#009 - Jonathan Eisen: Microbes, Open-Sourcing Research, & Equality in Academia

Join us for an insightful discussion with Professor Jonathan Eisen, an award-winning researcher at UC Davis, as he takes us on a journey into the fascinating world of microbiology. With appointments in the Department of Evolution and Ecology, the Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, and the Genome Center, Professor Eisen's research spans across many different areas within microbiology, as he aims to uncover fundamental "rules" that can be widely applied across the field. Professor Eisen is also an active social media presence on Twitter, where he advocates for greater academic communication and accessibility. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating realm of microbes, exploring their impact on our lives and our relationship with them. We also discuss the importance of open sourcing academic research and promoting equity and diversity within academia. Join us as we discover the secrets of the microbial world and gain insights from Professor Jonathan Eisen's expertise and experience.       This presentation is a service of Discovering Academia, and all information presented is for commercial and informational purposes only.  Discovering Academia provides no assurances as to the accuracy or completeness of the information presented and possess no actual knowledge of any topic presented. Any opinions expressed in this presentation are solely attributed to each individual asserting the same and do not reflect the opinion of Discovering Academia.