What mysteries lie at the heart of quantum physics? Join Jeroen Schreel and Philip Moriarty, a professor of Physics at the University of Nottingham, they unravel the strange and fascinating world of quantum mechanics. Explore the true meaning of Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle, the bizarre nature of the observer effect, and the mind-bending phenomenon that is quantum tunneling.This is the paper we discussed during this episode:Allen et al., 2023. Self-assembly and tiling of a prochiral hydrogen-bonded network: bi-isonicotinic acid on coinage metal surfaces. Molecular Physics, 121(7-8): Article e2192824This episode is sponsored by SciSummary. Use this URL* and Apple Finch Pudding's coupon at checkout to get 25% off! AFP25https://scisummary.com/?via=AFPDon't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page*This is an affiliate link. By buying a subscription through this link, you support the podcast at no additional cost!

What really happens in your brain during depression? Join Jeroen Schreel and Alex Korb, a professor of Neuroscience at the University of California, Los Angeles, as they uncover the science behind depression. Explore the surprising role of serotonin, including how too much serotonin might not be a good thing, and discover practical, science-backed strategies to counter depression.This is the link to the cheat sheet Alex mentioned:https://alexkorbphd.click/live-training-1On Instagram, you can find Alex as @alexkorbphdDon't forget to check out his book 'The upward spiral':http://amzn.to/1AhHbXkThis episode is sponsored by SciSummary. Use this URL* and Apple Finch Pudding's coupon at checkout to get 25% off! AFP25https://scisummary.com/?via=AFPDon't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page*This is an affiliate link. By buying a subscription through this link, you support the podcast at no additional cost!

What if reality is woven from the smallest, most fundamental strings? Join Jeroen Schreel and Sylvester James Gates Junior, a professor of theoretical physics at the University of Maryland and Brown University, as they dive into the world of string theory and supersymmetry. Discover the true nature of string theory, the mysteries of supersymmetry, and the quest to uncover the particles and forces shaping everything we know.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Jenks et al., 2023.Towards a direct detection of the spin of dark matter. Physics Letters B, 842: Article 137956This episode is sponsored by SciSummary. Try a 7-day free trial of SciSummary with this URL*:https://scisummary.com/?via=AFPDon't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page*This is an affiliate link. By buying a subscription through this link, you support the podcast at no additional cost!

CRISPR and the Future of Gene Editing with Evelien Waegneer | AFP 33What if we could edit genes to solve global challenges? Join Jeroen Schreel and Evelien Waegneer, a postdoctoral researcher in plant sciences at ILVO, as they dive into the groundbreaking technology of CRISPR. Learn how this revolutionary gene-editing tool works, its potential to reshape agriculture, and why it’s a game changer for the future of science.This episode is sponsored by SciSummary. Try a 7-day free trial of SciSummary with this URL*:https://scisummary.com/?via=AFPUse Apple Finch Pudding's coupon at checkout to get 25% off! AFP25 Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page*This is an affiliate link. By buying a subscription through this link, you support the podcast at no additional cost!

Can your gut microbiome shape your health and well-being? Join Jeroen Schreel and Ruairi Robertson, a Lecturer in Microbiome Science at Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, and host of the Biomes podcast, as they dive deep into the fascinating world of the gut microbiome. Discover where your gut microbiome comes from, why it’s vital to your health, and practical ways to optimize it for better living. This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Robertson et al., 2019. The human microbiome and child growth – First 1000 days and beyond. Trends in Microbiology, 19: pp. 131-147This episode is sponsored by SciSummary. Try a 7-day free trial of SciSummary with this URL*:https://scisummary.com/?via=AFP Use Apple Finch Pudding's coupon at checkout to get 25% off! AFP25 Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page *This is an affiliate link. By buying a subscription through this link, you support the podcast at no additional cost!

Have you ever wondered how AI is transforming agriculture? Join Jeroen Schreel and Broes Laekemen, a PhD researcher in agricultural and food sciences at ILVO and UGent, as they delve into the AI revolution in pest detection. Explore the fundamentals of AI, learn what neural networks really are, and what the impact of biased training datasets on AI performance is.Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Ever wondered how our brains are wired? Join Jeroen Schreel and Bobby Kasthuri, a professor of neurobiology at the University of Chicago, as they unravel the mysteries of the connectome. Discover how neurons form intricate networks, the fascinating biases in neuroplasticity, and the cutting-edge advancements that drive neuroscience.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Wildenberg et al., 2023. Isochronic development of cortical synapses in primates and mice, 14: Article 8018Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Ever wondered how sleep impacts your overall health? Join Jeroen Schreel and Aric Prather, a professor of psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco, as they delve into the profound effects of sleep on physical health and emotional well-being. Discover the true nature of sleep, the benefits of a good night's rest, and practical tips to enhance your sleep quality.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Newman et al., 2023. Examining daily associations among sleep, stress, and blood pressure across adulthood. Annals of Behavioral Medicine, 57: pp.453-462Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

The Future of Brain-Computer Interfaces with Arno Libert | AFP 28Ever wondered how brain-computer interfaces can change lives? Join Jeroen Schreel and Arno Libert, the co-founder and CEO of MindSpeaker, as they explore the cutting-edge realm of brain-computer interfaces. Discover the essence of BCIs, how they function, and their potential to restore communication for individuals with conditions like locked-in syndrome.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Libert and Van Hulle, Predicting premature video skipping and viewer interest from EEG recordings, 2019. Entropy, 21: Article e21101014Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Ever wondered what causes body odor and how to banish it for good? Join Jeroen Schreel and Chris Callewaert, also known as Doctor Armpit, a postdoctoral researcher at Ghent University, as they unravel the science behind body odor. Discover the intricate connection between the skin and gut microbiomes and explore effective solutions to combat unpleasant body smells.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Melnik et al., The molecular effect of wearing silver-threaded clothing on the human skin, 2023. mSystems, 8: Article 00922-22Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page