The Research Beat

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The Research Beat is a weekly podcast powered by Audemic where our guest researchers tell us about their research topic, the impact of their research and how they perceive their profession. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

  1. #21 Consciousness Unveiled: Exploring Disorders, Data Hoarding, and the Future of Medical AI

    10/10/2023

    #21 Consciousness Unveiled: Exploring Disorders, Data Hoarding, and the Future of Medical AI

    In this gripping episode 21, we chat with Mackenzie Graham, a Senior Research Fellow in Imaging and Data Ethics at the Wellcome Centre for Ethics and Humanities. Join us on an exciting journey as we delve deep into the world of cutting-edge research, exploring the intriguing topics of consciousness, data hoarding, and the evolving landscape of medical AI. Mackenzie offers profound insights into disorders of consciousness, questions about hidden awareness in coma patients, the ethical dimensions of our data-driven world, and the trustworthiness of medical AI. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

    42 min
  2. #20 Poetry and Progress: What’s the True Purpose of Academia in the Modern World?

    19/07/2023

    #20 Poetry and Progress: What’s the True Purpose of Academia in the Modern World?

    Join us in episode 20 as we meet Edward Clarke, poet and academic, to talk about his latest book and the intricate research going into it. Plus, we ask how research in the humanities differs from the sciences, and consider whether the constant drive for novelty in academia is really a good thing. And finally, what does the word ‘evolution’ mean to you – is it right to view university as a job factory? Listen in to find out more! Want to know more Audemic? Visit audemic.io

    32 min
  3. #19 Paying Your Way: The Search for Funding in Academia

    27/06/2023

    #19 Paying Your Way: The Search for Funding in Academia

    Join us in episode #19 with Kate Gardner, co-founder of ScientifyResearch, the research funding database unlocking new opportunities for academics all over the world. If you thought you knew all there is to know about looking for funding, then think again. Kate tells us how her company got started, and shares her vision for the future of the familiar funding search. This is one you won’t want to miss! Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

    29 min
  4. #18 Emotion and Reason: How Do Feelings Affect Your Thinking?

    23/05/2023

    #18 Emotion and Reason: How Do Feelings Affect Your Thinking?

    Join us in episode 18 with philosopher Amna Whiston as we delve into the nature of emotion and empathy. How do feelings affect our decision-making skills, and is their role undervalued in the academic world? Plus, we touch on the thorny issue of academic journals rejecting paper submissions – does acceptance really come down to the luck of the draw? Finally, we take an eye-opening look at growing rates of psychiatric drug use in young people. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

    40 min
  5. #17 The Do’s and Don’ts of Digital Intelligence: How Literate Are You?

    25/04/2023

    #17 The Do’s and Don’ts of Digital Intelligence: How Literate Are You?

    What is digital intelligence? And what are the real differences between reading a book and reading online? Discover the answers with us in episode 17, as we chat to Samantha-Kaye Johnston, research fellow in education at Jesus College, Oxford. Find out about Sam’s UNESCO project, search engine bias, and global efforts to improve students’ reading ability. Plus, AI chatbots, and what they mean for the future of education. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

    43 min
  6. #16 Playing with Fire? Steroid Resistance and Academic Toxicity

    11/04/2023

    #16 Playing with Fire? Steroid Resistance and Academic Toxicity

    Episode 16 is a corker – an extended firestorm of an interview with Aamir Hussain, founder of ResearchTribe. We talk about steroid overuse in treating asthma patients, before opening up on the truth about academic toxicity. Is academia always a healthy environment, and does it allow you to build a life outside your work? Plus, we consider the unseen damage caused by the Western lifestyle. Get ready to have your opinions challenged! Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

    1 h 1 min
  7. #15 Engineering the Future: Cooling the Internal Combustion Engine

    22/03/2023

    #15 Engineering the Future: Cooling the Internal Combustion Engine

    Join us in episode 15 with Tejo Jehart, Oxford engineer, as we shrink ourselves down to the size of ants and take a look at the intricacies of the internal combustion engine. How can we cool it down and why would we want to do that in the first place? Plus, we talk about funding difficulties, and accelerate into the issue of Formula 1, sustainability and futuristic fuels. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

    34 min
  8. #14 Action Research: Lighting a Fire in Further Education

    13/03/2023

    #14 Action Research: Lighting a Fire in Further Education

    Join us in episode 14 for a candid conversation with Martine Ellis, writer, coach and educator on wellbeing-driven productivity. What is action research, and why is wellbeing so important in academia? Plus, we talk about perceived tensions between further and higher education, and discover how saying ‘no’ can make your academic life a whole lot healthier. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

    38 min
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The Research Beat is a weekly podcast powered by Audemic where our guest researchers tell us about their research topic, the impact of their research and how they perceive their profession. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Ficha técnica

  • Creado por
    Audemic
  • Años en activo
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodios
    31
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Derechos de autor
    © Audemic
  • Sitio web del podcast
    The Research Beat