ThinkResearch

Harvard Catalyst
  • 4.9 (15)
  • SCIENCE
  • UPDATED BIMONTHLY
ThinkResearch

Podcast by Harvard Catalyst

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    2024 In Review: Part One

    In part one of this two-part special, we take a look back at some of our interviews from 2024. In this episode, hear from Jason Vassy, MD, MPH, of Veterans Affairs (VA) Boston Healthcare System, on how patient DNA might be used to improve healthcare and prevent disease. Also hear from Mayank Chugh, PhD, of William & Mary, as he shares how social inequity dimensions such as race, gender, socioeconomic status, and citizenship impact STEM education; and Meg Simione, PhD, of Massachusetts General Hospital, as she discusses her research examining the determinants and impacts of pediatric disorders and ways to improve access to care. Transcript: https://bit.ly/3ZD5fcS

    24 min

  2. NOV 18

    Advancing Translational Science

    "Translational science is really general principles for how we take scientific discoveries and basic scientific information and translate that into implementable, viable, feasible health solutions for both the patient and the provider to be able to utilize," says Michael Kurilla, MD, PhD, of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS). In this episode, Kurilla discusses his work as the director of the Division of Clinical Innovation at NCATS, and the role translational research and science plays in healthcare. Harvard Catalyst is a member of the NCATS Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program. Transcript: https://bit.ly/3OeJta1

    33 min

  3. OCT 23

    The Effects of Climate Change on Indigenous Populations

    "Growing up in Fiji, I witnessed firsthand the impacts of climate change and environmental degradation on small island communities," says Nile Nair, PhD, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. In our latest episode, Nair shares his research studying the effects of climate change and the accelerated nutrition transition on Indigenous populations. Transcript: https://bit.ly/3YeDzu3

    32 min

  4. SEP 18

    Investigating Mitochondria

    It’s well known that mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, but research shows they can also offer new insights into how cells maintain their metabolic balance, potentially leading to novel therapeutic strategies to help fight diseases. Marjana Ndoci MSc, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, shares her research on this topic. Transcript: https://bit.ly/4d6Ep1i

    17 min

  5. AUG 7

    Data sharing in Community-Engaged Research

    Sharing data in the context of community-engaged research involves specialized practices and considerations. Our latest episode, hosted by Karen Emmons, PhD, faculty lead for Harvard Catalyst's Community Engagement program, discusses critical aspects of data sharing and privacy that researchers need to know with Susan Adams, PMP, and Cheryl Clark, MD, ScD, of Massachusetts League of Community Health. Transcript: bit.ly/46yawp2

    34 min

  6. JUL 24

    Equity, Economics, and Health Outcomes in Cardiology

    "[Health equity] is a term that we often listen to, but it involves so many things," says Frans Serpa, MD, Smith Center for Outcomes Research in Cardiology. On this podcast, Serpa discusses his innovative work at the intersection of cardiology, health equity, and health economics. Tune in to learn more about how common heart conditions and outcomes are evaluated through epidemiology and cost analysis. Transcript: https://bit.ly/4d6mmJ0

    22 min

  7. JUN 19

    Improving Patient Safety

    "The National Academy of Medicine said that every American, at least once in their lifetime, will likely experience a diagnostic error, some of which will have devastating consequences," says Christina Cifra, MD, MS, of Boston Children's Hospital. In this episode, Cifra discusses her work as a health services researcher focusing on patient safety and ways to prevent diagnostic error. Transcript: https://bit.ly/3xs34i9

    21 min

  8. MAY 15

    Understanding Suicide: A Public Health Perspective

    "Suicide is not simply a mental health issue, it's a public health issue," says Sara Kohlbeck, director of the Division of Suicide Research and Healing at the Medical College of Wisconsin. In this episode, Kohlbeck shares her research, which focuses on understanding suicide among disproportionately affected populations, including farmers, veterans, and youth of color. Transcript: https://bit.ly/4a05v91

    26 min
See All (172)

4.9
out of 5
15 Ratings

About

Podcast by Harvard Catalyst

Information

  • Creator
    Harvard Catalyst
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    ThinkResearch

You Might Also Like

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes, and get the latest updates.
Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada