On this episode of the Interactome, special guest Rasa Valiauga joins Natalie and Sarah to discuss the link that our diet has with our brains. Topics include what foods are considered highly glycemic and what that can mean for our bodies, how diabetes links to our diet, and discussing how to trim the fat from sensationalized diet advice and find th…

You’ve probably heard of the microbiome, but there’s much more to it than just gut health. Tune in to hear from Bridget O’Connor, career microbiologist, for a discussion on the microbiome, how microbiologists study organisms they can’t see, and more! Links: Our Website: https://interactomemedia.wixsite.com/website Twitter: https://twitter.com/thein…

This week, the Interactome team is joined by Dr. Alex Champagne, Associate Professor of Biology at University of Southern Indiana! The team talks all things bird physiology — the age old question of flight evolution, interesting anatomical structures, and Dr. Champagne’s current work (which just got published, by the way)! After listening to the ep…

You've probably heard of AI powered neural networks, but are you familiar with biological neural networks? Join Sam, Natalie, and returning guest Youngmin as they compare, contrast, and generally discuss both types of networks. Can a single neuron "think"? And how do neural networks "learn"? We cover these questions and more on this episode of the …

We all know that protein is something in our food, but what else do proteins do? For our final episode of our 3-part series on the Central Dogma, we discuss (one of) the final products of DNA and RNA: proteins! We cover everything from where proteins come from to some of their roles as molecular machines. Along the way, we touch on topics such as h…

Welcome to our part 2 of the central dogma of biology series! In this episode, Maia, Joe and Natalie talk all things RNA. Tune in to learn about the molecular structure differences between RNA and DNA, mRNA vaccines, and to hear some polarizing biological theories! Links: Our Website: https://interactomemedia.wixsite.com/website Twitter: https://tw…

What’s spookier than identity theft, scams and fraud? In the digital age, cybersecurity is more important than ever. Yet, there are many misconceptions about the field and what it entails. October is cybersecurity month, and to celebrate Sam, Joe and Natalie spoke with SecOp analyst Virginia Gresham. The crew talked about about her role, the import…

Content Warning: this episode discusses dead bodies, violent crime, and international conflict On this show, we talk a lot about modeling the scientific mindset, but scientists aren’t the only professionals asking tough questions. This week, we’re joined by a retired FBI agent who tells us all about how to ask the right questions and solve problems…

In this episode, Joe, Maia, and Natalie talk about genetics. They start with the basics, and then delve into how we get our DNA and how it can change over many many years. You're bound to learn something new with this episode of the interactome! Links: Our Website: https://interactomemedia.wixsite.com/website Twitter: https://twitter.com/theinterac…

When we think of science, we often think of data being collected in test tubes and laboratories, but lots of data actually exists in the context of mountains, roads, neighborhoods and countries. Join Joe, Sarah and Natalie and special guest Rylee Wrenner as they discuss Geographic Information Science (GIS), which allows researchers to understand th…

You might have heard the phrase "the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell" back in high school biology class, but what does that mean? Join Joe, Sam, and Maia as they explore everyone's favorite part of the cell. We had some fun with this, so join us as we explain what exactly the mitochondria is, how it works, and what happens if it breaks. …

This episode of the interactome is all about food science! Join Christina Allingham, A.K.A @biteofnewengland, as she talks about her experience in the food industry. Natalie, Sam, and Maia host as they ask Christina how she got into the industry, what food science is all about, and how her job has evolved over the course of covid. Links: Christina'…

It's time for more science stories! This time Sam has too many snails, Natalie is impacted by woodpeckers, and Joe discusses mentorship. Links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/theinteractome Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/interactome_media/ Mastodon: @interactome@universeodon.com Credits: Audio/Video Editing: Sam Pickell Artwork: Maia Reyes Intr…

On this episode of the Interactome, join Joe, Natalie, Sarah, and special guest Margaret as they discover what the heck mass spectrometry actually is. From generating ideas for experiments to protein identification and avenues for treatment in diseases like cancer, mass spec is truly a powerful tool. And with cutting-edge technologies to further it…

In our inaugural minisode, Sam, Natalie, and Pickle have a conversation with mathematician Youngmin Park to celebrate Pi day! Youngmin and the team cover everything from what Pi actually is, to being drowned because of math, to the math behind biological rhythms, and even 4th dimensional spaghetti! Links: Twitter: https://twitter.com/theinteractome…

On this edition of Interactome Science Stories, it's Lauren, Joe and Pickle's turns to talk about what in the world of science has impacted them! From islands in the sky, to the story of Emily Whitehead, to the importance of learning from your mistakes, we hope to inspire and entertain with these short stories. So gather 'round and settle in as we …

On this episode of the Interactome, we speak with astrophysicist Kenneth Lin about space, physics, astronomy, and more! How does one study space from a lab? And how does the James Webb telescope produce such beautiful pictures of space? Join Joe, Natalie, Sarah, and Kenneth as they talk all about astrophysics. Note: Kenneth informed us that a teasp…

Have you ever wondered about the yearly flu vaccine? What goes into it, how it changes year to year, how the vaccine has evolved alongside the flu itself? Join special guest Erin Deans, along with Natalie, Sam, and Maia as they discuss the flu and the flu vaccine. This episode is bound to teach you something new that you may not have already known …

Architect Ewan Ellis joins Joe, Maia and Sam to discuss how research labs are built. We cover everything from the planning process to the plumbing, and along the way talk about the challenges and triumphs of building all kinds of research facilities. If you work in a lab, or have only just driven past one, this is an episode that you won't want to …

This episode of the Interactome features Sam, Sarah, and Natalie as they each tell a science story that resonates with them. Each member brings their own unique spin on what a science story is to them, as they discuss topics ranging from famous photos to clarinets. Join us for some thought provoking and entertaining discussion as we tell our storie…

Welcome back to another episode of the Interactome. In this episode, Joe, Lauren, Maia, and Pickle discuss the process of applying to grad school. We focus on grad school as it applies to the sciences, from a Master's degree to an MD PhD. If you have ever thought "is grad school right for me?" or have been curious about what it's like to be a grad …

Marine scientist Jess Veo joins Sarah, Maia and Sam to discuss fishing, conservation, and the seafood industry in New England. We talk about sustainability in the seafood industry, how marine mammals interact with fisheries, and how scientists can work together with people who work on fishing boats to keep animals like whales and seals safe. Join u…

On this episode of The Interactome, meet Ronnie Abolafia-Rosenzweig, PhD, a scientist whose research helps predict fires! Join Natalie and Lauren as we talk about the western fire season, machine learning, Ronnie's predictions for the 2022 season, and more!By Interactome Media

This month, join Sam, Sarah, Natalie, and Joe as we share stories and tips on research and sources. From PubMed and preprints to anecdotes of validating sources and Dairy Law, this episode is one you don't want to miss! Got a research story to share or want to join the conversation? Visit us at interactomemedia.org and on our socials! We look forwa…

What exactly are stem cells, and why are they special? And why are there ethical controversies behind them? Join Maia, Lauren, and Sarah as they discuss the science, medical applications, and bioethics of stem cells. Editor’s note CRISPR-Cas9 genetic editing of hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) to cure the sickle cell anemia mutation is still in earl…

Join us and special guest Dr. Ramy Arnaout, MD, DPhil on a discussion of how he led his team to resolve a nationwide COVID swab shortage within three weeks through 3D printing and effective cooperation. Quite possibly the coolest episode we've ever done, it's a conversation with takeaways you don't want to miss! Dr. Arnaout's reflection in the Jour…

Welcome back to the Interactome, trivia-style! This month, our hosts take on a new challenge - with trivia questions outside their domain. Join us and play along. Can you beat us? Answer: Most likely. Which team will claim victory? Disclaimer: At one point in the episode, we mention working with hazardous materials. Everyone mentioned is a trained …

Welcome back to episode - or as we call them, node - 4 of the Interactome Podcast. This week, we’ll be discussing a lab technique you might have heard of by now: PCR. Join us as we talk about what PCR is, how it works, and the many different things PCR can be used for.By Interactome Media

This episode, we discuss where scientific names come from. We’ll be discussing some of the wackiest names in the scientific community along with their origin stories!By Interactome Media

Welcome back to part two of node two of the Interactome Podcast! This week, we’ll be discussing the many facets of cancer: This second part covers what it's like to study cancer in a lab as well as some personal anecdotes from our very own researchers! We had so much to say that we split it into two parts. Enjoy!…

Welcome back to episode - or as we call them, node - 2 of the Interactome Podcast! This week, we’ll be discussing the many facets of cancer: the causes as well as some personal anecdotes from our very own researchers! We had so much to say that we split it into two parts. Enjoy!By interactomemedia

Welcome to The Interactome! In this inaugural episode, Join Lauren, Joe, Sam, and Maia as they discuss Interactome Media's philosophy and cool science history, ethics, and more! Get to know the hosts and learn why "we are all Swiss cheese."By interactomemedia