15 episodes
Cuppa with a Scientist Loughborough University
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‘Cuppa with a Scientist' is a podcast that aims to inspire the next generation of scientists. Hosted by Loughborough University's PR and Communications Officer – and aspiring scientist – Meg Cox, the series interviews a different scientist each episode about their academic journey to the top. The show will discuss how some of Loughborough’s academic stars went from a confused teenager choosing A-Level subjects to a leader in their field – sharing plenty of weird and wonderful stories and golden nuggets of advice in between.As well as keeping your ears and brain entertained, ‘Cuppa with a Scientist’ aims to dispel the myth that all scientists wear white lab coats and provide an insight into how vast the world of science really is.
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E13 - Cuppa with a... Material Scientist
Dr Pooja Goddard, a Royal Society Industry Fellow and senior lecturer in Chemistry, joins Cuppa with a Scientist to discuss increasing diversity in science and higher education, and where issues seem to lie.
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E12 - Cuppa with a... political communication scientist
Professor Andrew Chadwick, an expert in Political Communication, discusses his academic journey, advice for students hoping to pursue communication, and how social sciences can improve our online communication.
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E11 - Cuppa with a... Freshwater Scientist
But what exactly is ‘greenwashing’ and why is it an issue? Dr Tom Stanton, a freshwater scientist in the Geography and Environment Department at Loughborough University, provides an explanation for the popular buzzword.
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E10 - Cuppa with a... Biological Anthropologist
Emeritus Professor Barry Bogin, an expert in Biological Anthropology in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University, discusses a range of topics including how chronic stress stunts child growth.
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00:00:00 - Welcome
00:01:10 - Introducing Professor Barry Bogin
00:12:18 - Discovering anthropology... from a book to a career
00:21:06 - From USA to Loughborough... and the difference in university styles
00:32:43 - Career high points and publishing a book
00:36:50 - Shaking up the word with ideas
00:41:47 - Stress and the impacts on slowing bone growth
00:16:25 - Life after a PhD and working life
00:20:54 - Collaborating overseas...
00:22:30 - Lab work... building and testing
00:24:22 - Small Gamma cameras to identify cancer
00:37:16 - More exciting research areas
00:42:14 - Favourite parts of the job... and the not so good bits
00:44:48 - 3D printed mouse skeletons and... ahem... unexpected adult toys
00:48:02 - Inspiration and career goals
00:50:29 - What does a physicist do in their spare time?
00:51:57 - What's next...
00:53:35 - Hot topics and advice for students aiming for a career in physics
00:58:16 - Limit-less campaign
00:59:23 - Thanks and goodbye -
E9 - Cuppa with a... Professor of Musculoskeletal Biology
Professor Mark Lewis, an expert in musculoskeletal biology, discusses his involvement in the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) plus future research and why a small, cute amphibian has piqued the interest of scientists working in this area.
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E8 - Cuppa with a Cognitive Psychologist
Dr Kinga Morsanyi, Senior Lecturer in Mathematical Cognition, discusses the issue and highlights that it’s important that those with maths anxiety understand it doesn’t mean they’re bad at maths.
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00:00:00 - Welcome
00:01:12 - Introducing Kinga Morsanyi
00:03:35 - Life as a Cognitive Psychologist
00:05:51 - What does a Cognitive Psychologist do?
00:10:11 - Misconceptions surrounding the role
00:12:26 - GP aspirations and journey into psychology
00:20:50 - Life after a PhD, travelling and standout moments
00:27:00 - Competing for jobs and being a woman working in science
00:30:35 - Varied work life and research
00:39:55 - Maths anxiety doesn't mean you're bad at the subject
00:53:29 - Most unusual part of the job...
00:55:45 - Career goals
00:57:27 - Cognitive Psychologist hobbies
00:59:02 - Hot topics and advice for students
01:04:43 - Why should somebody consider a career as a Cognitive Psychologist?
01:07:12 - Thanks and goodbye