Einstein A Go-Go

Dr Shane discusses the latest science news with the team. Dr Katherine Sewell from La Trobe University and the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health talks about research on mood and mental health after stroke and the importance of person-centred care. Dr James Rule from Museums Victoria talks about the new and rare Triceratops skeleton arriving at the museum and the associated exhibit and scientific research. Dr Ray talks about different types of bees, and how human activity has influenced bee foraging.

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Dr Shane is joined by co-presenters Dr Lauren, Dr Graci, Dr Ailie and Liv. In science news, they discuss how and why lizards self-amputate their tails, and a record breaking pterodactyl discovery in the U.K. Then, Latrobe University Doctoral candidate and research assistant Alicia King joins the team to discuss the lived experience of mental health practitioners. The team round off by discussing plant behavior, including the truth behind that freshly cut grass smell & then they explore the true value of the physical PHD thesis.

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Dr Hannah Power discusses the largest volcanic eruption in decades, resulting in the largest tsunami waves seen in Australia since the 60's; and Dr. Sarah McNab from the Royal Children's Hospital, raises awareness of respiratory illnesses, which puts 6000 children in hospital every year. And the team discuss the story of an unethical clinical trial, and the repercussions for the unwitting participants. With presenters Dr. Shane, Dr. Lauren, and Chris KP.

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Dr. Vanessa Pirotta, wildlife scientist, science communicator, and Superstar of STEM 2021-2022, talks about her work as a wildlife scientist and science communicator. And in science news, the team explores a spider’s web creating tiny vibrations and acting as the spider’s eardrum; The Webb Telescope has taken its first pictures in space; and koalas have now been listed as endangered, nearing extinction. With presenters Dr. Shane, Dr. Jen, and Dr. Euan.
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Dr Susanna Harris, Science Communicator, Manager of Engagement and Communications at Xontogeny & founder of PhD Balance, discusses her experience starting up PHD Balance, a community support organisation, to help students in academia suffering with mental stress. And in weekly science news, the team discuss new cancer therapies, synthetic tooth enamel, January temperature statistics, and bushfire recovery in Victoria. With presenters Dr. Shane, Dr. Ray and Dr. Linden and Stacey.

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Hosts Dr. Shane, Dr. Ailie, and Dr. Laura explore if it is possible to grow muscle while sleeping, because new research shows that squirrels can, due to their gut biomes. And frog limbs can also regrow, thanks to a specific combination of topical drugs.

Today's special guests are: Dr. Eric Levi, triple-Fellowship trained Specialist Otolaryngologist (Ear Nose & Throat), Head & Neck Surgeon, talking about how his video Go Low, Go Slow has changed how PCR tests are administered; and Dr Amie Hayley talks about her research into how technologies could help lower the road toll.

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Dr Shane is back for, yes indeed, 2022! We are kicking off with talking about the extraordinary volcanic eruption happening 9 days ago on Tonga-Hunga with Chris KP, and dive deeper into the theory of plate tectonics. How does the matter in the mantle move, or does it really? Talking about matter, did you know how important the state of matter is for ice cream? And the impact ice cream consumption has on climate change? Me neither, listen in and learn more about it.

After the break, Dr Shane talks to Prof Nancy Baxter about Omicron, and in more detail about the return to school in Victoria in about a week under the current outbreak. What are the possible impacts on F2F learning and the workplace safety for teachers?

It's the last 'Einstein' for 2021, with the whole team on board! Dr Stacey compels us to become citizen scientists by sharing a study where, in a quest to measure microorganisms in the soil, scientists sent volunteers white, cotton underwear to bury in their gardens; Dr. Ailie is excited about flying helicopters on Mars; Dr. Jen regales us with the discovery of the first true millipede in Australia; Dr. Lauren chats about animal cognition and how we know what dogs are thinking; Dr. Laura stays on the dog theme as she teaches us about the role dogs (and bees) have in detecting COVID-19 cases; Dr. Euan brings us back to poo - specifically whale poo; Dr. Ray gives us the latest discoveries from homegrown deeptech companies; Dr. Linden looks at the intergenerational inequities in exposure to climate change; Chris KP takes us on an exploration into the Sun's atmosphere; and the team says goodbye to Dr. Krystal as she heads overseas to begin the next phase of her science adventures. With presenters Dr. Shane, Dr. Linden, Dr. Stacey, Dr. Krystal, Dr. Jen, Dr. Lauren, Dr. Laura, Dr. Euan, Dr. Ailie, Dr. Ray, Dr. Gracie, and Chris KP.

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This week in science news, we find out about hippopotamuses' gut biomes, fish kills, the creative sleep phase, and water freezing. Then, Professor David Bishop from Victoria University talks about new research into the relationship between exercise and mitochondria; Dr Larissa Nicholls from Monash University talks about new tailored approaches to domestic energy usage; and Chris KP links the value and roles of experts, cognitive biases and geological time. With presenters Dr. Shane, Chris KP, Dr. Jen, and Professor Euan. 

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Dr Shane discusses some of the latest science news about dinosaurs, animal breeding, and immunity with Dr Laura and Dr Ray; and Professor Peter Catcheside from Flinders University talks about new research looking at how windfarms and other noises might influence sleep.

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