Best The Medical Republic Podcasts (2024)

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Medical advice and patients with mental health conditions: Legal rights in Singapore 10:04

7h ago10:04

10:04

Communication and consent are key in doctor-patient relationships. Doctors need to know what’s expected of them, and patients have the right to receive adequate information about diagnosis and treatment, and seek damages if things go wrong. If that patient has mental health issues, how are their rights around informed consent and court challenges i…

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Who gets left behind in the race for renewables? 43:59

2h ago43:59

43:59

In this episode of the Transforming Society podcast, Richard Kemp speaks with Ed Atkins, author of A Just Energy Transition: Getting Decarbonisation Right in a Time of Crisis, about what is needed for an energy transition to be just. They discuss the need to ensure decarbonisation doesn’t come at the expense of already marginalised communities, the…

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A holistic model of health inequalities in the regions of the Czech Republic 10:26

23h ago10:26

10:26

What are the spatial factors influencing health inequalities within a socio-economically homogeneous country? Dana Hübelová, Alice Kozumplíková, and colleagues from Mendel University in Brno investigate health disparities across different regions of the Czech Republic. The team explore how economic conditions, social care access, and regional chara…

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Bomb Threats in India - Addressing the Methods, Motives and Response 8:08

6d ago8:08

8:08

An unprecedented rise in bomb threats over recent months has raised concerns regarding their origins, intent and timing. Threats have been issued against targets such as schools in the capital, New Delhi and Ahmedabad, and airports across the country, leading to mass evacuations and flight disruption. Senior Security Specialist Mikhil Rialch examin…

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Transformational change through public policy 34:56

6d ago34:56

34:56

In this episode, Oscar Berglund and Elizabeth A. Koebele, Co-Editors of the Policy & Politics journal, talk to Jess Miles about the latest special issue – ‘Transformational change through public policy’. They discuss what transformational change is, how public policy academia needs to adapt to bring it about and their hope to inspire a new generati…

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A Noteworthy Aid? The learning benefits of a social annotation tool 7:41

8d ago7:41

7:41

How can social annotation transform traditional reading into a collaborative learning experience? Damijana Keržič and Vida Zorko from the University of Ljubljana delve into this question through their research on Diigo, a social annotation tool. They investigate its impact on student motivation, comprehension, and the correlation between learning a…

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Travelling to the Republic of Congo: How to prepare and what to expect 6:21

14d ago6:21

6:21

A team from International SOS recently conducted a trip to the Republic of Congo to assess the security situation, vet accommodation options and confirm security providers' capabilities. Our Security Manager Michel Isidore visited the cities of Brazzaville, Pointe-Noire, Dolisie and Kayes and offers these insights and recommendations for business t…

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Philosophical-Policy & Legal Design 44:47

10d ago44:47

44:47

When decisions need to be made in politics, business or daily life, it's worth giving all due care to The Problem to be solved, and The Action to be taken. This is also the foundation of classical philosophy - but when was the last time politics seem philosophical to you? Professor John Martin Gillroy of Lehigh University speaks with us today about…

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Publishing to address society’s greatest social challenges 27:56

13d ago27:56

27:56

In this episode, Alison Shaw, Chief Executive of Bristol University Press, talks about 25 years of publishing with a purpose to mark the end of the Press’ anniversary celebration year. Alison speaks to Jess Miles about the past, present and future of the press and its mission to address global social challenges, support positive social change and t…

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Doing business in Niger after the coup 11:38

15d ago11:38

11:38

Since the July 2023 coup that deposed the government led by Mohamed Bazoum the operating environment in Niger has changed, requiring a different approach to security. The country has now reopened its borders with Nigeria after the removal of sanctions that had been imposed by the Economic Community of West African States. International SOS’ Lead Se…

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Flipons: DNA flips the way a cell works 12:30

16d ago12:30

12:30

What are the risks versus rewards when challenging norms and pushing new boundaries in the quest for scientific discovery? Dr Alan Herbert, President and Founder of InsideOutBio, gives an honest account of his journey in the discovery of left-handed DNA in his latest book, and how the way we view DNA and genetics has evolved from old to new thinkin…

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Developing AI for an anti-fascist future 53:05

20d ago53:05

53:05

In this episode, Richard Kemp speaks with Dan McQuillan, author of Resisting AI: An Anti-fascist Approach to Artificial Intelligence, about what artificial intelligence really is. They discuss how artificial intelligence damages society in ways that are not easily fixed and why it needs to be restructured from the ground up, as well as how these fu…

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Science, AI, and securing a sustainable future 19:27

22d ago19:27

19:27

Stefan Brunnhuber is a medical director, chief medical officer and professor in Germany, and takes an evolutionary, human-centric approach to economics and psychology and looks towards a sustainable future in a new way. In this exciting interview, we find out more about Brunnhuber’s concept of an artificial intelligence-driven ‘third culture’; scie…

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How can torture be tackled more effectively? 40:08

27d ago40:08

40:08

In this episode of the Transforming Society podcast, Jess Miles speaks with Malcolm Evans, former Chair of the UN Subcommittee on the Prevention of Torture and author of Tackling Torture: Prevention in Practice. They discuss the traps we fall into when talking about torture, including the disturbing normalisation of torture in television and film, …

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The Material Limit of Chemical Substance 13:48

29d ago13:48

13:48

While the sciences naturally evoke complex philosophical questions, the philosophy of science itself remains a relatively new discipline. José Antonio Chamizo, an esteemed researcher in organometallic chemistry, is now dedicated to the philosophy of chemistry. Today, we explore the evolution of chemistry from its early days in 18th-century Europe, …

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Can we use chemiluminescence to probe the immune system activity? 10:48

1M ago10:48

10:48

Oxygen is activated quantum-mechanically in the body to act against bacterial infections. Professor Robert C Allen shows that the antibacterial action of oxygen can be monitored by measuring the light emitted as the immune system responds to pathogen attacks. He has developed techniques based on the use of chemiluminigenicmolecules which provide un…

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Language resonance, recombination and imitation 43:11

1M ago43:11

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Language – be it spoken, written, or signed – is a fundamental part of how we interact with the world and each other. It’s also an important developmental milestone for children as they grow. Dr. Vittorio Tantucci from Lancaster University works on linguistic development, focussing on children from China and other cultures. His research examines th…

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Assessing risks for LGBTQ+ travellers 10:46

1M ago10:46

10:46

International SOS has been working to enhance our analysis and advice around travel risks for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Our new report can help them, and their managers, understand and assess challenges in complex environments. Our security and medical experts explain how it can be used to help improve experiences for members of the communit…

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Security challenges around Mexico's general election 9:48

2M ago9:48

9:48

People in Mexico are due to vote in a general election on 2 June. Among the many offices being elected, voters will elect a new president, with the ruling Morena party candidate Claudia Sheinbaum widely expected to win. International SOS’ Lead Security Analyst for Mexico, Raul Iglesias looks at the security environment ahead of the election, and of…

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How does oxygen kill bacteria in the body? 10:58

1M ago10:58

10:58

The key to understanding oxygen activation is the conversion of this molecule into a reactive singlet species within neutrophil cells in the blood. This process leads to light emission, which can be used to monitor in real time how the immune system functions. Based on over 40 years of research, Professor Robert C Allen proposes an exquisitely deta…

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Upholding academic integrity in Higher Education 9:15

1M ago9:15

9:15

Plagiarism, cheating, and falsification are just some examples of unethical academic conduct among students in Higher Education, and ones which show no sign getting better, despite the best efforts of Higher Education policymakers. However, no studies have so far statistically investigated the contexts in which students have engaged in unethical be…

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Impact of Bengaluru's water shortage 10:21

2M ago10:21

10:21

Bengaluru witnessed a water shortage in 2024, with businesses looking to understand how they could mitigate operational and duty-of-care risks. It is vital to understand the underlying causes, the shortage's geographical impact and how that has affected businesses, both from security and medical standpoints.…

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Fuzzy Logic, Natural Language and Common-sense Reasoning in ‘The Genesis Of Logic’ 12:31

2M ago12:31

12:31

After an illustrious career collaborating with universities and research centres, Enric Trillas remains set on working towards a new experimental science, managing the concepts and tools of computer science, and actually interacting with other disciplines on the way. Trillas sheds light on his recently translated The Genesis of Logic to explore the…

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New Caledonia unrest 10:32

2M ago10:32

10:32

France has declared a state of emergency in its Pacific territory of New Caledonia amid unrest relating to proposed electoral reforms. Security reinforcements have been sent to regain control of access routes to key ports of departure, including La Tontouta International Airport. International SOS’ security and medical experts offer advice to clien…

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Behavioural economics and financial incentives 29:30

2M ago29:30

29:30

For better or worse, money makes the world go around. Without it, you may find yourself stuck in place, or worse - left behind. Following on from our previous conversation about race, health and society, we are joined again by Professor Leonard Egede from the Medical College of Wisconsin. In todays discussion, he walks us through the economics of p…

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Virtual simulations of extreme climate 10:10

2M ago10:10

10:10

In regions like East and Southeast Asia, where urbanisation has skyrocketed, the interplay between human settlement and natural disaster vulnerability becomes particularly pronounced. Consider China, where over 60% of the population lives in urban areas, including major coastal cities like Shanghai and Guangzhou, or Japan, where coastal cities like…

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Immunology and innovation: Peter Doherty’s life in science 29:52

2M ago29:52

29:52

Professor Peter Doherty has certainly had an impressive and illustrious career as an immunologist. In 1996, he and his colleague Rolf M Zinkernagel were awarded a Nobel Prize for their work on how the immune system recognises virus-infected cells. In 1997, he was named Australian of the Year. Now an indomitable octogenarian, Doherty looks back at h…

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India: 2024 Parliamentary election update 3:58

2M ago3:58

3:58

India is holding its parliamentary election in phases, with voting spanning 19 April to 1 June. Anugya Chitransh, the Lead Security Analyst for South Asia, discusses the travel and security risks in the states going to polls on 7, 13 and 20 May.By International SOS

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Wearable Tech for People with Dementia | The Enterprise Sessions with Zeke Steer 22:25

2M ago22:25

22:25

How do you make wearable technologies comfortable and unobtrusive for people who need them? Professor Michele Barbour talks to Dr Zeke Steer about how personal experiences with his great grandmother influenced the development of SmartSocks™, an innovative technology aimed at supporting individuals with dementia. ⭐Highlights § Zeke shares his journe…

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Careers in STEM: Women’s experiences with microaggressions 13:26

2M ago13:26

13:26

Women in STEM careers in Lebanon experience gendered microaggressions at work, including microinsults and microinvalidation. Dr Yasmeen Makarem and Dr Beverly Metcalfe conducted a qualitative study with 21 women in Lebanon working in STEM fields to better understand these experiences. Human resources professionals could use these findings to improv…

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Structural racism and health inequity 36:48

2M ago36:48

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Health problems are not just health problems ; they embody politics, social status, history, money and more. Where there is inequality in those underpinning factors, inequity in healthcare access is sure to follow. Professor Leonard Egede from the Medical College of Wisconsin examines the extent of social biases and their impacts on health, and the…

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Chad's presidential election 10:51

2M ago10:51

10:51

Voting in Chad’s presidential election is due to take place on the 6 May. Nine candidates, including transitional president Mahamat Deby, are due to take part in the contest. Our security experts say there is a substantial risk of unrest following the announcement of the result scheduled for 21 May and offer this advice to keep you and your workfor…

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Evacuation from Haiti 8:15

2M ago8:15

8:15

International SOS recently conducted a complex evacuation of multiple clients impacted by the escalation in gang violence in Haiti. International SOS' Chief Security Analyst - West, Mike Rogers, Regional Air Transport Manager for the Americas, Cat Peltier as well as Security Director's Henning Snyman and Paul Doucet describe how a multidisciplinary…

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Therapeutic plasma exchange, neurodegeneration, and reverse ageing 9:09

2M ago9:09

9:09

Plasmapheresis, the exchange of infected plasma with fresh plasma from blood, is normally used at the far end of the treatment regimen in cases where no other medication is effective. Dr Kiprov’s research on the different immunoregulatory and neuroregulatory properties of plasmapheresis and its benefits establishes plasmapheresis as a prophylactic …

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Ongoing tensions in the Middle East 5:13

3M ago5:13

5:13

We are continuing to closely monitor tensions in the Middle East following recent escalations involving several countries including Israel. Polina Vynogradova, International SOS’ lead security analyst covering the Middle East and North Africa, offers an update about latest situation and assesses what effect it could have on the wider region.…

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Next-gen Probiotics for Gut Health | The Enterprise Sessions with Jenny Bailey 37:18

3M ago37:18

37:18

How can spin-outs leverage end user feedback to refine products and validate markets? Find out as Professor Michele Barbour talks to Dr Jenny Bailey, the CEO and Co-Founder of Ferryx, a biotech company focused on the commercial production of live bacterial products for the prevention and treatment of gastrointestinal inflammation in humans and anim…

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Travelling to Jamaica: How to prepare and what to expect 13:14

3M ago13:14

13:14

We recently conducted a trip to Jamaica to assess the in-country security situation, accommodation options and provider capability. Security Director, Assistance for the Americas region Paul Doucet travelled to the capital Kingston and other locations popular with business travellers and tourists. His visit followed the US state department's update…

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Reshaping the future of AI education in radiology 9:40

3M ago9:40

9:40

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the field of radiology, making faster and more precise diagnoses possible. However, most radiologists aren’t familiar with AI and report a fear of being replaced by it. Dr Jordan Perchik from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA, designed a free online ‘AI Literacy Course’ which has reached mo…

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Smartphone use and daily cognitive failures 10:39

3M ago10:39

10:39

As a society, we have come to rely on smartphones to do far more than make a telephone call. However, concern is growing over the potential negative consequences of their over-use, such as distraction, forgetfulness and cognitive laziness. Led by psychologist Dr Andree Hartanto, researchers from Singapore Management University tracked how long stud…

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Staying safe on the roads as a business traveller 10:30

3M ago10:30

10:30

Road traffic crashes are a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, causing nearly 1.2 million deaths annually. According to the Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023, two-thirds of people killed in crashes are aged between 18 and 59 - a demographic critical to the global workforce. International SOS has teamed up with the Global Road Sa…

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How can data science support model management? A reverse stress test illustration using the STAMP€ IT platform 13:13

3M ago13:13

13:13

Financial stress testing generally involves a team of modellers working closely together, applying complex mathematical models to large and granular datasets. So, how can data science support the management of complex mathematical models, such as used in the financial sphere? STAMP€ IT – a data-science platform developed by Dr Jerome Henry and his …

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Networking Across Disciplines: From Computer Science to the Creative Arts | The Enterprise Sessions with Kirsten Cater 42:20

3M ago42:20

42:20

How can the UK address its technology skills gap? Professor Michele Barbour speaks with Kirsten Cater, Professor of Computer Science at the University of Bristol. Kirsten leads the skills and training aspect of the MyWorld project, addressing the significant skills gap in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. ⭐Highlights § Delve into the rela…

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Can a free-to-choose medicine pathway improve patient treatment? 13:22

3M ago13:22

13:22

The process of obtaining FDA approval for a new drug costs an estimated $1.8 billion and can take up to 15 years. What’s more, only a small percentage of drugs that undergo human clinical trials are approved. To address this, Bartley J Madden, Research Fellow at the Madden Center for Value Creation at Florida Atlantic University, USA, has developed…

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Scam Alert! Raising Employee Awareness of CEO Fraud Attacks 10:50

3M ago10:50

10:50

CEO impersonation scams are on the rise. So, how can employees be made alert to such a scam? Margit Scholl, Professor of Business and Administrative Informatics at TH Wildau, explores a novel approach to giving business employees a greater awareness of fraud. Together with her research team and two corporate partners, she developed both an analog a…

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German SMEs and the “home office”: Narrative-driven games to raise security awareness 11:55

3M ago11:55

11:55

Across the world, as in Germany, many employees still want to work remotely at least one or two days a week despite offices reopening. However, many SMEs failed to think about the information security risks associated with home-working. Professor Margit Scholl of TH Wildau leads the ALARM, or Awareness Lab SME Information Security project. Using ga…

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New hope in the quest for a novel add-on therapy for uncontrolled hypertension 9:58

3M ago9:58

9:58

Elevated blood pressure, called hypertension, is the leading risk factor for death and disability worldwide. However, many patients find it is not possible to achieve a healthy blood pressure despite taking three or more blood-pressure-lowering medications; a condition referred to as resistant hypertension. Professor Markus Schlaich at The Universi…

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Increasing Security Awareness in German Small and Medium-Sized Businesses with “Awareness Lab SME (ALARM) Information Security” 15:33

3M ago15:33

15:33

Recent cybersecurity reports show that the security of firms’ online presences is under ever-greater threat from cyberattack. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are attacked disproportionately often. There is also a link between people’s level of knowledge and the number of attacks. Professor Margit Scholl and her team at TH Wildau have deve…

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What does France's new terror alert level mean for travellers and residents? 7:56

3M ago7:56

7:56

France has raised its terror alert level to its highest tier after the recent security incident in a concert hall in Moscow. It comes months before Paris is set to host the Summer Games, which are expected to draw millions of visitors to the country. International SOS' lead security analyst Rory Keith and our Global Director for Security, Assistanc…

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Awareness Lab SME (ALARM) Information Security Training 12:46

3M ago12:46

12:46

Recent research emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of information security teams, combining creative perspectives with technical expertise. The German “ALARM Information Security” project, led by Professor Margit Scholl at TH Wildau is part of her wide-reaching efforts to establish a landscape where digitization harmonizes seamlessly with robu…

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New Horizons in Quantum Computing | The Enterprise Sessions with Anthony Laing 41:33

3M ago41:33

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How are novel quantum technologies being applied to meet market demands? Find out as Professor Michele Barbour speaks to Anthony Laing, Professor of Physics and Co-Director of the Quantum Engineering and Technology labs at the University of Bristol and CEO of Duality Quantum Photonics. Anthony outlines his career journey from mature student to CEO …

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