Influencers@Lincoln

Influencers@Lincoln

By Dr Hafsa AhmedEducation
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Influencers@Lincoln episodes

  • Influencers@Lincoln - A conversation with Provost of Lincoln University – Prof. Chad Hewitt
    In this episode, Hafsa talks with Lincoln University’s new Provost – Prof. Chad Hewitt. He has previously held positions as Professor at Murdoch University responsible for establishing the Murdoch Biosecurity and One Health Research Centre within the Harry Butler Institute and as the Murdoch Defence Research Coordinator; Dean of Science and Head of the School of Science at the University of Waikato; Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research) at CQUniversity;
    25 min
  • Influencers@Lincoln - From thoughtscapes to landscapes
    In this episode, Hafsa speaks with Professor Pablo Gregorini about his research into the role of animal foods in healthy, sustainable and ethical diets. Pablo also shares the exciting innovative approaches being used by the team at the Centre of Excellence for Designing Future Productive Landscapes.
    30 min
  • Influencers@Lincoln - Red meat sector emissions – myth versus reality
    In this episode, Hafsa speaks with Professor Derrick Moot who leads the dryland pastures research programme at the university and recently summarised the work of a number of scientists to highlight that Land use and productivity changes in the red meat sector mean absolute emissions have declined by 30% and emissions per unit of product by 40% since 1990. If its hard to believe, listen to the full conversation to find out more.
    30 min
  • Influencers@Lincoln - Can altitude alter your physiology?
    In this episode, Hafsa speaks with Professor Michael Hamlin who specialises in the effects of human physiology and is an expert on altitude/hypoxic training. His work in sport and exercise has application to recovery techniques post-surgery, combating diabetes, cancer and understanding concussion.
    23 min
  • Influencers@Lincoln - Ever heard of career crafting?
    In this episode, Hafsa speaks with Dr Mohini Vidwans who has developed a career crafting matrix. Mohini shared details about the journeys of various accountants from the first Māori accountant to the women accountants who became trailblazers across the world
    22 min
  • Influencers@Lincoln - Let’s talk transport mobilities
    In this episode, Hafsa speaks with Dr Helen Fitt whose work focuses on tourist mobilities, and particularly tourists’ use of land transport. Helen has worked on different projects focusing in this area which includes exploring the possible implications of driverless cars for an ageing society, the use of electric vehicles in tourism and shared mobility. Helen believes through improving transport systems we can contribute to improving our environment, health, and society
    24 min
  • Influencers@Lincoln - What is the impact of urban sprawl?
    In this episode, Hafsa speaks with Dr Catherine Elliot who is an applied exercise scientist interested in public health research, with a focus on health promotion and the early detection and prevention of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). She shares details about the impact of urban sprawl and why active transport is becoming even more critical in current times.
    26 min

About Influencers@Lincoln

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Lincoln academic Dr Hafsa Ahmed talks to colleagues and students about their work and how it addresses some of the issues facing our food and fibre sector.