Welcome to the first ever episode of Barstool Biology by Gary Sommerville Ph.D!

Kicking it off with a relevant bang as I talk all things viruses, what exactly is a virus and how do they make life difficult for us humans? And as SARS-CoV-2 dominates the headlines, I break down what this virus is made of and the clever tricks it uses to infect our cells. Sneaky little hobbitses!

Intro Music - Briton Beats
Sound Effects - Sound Bible

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Barstool Biology - Viruses & COVID-19

A brand spanking new science podcast by Dr. Gary Sommerville Ph.D. Gary is a Molecular Biologist at Harvard Medical School and breaks down popular and interesting science topics over a cold beer! 

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Mutants here, mutants there, mutants everywhere. Sadly I couldn't afford Professor Xavier to come on and explain all about mutations but I'll give you the low down and how they all work! How are regional mutations becoming a factor in the SARS-CoV2 Pandemic and will they affect the vaccination role out? Tune in as I spill the molecular tea.

Intro Music & Editing - Briton Beats
Sound Effects - Sound Bible

Barstool Biology - Mutations

Have you or know someone who's been tested for Coronavirus over the last few months? What the hell happens once that swab from your beak or blood sample reaches the lab? 

Biochemist and CEO of Reagent Genie Dr. Colm Ryan joins me to break down the processes by which both active COVID-19 infection and antibody testing are carried out. We pull back the curtain to reveal the magic involved and how we can use the testing going forward, as countries start to re-open.

Intro Music & Editing - Briton Beats
Sound Effects - Sound Bible

Colm's website: www.assaygenie.com

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Barstool Biology - Coronavirus Testing

Immunologist Dr. Andrew Hogan is the first guest on Barstool Biology, to discuss all things immune systems. What exactly does your guardian angel immune system do to SARS-Cov-2 and keep the virus at bay? 

And with so much anticipation for a vaccine, we describe why these treatments can take so long to get into patients and the types currently in clinical trials. Herd immunity, what is it and is it a viable option without a vaccine? Andy gives us the low down.

Intro Music - Briton Beats
Sound Effects - Sound Bible

Andy's Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOJvEiy0UPY

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Barstool Biology - Viruses & COVID-19

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