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By Institute on Science for Global Policy (ISGP)Science
ISGP's "The Forum" episodes
- Ep. 91: When Life Gives You EmissionsHOT TOPIC: Carbon dioxide utilization.Carbon dioxide utilization describes the process of transforming this greenhouse gas into marketable products, like chemicals or fuels. Can carbon dioxide utilization be a realistic, profitable solution to climate change? What challenges hinder this overly ideal option?Featuring: Andrew Bocarsly, Princeton UniversitySocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.31 min
- Ep. 90: Buggin' OutHOT TOPIC: Insect protein.Experts agree that relying on animal meat as our primary protein source in the future is unsustainable. Could the use of insect protein in human food and animal feed realistically decrease our dependence on meat? And could eating insects actually save insects from extinction?Featuring: Arnold Van Huis, Wageningen UniversitySocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.33 min
- Ep. 89: Back to the NuclearHOT TOPIC: Nuclear energy and society.What does a nuclear meltdown actually entail, and how should environmental justice concerns influence decisions about nuclear power? Part two of our two-episode miniseries on nuclear energy examines risks related to climate change, waste disposal, and more in this socially charged conversation.Featuring: Steven Krahn, Vanderbilt University, and Randolph Haluza-DeLay, The King's UniversitySocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.28 min
- Ep. 88: The Reactor FactorHOT TOPIC: Nuclear energy generation and waste.Nuclear power has been around for awhile and is one of the most technologically advanced forms of zero-carbon energy in our arsenal. In Part 1 of our two-episode miniseries on the subject, learn about nuclear energy generation and associated waste management.Featuring: Steven Krahn, Vanderbilt UniversitySocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.29 min
- Ep. 87: Under PressureHOT TOPIC: Carbon dioxide capture and storage.One possible solution to climate change is carbon dioxide capture and storage (CCS), whereby CO2 is collected and then sequestered underground. How does this process work, where is it already occurring, and how did the U.S. government recently encourage its expansion?Featuring: Steve Pacala, Princeton UniversitySocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.31 min
- Ep. 86: Silly Rabbit, Trix Aren't for KidsHOT TOPIC: Food labelling and dietary patterns.A growing body of evidence following the implementation of Chile's Law on Food Labelling and Advertising suggests that dietary patterns are influenced by food packages and advertising. How did Chile pass a law that restricts food mascots, mandates labels for unhealthy ingredients, and eliminates child-targeted marketing? Why haven't other countries been successful with similar attempts?Featuring: Jaime Burrows, Ministry of Health of ChileSocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.31 min
- Ep. 85: Pollination NationHOT TOPIC: Pollinators.Bees are quite possibly the most important pollinators on the planet, but their well-being is under siege. Learn what's happening to the bees, how this could affect our food system, and what governments and individuals are doing to help address the problem.Featuring: Mark Winston, Simon Fraser UniversitySocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.28 min
- Ep. 84: The Representation ApproximationHOT TOPIC: Portrayal of scientists in pop culture.The public's impression of scientists (and science as a whole) is often shaped by characters depicted in TV or movies. How has the portrayal of scientists in the entertainment industry changed over time, and what can a show like The Big Bang Theory teach us about the strategic use of science in pop culture?Featuring: Ingrid Ockert, Science History Institute, and David Saltzberg, UCLA/The Big Bang TheorySocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.31 min
- Ep. 83: Take It to the [Seed] BankHOT TOPIC: Seed banks.Regional, national, and international seed banks have an important role in preserving plant genetic material. Learn how proper operation of these facilities helps safeguard our agricultural future while preserving heritage and promoting health.Featuring: Lise Lykke Steffensen, NordGenSocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.32 min
- Ep. 82: Last Name Diversity, First Name BioHOT TOPIC: Biodiversity.What is biodiversity, how is it measured, and why is it important? In this episode, learn about biodiversity management and how this practice interacts with agriculture, value systems, and policy.Featuring: Daniel Karp, University of California Davis, and Lizzie Callaway, University of UtahSocialize with science on Twitter and Facebook using @ISGPforum.Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.40 min
About ISGP's "The Forum"
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“The Forum,” where science comes to socialize, is a biweekly audio podcast produced by a team of female scientists who specialize in contextualizing S&T advances for sci-curious novices and experts alike. The show is hosted by the Institute on Science for Global Policy (ISGP).
Interested in infectious disease, food security, climate change, or synthetic biology? Curious about how scientific advancements, such as GMOs or medical interventions, are regulated? Wonder how science might help us solve society’s most pressing challenges, and how it might come up short? With new episodes released every-other Monday, you’ll always be in-the-know about today’s science without having to break out your old high school textbooks.
(Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views of conference participants (Episodes 1-74) or featured guests (Episodes 75+). Furthermore, a member of the co-host team is currently employed by the U.S. Department of State, but the views expressed in these episodes are not necessarily those of the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit www.ISGPforum.org.)