A Dash of Science

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  • Exploring Space Medicine with Dr. Shauna Pandya

    Show Summary

    In this episode, Chris talks with Dr. Shauna Pandya, a physician, aquanaut, skydiver, and pilot in training. She shares her diverse background and interests to include her degrees in neuroscience and space studies, as well as her role as the director of the International Institute for Astronautical Sciences Space Medicine Group. She also discusses her involvement with Project Possum and the opportunities it has provided for her to pursue her goals in space medicine research and astronautics operations. Chris and Dr. Pandya discuss various aspects of space medicine and the opportunities it presents. They also touch on the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and funding in space medicine. Dr. Pandya highlights the importance of addressing the topic of sexuality and reproduction in space and offers advice to young women considering a career in STEM or science.

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    • Dr. Shawna Pandya Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnapandya
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            References

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            • Credits

              A Dash of Science is written and produced by 5Hz Labs.
              Mixed and Mastered by Sean Neri.

              Copyright and License

              A Dash of Science © 2017 by 5Hz Labs. Licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.

              35 min
            • Unpacking AI Warfare

              Show Summary

              In this episode, Chris and Todd discuss the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in military contexts, focusing on its integration into modern warfare, the ethical and legal dilemmas it presents, and public concerns about AI as a potential threat. They explore the intricacies of AI decision-making, the risks of misuse, and the urgent need for ethical guidelines and regulatory frameworks. The conversation draws comparisons between AI and nuclear weapons, considering AI's transformative impact on warfare and the complexities of regulating open-source technologies.

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                    • Questions and Feedback

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                      References

                      1. TechXplore. (2024, April). Vienna conference urges new rules on AI weapons. Retrieved from https://techxplore.com/news/2024-04-vienna-conference-urges-ai-weapons.html
                      2. TechXplore. (2023, November). Pentagon sees AI as key to making hard decisions in lethal scenarios. Retrieved from https://techxplore.com/news/2023-11-pentagon-ai-hard-decisions-lethal.html
                      3. The Defense Post. (2024, February 12). Israel enhances military capabilities in Gaza with AI. Retrieved from https://www.thedefensepost.com/2024/02/12/israel-military-ai-gaza/
                      4. Arab News. (2024, February 11). Israel deploys new military AI in Gaza War. Retrieved from https://www.arabnews.com/node/2457841/middle-east
                      5. Just Security. (2023, October 3). AI and the Future of Drone Warfare: Risks and Recommendations. Retrieved from https://www.justsecurity.org/89033/ai-and-the-future-of-drone-warfare-risks-and-recommendations/
                      6. Bloomberg Quicktake - YouTube. (2024, February 09). AI Warfare is Already Here. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ra7Ph1EK5uQ
                      7. TED - YouTube. (2023, July 10). War, AI, and the New Global Arms Race. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpipswT-LuE
                      8. PBS News Hour -YouTube. (2023, July 9). How Militaries are Using Artificial Intelligence On and Off the Battlefield. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fdgh1JuKeXI
                      9. Wikipedia. (2024). Technological singularity. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technological_singularity
                      10. Wikipedia. (2024). Roko's basilisk. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roko%27s_basilisk
                      11. InCyber. (2023, October 31). AI: A Potential Leviathan. Retrieved from https://incyber.org/en/article/ai-a-potential-leviathan/
                      12. Military.com. (2024, May 3). AI-powered fighter jet takes Air Force’s leader on a historic ride: What it means for war. Retrieved from https://www.military.com/daily-news/2024/05/03/ai-powered-fighter-jet-took-air-forces-leader-historic-ride-what-means-war.html
                      13. Conseil d'État. (2024, August 31). Artificial intelligence and public action: Building trust, serving performance. Retrieved May 6, 2024, from https://www.conseil-etat.fr/publications-colloques/etudes/intelligence-artificielle-et-action-publique-construire-la-confiance-servir-la-performance
                      14. OECD. (2019, November 21). Hello, World: Artificial Intelligence and its use in the public sector. Retrieved May 6, 2024, from https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/governance/hello-world_726fd39d-en;jsessionid=DQVWnRT3Jhlti3iI0U_nbam0v8PmeGg3GGwbhDHp.ip-10-240-5-165
                      15. Credits

                        A Dash of Science is written and produced by 5Hz Labs.
                        Mixed and Mastered by Sean Neri.

                        Copyright and License

                        A Dash of Science © 2017 by 5Hz Labs. Licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.

                        1 hr 32 min
                      16. Shaping Tomorrow: 2023 Nobel Prize Winners

                        Show Summary

                        This episode covers Chris's visit to the University of Idaho, the development of mRNA vaccines, and the winners of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Medicine and Physiology, Physics, Chemistry, and Economic Sciences. They explore the work of the laureates and the impact of their research. They also touch on the importance of representation and diversity in scientific recognition.

                        References

                        1. "ADA170953 - [Title of Document]." Defense Technical Information Center. Available at: https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/citations/ADA170953
                        2. "Heart Study Summary - Vieques." Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. Available at: https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/sites/vieques/heart_study_summary.html
                        3. Lindsay-Poland, John. "Health and the Navy in Vieques." Fellowship of Reconciliation, 2001. Retrieved on January 19, 2007.
                        4. Links from the Show

                          • X-59 Quesst
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                                • Questions and Feedback

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                                  Credits

                                  A Dash of Science is written and produced by 5Hz Labs.
                                  Mixed and Mastered by Sean Neri.

                                  Copyright and License

                                  A Dash of Science © 2017 by 5Hz Labs. Licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.

                                  1 hr 21 min
                                • Introducing Todd Jackson (Part 4)

                                  Episode 39: In this final episode introducing new co-host Todd Jackson, we close out the final pieces leading to his current position at NASA, and talk a little about what is in store for the show for us moving forward!

                                  Hosts: Chris Birkinbine & Todd Jackson

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                                  1 hr 15 min
                                • Introducing Todd Jackson (Part 3)

                                  Episode 38: This week we continue our chat with new Co-Host, Todd Jackson, Deputy Project Manager at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center. Todd discusses his his path to flight test, burning bridges, and the importance of networking and seeking mentors.

                                  Hosts: Chris Birkinbine & Todd Jackson

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                                  59 min
                                • Introducing Todd Jackson (Part 2)

                                  Episode 37: This week we continue our chat with new Co-Host, Todd Jackson, Deputy Project Manager at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center. Todd discusses his dreams of becoming a fighter pilot, his time training for his pilots license, and the dramatic event the permanently change his path.

                                  Hosts: Chris Birkinbine & Todd Jackson

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                                  A Dash of Science © 2017 by 5Hz Labs is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

                                  59 min
                                • Introducing Todd Jackson (Part 1)

                                  Episode 36: This week we chat with new Co-Host, Todd Jackson, Deputy Project Manager at NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center. Todd discusses what it was like growing up, how he bounced around between majors, and his experiences defining for himself what it means to a person of color in todays engineering fields.

                                  Hosts: Chris Birkinbine & Todd Jackson

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                                  1 hr 7 min
                                • Science with Kids

                                  Episode 35 This week we ask kids (Including my youngest son, and my nephew) to answer some science questions without prompt or correction!

                                  Host: Chris Birkinbine

                                  Guests: Jerimiah, Andrew, Charlotte, Elliot, Samy, Zoe and more

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                                  39 min
                                • Epigenetics and Hairy Babies

                                  Episode 34 This week we chat with our favorite cytogeneticist, Kasandra Mechelke-Salas about the science behind epigenetics, more on fighting cancer, and as per usual, we get a little off track with other parallel topics!

                                  Host: Chris Birkinbine

                                  Guest: Kasandra Mechelke-Salas

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                                  A Dash of Science (c) 2017 Birth Order and Delinquency: Evidence from Denmark and Florida https://mitsloan.mit.edu/shared/ods/documents/?DocumentID=5145

                                  1 hr 17 min
                                • DoS Q&A: Random Science From the Internet

                                  This week while Carrie is out of town I take to the internet to find the questions you want answered! Listen in as we talk about the noises MRI's make, What the Magnus effect is, and talk about microbial vaccine resistance and more!

                                  Host: Chris Birkinbine

                                  Guest: None

                                  Links from the show

                                  Antimicrobial resistance and the role of vaccines: https://www.pnas.org/content/115/51/12868
                                  Why the evolution of vaccine resistance is less of a concern than the evolution of drug resistance https://www.pnas.org/content/115/51/12878
                                  Birth Order and Delinquency: Evidence from Denmark and Florida https://mitsloan.mit.edu/shared/ods/documents/?DocumentID=5145

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                                  A Dash of Science (c) 2017

                                  47 min

                                About A Dash of Science

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                                A Dash of Science is a podcast and Science Communication Initiative where we discuss science, engineering, technology, education and even history through the lens of science and logic in a way that everyone can participate and understand.