How do we avoid getting to the point of needing to use so many antibiotics?

Professor Morgan Alexander, Professor of Biomaterials at the University of Nottingham and Dr Lena Ciric, who leads the Healthy Infrastructure Research Group at University College London, join us for this episode on infection prevention and control. We learn about how diseases spread, especially through buildings and on surfaces, and how scientists are innovating to combat these mechanisms.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi, Lizzy Ratcliffe, and Dr. Hannah Macdonald.

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Why should we care about antibiotics being in the environment? How does it impact us? And what do we mean by "One Health"?

In this episode, we talk to Professor Barbara Kasprzyk, a researcher from the University of Bath, Kurt Arden from the Royal Veterinary College and University College London, and Professor David Graham, Professor of Ecosystems Engineering at Newcastle University, who talks us through how antimicrobials get into the environment via our livestock and agriculture sectors, and why this is a problem.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi, Lizzy Ratcliffe, and Dr. Hannah Macdonald.

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Why is it important to have Doctors working within the media? Do the public need to be more scientifically literate? What advances have we seen in diagnostics? And how can this help GPs in the UK?

In this bonus episode, RSC producers Hiren Joshi & Lizzy Ratcliffe speak in depth with ITV's favourite GP - Dr. Hilary Jones. Dr. Hilary shares 40 years' worth of medical wisdom, his experience working in the media, and reflects on the medical challenges present in antimicrobial resistance.

Produced by Hiren Joshi, Lizzy Ratcliffe, and Dr. Hannah Macdonald.

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Why is accurate diagnosis of patients so crucial in the fight against AMR? How do diagnostics work now and what is the best-case scenario in the future? What innovative technologies are being developed?

Diagnostics is a key area in the fight against AMR since it's only through accurately diagnosing patients that the most targeted treatment can be chosen. Without accurate diagnostics, overprescription of antibiotics becomes inevitable. Professor Tina Joshi, Professor of Microbiology at Plymouth University, and Dr. Kaamini Walia of the India Council for Medical Research talk us through this important topic.

This episode also features presenter and doctor, Dr. Hilary Jones, with a fascinating insight into the challenges faced by GPs when prescribing antibiotics, and a deep-dive into the relationship between patients and medicine.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi, Lizzy Ratcliffe, and Dr. Hannah Macdonald.

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How do we develop drugs like antibiotics? How long does it take for such a drug to go from its inception in a research lab to use in a hospital, for example? And what people and processes are involved?

In this episode, we speak to microbiologist Dr. Vicky Savage, from INFEX Therapeutics, and Professor Colm Leonard at NICE. We look at every step of the drug development process, including drug procurements, applications, and the variety of uses within the healthcare system.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi, Lizzy Ratcliffe, and Dr. Hannah Macdonald.

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What is AMR and why is it such an urgent challenge? What are researchers and governments doing to address it and what needs to done?

In this episode, host Dr. Alex Lathbridge explores these questions with Professor Alison Holmes – president of the International Society for Infectious Diseases and researcher at Imperial College London, and Dr. Gerry Wright – researcher at McMasters University.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi, Lizzy Ratcliffe, and Dr. Hannah Macdonald.

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What are the exciting new technologies that we can look forward to in a future where batteries are front and centre?

Dr. Mauro Pasta, Associate Professor of Materials at the University of Oxford, and Isobel Sheldon, commercial strategy officer for Britishvolt, join us to talk about the cutting-edge technologies that they are working on right now, as well as give us a sneak peek into what the future for batteries might look like.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi and Lizzy Ratcliffe.

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How does recycling of batteries work, how can it be improved, and what are the social, legal, environmental, and economic implications of implementing a large-scale recycling infrastructure for batteries?

We're joined by two experts from the University of Birmingham, metallurgy and materials expert Dr. Roberto Sommerville, and legal expert Dr. Jyoti Ahuja. We discuss all aspects of implementing a circular economy for batteries – from the technologies required to the policy changes needed.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi and Lizzy Ratcliffe.

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How can batteries make energy cheaper, more sustainable, and more accessible?

In this episode, we're joined by two people who are using batteries in innovative ways to support communities. Professor Satish Patil tells us about the Sunrise Network, which supports rural communities and communities living off the grid, bringing energy independence through the use of solar panels and batteries. Brenda Park is the director of StorTera, and she spoke to us about the company's patented new battery technology, and how it's set to support communities in the UK.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi and Lizzy Ratcliffe.

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We've heard a lot about the benefits of batteries, but what can go wrong? What happens to batteries as they age and how can we extend their lifespan? Why are e-scooters banned in the London underground? And what can we do to make sure we're using batteries safely in our homes, and disposing of them correctly.

In this fascinating episode, we're joined by Professor Paul Shearing from SafeBatt and Andrew Gausden from East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service, to talk about battery safety and the science behind it.

Hosted by Dr. Alex Lathbridge.

Produced by Hiren Joshi and Lizzy Ratcliffe.

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