University of California Audio Podcasts (Audio)

The research programs at UCSF's Orthopaedic Trauma Institute are geared towards mitigating the negative impact on people's lives and helping them recover from injury. Series: "What is the Orthopaedic Trauma Institute?" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36085]

New film release models, cinemas in a post-COVID world, and opening night vibes at Magic Mike XXL all arise in this conversation about moviegoing during a pandemic between New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis, Art House Convergence managing director Alison Kozberg, and UC-Santa Barbara professor Ross Melnick. In this video, the three reminisce about favorite movie theater memories and find hope in the potential for revitalized public cinema going after the current health crisis. Series: "Carsey-Wolf Center" [Humanities] [Show ID: 36064]

Recharge Net Metering (ReNeM) is a novel incentive program that encourages individual efforts to use excess surface water to improve groundwater supply and quality. ReNeM engages agencies, researchers, and regional stakeholders in collaboration towards common sustainability goals. A ReNeMe pilot program was launched in the Pajaro Valley, Central Coastal California. This short video describes the ReNeM program, how it is run, and the benefits it may provide. Series: "Sustainable California" [Science] [Show ID: 36130]

David "Davey" Smith, MD outlines the keys to survival including testing to know where the pathogen is, treating those who have it, and developing vaccines to protect those at risk. He shares what types of testing and treatments are currently available and how research is progressing. Series: "UC San Diego Foundation Board" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36141]

Lars Bode, PhD discusses the potential links between human milk and human diseases. He explains his lab's work to create COVID-19 therapies based on human milk. Series: "UC San Diego Foundation Board" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36142]

How do we open society and campus while mitigating COVID-19 morbidity? With no vaccine currently available, what can be done now? Natasha Martin, DPhil, PhD shares how a smart public health monitoring and reaction approach could work and how UC San Diego plans to implement this plan. Series: "UC San Diego Foundation Board" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Show ID: 36143]

David Pride, MD, PhD discusses the infrastructure that allows UC San Diego to respond to a public health crisis such as COVID-19. He also shares how creating a Center for Emerging Infections would benefit the region and the state. Series: "UC San Diego Foundation Board" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36144]

Glowing blue waves and unusual ocean conditions wowed the world during Southern California's recent history-making red tide event. Join Scripps Institution of Oceanography bioluminescence expert Michael Latz, Ph.D. and dive into the world of living light, get an insider's look at the most recent red tide event, and learn why scientists still have so many questions about this natural phenomenon. Series: "Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series" [Science] [Show ID: 35703]

How can cities pinpoint and respond to citizen needs during a pandemic? Kirby Brady, director of the Performance and Analytics Department for the City of San Diego, explains how San Diego is leveraging data to improve city services and innovate traditional city processes. Series: "Career Channel" [Public Affairs] [Business] [Show ID: 36040]

Are you thinking of loading up the family truckster and heading out on a summer road trip? Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi have some tips and tricks to make your vacation a success. From fun road games to the best apps, learn how to prep and plan for life on the open road with kids. Series: "STEAM: Adding Arts to STEM Education" [Education] [Show ID: 36072]