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In this segment, CivicSciTV’s Questions of the Day (QOTD) Program features Special Correspondent Stephanie Okeyo interviewing Dr. Syriacus Buguzi, a doctor, science journalist, and co-founder of Research Com. Dr. Buguzi discusses his digital initiative, MwanaSayansi, a Kiswahili science news portal aimed at increasing access to science information for Tanzanians. Passionate about raising the profile of health journalism, Dr. Buguzi focuses on making complex scientific information understandable and engaging for the public, bridging the gap between science and everyday life.

In this segment, CivicSciTV’s Questions of the Day (QOTD) Program features Special Correspondent Stephanie Okeyo interviewing Dr. Syriacus Buguzi, a doctor, science journalist, and co-founder of Research Com. Dr. Buguzi discusses his digital initiative, MwanaSayansi, a Kiswahili science news portal aimed at increasing access to science information for Tanzanians. Passionate about raising the profile of health journalism, Dr. Buguzi focuses on making complex scientific information understandable and engaging for the public, bridging the gap between science and everyday life.

In this segment, CivicSciTV's Questions of the Day Host Fanuel Muindi talks with IIyana Sawka, the Outreach and Communications Manager for LabXchange which is "a global science classroom that is open to every curious mind." Sponsored by the Amgen Foundation, the platform supports educators and learners worldwide, facilitating collaboration and personalized STEM learning pathways.

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In this episode of Consider This Next on CivicSciTVRadio, host Kacie Luaders first analyzes science communication practices by examining Jennifer Frazier's UCSF mini-course and its broader implications. The course aims to enhance scientists' engagement with the public through practical exercises and tools.

Kacie then transitions to an interview with DanielleMeinert, an amateur mycologist from Atlanta, exploring her transformative journey with mushrooms and their health benefits. The episode discusses the importance of science communication, personal curiosity, and the role of civic science in shaping informed communities.

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In this segment, 'Questions of the Day' host Fanuel Muindi talks with Dr. Akuadasuo Ezenyilimba, a postdoctoral researcher at Arizona State University and a fellow in the new AI and Society Fellowship Program at the New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS). Ezenyilimba shares her journey from completing a PhD in Human Systems Engineering to developing a web-based application for mild traumatic brain injury rehabilitation. She highlights the importance of incorporating machine learning to improve the application’s effectiveness in enhancing executive functions. Ezenyilimba discusses the ethical considerations of AI, particularly in ensuring inclusivity and building trust among marginalized communities. She reflects on the role of user feedback in shaping her research and emphasizes the need for accessibility in technological advancements. Through engaging with community members, Ezenyilimba's work aims to bridge the gap between innovative technology and practical, everyday use, ensuring that new developments are beneficial for all. Ezenyilimba says, "It's important to ensure everyone, regardless of background, is considered in new innovations and changes."

Based in New York City, Arianna Zuanazzi shares her perspectives on comments made by Ella Spalding on QOTD about collaborative engagements between artists and scientists. Highlighting the symbiotic relationship and co-production in these collaborations, Arianna delves into how both science and art contribute to research and creativity. The conversation underscores the breaking down of traditional disciplinary barriers, fostering a new identity at the intersection of art and science. Arianna's reflections provide a compelling look at the evolving landscapes of artistic and scientific collaboration.

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In this segment of Questions of the Day, Sam Ridgeway - a freelance science communicator - discusses his piece on SciComm Bites about a 2021 paper published in the Journal of Science Communication titled “Science Festival may not mean what we think it means: an analysis of how researchers and practitioners use this term." He reflects on his experiences with science festivals, underscoring the paper's analysis of the varied use of the term "science festival" across different contexts. The conversation covers a range of topics including the challenge of capturing the diversity of these festivals in research, and also explores the potential benefit of a database for organizing and comparing them.

CivicSciTV News correspondent Jake Krauss discusses meeting with congressional staffers to support federal science funding alongside biologist Dr. Brian Kloeppel. Meetings were organized through the American Institute of Biological Sciences.

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In this episode of "Questions of the Day," Fanuel Muindi talks with Jeanne Garbarino, Executive Director of RockEDU at Rockefeller University. Garbarino expands on the mission of RockEDU to create systemic change by connecting scientific and non-scientific communities through engagement in the wonder of science. They discuss RockEDU's diverse programs like Lab Jumpstart, Talking Science, and the Summer Neuroscience Program, all aimed at fostering mentorship and engagement in science. Garbarino emphasizes the importance of adapting to changing needs, the role of partnerships in driving educational initiatives, and RockEDU's commitment to preparing a diverse and skilled workforce for the biotech sector in New York City and beyond. Garbarino's passion for making science accessible and inspiring to all shines through as she talks about the innovative ways RockEDU is bridging gaps and supporting the next generation of scientists. As Garbarino aptly puts it, "We try to identify places where the ecosystem is growing really well and add as many nutrients as possible for that ecosystem to thrive."

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CivicSciTV's Questions of the Day Host Fanuel Muindi interviews Stephanie Okeyo, founder and director of Under the Microscope (UTM), a non-profit organization advancing science and innovation infrastructure in Africa through Education, Societal Engagement, and Research. A microbiologist by training, Okeyo discusses a preliminary report on science engagement funding landscape in Africa that UTM has been undertaking with partnership from the Falling Walls Engage and the West African Center for Cell Biology of Infectious Pathogens (WACCBIP). Okeyo emphasizes the importance of understanding local contexts and the impact of their programs on marginalized communities. Okeyo also highlights the need for sustainable funding and national support, and outlines future plans for expanding UTM's reach, including developing more community-based engagement hubs and enhancing collaborations with local and international partners. A notable quote from Okeyo: "Public engagement is so important, and there is less evidence supporting the impact of this work. Our goal is to make the space more evidence-based, and supporting conversations and actions from the lived experiences and real data."

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CivicSciTV's Questions of the Day (QOTD) Host Fanuel Muindi interviews Dr. Ben Dubin-Thaler, founder of BioBus. Ben shares the journey of BioBus from its inception, buying the first bus on Craigslist, to becoming a mobile science lab fostering scientific curiosity among students. He discusses the importance of community engagement, and the impact of their programs on local neighborhoods. Ben also highlights the critical role of partnerships with schools and community organizations, and shares future plans for expanding BioBus's reach, including developing more mobile labs and doubling down on community-based scientific environments. A notable quote from Ben: "Our students are bringing often very personal reasons for wanting to do research projects, and really, I think, are ultimately very empowered by science to understand and make meaning of, and ultimately solve challenges that they see in their families, in their communities, and more broadly in the world."

This conversation was made possible by support from the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC). Visit Https://edc.nyc to learn more.