BioLab Collective with Jack Wang

In this excerpt from Episode #029 of the podcast, I explore the causes of antibiotic resistance and how Superbugs are wreaking havoc in the healthcare systems.

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In the face of constant setbacks, how can scientists remain nimble and adapt to the changing landscape in innovation? In this excerpt from Episode 24, I discuss 3 ways to make adaptability your super-power as a scientist

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Fleming’s discovery of Penicillin wasn’t enough. He couldn’t purify it in anywhere near the quantities needed to treat millions of wounded soldiers during World War 2. In this excerpt from Episode 24, I discuss Science Communication Secret needed to take Fleming’s penicillin discovery to the next level. It took a collaboration between Fleming, Florey, and Chain, spanning across 16 years and multiple continents to make enough penicillin and save allied troops leading up to D-day.

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Theranos is just known for fraud, right? In this excerpt from episode #028 I dive into the strange parallels between the exacting nature of forensic DNA analysis and the tale of Theranos, did manage to get one thing right...

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How has cancer diagnosis become more sophisticated over the years? In this excerpt from Episode 17 , we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how cancer diagnosis has advanced.

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How has our understanding of the risk factors for cancer changed over the years? In this excerpt from Episode 17, we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how the scientific understanding around the emergence of cancer cells has advanced.

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From nitrogen mustard gas to vaccines and immunotherapies - cancer treatment has changed dramatically over the past 50 years. Will we ever find a "cure" for cancer? In this excerpt from Episode 17, we discuss the biggest problems in previous "cures" for cancers, and how cancer treatment has advanced.

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How do you know if you're at risk of Alzheimer's disease? Can you find out? In this excerpt from Episode 15, we deep dive into novel Alzheimer's therapies to discuss their effectiveness, safety, and how to find out if you're at risk.

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Can 23andMe be trusted with your DNA? In this excerpt from Episode 13, we dive into 23andMe's secret plan, which is at least 10 years in the making.

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What is the smallest amount of DNA still usable as evidence in a Murder Trial? That's the debate at the center of the recent inquiries into Forensic Science Testing and in this excerpt from episode #028 I dive into what counts as a "lab bungle" when working with tiny microscopic amounts of Forensic Evidence. Is working with trace amounts of DNA prone to misinterpretation and miscarriage of justice?

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Talk soon,

Jack.

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