Technically Speaking | a science and engineering discussion

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April 29, 2021 What‘s so difficult about communicating science?
Laura, Rwayda, Aneeqa, Ellie, Amina, Ghalia and Antonia talk about their passion of, and some frustrations with, how science is communicated to non-experts. In this wide ranging episode we ask: What do pineapples have to do with nuclear fusion? Can you trust wildlife documentaries or reports about carbon offsetting? How does science keep us safe?

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42 min
April 15, 2021 What are we doing with nuclear waste?
Amina, Cara, Antonia and Laura share what they know about nuclear waste generated in the UK and speculate on what society might do with it in the future.

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20 min
April 02, 2021 How can you make me care about concrete?
Aneeqa, Rwayda, Cara and Laura discuss using concrete to build a dream home as well as some iconic structures: the Renold Building at The University of Manchester, The Clackmannanshire bridge and a museum in Dundee.
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29 min
March 19, 2021 How can nuclear power help beat climate change?
Aneeqa, Cara, Amina and Laura share their reasons for tackling climate change, speculate about what life would be like if fossil fuels weren't currently part of the UK energy mix, and talk about what they percieve to be the pros and cons of some zero carbon alternatives.
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20 min
March 04, 2021 What do you think you know about nuclear power?
Amina, Cara, Laura and Aneeqa intended to talk about how nuclear power can contribute to averting the climate emergency but never really got there! Instead, they shared their perspectives on what nuclear power is, what it does for people, and some of the challenges the industry faces as well as their own personal experiences. Rwayda joins in the conversation to offer a non-expert perspective.
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26 min
February 25, 2021 What does risk mean to us?
Laura and Aneeqa discuss what they mean by risk and how they deal with it as nuclear scientists.
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22 min

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Dive deep into the world of science and engineering with engaging discussions and thought provoking debates. The team share insights from careers in science and engineering, combining expert knowledge and scientific thinking with a touch of humour to make even the most complex topics accessible and entertaining for both enthusiasts and casual listeners.