Best Orthopedics This Week Podcasts (2025)

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Revolutionising Orthopedic Care: The SmILE Project with Dr. Bernd Grimm and Prof. Arndt-Peter Schulz 36:48

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In this episode, we connect with Dr. Bernd Grimm from the Luxembourg Institute of Health and Professor Arndt-Peter Schulz from Germany's Fraunhofer IMTE – two researchers revolutionising orthopedic medicine by looking into the fast developing field of smart implants - here comes the SmILE project. Musculoskeletal diseases like osteoarthritis and os…

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Bridging Science and Society: Insights from Prof. Mike S. Schäfer 47:42

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In this SciLux episode, we speak about science communication with Professor Mike S. Schäfer, Head of the Department of Communication and Media Research at the University of Zurich. We examine the role of intermediaries between researchers and audiences and discuss the difficulties scientists face when explaining their work. Mike addresses the need …

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Unveiling the Layers of History with Dr. Joëlla van Donkersgoed 42:53

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History isn't just what happened - it's who gets to tell the story. In this episode, we sit down with public history researcher Dr. Joëlla van Donkersgoed (C2DH, University of Luxembourg) to explore how communities are reclaiming their narratives and reshaping our understanding of the past. From the streets of Esch-sur-Alzette to the remote Banda I…

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OTW POD Episode 3 - Dr. John Peloza & Brad Niemann 1:15:01

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In this episode, Drue welcomes Dr. John Peloza, an internationally recognized leader in spine surgery, and Brad Niemann, CEO of 4WEB. Dr. Peloza reflects on his journey from the Air Force Academy to the forefront of spine innovation, sharing how mentorship, curiosity, and a passion for technology shaped his career. He recounts working alongside leg…

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Navigating the Complexities of EU Law with Prof. Takis Tridimas 36:29

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Prof. Takis Tridimas: "Europe for me is a set of values. It's about democracy. It's about putting the citizen at the centre of society." As we celebrated Europe Day last week, we took the time to revisit the concept of Europe and talk about EU Law with Prof. Takis Tridimas, the founding director of the Luxembourg Centre for European Law at the Univ…

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How to Learn a Language Like a Baby with Dr. Kateřina Chládková 46:10

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Let's change the way we learn foreign languages! In our latest episode, Dr. Kateřina Chládková (assistant professor at Faculty of Arts, Charles University and a senior scientist at Institute of Psychology, Czech Academy of Sciences) upends conventional wisdom about language learning. Babies don't use flashcards or grammar drills—they absorb languag…

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Empowering Communities Through Local Currencies and Social Innovation with Dr. Gilles Evrard Essuman 44:48

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In a world where traditional economic systems are being challenged, the concept of local currencies is gaining traction as a powerful tool for community empowerment and social innovation. In the latest episode of the podcast, host Hanna Siemaszko welcomes Dr. Gilles Evrard Essuman, a research associate at LISER specializing in social innovation and…

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Quantum and Post-Quantum Cryptography with Prof. Peter Ryan and Dr. Peter Roenne 37:10

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With the advent of quantum computers, traditional cryptographic methods face unprecedented threats. In the latest episode of our podcast, we invited two guests from the Applied Security and Information Assurance (APSIA) Group at SnT (University of Luxembourg to discuss it: Prof. Peter Ryan and Dr. Peter Roenne. Listeners will discover how quantum k…

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Quantum Bits and Superpositions: A Beginner's Guide to Quantum Computers with Prof. Ignacio Cirac 38:03

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This week we enter the Quantum Day celebrations starting with an episode with Professor Ignacio Cirac, a distinguished theoretical physicist and director at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics. Professor Cirac begins by addressing a common sentiment surrounding quantum physics: fear and confusion. He emphasises that the threshold for underst…

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OTW POD Episode 2 - Dr. Stephen Hochschuler 1:13:58

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In this episode, Robin Young interviews Dr. Stephen Hochschuler, co-founder of Texas Back Institute (TBI). At 82, Dr. Hochschuler shares his "looking where the puck is going" philosophy that guided his innovative career in spine surgery. He recounts founding TBI with Dr. Ralph Rashbaum in 1977, their pioneering work in disc arthroplasty, and buildi…

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Genetics of Rare Diseases: Insights from Luxembourg and Seville with Prof. Carole Linster and Prof. Rafael Fernández-Chacón 47:56

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Join us as together with Prof. Carole Linster (LCSB) and Prof. Rafael Fernandez Chacon (IBIS) we explore rare metabolic diseases and the innovative research happening between Luxembourg and Seville. Carole and Rafael talk about their focus on rare diseases categorised under a disorder known as Batten disease or neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis (NCLs)…

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Numerical Cognition - Numbers, Maths Anxiety and Beyond with Dr. Mila Marinova 48:26

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If you're curious about the complexities of cognitive psychology and want to learn more about how we perceive numbers and deal with maths anxiety, this episode with Dr. Mila Marinova from University of Luxembourg is a must-listen. One of the key points discussed was the prevalent issue of maths anxiety, which affects many individuals and often lead…

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Fuzzing and Testing: The Art of Software Reliability with Prof. Andreas Zeller 39:39

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"If you have no specification of what the program should be doing, you have no errors, you only have surprises," that's one of the things we learnt from our latest guest, Prof. Andreas Zeller, tenured faculty at CISPA and professor for Software Engineering at Saarland University. It was great to revisit software engineering in more depth, focusing …

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OTW POD Episode 1 - Robin Young 1:38:34

3M ago1:38:34

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In this inaugural episode, Drue sits down with Robin Young, founder of Orthopedics This Week (OTW), for a candid discussion about his remarkable career journey. From his early days as a Wall Street analyst to becoming one of the most respected voices in orthopedics, Robin shares stories about the people, companies, and innovations that have defined…

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From Liquid to Solid: Exploring Liquid Crystals with Prof. Jan Lagerwall 51:34

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Our latest guest, Prof. Jan Lagerwall from University of Luxembourg, knew how to catch our interest - he brought some samples to the studio. So this episode is not only a discussion about soft matter physics and liquid crystals, but Hanna is also challenged to describe what she sees. And you wouldn’t believe how many applications liquid crystals an…

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Lunar Regolith or Dust and Rocks on the Moon with Timon Schild 41:09

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In the third episode of this month, we re-explore the world of lunar resource utilization with Timon Schild, a PhD student at the European Space Resources Innovation Center (ESRIC). Join us as Timon unpacks the concept of In Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) and its implications for future lunar missions. Timon shares insights on lunar regolith—what…

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Psychology of Taste: Unpacking the Senses with Prof. Charles Spence 50:08

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In this week's episode, we talked to Professor Charles Spence, head of the Crossmodal Research Laboratory at the University of Oxford. Known for his innovative research on how our senses interact to shape our experiences, Professor Spence shares fascinating insights into the psychology of taste and smell. Join us as we explore the implications of t…

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Hair, Health and Pollutants with Prof. Brice Appenzeller 34:07

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And what if we looked closer at our hair? In our latest episode, our guest is Prof. Brice Appenzeller, head of the Human Biomonitoring Research Unit at the Luxembourg Institute of Health. After reminding our listeners what exposome is, Brice elaborates on the various agents we may be exposed to, including physical, microbiological, and chemical pol…

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Nature-Based Solutions for Water Treatment with Dr. Silvia Venditti 40:42

5M ago40:42

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In this episode learn more about environmental engineering from Dr. Silvia Venditti, an expert in nature-based solutions for water treatment. With a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London, Silvia is currently working at the University of Luxembourg, focusing on the removal of micropollutants from wastewater. Silvia explains how na…

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Exoplanets and Cloud Formation with Prof. Christiane Helling 30:12

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Buckle up and embark on a journey beyond our solar system with the latest episode featuring Professor Christiane Helling, director of the Space Research Institute of the Austrian Academy of Sciences and a professor at Graz University of Technology. With a focus on exoplanets and cloud formation, Professor Helling offers a glimpse into the fascinati…

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Trust and Populism with Prof. Massimo Morelli 43:51

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Join us as we talk with Professor Massimo Morelli, whose research spans economics, politics, and law. Having worked at top universities and now researching at LISER, he explains how trust shapes our economy and politics. He breaks down two types of trust: trust between people and businesses (horizontal), and trust in our institutions (vertical). Bo…

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Islands and Small States with Prof. Godfrey Baldacchino 41:52

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Step into the world of small states and islands with Professor Godfrey Baldacchino (University of Malta), Malta's first thematic ambassador for islands and small states. In our latest podcast episode, we unravel the complex tapestry of smallness, exploring how seemingly minor entities can wield significant influence on the global stage. Listen now …

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History of Online Virality and CD-ROMs with Prof. Valérie Schafer 53:46

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In this captivating episode of SciLux, we visit the digital history realm with Professor Valérie Schafer, a leading researcher in Contemporary European History at the Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History (C2DH). Professor Schafer guides us through the concept of born digital heritage, uncovering the layers of web archives and thei…

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Small Satellites with Citlali Bruce Rosete 41:21

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We're coming back to the topic of space thanks to the winner of this year's Luxembourg Science Slam, Citlali Bruce Rosete, PhD student at the Space Systems Engineering Research Group of SnT, University of Luxembourg. We explore the intricacies of space technology, discussing the challenges and innovations in satellite design, the importance of sust…

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Arctic Charr and Evolutionary Biology with Dr. Kalina Kapralova 35:41

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In this episode of SciLux, we visit the world of evolutionary biology with Dr. Kalina Kapralova from the University of Iceland. Dr. Kapralova studies Arctic charr in the unique environment of Iceland's lakes and together we explore the intricacies of evolutionary biology, discussing adaptive divergence, parallel evolution, and the process of specia…

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Lasers and Plasma with Dr. Alexandros Gerakis 42:32

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On this episode of SciLux, we sit down with Dr. Alexandros Gerakis, a Senior Research and Technology Associate at the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) and an Adjunct Professor at Texas A&M University. Dr. Gerakis shares his fascinating journey from studying optical lattices during his PhD at University College London to his cur…

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Data is Not Enough with Dr. Carlos Vega 49:38

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It was refreshing to chat to Dr. Carlos Vega, Research Engineer at the Luxembourg Institute of Health and a teacher at the University of Luxembourg. Carlos, who recently distinguished himself in the science.lu Science Writing competition, is a very good communicator. In this episode we explore the practical challenges of data collection, processing…

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Negotiating Narratives and Public History with Tina De Gendt 53:30

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Today we embark on a new journey exploring European researchers and their contributions to science and society. Our first European guest, Tina de Gendt, a public historian, curator, writer and journalist recently received the European Heritage Europa Nostra Award for the Square Kilometre Project coordinated and funded by STAM Ghent City Museum and …

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Mitochondria and Neuroscience with Prof. Anne Grünewald 46:24

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In this episode of SciLux, we talk about mitochondrial biology with Professor Anne Grünewald, a neuroscientist at the LCSB (Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine), University of Luxembourg. We explore the intricate role of mitochondria and their significance in energy production and cellular processes. Professor Grünewald shares her journey fro…

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Season 4 - Episode 27 - Digital Twins and Mobility 46:01

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In this episode of SciLux, we talk about digital twins with Dr. German Castignani, AI and Data Analytics Platform Leader at the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST). Dr. Castignani, who also manages the Digital Twin Innovation Centre, shares his insights on the practical applications and potential of digital twins, vehicular techno…

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Season 4 - Episode 26 - Talking Science 51:07

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In this SciLux Original we go behind the scenes of the other science podcast – you guessed it right, Hanna talked to Max Kasel from Mäin Element. Discover how he navigates interviews with scientists, his approach to making science accessible and entertaining, and the importance of highlighting the personal stories behind scientific achievements. Ma…

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Season 4 - Episode 25 - Water on the Moon 44:17

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In this episode of SciLux, we have a closer look at lunar water with Dr. Veneranda López Días from the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST). We explore the parallels between the water cycles on Earth and the Moon, the various forms in which water exists on the lunar surface, and the scientific methods used to detect and analyse it.…

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Season 4 - Episode 24 - SciLux with InTune - Music Education and Movement 49:20

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In today's episode of Scilux, we look at music performance and education in Luxembourg. Joined by Eva Klein from In Tune (the Philharmonie Luxembourg podcast) and our guest, Luc Nijs, Associate Professor in early childhood music education, we explore the intersection of technology and traditional music practices. Discover the importance of physical…

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Season 4 - Episode 23 - Solar Panels 42:02

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Time to learn more about solar energy with an exceptional guide: Professor Phillip Dale, Head of the Laboratory for Energy Materials at the University of Luxembourg. Discover the photovoltaic technology, from the basics of solar cells to advanced research on tandem solar cells and light concentration methods. Philip explains the science behind sola…

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Season 4 - Episode 22 - Labour Law 42:00

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This time we look at European and comparative labour law with Luca Ratti, Associate Professor at the University of Luxembourg. Luca shares his journey of making labour law engaging for students and discusses his research on minimum wages and European social citizenship. Additionally, Luca provides insights into the right to disconnect, a topic that…

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Season 4 - Episode 21 - Science Podcasting at LAML 16:56

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This very special episode includes fragments of biology podcasts made by students at Lycée Aline Mayrisch during an FNR-funded project. During the Project Week at school, the students visited the Musée de l’Homme in Paris where they got inspiration and information about one of the chosen subjects: brain development, feelings, neurological diseases …

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Season 4 - Episode 20 - Can We Change Time Perception? 45:31

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Many factors can influence the way we feel the passage of time. And it seems we can also alter it using extended reality. Listen to Dr. Jean Botev and Sahar Niknam (University of Luxembourg) and Prof. Argiro Vatakis (Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences), the researchers who are developing VR/AR solutions to change our time percepti…

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Season 4 - Episode 19 - Beauty in Physics and Chemistry 45:06

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In our recent discussions with physicists we have often ended up discussing beauty. Wikipedia says that beauty is a feature that makes objects pleasurable to perceive. And what does prof. Alex Tkatchenko think? Prof. Alex Tkatchenko (University of Luxembourg), who is a chemical physicist, not only took the time to tell us what is beautiful in physi…

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Season 4 - Episode 18 - Climate Change Research 48:43

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In this episode of SciLux, we talk about climate science and policy with Dr. Andrew Ferrone, a physical climatologist and the head of the Meteorological Department at the Administration of Technical Agricultural Services in Luxembourg. Andrew shares his expertise and insights into the evolving field of climatology, the significant role of greenhous…

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Season 4 - Episode 17 - AllergoOncology 40:20

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Here's interdisciplinarity at its best - combining experitise in allergies and oncology we get a novel and special look at the interesting link between cancer cell growth and allergies. Listen to our guests, Dr. Aurelie Poli (LIH) and Dr. Heather Bax (King's College London) as they explain the bases of the field also touching upon new developments …

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Season 4 - Episode 16 - Time Series and Directional Statistics 32:33

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Sometimes science is about going very deep, but it pays off to also cross disciplines and try to apply your knowledge to other fields - this is exactly what my guests try to do in their statistical research. Listen to Prof. Masanobu Taniguichi and Sophia Loizidou as they explain complex statistical concepts, but also take the time to clarify what f…

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Season 4 - Episode 15 - Child Poverty 37:45

1y ago37:45

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It is time to design policies that will combat poverty without relying on economic growth. In the latest episode, two experts in child poverty, Dr. Anne-Catherine Guio (LISER) and Prof. Olivier De Schutter (Université catholique de Louvain) have shared their findings. Olivier De Schutter is also UN Special Rapporteur on Extreme Poverty and Human Ri…

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Season 4 - Episode 14 - Gut Microbiome, Immunotherapy and Targeted Cancer Therapy 41:31

1y ago41:31

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In oncology the treatment is very diversified right now – there’s surgery, chemotherapy, radiology, but also immunotherapy and targeted therapy. In this episode of SciLux we focus on the last two combined with some studies on gut microbiome and going back to genetics 101. Our guests, Patrick Dang who is Resident in oncology at CHL and doctoral stud…

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Season 4 - Episode 13 - Exposomics 36:45

1y ago36:45

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Talking to Dr. Dagny Aurich from Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB, University of Luxembourg) turned to be a brilliant travel through many of our previous episodes and we referred a lot to our discussion about unknown chemicals with Prof. Emma Schymanski, Dagny's supervisor. Dagny, who looked into historical exposomics with C2DH resea…

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Season 4 - Episode 12 - Thermodynamics and Chemical Engines 44:20

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The invention of heat engines has played a key role in human evolution and this is the starting point for our discussion about thermodynamics with our guests, Prof. Massimiliano Esposito (University of Luxembourg) and Dr. Emanuele Penocchio (Northwestern University). Emanuele is currently working in the intersection between chemistry and physics - …

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Season 4 - Episode 11 - Microsimulations 39:22

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If you want estimate the expected impact of a policy intervention, for example a modification of a tax rate, you can use microsimulations. Microsimulations can inform decision makers on the possible effects of their policies on individual households and support them in evidence-based decision making. Get to know more about them from our guest, an e…

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Season 4 - Episode 10 - Epigenetics 36:02

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This episode felt a little like going back to school as Dr. Archibold Mposhi from LIH was nice enough to first explain very basic genetics and only then moved to his specialisation, epigenetics - the study of the influence of environment and behaviours on genes. So much going on in the field that we did not know about! SHOW NOTES About Archibold's …

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Season 4 - Episode 9 - Can Sustainable Materials Be Beautiful? 37:45

1+ y ago37:45

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Sustainability seems to be discussed in all areas of our lives nowadays. But what does it actually mean for a materials engineer? And most importantly, how can we convince the consumers to buy sustainable materials not only because they are better for the environment, but because these materials are simply pleasing to the eye and nice to touch? In …

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Season 4 - Episode 8 - Space Robotics 35:58

1+ y ago35:58

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After a couple of weeks of discussion we finally had the pleasure to talk to the head of the amazing space labs at SnT (University of Luxembourg) and one of the postdocs who is a member of the space robotics group (SpaceR). Prof. Miguel Olivares Mendez and Dr. Carol Martinez told us what a robot really is, what it means when it has some intelligenc…

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Season 4 - Episode 7 - Health Economics 38:47

1+ y ago38:47

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It is not the first episode in which we learn how interconnected everything is. Health economics is all about trying to see the big picture and taking the right cost-effective decisions. Prof. Marc Suhrcke from Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER) took the time to explain what his field is about and also presented the various pro…