Material Minds

Join us in this episode as we explore how large scale sensing of environmental health can be achieved through material innovations. Albenc Nexha, a postdoctoral researcher in the Structure Formation research department of INM, tells us how they're working to achieve this in the project I-Seed. It involves the development of nanoscience-powered biodegradable seed-like sensors that can be distributed in large open spaces and can be read out by drones. This innovation promises to transform how we interact with and understand our surroundings, paving the way for safer and more informed environmental decisions.

To learn more about Albenc, check out his webpage - https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/staff/d... and his LinkedIN page (   / albenc-nexha-8057231ab  )

To learn more about the I-Seed project, check out the project webpage ( https://iseedproject.eu/ ) and X/Twitter feed ( https://x.com/iSeed_project )


To get to know what our host, Shrikrishnan Sankaran, does, check out his group's webpage - https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/researc...

You can also find him on X/Twitter (   / shrikrishnans  ), LinkedIN (   / shrikrishnans  ), and Instagram (   / shirish.sankaran  )

To get to know more about the Leibniz Institute for New Materials, visit us at https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/ or find us on X/Twitter (   / leibniz_inm  ), LinkedIN (   / inm-leibniz-institute-for-new-materials  ), and Instagram (   / leibniz_inm  )

Join us in this episode as we dive into the intriguing world of synthetic biology with Alexandra Fischer, a PhD student in the Materials Synthetic Biology research department at INM. Discover how Alexandra's groundbreaking research on creating compartments in living cells using light is revolutionizing our understanding of cellular processes. Learn how she combines optogenetics and liquid-liquid phase separation of achieve biomolecular condensation on-demand in mammalian cells. Finally, find out how these innovations could pave the way for new applications in biotechnology.

To learn more about Alexandra, check out her LinkedIN page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra...

To learn more about the science she describes, check out these publications:
https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/s...
https://doi.org/10.1002/smll.202311834

To get to know what our host, Shrikrishnan Sankaran, does, check out his group's webpage - https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/researc...

You can also find him on X/Twitter ( https://twitter.com/ShrikrishnanS ), LinkedIN ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrikrish... ), and Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/shirish.san... )

To get to know more about the Leibniz Institute for New Materials, visit us at https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/ or find us on X/Twitter ( https://twitter.com/Leibniz_INM ), LinkedIN ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/inm-... ), and Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/leibniz_inm/ )

oin us this episode as we dive into the cutting-edge of Energy Materials with Mohammad Torkamanzadeh, a postdoctoral researcher at INM. Fresh from completing his PhD, Mohammad shares groundbreaking insights into electrochemical water desalination —innovatively extracting salts and specific ions, like precious lithium needed for batteries, using specialized electrodes and cells. His research illuminates the hidden treasures in water and how science is unlocking these resources to forge a better world.  To learn more about Mohammad, check out his webpage - https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/staff/m-sc-torkamanzadeh-mohammad/ You can also find him on LinkedIN (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mtorkaman/ )  To get to know what our host, Shrikrishnan Sankaran, does, check out his group's webpage - https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/research/research-groups/bioprogrammable-materials/ You can also find him on X/Twitter ( https://twitter.com/ShrikrishnanS ), LinkedIN ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrikrishnans/ ), and Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/shirish.sankaran/ )  To get to know more about the Leibniz Institute for New Materials, visit us at https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/ or find us on X/Twitter ( https://twitter.com/Leibniz_INM ), LinkedIN ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/inm-leibniz-institute-for-new-materials/ ), and Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/leibniz_inm/ )

Join us in this episode of the Material Minds podcast as we sit down with Oskar Staufer, head of the Immuno Materials research group at the INM, to explore groundbreaking materials science. Oskar takes us on a journey through his career, sharing insights into his fascination with slime molds, the creation of bacterial jewelry, and one of his favorite materials, which he brought along with him. We dive into his innovative research on synthetic cells, aiming to shed new light on cancer and improve treatment options. This conversation is not just about the science but also about the passion that drives discoveries leading to a better world.  To learn more about Oskar, check out his group's webpage - https://stauferlab.com/ You can also find him on X/Twitter ( https://twitter.com/OStaufer ) and LinkedIN ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/oskar-staufer-24423a241/ )  To get to know what our host, Shrikrishnan Sankaran, does, check out his group's webpage - https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/research/research-groups/bioprogrammable-materials/ You can also find him on X/Twitter ( https://twitter.com/ShrikrishnanS ), LinkedIN ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrikrishnans/ ), and Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/shirish.sankaran/ )  To get to know more about the Leibniz Institute for New Materials, visit us at https://www.leibniz-inm.de/en/ or find us on X/Twitter ( https://twitter.com/Leibniz_INM ), LinkedIN ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/inm-leibniz-institute-for-new-materials/ ), and Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/leibniz_inm/ )

In this Episode we have an insightful conversation with Sara Trujillo, head of the Materials Host Interactions Research Group at INM. Learn about her groundbreaking work on cell interactions, the remarkable story of Fluffy's bone regeneration, and her latest endeavors in ensuring new materials are safe for use in the body. Sara also shares her passion for blending science with art, revealing her favorite material. Join us for this journey into the future of biocompatible innovations.

Join us on the Material Minds Podcast as we delve into the world of innovative materials with Roland Bennewitz, Head of the Interactive Surfaces Research Department at INM. Discover how he accidentally made nanodiamonds, the intriguing feel of gift wrap paper, and Roland's personal journey in research. Plus, don't miss our fun game to get to know our guest and his favorite materials for a better world.