Episodes

  • #6. Corals | Adriana Humanes

    #6. Corals | Adriana Humanes
    Aug 1 2021
    Marine ecologist Adriana Humanes researches why some corals are more resistant than others, and how to make reef ecosystems more resilient to climate change. In this final episode, we talk all things corals but also about the importance of luck and nationality in the research career. Music by Borrtex and Vasily Novikov. Hosted by Pablo Izquierdo. #HowToSci ☕ Want to get me a coffee? -> ko-fi.com/howtosci
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    38 mins
  • #5. Black in cancer | Sigourney Bell

    #5. Black in cancer | Sigourney Bell
    Jul 1 2021
    Sigourney Bell works at the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute at the University of Cambridge. She focuses on developing novel models and therapeutics for a rare paediatric tumour which currently has little to no treatment options beyond surgery. Sigourney is also a co-founder of Black in Cancer, an organisation that aims to empower and encourage future Black Cancer leaders while reducing cancer disparities through education and advocacy. She was recently named as a Forbes 30 under 30 honouree for her work. Music by Psychedelic Pedestrian and Vasily Novikov. Hosted by Pablo Izquierdo. #HowToSci
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    39 mins
  • #4. Special: Taylor's brain | Dani Ruiz & Makis Tzioras

    #4. Special: Taylor's brain | Dani Ruiz & Makis Tzioras
    Jun 1 2021
    Neuroscientists Dani Ruiz and Makis Tzioras join me for a special episode on neuroscience and pop culture (ft. Taylor Swift). A lot is going on in the world, and is there anything better than people speaking about the things they love? Hosted by Pablo Izquierdo. #HowToSci
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    34 mins
  • #3. The brain's immune cells | Makis Tzioras

    #3. The brain's immune cells | Makis Tzioras
    May 1 2021
    Makis Tzioras is a neuroscientist who studies the brain’s immune cells, and how they can cause dementia - or help us prevent it. In this episode, we speak about brain donors, how to tell if a mouse is dementing, the importance of having a good mentor and much more. Music by Scott Buckley and Vasily Novikov. Hosted by Pablo Izquierdo. #HowToSci
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    32 mins
  • #2. Element 117 | Clarice Phelps

    #2. Element 117 | Clarice Phelps
    Apr 1 2021
    Clarice Phelps is a nuclear chemist and mechanical engineer who became part of the history of science in 2014, as she and her team took part in the discovery of element 117, Tennessine. In this episode, we speak about chemistry, ships powered by nuclear reactors, fitting in in academia and accepting failure. Music by Borrtex and Vasily Novikov. Hosted by Pablo Izquierdo. #HowToSci
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    35 mins
  • #1. Virus | Efra Rivera-Serrano

    #1. Virus | Efra Rivera-Serrano
    Mar 10 2021
    Efra Rivera-Serrano is a virologist who decided to switch gears when the pandemic hit, and now works as a full-time science communicator. In this episode, we speak about viruses (a lot), leaving academia, missing home, and the impact that social media has on us. Music by Borrtex and Vasily Novikov. Hosted by Pablo Izquierdo. #HowToSci
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    35 mins
  • #0. Here's the thing

    #0. Here's the thing
    Mar 4 2021
    Science is diverse and so are the people who do it. This is a podcast series to celebrate that. Here's a short trailer just to set the mood. Enjoy, and stay tuned for 6 great conversations about science and scientists coming up! #HowToSci
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    3 mins