The Science Bridge

Project Bridge at CU Anschutz
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Join us as we explore groundbreaking research at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. Hosted by current research trainees, this biweekly podcast demystifies science through conversations with the people behind cutting-edge discoveries. From snake venom to vaccine breakthroughs and career paths in research, we cover it all. Whether you're curious about science or considering a career in research, The Science Bridge is your gateway to discovery.

  1. 5d ago

    A Cross Atlantic Journey for a Scientist’s Dream with Utibe Ettah

    In this episode, join hosts Jon Woodward and Preston Stafford for an inspiring conversation with Utibe Ettah, a driven CU Anschutz graduate student originally from Nigeria. Utibe shares her scientific journey; from witnessing the impact of the Ebola outbreak which first led her into nursing, to a passion in broader treatment therapies leading her toward a secondary degree in pharmacy, and finally to discovering her passion for Type 1 diabetes research leading to her current research as a masters and eventual PhD candidate here at CU Anschutz. In this episode, we learn about the determination, resilience, and purpose that carried her across continents and disciplines to her current work as a graduate student in toxicology.     Date Recorded:  April 29, 2026   🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:   Utibe’s 3 Minute Thesis: https://youtu.be/wjqoLSe-OJQ?si=ZiioM1kZnkQ8uFm4  www.linkedin.com/in/utibe-ettah-91438086    🎙️ Other episodes you may like:    Lacey Mesia- The Bleeding Edge  Breanna Dooling- Alzheimer's Research and Science Communication    ✨ Connect With Us:   Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky    Visit our Linktree here   Project Bridge Colorado Website   Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky   Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries   🎵 Credits:   Hosts: Jon Woodward and Preston Stafford  Editor:  Breanna Bishop  Music By: Jeff Westcott   Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar  Disclaimer:  The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

    46 min

  2. Jun 3

    Dr. Roberto Ogelman on Serotonin, Mouse Models, and Outreach

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Roberto Ogelman and hear about his research around serotonin and SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), and their impacts on brain development. He shares the different models he used to study this chemical and how they impact excitatory synapses. He also tells us how talking to kids at a Denver science museum inspired him to leave academia and pursue a career focused on outreach. He talks with us about his recent journey into an industry position, where he is a Scientific Programs Manager for an organization focusing on a rare disease called Dravet Syndrome. He shares tips and tricks for navigating a new career path and how his PhD set him up for success in this new position.   Date Recorded: April 28, 2026    🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:   https://www.cuanschutz.edu/graduate-programs/neuroscience/about-us/neuroscience-outreach-group   🎙️ Other episodes you may like:    Dr. Bruce Mandt: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1gczcHa3mwk9mjM9E0hpOD?si=9252f2e40e6d45d5  Dr. Courtney Wilson: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qhwmxOvqKRz8aUuuXHNbI?si=dPxNoyTYTb2BkzqXMnLW1Q     ✨ Connect With Us:   Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky    Visit our Linktree here   Project Bridge Colorado Website   Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky   Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries   🎵 Credits:   Hosts: Breanna Bishop and Lauren Dunn  Editor:  Preston Stafford Music By: Jeff Westcott   Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar   Disclaimer:  The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

    49 min

  3. May 27

    Dr. Abby Gillespie on Teaching Science in Jails

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Abby Gillespie, who is currently a postdoctoral fellow in Dr. Joe Nassour’s lab. She shares her interests in telomeres, especially their role in aging and protecting chromosomes, how she ended up at CU Anschutz, and her past outreach activities in jails. We talk about how her research regarding telomere shortening and repair didn’t necessarily match with preconceived notions, demonstrating science is an ever evolving platform. Additionally ,we learn about how she got involved in jail outreach, what activities typically occur, and the impact her work has had on those that are currently incarcerated. This is a great episode for those interested in combining interests in Academia with something more academia adjacent, specifically looking at science policy as an interesting career path.   Date Recorded: April 21, 2026  🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:   https://www.vera.org/  https://clas.ucdenver.edu/communication/cu-denver-prison-education-program  https://tjpcolorado.org/  https://www.denverjusticeproject.org/  https://nassourlab.com  https://jailoutreach.biosci.ucsd.edu/    🎙️ Other episodes you may like:     Neel Mukherjee: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2tBo070C6q1rW1DSlg6Xux?si=6a194f68d6144ff5 Dominic Shayler: https://open.spotify.com/episode/211aKD8sWnwKowzKHxZRkE?si=sIfK4Ey8R9CfC5tAsh54_Q ✨ Connect With Us:   Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky    Visit our Linktree here   Project Bridge Colorado Website   Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky   Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries   🎵 Credits:   Hosts: Jon Woodward and Natasha Shrivastava  Editor: Jon Woodward  Music By: Jeff Westcott   Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar   Disclaimer:  The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

    45 min

  4. May 20

    Neel Mukherjee: The RNA Puppeteer

    In this episode Dr. Neel Mukherjee, Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics, shares his journey into academia and his philosophy surrounding scientific communication. He found an early interest in RNA biology and has remained in the field. Dr. Mukherjee shares his insights into communicating his research effectively to all audiences, specifically through the use of puppets.     Date Recorded:  4/14/2026    🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:   https://www.mukherjeelab.org/ 🎙️ Other episodes you may like:    Cassie Minne: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4LEl2fkT06Ru8e4Jg2fPtF   ✨ Connect With Us:   Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky    Visit our Linktree here   Project Bridge Colorado Website   Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky   Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries   🎵 Credits:   Hosts:  Ginny Fogg and Grace Rodenberg   Editor:  Preston Stafford  Music By: Jeff Westcott   Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar   Disclaimer:  The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

    54 min

  5. May 13

    Rachael Kostelecky on Herpes Viruses and Infectious Disease

    In this episode, we catch up with PhD candidate Rachael Kostelecky. Rachael is in the last few months of her PhD at Anschutz and has lots of wisdom to share. She shares with us the skills she has found to be most helpful in a PhD, how to navigate through hard times, and how she found herself in a molecular biology PhD program. We dive into the biology behind herpes viruses, specifically how they work, the difference between latent and active infections, and how her research involves the study of immune cells. We also chat about the importance of science communication and how Rachael has used these skills in various steps in her career. This is a light and fun episode you won’t want to miss!   Date Recorded: April 10, 2026    🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:   Rachael’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-kostelecky-71278a152/      🎙️ Other episodes you may like:      Sam Greenfield- https://open.spotify.com/episode/11yUKklA4TZYCGdo4VpDRn  Cassie Minne- https://open.spotify.com/episode/4LEl2fkT06Ru8e4Jg2fPtF    ✨ Connect With Us:   Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky    Visit our Linktree here   Project Bridge Colorado Website   Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky   Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries   🎵 Credits:   Hosts: Lauren Dunn and Preston Stafford   Editor: Breanna Bishop  Music By: Jeff Westcott   Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar       Disclaimer:  The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

    54 min

  6. May 6

    Meet the Hosts Pt.3: “The Girls”

    Meet the newest hosts of the Science Bridge podcast- Bre, Grace, and Natasha (aka the Girls)! They are first year PhD students from Pharmacology, Human Medical Genetics, and Molecular Biology programs at CU Anschutz. Tune in and hear about their scientific journeys, passion for science communication, and the turbulent 2025 PhD admissions cycle. They all come from unique backgrounds, experiences, and parts of the country, but they relate in their joy for scientific inquiry and desire to communicate their science to broader audiences. Stay tuned for future episodes hosted by Bre, Grace, and Natasha!   Date Recorded: 4/6/26    🎙️ Other episodes you may like:    Ep #10: Meet the hosts pt2: “The Boys”  Ep #1: Meet the Hosts    ✨ Connect with Us:   Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky    Visit our Linktree here   Project Bridge Colorado Website   Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky   Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries   🎵 Credits:   Hosts: Bre Bishop, Grace Rodenberg, and Natasha Shrivastava  Editor:  Grace Rodenberg Music By: Jeff Westcott   Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar   Disclaimer:  The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

    45 min

  7. Apr 29

    Blood, Cancer, & Collaboration with Dr. Cailin Collins

    In this episode, we sit down with physician-scientist Dr. Cailin Collins to explore how her work bridges the gap between the lab and the clinic. Dr. Collins shares her journey through MD-PhD training and how it shaped her passion for a career that combines patient care with scientific discovery. Focused on hematologic malignancies, she discusses the unique opportunity to treat patients in the clinic while simultaneously advancing research in the lab. She also reflects on the collaborative environment at the University of Colorado, where a strong emphasis on patient-centered care drives both clinical practice and innovation. Date Recorded:  3.23.2026    🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:    www.thecollinslabcu.com  🎙️ Other episodes you may like:    Dr. Bruce Mandt:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/1gczcHa3mwk9mjM9E0hpOD?si=f18801200bf74c0d  Dr. Joanne Cole: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7IO1vwVY1duM2PM8vs0QC7?si=d678f12ad1cf4cd4    ✨ Connect With Us:   Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky    Visit our Linktree here   Project Bridge Colorado Website   Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky   Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries   🎵 Credits:   Hosts: Jeremy Fleck, Ginny Fogg  Editor:  Lauren Dunn Music By: Jeff Westcott   Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar     Disclaimer:  The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

    53 min

  8. Apr 15

    Dr. Bruce Mandt on Addiction Studies, Career Development Resources, and Following Your Passions

    In this special episode, Dr. Bruce Mandt, Associate Dean at CU Anschutz and our organization's faculty mentor, takes us through his exciting and, eventually non-traditional, journey in academia. His early interest in psychology and neuroscience led him to addiction studies and unpacking cocaine use in rodent models. While his interest in these science questions remained, Dr. Mandt discovered his true passion and unique skill-set for helping graduate students and post-docs find community, navigate a plethora of career options, and ultimately leave graduate school confident to enter the workforce, whether that be in academia, industry, or other sector of science. If you are curious about how scientist study addiction in mouse models, what your career options are as a PhD, or what a non-traditional but exciting job with a PhD looks like, then this episode is for you!     Date Recorded: 2/26/2026    🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucemandt/    https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/career-development    https://www.cuanschutz.edu/offices/postdoc    ✨ Connect With Us:   Follow The Science Bridge Podcast on Instagram & BlueSky    Visit our Linktree here   Project Bridge Colorado Website   Follow Project Bridge Colorado on Instagram & BlueSky   Email us at sciencebridgepod@gmail.com if you have any inquiries   🎵 Credits:   Hosts: Bre Bishop and Preston Stafford  Editor: Jon Woodward  Music By: Jeff Westcott   Cover Art By: Johnathan Biffar     Disclaimer:  The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of The Science Bridge, Project Bridge Colorado, or CU Anschutz Medical Campus. The information provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific guidance.

    57 min
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Join us as we explore groundbreaking research at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. Hosted by current research trainees, this biweekly podcast demystifies science through conversations with the people behind cutting-edge discoveries. From snake venom to vaccine breakthroughs and career paths in research, we cover it all. Whether you're curious about science or considering a career in research, The Science Bridge is your gateway to discovery.

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  • Creator
    Project Bridge at CU Anschutz
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Project Bridge at CU Anschutz
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    The Science Bridge