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Explorathon Research Lunch Bytes

Take a break and listen to talks about the latest research projects coming from the University of Aberdeen. Hear from University of Aberdeen researchers, be informed of projects running right now and learn about their relevance to everyday life. This podcast series is being run as part of European Researchers' Night.

Episodes

  1. 09/24/2021

    Seaweed: the Marine Commodity

    Join Dr Puja Kumari as she discusses the importance of seaweeds, what it can be used for, and its possible future role in contributing to carbon reduction efforts.

    15 min

  2. 09/24/2021

    Addressing Medical Challenges: the research process from lab to drug

    This panel session, featuring researchers from the University of Aberdeen’s Institute of Medical Sciences will discuss the process scientists have to follow in order to introduce new drugs to and treatments to the market.

    26 min

  3. 09/24/2021

    The Genetics of Alcholism & Anxiety

    Join Dr Alasdair MacKenzie from the University of Aberdeen Institute of Medical Sciences, as he discusses his research investigating what makes people more susceptible to conditions such as alcoholism and anxiety.

    20 min

  4. 09/24/2021

    Drug Safety Research & Communication

    Join Professor Neil Vargesson, Chair in Developmental Biology, School of Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition, at the University of Aberdeen as he outlines his work investigating the safety of drugs and his efforts in communicating this work with the public.

    25 min

  5. 11/27/2020

    An Unknown Source - Qualitative Research in Medical Research

    Join Dr Kim Walker from the University of Aberdeen’s Centre for Healthcare Education Research and Innovation as she discusses the role qualitative research can play in medical research. She will also provide an overview of her recent research support doctors’ mental health and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. Access the transcript online: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/engage/podcasts/explorathon-lunch-bytes-episode-5.php

    38 min

  6. 11/26/2020

    Protecting Marine Structures from the Creatures Below

    Join PhD student Jessica Gomez-Banderas from the National Decommissioning Centre as she talks about her research which seeks to find natural compounds to prevent marine fouling of immersed structures. Access the transcript online: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/engage/podcasts/explorathon-lunch-bytes-episode-4.php

    15 min

  7. 11/25/2020

    Understanding the Health of Whales & Dolphins

    Join Dr Davina Derous as she explains how her research investigating the metabolism of whales and dolphins could influence future conservation efforts for these animals. Access the transcript online: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/engage/podcasts/explorathon-lunch-bytes-episode-3.php

    19 min

  8. 11/24/2020

    Performance Related Pay: The Good, The Bad, The Stressful

    Join Professor Keith Bender and Dr Nicola Andelic as they discuss their ESRC-funded project, which seeks to find out the impacts of performance related pay on stress. Access the transcript online: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/engage/podcasts/explorathon-lunch-bytes-episode-2.php

    27 min

  9. 11/20/2020

    Financial Security in Offshore Decommissioning

    Join PhD Student Arturo Regalado as he discusses his National Decommissioning Centre-led project which seeks to find out how different instruments used to ensure financial security impacts the oil and gas industry and government. Transcript: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/engage/content-images/Financial%20Security%20in%20Offshore%20Decommissioning.pdf

    30 min
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Take a break and listen to talks about the latest research projects coming from the University of Aberdeen. Hear from University of Aberdeen researchers, be informed of projects running right now and learn about their relevance to everyday life. This podcast series is being run as part of European Researchers' Night.

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