WSIU DNA Files

WSIU Radio

The WSIU DNA Files is a local production of WSIU Public Radio in coordination with the national DNA Files III series. WSIU DNA Files uncovered local genetic projects and explored alternative uses of current genetic technology including umbilical cord stem cell donation, the genetic differences and similarities of twins, genetic tracking and modification in hatchery and wild sturgeon, and the ongoing debate between organic and GMO food. The DNA Files III is an award-winning NPR series that explores the mysterious world of the genome and its impact on life in the 21st century Produced by Berkeley, California-based SoundVision Productions.

Episodes

  1. 11/30/2007

    Morning Conversations (11-30-2007): GMO Foods

    WSIU Radio's Emily Ford talks with local agricultural scientists about genetically modified foods.

    5 min

  2. 11/27/2007

    Morning Conversations (11-27-2007): Medical Ethics

    WSIU Radio's Jennifer Fuller talks with Dr. David Steward, Chair of Medicine at the SIU School of Medicine, about the medical ethics of genetic testing. Advances in genetic testing have lead to a number of medical profiles that doctors can use to screen disease risk factors and other abnormalities.

    9 min

  3. 11/23/2007

    Morning Conversations (11-23-2007): Genetically Modified Corn

    WSIU Radio's Jennifer Fuller talks with Southern Illinois University Carbondale zoology professor Matt Whiles about his research into how genetically engineered corn might harm our waterways. A new study, co-authored by Whiles, shows that there are certain risks associated with the use of genetically engineered corn.

    9 min

  4. 11/16/2007

    Morning Conversations (11-16-2007): Fish Genetics

    WSIU Radio's Dan Kantor rides the rivers with experts studying the genetics of fish, and how hatcheries and waterways are affected by their DNA.

    5 min

  5. 11/09/2007

    Morning Conversations (11-09-07): Twins

    WSIU Radio's Emily Ford takes a closer look at the genetics of twins and how one local researcher hopes to find out more about why and how they're similar and different.

    5 min

  6. 11/06/2007

    Morning Conversations (11-06-07): Science Politics

    WSIU Radio's Jennifer Fuller talked recently with John Danforth about policy's role in the genetic debate for this week's installment of Morning Conversation - with a focus on DNA.

    8 min

  7. 11/02/2007

    Morning Conversations (11-02-07): Stem Cells

    In this week's installment of WSIU Radio's Morning Conversations, Jennifer fuller takes a look at a relatively unknown form of stem cells.

    5 min
  • 7 Episodes

About

The WSIU DNA Files is a local production of WSIU Public Radio in coordination with the national DNA Files III series. WSIU DNA Files uncovered local genetic projects and explored alternative uses of current genetic technology including umbilical cord stem cell donation, the genetic differences and similarities of twins, genetic tracking and modification in hatchery and wild sturgeon, and the ongoing debate between organic and GMO food. The DNA Files III is an award-winning NPR series that explores the mysterious world of the genome and its impact on life in the 21st century Produced by Berkeley, California-based SoundVision Productions.

Information

  • Creator
    WSIU Radio
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © WSIU Radio
  • Show Website
    WSIU DNA Files

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