Science and technology are moving fast. And while they can transform health for all of us, regulation must keep up to prevent potential misuse of innovations. Ignacio Vázquez, Policy Lead at Wellcome, shares the latest analysis.

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Learn more about AVATAR therapy and its impact on mental health on ‘When Science Finds a Way’.  

 

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👤 Can digital avatars help with mental health treatment?

In this episode of ‘When Science Finds a Way’, Alisha Wainwright speaks with Dr Vaughan Bell about AVATAR therapy — a groundbreaking approach that could help patients engage with distressing voices and regain control.

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01:21 Guest introduction: Dr Vaughan Bell

01:52 Understanding the experience of hearing voices

02:53 Current treatments for people hearing voices and their efficacy

05:24 Dr Tom Ward: introduction to AVATAR Therapy

09:06 The difference between AVATAR Therapy and other therapeutic interventions for hearing voices

13:42 Ruth Mathieson reflects on her experience as a trial participant for AVATAR Therapy

18:14 Dr Vaughan Bell reacts to the positive impact AVATAR therapy had on Ruth's life

21:03 Challenges in facilitating dialogue between patients and voices

22:47 Dr Clem Edwards: AVATAR2 and the importance of lived experience

27:46 Centering agency in mental health treatment development

28:58 Findings from AVATAR2 trail and plans to expand research internationally

32:50 The importance of diversity and representation in mental health research

34:05 Alisha reflects on human vs digital dialogues as a therapeutic intervention

36:27 Potential of AVATAR Therapy for other mental health conditions

38:41 Closing remarks and acknowledgements

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Faraja Chiwanga from @muhimbilitv847 shares how research improves her work as a medical doctor.

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Jai Das from @AKUGlobal shares what inspired his research career – and how it has changed the way he thinks about approaching and solving a single problem.

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In this episode of ‘When Science Finds a Way’, we explore how genomics is making personalised cancer care a reality.  

 

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Genomics has revolutionised cancer research, offering new insights into the genetic origins of the disease. But how do we turn research into real-world treatments?

Host Alisha Wainwright speaks with Dr Peter Campbell and researchers worldwide to discuss the breakthroughs and the issue of ensuring fair access to advancements for patients worldwide.

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01:02 Guest introduction: Dr Peter Campbell

02:05 What happens at the genetic level when someone has cancer?

03:21 Origins of the Human Genome Project

05:37 What does it mean to sequence the genome?

07:53 How the International Cancer Genome Consortium has shaped our understanding of cancer

16:57 Understanding the differences between hereditary genetic tests and cancer genome sequencing

18:46 Behavioural Health Researcher Sara Gómez Trillos discusses issues of equity and access in cancer genomics research

21:48 Challenges of applying high level research into clinical contexts

24:19 Dr Solomon Rotimi reflects on the value of open-source data, and the limitations of cancer genomics research in Africa

27:25 The significance of population-level research in understanding cancer risk variations globally

31:33 The future of genomics in personalising patient diagnosis and treatment

36:12 Closing remarks and acknowledgements

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Health research needs creative thinkers. People who can think outside the box to solve some of the world’s biggest health challenges.

Bryan Bryson gets it. He’s working to develop new tools to control tuberculosis – for him, creativity and innovation play an essential ole.

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Bernard Abongo from the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) never dreamed of becoming a researcher. But an opportunity to go to university and study biomedical science unexpectedly set him on the path to climate and health research.

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We explore the innovative mapping techniques being used in Kenya to identify hotspots.

 

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