Tiny Expeditions - A Podcast about Genetics, DNA and Inheritance

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology
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Tiny Expeditions is all about taking little journeys into the tiny science of genetics, DNA and inheritance. This podcast doesn't shy away from science, but it's produced with you in mind. Everyone should be able to listen and walk away feeling smarter about the genetic code that defines the world around us.

  1. 8월 11일

    Turning Pain Into Purpose: Advocating for Families with Rett Syndrome

    What happens when a rare disease diagnosis changes everything? When you're told your child will never walk, never talk. On this episode, we learn about Rett Syndrome and sit down with a parent who became his daughter’s fiercest champion and a patient advocate committed to giving these families hope. Join us for an inspiring conversation about finding strength, building community, and living life to the fullest. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Turning Pain Into Purpose: Advocating for Families with Rett Syndrome.” Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

    25분

  2. 7월 3일

    DNA Clues: Diagnosing the Undiagnosed

    When more than 20 children worldwide developed similar neurodevelopmental symptoms, scientists turned to DNA for answers. In this episode, we explore how researchers used innovative genetic tools—and a little matchmaking—to identify variants in the gene ZMYM3 as a potential cause. Go behind the scenes in the lab to see how science is ending diagnostic odysseys for families around the world. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit "DNA Clues: Diagnosing the Undiagnosed."  Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

    28분

  3. 6월 6일

    Brain Health: What happens when things go wrong?

    Ever wondered what makes your brain so incredibly complex, or what happens when things go wrong? Join us for this tiny expedition as we demystify brain health and disease, breaking down the intricate cellular makeup of the brain and its vital functions. You’ll learn about the spectrum of brain diseases and disorders and how ongoing research is transforming our understanding of these often devastating diseases. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Brain Health: What happens when things go wrong?” Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

    29분

  4. 시즌6 예고편

    Tiny Expeditions Season 6 Promo

    Get ready to dive into the most complex organ in your body: the brain! Our new season of Tiny Expeditions is all about brain health – what makes a brain healthy, what can go wrong, and how cutting-edge science is fighting diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and more. We'll talk to leading scientists about their groundbreaking research and hear powerful stories from individuals and families directly impacted by these conditions.  Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

    1분

  5. 2024. 11. 26.

    Tiny Expeditions Takes on Screenwriting: The Great Goose Genetic Espionage

    Join us for the Season 5 finale as we take you inside the Tiny Expeditions Writers’ Room. We tried our hand at writing a science fiction movie script and consulted with our expert guest to help us determine whether the science was accurate.  To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Tiny Expeditions Takes on Screenwriting: The Great Goose Genetic Espionage.”  Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

    24분

  6. 2024. 10. 18.

    Blending Science and Storytelling: Insights from Hollywood Filmmakers

    Join us for part two of our tiny expedition into the Hollywood writers’ room. We wrap up our conversation with a pair of filmmakers, exploring the ways that science and Hollywood influence each other, current scientific topic trends in Hollywood, and the scientific method as a storytelling structure. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Blending Science and Storytelling: Insights from Hollywood Filmmakers.”  Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

    31분

  7. 2024. 09. 26.

    The Art of Science in Cinema: Insights from Hollywood Filmmakers

    Join us for this tiny expedition into the metaphorical writer’s room as we chat with a pair of Hollywood filmmakers. We will explore the challenges of accurately portraying scientific concepts in movies, the balance between fact and fiction, and the impact of science fiction on both audiences and creators. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “The Art of Science in Cinema: Insights from Hollywood Filmmakers.” Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

    29분

  8. 2024. 08. 29.

    Genetic Engineering Part Deux: The One NOT About Ethics

    Join us for part two of our tiny expedition into the world of Hollywood genetic engineering. In this episode, we explore the possibilities and Hollywood elaborations of genetic engineering.  To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Genetic Engineering Part Deux: The One NOT About Ethics.”  Thanks for listening! We're now on YouTube- follow us here. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

    24분
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Tiny Expeditions is all about taking little journeys into the tiny science of genetics, DNA and inheritance. This podcast doesn't shy away from science, but it's produced with you in mind. Everyone should be able to listen and walk away feeling smarter about the genetic code that defines the world around us.

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