Gosalia and Phil Baty discuss changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and various other issues related to higher education. They start with the Research Excellence Framework, and Phil shares his thoughts on the importance of such frameworks and the controversy of univers…

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Phil Baty on the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 32:34

2y ago32:34

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In today's episode, Nikesh Gosalia speaks to Times Higher Education (THE) Chief Knowledge Officer Phil Baty about university rankings. Phil talks about THE’s origins and his personal history within the company and delves into the THE World University Rankings and shares insider info on the inner workings of the rankings — he covers everything from …

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An Inside Look at COVID-19 With Coronavirus Researcher Dr. Matthew Frieman 54:25

2y ago54:25

54:25

Send us a Text Message. What is it like researching COVID-19 — the disease that has changed the world? And where do we go from here? University of Maryland School of Medicine Professor of Microbiology and Immunology Matthew Frieman, PhD, takes us on his journey in this supersized episode to researching coronaviruses (2:41), the future of therapeuti…

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'Field of Dreams' Discovery: The Legacy of Archie "Moonlight" Graham 31:00

2y ago31:00

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Send us a Text Message. In this bonus episode, we "Go the Distance" on the history and legacy of the real Archie "Moonlight" Graham, who many people know from the "Field of Dreams" movie portrayed by Burt Lancaster and Frank Whaley. Graham was a 1905 alumnus of the University of Maryland School of Medicine and made historic contributions in the fie…

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The Dr. Samuel D. Harris National Museum of Dentistry 34:37

2y ago34:37

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the stories of just some of the 40,000-plus artifacts inside the Dr. Samuel D. Harris National Museum of Dentistry, located on the campus of the University of Maryland, Baltimore. The museum has reopened to the public with two new exhibits (13:38), and of course, fan favorites including George Washington's dentures …

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