Lab Rat Chat

Lab Rat Chat
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Lab Rat Chat Podcast

A podcast dedicated to providing an accurate and alternate narrative to the public regarding the necessity of humane and ethical animal research. Lab Rat Chat was made possible through the Michael D. Hayre Fellowship in Public Outreach, which is sponsored by the biomedical research advocacy group Americans for Medical Progress.

  1. 15 FEB

    News Bite - February 2024

    Hold onto your lab coats as we delve into the astonishing medic skills of the Matabelle ants and their natural antibiotics, a discovery with implications that could ripple through human healthcare. We'll chuckle together at AI's attempts at artistic genius and its more practical uses in the operating room, and then ponder the ethical maze surrounding a pioneering pig liver medical procedure. Allergies got you sniffling? We've got the scoop on how nanoparticles might be the game-changer w...

    40 min

  2. 16/11/2023

    News Bite - November 2023

    Ever felt curious about the behind-the-scenes of animal research and the fascinating technologies being leveraged? Well, strap in as we embark on an enlightening journey, unveiling the intriguing world of animal research and its advancements through the lens of CRISPR-Cas9. We're discussing how a team at the University of Basel is revolutionizing gene-editing to minimize the use of mice in muscle disease studies. Our discussion doesn't stop at gene editing! We dive into the nitty-gritty of ho...

    32 min

  3. 15/10/2023

    News Bite - October 2023

    News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:Ever wondered if taurine could be the secret to longevity and health span? We got curious and decided to investigate. With insights from animal studies, we explore if taurine could help combat obesity, inflammation, blood pressure, and type two diabetes. Brace yourselves as we ste...

    35 min

  4. 15/08/2023

    34. Trailblazing Approaches to Sarcoma Treatment

    Lab Rat Chat - Episode 34 with Dr. Ben WylieGet ready to embark on a fascinating scientific journey with our esteemed guest, Dr. Ben Wylie. We know you're curious about his career journey, his cutting-edge work in sarcoma research, and his innovative approach towards cancer treatment. So, we promise you an enlightening conversation that is sure to feed your curiosity and inspire your scientific spirit.In the first part of our conversation, Dr. Wylie takes us through his journey, from hi...

    35 min

  5. 27/06/2023

    News Bite - June 2023

    News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:New birth control injection for female catsMaking experiments more natural to better understand the brainWound healing ink and 3D-printed applicator pensPotential cause of chronic pain associated with long COVIDLinks to all these stories can be found belowIn this episode, we also tackle...

    37 min

  6. 19/06/2023

    33. Unlocking Mental Health: The Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelics

    Lab Rat Chat - Episode 33 with Dr. Alejando Torrado-PachecoWhat if psychedelics could hold the key to improving mental health? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Alejandro Torrado-Pacheco, a postdoc from Oregon Health Sciences University, as we journey through the world of psychedelics and their potential therapeutic applications. Alejandro shares his unique background, from growing up in Europe and studying physics, to ultimately transitioning into neuroscience and then behaviora...

    32 min

  7. 04/05/2023

    News Bite - May 2023

    News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:The rapid evolution of the dogs of ChernobylA mouse study that correlates nose picking with Alzheimer'sHow hibernating bears, pigs in small enclosures, and immobile humans avoid blood clotsThe quest to save the bees using robotic bees and artificial intelligenceLinks to all these storie...

    37 min

  8. 04/04/2023

    News Bite - March/April 2023

    News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:March is National Kidney Month!How NAD+ and NMN can slow, stop, and even reverse kidney diseaseScientists have been able to create mice from the cells of two male miceDid you know beetles mainly absorb water from their butts?Superb Fairy Wrens and their willingness to fight for their fr...

    39 min
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A podcast dedicated to providing an accurate and alternate narrative to the public regarding the necessity of humane and ethical animal research. Lab Rat Chat was made possible through the Michael D. Hayre Fellowship in Public Outreach, which is sponsored by the biomedical research advocacy group Americans for Medical Progress.

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  • Creator
    Lab Rat Chat
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Lab Rat Chat
  • Show Website
    Lab Rat Chat

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