Parhaat UCL Minds Podcastit (2024)

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Franken-meat: The future of lab-grown meat 35:08

18h ago35:08

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We all know that meat production emits a substantial amount of greenhouse gases, nearly 60% by some estimates, and so we need to do something about it. Darren Player, Associate Professor in Musculoskeletal Bioengineering, discusses the development of lab-grown meat, why he's working on engineering new, sustainable sources of meat and how he's doing…

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The Bartlett Review: The housing threat posed by permitted development 31:45

6d ago31:45

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Existing commercial buildings in the UK are being converted to create new housing, circumventing the planning system through permitted development. But what could be the impact of those conversions, especially from a health perspective? Julia Thrift, Director, Healthier Place-making at the Town and Country Planning Association, joins expert researc…

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Growing Pains: Mastering Sustainable Growth in Social Enterprises 34:54

6d ago34:54

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In the final episode of series 2 of The Life of PIE, we explore the unique challenges social enterprises face as they balance growth with their mission. How can social enterprises expand while staying true to their core purpose? Onya and Jacob McMahon, a Life of PIE alum from the 22-23 cohort, discuss external pressures, such as securing funding an…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | From gene deserts to druggable pathways in Inflammatory Bowel Disease 52:29

10d ago52:29

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Genetic discovery in inflammatory bowel disease has been incredibly successful. This provides a unique opportunity to understand what goes wrong when people develop disease, which in turn could identify better treatment targets. Yet most of this potential remains unrealised, as moving from where genetic associations lie to an understanding of how t…

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French Social Democracy In Turmoil 36:06

14d ago36:06

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In a turbulent political summer, few surprises were greater than that caused by French president Emmanuel Macron’s decision in June to call early parliamentary elections. Macron’s party had just been trounced in the European Parliament elections; and victory for the far right seemed likely. In the end, thanks to some last minute deals, Marine Le Pe…

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Unpaid Reparations And Expropriation 28:59

14d ago28:59

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There have been longstanding calls for reparations to address the profound injustices of colonialism and compensate for the vast extraction of resources from colonized nations. However, with few recent exceptions, these demands for reparations have largely been ignored by the former colonial powers. So, what comes next?Over the past two decades, re…

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Policing The Permacrisis 34:20

14d ago34:20

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In recent years, policing in England and Wales has appeared to be trapped in a cycle of crisis. From high-profile scandals to criticisms of operational standards, concerns about the police’s role and conduct have intensified. Perhaps most shockingly, a serving police officer was convicted of the murder of Sarah Everard, a tragedy that underscored t…

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Lies, politicians, and social media: Should we fact check politicians? 30:10

14d ago30:10

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Social media plays a significant role in shaping political debates and, some argue, even influencing election outcomes. Politicians increasingly use platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to communicate directly with the public and run their campaigns. However, this unfiltered communication can sometimes spread misinformation or undermine democratic v…

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Politicising Memory: Evidence from Ukraine 34:09

14d ago34:09

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We’re familiar with the idea that history shapes contemporary politics, but what about the reverse? How do today’s political dynamics influence the way we remember the past?In this episode, we explore a compelling study that examines this question in the context of Ukraine—a country caught between conflicting historical narratives from Russia and t…

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Mission-Driven Bureaucrats 41:52

15d ago41:52

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Episode SummaryThis week we’re looking at how to improve public services. How can bureaucracies best be managed to deliver positive outcomes? Does compliance get in the way of building trust between citizens and governments?Episode NotesThe state of public services is a pressing issue both in the UK and globally. News headlines are frequently domin…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | From threat to opportunity: putting health at the centre of our response to climate change 1:00:23

17d ago1:00:23

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This lunch hour lecture will cover the latest findings of the Lancet Countdown: Tracking Progress on Health and Climate Change, a UCL-led project bringing together over 300 researchers from around the globe.Kirjoittanut UCL

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Dissecting the 2024 US Election 35:08

20d ago35:08

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This week we’re looking at the elections in the United States. Donald Trump has won; the Democrats have been comprehensively defeated. What explains the result? And what are the implications – for the US and the wider world? Episode Notes One week after the US elections, Donald Trump has claimed victory, securing the presidency, the Senate, and alm…

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Gynaecological Cancers and HPV 26:39

20d ago26:39

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Today's episode hosted by Olivia, features Miss Adeola Olaitan, who is a Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist, for a discussion on gynaecological cancers and Human papilloma virus (HPV). We discuss the five different types of gynaecological cancers, including: ovarian cancer, uterine or endometrial (womb) cancer, cervical cancer, vaginal and vulval…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | Beyond ‘Beyond Ofsted’ – the future of school inspection 59:22

21d ago59:22

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Here Jane Perryman and Alice Bradbury present data which explores how the Ofsted inspection is experienced and stakeholders’ views on how it could be improved. They discuss the report’s recommendations for change and discuss how this would benefit teachers and schools.Kirjoittanut UCL

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Season 5, Ep 3 - Unpacking COP29: Financing the future 41:49

22d ago41:49

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In this special episode hosts Mark Maslin and Simon Chin Yee give us behind the scenes insights and their verdicts on the outcome of COP29. This COP was mainly about the money and went into extra time, but our hosts unpack it and take a deep dive into the key results with the help of special guests in the studio Priti Parikh, Professor of Infrastru…

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Future Families: how climate change concerns are shaping reproductive choices 1:00:19

27d ago1:00:19

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In the lead-up to COP29, please join Hope Dillarstone and Elaine Flores for an insightful lecture exploring the complex nexus between climate change, mental health, and reproductive decision-making.Kirjoittanut UCL

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Episode 5: The SDGs and India 28:49

29d ago28:49

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In this special episode, The SDGs and India, Professor Monica Lakhanpaul and Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Professor Sumit Malhotra, from the Centre of Community Medicine at AIIMS and Professor PVM Rao from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Delhi. In this episode, we’re going overseas to take a special focus on the role of the …

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Supporting oral health as a global priority 30:08

30d ago30:08

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In episode 6 of Oral Health Matters, Richard Watt, Professor of Dental Public Health at University College London is in conversation withDr Benoit Varenne from the World Health Organisation and Dr Dympna Kavanagh, Chief Dental Officer in the Department of Health, Ireland. Together they discuss current and forthcoming developments in global and nati…

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Episode 4: The SDGs and Education 43:51

1M ago43:51

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In this episode, Professor Monica Lakhanpaul and Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Anoushka Jain, a student from UCL Dept of Political Science and Vasiliki Kioupi from University of Leeds. They’re focusing on education and the role of Education for Sustainable Development, or ESD, exploring how sustainable development can be integrated into the …

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Episode 1: The SDGs and AI 35:47

1M ago35:47

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Professor Monica Lakhanpaul and Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Dr Maria Perez Ortiz, from the UCL Department of Computer Science, and Professor Jack Stilgoe, from the UCL Department of Science and Technology Studies.  They’re taking a look at the role of technology and artificial intelligence, or AI, in supporting the implementation of the go…

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Episode 2: The SDGs and Mental Wellbeing 38:46

1M ago38:46

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Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Professor Essi Viding and Professor Argyris Stringaris, from the UCL Division of Psychiatry and Psychology and Language Sciences and joint PVPs to the UCL Grand Challenge of Mental Health and Wellbeing. Following initial discussions from series 2, they’re taking a deeper dive on the issue of mental health and we…

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Episode 3: The SDGs and Climate Crisis 44:36

1M ago44:36

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Professor Monica Lakhanpaul and Professor Priti Parikh are joined by Professor Catalina Turcu, Professor of Sustainable Built Environment, Bartlett School of Planning and Professor Ilan Kelman, Professor of Disasters and Health in the UCL Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction. Today they’re discussing the relationship between the Sustainable De…

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Lunch Hour Lecture | The 2024 US Election: Stakes and Implications 1:01:12

1M ago1:01:12

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Presented on 24/10/24, Dr Thomas Gift discusses 'What can we expect in November’s election? Will both sides accept the result as legitimate? Thomas Gift will address these and other pressing questions in this timely primer on the 2024 US Election.'Kirjoittanut UCL

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Lunch Hour Lecture | Mental health in the workplace: What's possible in an impossible world? 56:37

1M ago56:37

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This lunch hour lecture will focus on the benefits and challenges of work for our mental health.Kirjoittanut UCL

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Unequal mental health: Society, power and the depressogenic environment 1:00:13

1M ago1:00:13

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This lunch hour lecture will focus on the case for recognizing the role of the ‘depressogenic’ environment.Kirjoittanut UCL

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Lunch Hour Lecture | The antidepressant controversy 1:00:13

1M ago1:00:13

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Glyn Lewis and Gemma Lewis will discuss the antidepressant controversy in this Lunch Hour Lecture.Kirjoittanut UCL

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Global health: the burning issues 31:08

1M ago31:08

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In episode 5 of Oral Health Matters, Richard Watt, Professor of Dental Public Health at University College London is in conversation with Professor Sharon Friel from the Australian National University. and Professor Delan Devakumar, from University College London. Together they discuss developments in the broader global health research agenda and h…

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Episode 4 - Dr Luciano Rila on the UK’s First Gaysoc 25:22

1M ago25:22

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Professor Philip Schofield sits down with Dr Luciano Rila, from the Department of Maths, to delve into the history of the UK’s first university-affiliated Gaysoc, founded by Jamie Gardiner in 1972, at UCL. Dr Rila discovered archival materials in UCL’s Special Collections revealing that though the society was initially met with backlash, UCL’s libe…

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Episode 1: Inclusive Research: Dementia Affects Minoritised Ethnic Groups Too 33:56

2M ago33:56

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In this debut episode of The EDI Chronicles at Brain Sciences, Beverley Isibor speaks with Dr. Natalie Marchant, an Associate Professor at UCL and Chair of the Research Culture Community Steering Group. Together, they explore the significance of inclusive research, especially in the context of dementia research. Dr. Marchant provides insights into …

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Episode 2: Is Athena SWAN Still Necessary? 37:01

2M ago37:01

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In this engaging episode of The EDI Chronicles at Brain Sciences, Beverley Isibor speaks with Professor Sara Mole, UCL’s Envoy for Gender Equality, about the relevance of the Athena SWAN Charter in 2024. With Brain Sciences’ high engagement and UCL's impressive institutional and departmental track record in securing bronze, silver, and gold Athena …

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Episode 3: Long Covid: Becoming Disabled Later in Life 27:12

2M ago27:12

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The host, Beverley Isibor sits down with Rikesh Rajani, a senior research fellow and advocate for disability equity, about his personal experience living with Long Covid. Rikesh opens up about the challenges of managing a chronic condition while balancing professional responsibilities at UCL since March 2022. Together, they unpack the implications …

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Season 5, Ep 2 – Biodiversity: Can local conservation efforts grow into global impact? 45:00

2M ago45:00

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What do vultures in India and beavers in West London have to do with protecting our ecosystems? What’s the link between biodiversity loss and human-driven climate change? Why does Simon love beavers so much? And what exactly is “COP16”? This episode explores some of the key issues at play – focusing on global ecosystems and local conservation effor…

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Welcome to Generation One - Trailer 1:49

2M ago1:49

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This is Generation One, the climate podcast from University College London – turning climate science and ideas into action. Hosted by Dr Simon Chin-Yee from the School of Public Policy, and Mark Maslin, Professor of Earth Systems Science at UCL.We’re going to be tackling climate action in all its forms, from innovative business and tech solutions, …

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Imagining Turkey through cartoons: Ozge Samanci and her graphic novels 34:05

2M ago34:05

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In this episode, we host Dr. Özge Samanci from Northwestern University - School of Communication. We talk about her latest work "Evil Eyes Sea", as well as how she started her career and what her future projects are.Transcription link: https://web.descript.com/eba89e5c-6cc5-46b5-97fa-de5bb84c6c47/db319?editorVariant=defaultDate of episode recording…

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Episode 3 - Dr Xine Yao on Queer Aesthetics and the Panoptic Gaze 32:27

2M ago32:27

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Professor Philip Schofield discusses queer aesthetics and the idea of a racialised panoptic gaze with Dr Xine Yao, the co-director of qUCL and an expert on American literature in the Department of English. They dig into the archive of bestselling, but now forgotten, American novels, and tease out the ways in which the biggest issues of the 19th cen…

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Outdoor Learning And The Politics Of Hope 27:25

2M ago27:25

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This week we’re talking about the politics of hope, the climate crisis, and the importance of learning outdoors. In this episode, host Dr Emily McTernan is joined by Professor Cathy Elliot from UCL’s Department of Political Science to explore the politics of hope in the face of the climate crisis and the role of outdoor learning in cultivating that…

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Episode 2 - Dr Jonathan Galton on Queerness, Islam and the Left 26:35

2M ago26:35

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Professor Philip Schofield hosts Social Scientist Dr Jonathan Galton, to explore his research into the perceived political tension on the progressive left between queerness and Islam. Discussing the historical and cultural context surrounding queerness and Islam, they find surprising affinities between Bentham’s writing on freedom of religion and s…

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Disruptive Voices - Menopause and Me: Juggling Work and Home Life Dr Meena Khatwa 40:49

2M ago40:49

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Dr Meena Khatwa and Dr Kelly Dickson delve into the bio-psychosocial impacts of menopause with special guests Lauren Chiren (CEO, Women of a Certain Stage); Sonia Abrams (UCL Head of Events OPVA) and Josephine Falade (Associate Professor, UCL School of Pharmacy). Together, they explore menopause awareness, acceptance, and the transition process. Th…

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The Cost of Losing Our Public Spaces: From London to Lima 47:33

2M ago47:33

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Public spaces like parks are increasingly becoming less accessible. This phenomenon, observable from London to Lima, affects how we socialise, engage in physical activities and participate in our communities. One reason for this lack of access is the commodification of these spaces but what are the consequences of charging a fee to access a park? I…

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Engaging communities for better oral health 29:31

2M ago29:31

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In Episode 3 Richard is in conversation with Mirai Chatterjee from the Self-Employed Women’s Association in India and Professor Blanaid Daly, Dean of the School of Dental Science at Trinity College Dublin. Together they discuss the meaning and value of community engagement in research and ways to promote meaningful partnership working with communit…

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Oral health research: Challenges and opportunities 30:32

2M ago30:32

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In Episode 2 we're in conversation with Professor Regina Mutave from the Department of Dental Sciences at the University of Nairobi and Professor Manu Mathur from the Centre for Dental Public Health from Queen Mary University London. We're discussing the challenges and opportunities for oral health research in the global south, asking what’s gettin…

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Oral health: luxury for the few or fundamental human right? 26:39

2M ago26:39

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In Episode 1, Richard is in conversation with Dr Carol Guarnizo-Herreno from the University of Colombia and Professor Marco Peres from the National Dental Centre in Singapore. They discuss why oral health needs to be a more prominent feature of the global public health agenda and what the key issues are. Carol is co-lead of the CORE programme and h…

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Oral Health Matters - Series Trailer 1:54

2M ago1:54

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Welcome to Oral Health Matters, a brand new podcast from the Dental Public Health Group at University College London and presented by eminent dental public health expert Professor Richard Watt. Transcription link: https://researchpodcasts.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/OHM-series-trailer-transcript.pdfDate of episode recording: 2024-08-19T00:00:0…

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Lunch Hour Lecture - Mental health inequality: What can you and I do about it? 53:47

2M ago53:47

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Lunch Hour Lecture - Mental health inequality: What can you and I do about it? by UCLKirjoittanut UCL

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Welcome to Season 5, Ep 1 - Great British Energy: Real green policies or just hot air? 49:55

3M ago49:55

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Welcome to Series 5! In this first episode, following the recent Labour party conference, our hosts Professor Mark Maslin and Dr Simon Chin-Yee discuss the UK government’s plan to create ‘Great British energy’. The (not so?) ambitious programme aims to make Britain a clean energy superpower to bolster energy security and achieve its net zero carbon…

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Menopause 22:40

3M ago22:40

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We are back here today to talk about menopause. We are going to be diving into the basics on what it is and what to expect, and then some ideas on how to optimize lifestyle in this stage as well as various, sometimes conflicting views, on treatment and management options for individuals going through menopause. Joining me in this is episode is none…

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Disruptive Voices - Data-Empowered Societies 17:25

3M ago17:25

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Join us in this special episode as we explore UCL's evolved Grand Challenge: Data-Empowered Societies.In this podcast, you’ll hear from UCL staff about the transformative potential of this Grand Challenge, ethical data practices, and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration.This episode features UCL colleagues, including:• Prof. Allison Li…

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Sustainability in Statistical Modelling of Wind Energy with Domna Ladopoulou 17:34

4M ago17:34

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Domna Ladopoulou, a researcher in the Department of Statistical Science at UCL, is working on improving the efficiency and reliability of wind energy production through statistical and machine learning modelling approaches. Her research focuses on developing a probabilistic condition monitoring system for wind farms using SCADA data to detect fault…

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Brain Stories - Episode 18 - Brain Stories Live 1:35:46

4M ago1:35:46

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The first ever live recording of the UCL Brain Stories podcast live from the Bloomsbury Studio at the Bloomsbury Theatre and Studio on 18th October 2023. Caswell and Selina spoke to Diksha Gupta, Rick Adams, and Benedetto De Martino on all things Neuro AI.For more information and to access the transcript: www.ucl.ac.uk/research/domains/neuroscience…

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Brain Stories Episode 19 - Sonia Gandhi on researching and treating Parkinson's Disease 47:53

4M ago47:53

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Professor Sonia Gandhi talks to Steve and Selina about her research into the biology of Parkinson's disease, and how this understanding could lead to new treatments. Date of episode recording: 2024-06-14T00:00:00ZDuration: 00:47:53Language of episode: EnglishPresenter: Steve Flemming; Selina WrayGuests: Professor Sonia GandhiProducer: Patrick Robin…

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