Einstein A Go-Go

Dr. Shane is joined by co-presenters Chris KP and Dr Sarah Best to discuss growing plants in lunar soil, sunscreen and coral, and blackholes. Guest Professor Dick Williams from Charles Darwin University explains the the hazards of feral horses in the Australian Alpine region; and Tony Rinaudo AM talks about revegetating arid areas, and his biography, The Forest Underground: Hope for a Planet in Crisis. Then, Chris KP explores fly repellant, and Dr. Sarah talks about metabolism therapy for cancer.

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Presenters Dr Shane, Dr Euan and Dr Grace discuss the latest science news, including embalming, burials, and how techniques and approaches to do this have changed over time, as well as current threats to the state of the environment, including threatened and now extinct species, and what we can do to protect further species and environmental extinction. And Dr Ionat Zurr, artist, curator and academic from the University of Western Australia talks about partnerships between the Arts and Science and how they are generating thought provoking exhibitions engaging the community.

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Dr Shane is joined by co-hosts Dr Ray, Dr Linden & Dr Stacy. In science news, they discuss measured productivity of video conferencing compared to in-person meetings, theoretical outer space hibernation, behavioral tendencies of different dog breeds, and what music does to the brain. Geoff Brooks, Swinburne University Professor of Engineering, joins the team to discuss ceramic and steel production plans and techniques on the moon; and Triple R presenter Krystal De Napoli joins the team to discuss the importance and history of Indigenous Astronomy in Australia, and her new book 'Astronomy: Sky Country'.

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In science news, we explore how a Locked In Syndrome patient (ALS) communicating via brainwave, requested beer! And in celebration of the upcoming Day of Immunology, we have two immunity physician guests. First guest is Associate Professor Jason Trubiano, Head of Infectious Diseases, Austin Health, currently the Director of the Antimicrobial Stewardship and Drug and Antibiotic Allergy Services - the first and only Centre of its kind in Australia. Jason explains how understanding whether penicillin allergies diagnosed in childhood are still clinically present during adulthood – he aims to understand how immune cells contribute to these allergic reactions. Then we speak with Dr Kirsten Fairfax, from the Menzies Institute for Medical Research at the University of Tasmania. Kirsten explores the mechanisms that underpin the way cells are generated to make up blood. Recently, Kirsten used high-dimensional and advanced technologies to identify key genes that control how immune cells behave, including why some are more prone to autoimmune disorders. With presenters Dr. Shane, Dr. Laura, and Dr. Ailie.

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Professor Nancy Baxter, Head of Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, Melbourne University, provides a covid global health update, and explores covid policy; Dr Leah Beauchamp from the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health explains how Parkinson's disease begins twenty years before tremors even start in the body, and how a neurologist determines if you have Parkinson's disease if you showcase three hallmark symptoms. And the team explore human evolution; sealed core samples of the moon; a recent study into the act of forgetting, and how the comet in our solar system won't be heading for Earth anytime soon. With presenters Dr. Shane, Chris KP, and Dr. Lauren.
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Dr Jasmine Muir, Earth Observation Technical Lead at FrontierSI, discusses satellite earth observation, why it's so important, and how it's useful to Australia. Professor Cheryl Dissanayake, Director and Chair, Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre, La Trobe University, discusses the generous $45 million donation to La Trobe’s autism research by Olga Tennison. And in weekly science news, the team discusses the latest IPPC report; researchers using DNA from leeches' last blood meals to learn about a nature reserve, and biological ageing. With presenters Dr. Shane, Dr Linden and Dr Graci.

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Sarah Cohen-Woods, a Professor of Psychology at Flinders University, talks about the interaction of our genetics with the environment and explores the question of why some people who have a genetic disposition for certain illnesses might and might not develop these illnesses. Dr Cohen-Woods is particularly interested in how stress influences our genes. Her research shows that while our genetic risk factors can be influenced by environmental factors (and vice versa), we can do a lot to improve the outcomes. Second guest Amy Pennay from La Trobe University talks about the changes in alcohol consumption in Australia and the new sober curious movement. And the team talk about ‘safe’ levels of alcohol consumption (spoiler, the level is 0) and the health impacts alcohol can have. And the team explore extinct (or not?) orchids, CO2 filter membranes, science collaboration in the time of war, and the No-tell experiment. With presenters Dr. Shane, Dr Ray, Dr Staci, and Dr Linden.

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Professor Tim Senden from the Australian National University discusses the bridges between physics and chemistry in the microscopic world; Dr Mary Dahm, Senior Research Fellow, Institute for Communication in Health Care. also from ANU, presents her work looking at the links between communication and diagnostic errors among doctors; and Dr Katy Unwin from La Trobe University unpacks the Sensory Observation Autism Rating scale (SOAR) and how it could revolutionise learning for students with special needs. With presenter Dr. Shane.

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Dr Felicity McCormack has 'the best job in the world' and we agree it sounds pretty cool! Hear what glaciologists do to predict how climate change impacts Antarctic ice melt and future sea level rise. 'Soon to be Dr' Krystall Randall continues the Antarctic theme, but this time by seeing how by monitoring moss beds we can predict their immediate climate. Dr. Lauren chats alternate vaccine delivery, and Chris KP introduces us to vole behaviour and their affinity for gardening before switching scales to quantum biology and what happens when photons hit the eyes of birds and how the resulting 'quantum entanglement' helps them to detect the Earth's magnetic field. With presenters Dr. Shane, Dr. Lauren, and Chris KP.

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Dr. Shane is joined by co-presenters Graci, Dr Jen and Dr Euan to discuss using GE to stop the spread of invasive mosquitoes; studies of how large animals impact climate; and the discovery of Ernest Shackleton's boat Endurance. Special guest Professor Madhu Bhaskaran from RMIT University, discusses WISA (Women in STEMM Australia); and Graci explains creatures who will survive the apocalypse; and Dr Jen explores what individuals can do for the climate via Take The Jump.

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