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

Ever wondered how stars evolve or what types of exoplanets exist? Join Jeroen Schreel and Leen Decin, a professor in stellar and exoplanet astrophysics at KU Leuven, as they uncover the secrets of stellar evolution and the diversity of exoplanets. Explore the origins of stars, the different types of star, and the intriguing world of exoplanets.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Dyrek et al., SO2, silicate clouds, but no CH4 detected in a warm Neptune, 2023. Nature, 625: pp. 51-54Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Ever wondered why some foods affect us differently? Dive into the world of nutrition with Jeroen Schreel and Giles Yeo, a professor of molecular neuroendocrinology at the university of Cambridge, as they delve into the importance of nutrition. Discover why calories aren't the whole story, the critical role of fiber, and the difference between processed and ultra-processed food and why it matters.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Yeo, 2022. Is calorie labelling on menus the solution to obesity? Nature Reviews Endocrinology, 18: pp. 453-454Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Ever pondered the cosmic enigma of dark matter? Join Jeroen Schreel and Katherine Freese, a professor of physics at the University of Texas, as they delve into the world of dark matter. Together they unravel the mysteries of dark matter candidates, the intriguing dark big bang, and the possibility of dark stars. Delve into the cosmos and expand your understanding of the universe.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Freese and Winkler, 2023. Dark matter and gravitational waves from a dark big bang. Physical Review D, 107: Article 083522Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Ever wondered how your brain is wired? Join Jeroen Schreel and Kevin Mitchell, a professor of Genetics and Neuroscience at Trinity College Dublin, on a captivating journey into the intricacies of brain development. Uncover the mesmerizing link between genetics and the wiring of the brain, challenging the nature vs nurture debate.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Myers et al., 2020. Insufficient evidence for “autism-specific” genes. The American Journal of Human Genetics, 106: pp. 587-595Stay updated with Kevin’s latest insights on Wiring of the Brain by following him onTwitter: https://twitter.com/WiringTheBrainDon't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Can artificial intelligence transform our understanding of climate change? Join Jeroen Schreel and Chaopeng Shen, a professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Penn State University, on an eye-opening exploration of the intersection of AI and climate change research. Dive into AI's role in unveiling new physical relationships and how these discoveries empower us to better predict climate change.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Shen et al., 2023. Differentiable modelling to unify machine learning and physical models for geosciences. Nature Reviews Earth & Environment, 4: pp. 552–567https://doi.org/10.1038/s43017-023-00450-9Stay updated with Chaopeng's insights on AI and Land Surface Models by following him onTwitter: https://twitter.com/ChaopengShenDon't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Ever wondered how exercise can supercharge your brain? Join Jeroen Schreel and Wendy Suzuki, a professor of Neural Science and Psychology at New York University, on an inspiring journey into the powerful connection between physical activity and brain health. Explore the fascinating world of neuroplasticity and uncover the remarkable insights behind the exercise-brain connection.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Basso and Suzuki, 2017. The Effects of Acute Exercise on Mood, Cognition, Neurophysiology, and Neurochemical Pathways: A Review. Brain Plasticity, 2: pp. 127-152https://doi.org/10.3233/BPL-160040Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page

Ever wondered about distant worlds beyond our solar system? Join Jeroen Schreel and Sara Seager, a professor in physics, aeronautics and astronautics and planetary science at MIT, on an exhilarating journey into the realm of exoplanets. Take a dive into the discussion of exoplanet atmospheres, rogue planets, the intriguing case of phosphine on Venus and the mind blowing possibilities of other extraterrestrial life.This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Greaves et al., 2021. Phosphine gas in the cloud decks of Venus. Nature Astronomy, 5: pp. 655-664https://doi.org/10.1038/s41550-020-1174-4Don't forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchpudding.ck.page