Disease Vs

Dr Daniel Andrews, Monash University

Disease Vs is all about diving into the biggest battles in modern science — from cancer to antibiotic resistance — and uncover how breakthroughs in biomedical research are reshaping how we treat diseases and deal with global heath challenges!

  1. 28 may

    The Fertility Clock: Age, Eggs and Expectations

    Join Abbey, Marnie and Josiah as they delve into the world of female fertility. They investigate why fertility declines with age and what are some actional strategies for increasing their chances of conceiving, as well as looking ahead to what may be possible in the future. Shownotes/references.

  2. 25 may

    Microplastics, Macro-problem

    You've no doubt heard the headlines about microplastics and how much of these we are all consuming. But what does the science behind this say? And what are these microplastics doing in the body? Join Velda, Reece, Frank and Ziona as they delve into the science of microplastics and their impact on the body. Show notes/references.

  3. 25 may

    Break it down - how loss of self-tolerance causes autoimmunity

    Nothing is straight forward when it comes to autoimmunity and how it develops. It requires a combination of genetic and environmental factors to rear its ugly head. Join Shauna, Emma & Methul as the explore the complex world of autoimmunity. Show notes/references.

  4. 25 may

    Melanoma Uncovered: What Your Cells Are Trying to Tell You

    Ever wondered what makes melanoma the most dangerous form of skin cancer? It’s a diagnosis no one wants to hear, but there is growing hope. Advances in research and treatment are transforming outcomes and helping us fight this aggressive disease more effectively than ever before. Join Aditya, Nekesha & Aliyah as they explore the world of melanoma and what we can do to avoid this aggressive skin cancer. Show notes/references.

  5. 25 may

    Can COVID increase your chance of Alzheimer's disease?

    Can COVID increase your chance of Alzheimer's disease? Both COVID-19 & Alzheimer's disease have some overlapping effects on the brain, so it's certainly worthy of investigation! Join Laila, Simona & Max, as they get to the bottom of the links between COVID-19 & Alzheimer's disease. Show notes/references.

  6. 25 may

    One Shot Isn't Enough - Chasing the chameleon virus

    Have you ever wondered why the flu shot gets updated each year? And how do scientists work out how to chance the vaccine well ahead of time? Join Emma, Wendy & Hadik as they explore the answer to these questions and much more! Show notes/references.

  7. 22 may

    Fertility Eggsplained - Investigating Female Age-Related Infertility

    We all know that Female fertility declines with age - but why is this the case? And what can be done to give couples a better chance of conceiving? Join Dov, Charli & Jedid, as they explore female fertility and seek out potential solutions to help slow age-related infertility. Show notes/References.

  8. 20 may

    What Doesn't Kill Them Makes Them Stronger! - The Emergence of Antibiotic Resistance

    Imagine living in a world where a cut could be deadly. If we want to avoid this possibility in the future, we need antibiotics that actually work! Jonathan, Ash, Vidara & Victoria dive into to shed light on the emerging threat that is antibiotic resistance. Tune in to find out why this is such a big problem and to find out what you can do to help. Show notes/references

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Disease Vs is all about diving into the biggest battles in modern science — from cancer to antibiotic resistance — and uncover how breakthroughs in biomedical research are reshaping how we treat diseases and deal with global heath challenges!

Ficha técnica

  • Creado por
    Dr Daniel Andrews, Monash University
  • Años en activo
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodios
    20
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Derechos de autor
    © Dr Daniel Andrews, Monash University
  • Sitio web del podcast
    Disease Vs