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On the Now at Ohio State podcast, we talk with researchers, innovators and bold thinkers who look at our world, see what the real challenges are, and create the solutions that people need now.

JAN 21

Leveraging wearable tech to keep us healthy and help us heal

Healthcare technology doesn’t have to feel cold or impersonal. In this episode, two Ohio State researchers explore how innovation can support healing in deeply human ways — from wearable sensors woven into clothing to creative, arts-based rehabilitation. Together, they show how thoughtful design and collaboration can reshape the future of care.

26 min
11/26/2025

Embracing and expanding creativity with AI

Artificial intelligence is entering the art studio, transforming how we create, collaborate, and think about originality itself. In this episode, Ohio State’s Amy Youngs explores the intersection of technology and creativity, discussing how artists are adapting to AI, the ethical questions it raises and why human imagination remains at the heart of every masterpiece.

12 min
11/19/2025

Imagining the future of education with AI

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we teach — and it’s reshaping how we learn. In this episode, Ohio State’s Ana-Paula Correia discusses what it really means to integrate AI into educational systems. From ethics and creativity to collaboration between teachers, parents and students, she shares how thoughtful use of AI can help enhance curiosity, strengthen communication and reimagine the future of learning.

15 min
11/12/2025

Saving and preserving animal species with AI

Artificial intelligence is helping scientists see the natural world in ways never before possible. In this episode, Ohio State’s Tanya Berger-Wolf explains how Imageomics — a new field at the intersection of AI and biology — is revealing hidden patterns in nature’s images, helping researchers better understand animal behavior and protect Earth’s biodiversity before it’s too late.

18 min
11/05/2025

Smarter networks and safer futures with AI

Artificial intelligence isn’t just shaping software — it’s redefining the way we connect. In this episode, Ohio State’s Ness Shroff explains how AI and next-generation communication networks are converging to power smarter connectivity, faster response times and new possibilities for healthcare, cybersecurity and disaster recovery. It’s a glimpse into how AI-Edge is helping build a safer, more connected world.

21 min
10/01/2025

Why kids quit sports, and how to keep them playing

More kids are leaving youth sports than ever before — between 60 and 70 percent drop out before adulthood. That’s a problem, because youth sports aren’t just about competition. They build confidence, friendships and lifelong skills. In this episode, two Ohio State experts explain why so many kids are quitting, what the data reveals and how new approaches can help keep their heads and hearts in the game.

28 min
09/09/2025

Flying, fear and finding calm

Let’s face it. Flying can be stressful. From the headlines about accidents to the nerves that spike during turbulence. In this episode, we talk with an aviation safety expert about how accidents are investigated and prevented, and with a psychologist about what anxiety really is. Together, they show how knowledge, preparation and perspective can make air travel safer — and less overwhelming.

27 min
06/11/2025

The long-lasting burden of a criminal record

Having a criminal record can impact nearly every part of a person’s life. Obtaining housing, getting a job — you name it. In this episode, we talk with two Ohio State experts and one woman with lived experience about how criminal records create barriers — barriers that new programs and second chances are helping people overcome.

28 min

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Introducing Now at Ohio State

Every other Wednesday, we talk with researchers, innovators and bold thinkers who look at our world, see what the real challenges are, and create the solutions that people need now.

05/30/2023

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On the Now at Ohio State podcast, we talk with researchers, innovators and bold thinkers who look at our world, see what the real challenges are, and create the solutions that people need now.