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Einstein A Go-Go

by RRR - Triple R

Dissection and discussion of science and science issues made digestible for public consumption.Find us on Facebook and Twitter!The intro and outro theme is Soft Illusion and was generously provided by Andras.https://andras.bandcamp.com/track/soft-illusion

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Episodes

  1. That's A Wrap!

    Although the podcast format of Einstein A Go-Go has now wrapped, this show continues to be broadcast on Triple R. You can now listen to new episodes on Triple R’s FM On Demand service at rrr.org.au/explore/programs/einstein-a-go-go. Thanks for listening!

  2. Endometriosis Redux

    In a follow-up from the live in-conversation of Einstein-A-Go-Go two years ago, this guest-packed show revisits the topic of endometriosis. Shane is joined in the studio by Dr Susi and Dr Lauren to interview two surgeons and two scientists. Dr Kate Tyson is a gynaecologist and advanced…

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  3. What Would You Bring To The Year 1000?

    Joining Dr Shane in the studios for the final show of 2024 are Chris KP, Dr Ray and Dr Scarlett. No studio guests for the special final show, instead Dr Shane presents the team with a thought experiment. What would they do if they were transported back to the year 1000 ad they could only bring…

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  4. Gastroenterology and inherited diseases

    Hosts: Dr Shane, Dr Suzie, Dr Linden News Items: Rivers function in our world, intermittent fasting, 1st guest: Dakota Rhys-Jones is a PhD student and Accredited Practicing Dietitian at Monash University's Department of Gastroenterology, School of Translational Medicine, The Alfred Centre.…

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  5. Hail Stones, Brain Size, Auditory Processing, and Gut Health in Space

    Join us for an engaging episode featuring Lucy Shiels, an audiologist from the University of Melbourne, who specialises in assessing and supporting listening difficulties in neurodivergent children. She investigates whether remote microphone technology can enhance focus for children with ADHD and...

  6. Organoids, legumes and lambs

    What’s the point of science if you can’t communicate what you’ve discovered? This week Dr Shane spends time with four of Australia’s FameLab finalists: early career scientists who present their original findings with just 3 minutes (and a prop)! Dr Clair Richards from the University of Technology...

  7. Impact of Scientific Research, Fun-IVCM, What is a Human

    Dr Shane is joined by co-hosts Drs Scarlett and Laura. In science news water on Mars, detection of other planets and obesity. Joann Cattlin PhD Candidate from RMIT University talks about the societal impact of scientific research; Dr Ching Yi Wu from Melbourne University talks about Fun-IVCM...

  8. A Superstars of STEM special - brain health, sharks and radio astronomy

    This week’s episode is a Superstars of STEM special edition, with resident Superstar of STEM Dr Susi inviting three of her fellow Superstars to talk about their science on air. Dr Shane is joined in the studio by regular co-hosts Chris KP and Dr Susi, recruiting all listeners for CSIRO’s latest...

  9. Personalising exercise plans for cardiovascular disease, better dental implants and biodegradable glitter

    Dr Shane is in the studio with Dr Linden, sharing science news about the hunt for new prime numbers via citizen science, and recent research combining images from the Hubble and Webb telescopes to show what the nearby star Vega really looks like. This week's guests include Dr Kim Way from the...

  10. Smallest Dinosaur Eggs, Anti-Cancer Drug Research, Nasal Viruses, and Recovery of Meteorites

    Dr. Shane, Dr. Lauren, and Dr. Scarlett are joined by: Associate Profesor Erinna Lee from La Trobe University, who delves into her research on anti-cancer drugs and the regulation of intestinal homeostasis, with implications for colitis and IBD; Dr. Lynn Nazareth from CSIRO shares her innovative...

  11. Mini Moon, Pelvic Pain and Cosmic Threats

    Dr Shane, Chris KP and Dr Suzi are joined by two distinguished guests, Dr. Laura Chapman and Dr. Sara Webb. Dr. Laura Chapman is a practising clinician focused on providing inclusive care for women, trans men, and non-binary individuals. Specialising in obstetrics, gynaecology, and mental health,...

  12. Math medicine, gut goop and cancer communication

    The scheduled launch to Jupiter’s moon Europa has been delayed by a hurricane, so this week, Dr Shane, Dr Scarlett and Dr Ray take a breath and talk stellar disc components, gravity wave elements, and carnivore diet tracking through DNA. Dr Matthew Snelson from the Hypertension Research…

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  13. The Lost Dogs home, Clinical anatomy, and Behavioural ecology

    Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Dr Scarlett and Dr Ailie, as well as 2 very special guests. Katie Belt : Pet and Family Advocate – The lost dog’s home, shares an update regarding the Lost dogs home, providing insight to current challenges, and also promotes the current push for feedback from...

  14. Neuro-imaging for epilepsy in children and species protection

    Dr Shane, Dr Lauren, Dr Suzie, and Dr Grazie are joined by Dr Emma Macdonald-Laurs, who is a paediatric neurologist and epileptologist from the Royal Children's Hospital and clinician-scientist fellow at the Murdoch Children's Research Institute to discuss her PhD from the University of Melbourne...

  15. Radiothon Special - A Radiotherapy and Radio Marinara Crossover

    For this Radiothon special, Dr Shane is joined by special guests from the Radiotherapy and Radio Marinara shows: Kent Goldsworthy aka Panel Beater and Bron Burton. Bron shares findings from her PhD studies on intertidal limpets and how they can represent the impact of human activities upon...

  16. Post-traumatic mental health, Bogong moths, earthquakes and blood stem cells

    With his co-hosts away, Dr Shane is joined in the studio by four guests talking all things science. This week’s guests are Dr Rahul Khanna, Program Director for Mental Health State-wide Trauma Service at Phoenix Australia, talking about the world’s first jurisdiction-wide trauma service aiming to...

  17. Antarctic Ice Sheet, Combining Chemistry and DNA and Science Careers

    Dr Shane is joined by co-hosts Drs Susi and Linden. In science news global temperatures, plastic recycling and nerd night and the earths's core. Jessica Macha from The Monash Ice Sheet Initiative talks about the Antarctic ice sheet; and Dr. Kimberley Callaghan from Melbourne University talks…

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  18. Radiothon Special

    Dr Shane is joined in the studio by EAGG Regulars Dr Lauren, Dr Linden & Chris KP. Together they discuss science and celebrate Radiothon 2024. 'Serving up a Sonic Soup' is the theme for 2024. Listen and Subscribe.

  19. CIRO and CERA

    CIRO and CERA Host: Dr Shane, 1st guest: Prof Doug Hilton CEO CSIRO is a molecular and cellular biologist and previously Director of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (WEHI). At WEHI, his medical research focussed on understanding how blood cells communicate and using this...

  20. Earworms, Moon Base, The Marshmallows Test

    It’s a special Radiothon episode with an all-star cast joining Dr Shane in the studio - Chris KP, Dr Susi, Dr Ailie, Dr Ray and Gracie (live from Texas) bringing you all the latest science news and spruiking the station's annual fundraising campaign. Program page: Einstein-A-Go-Go Facebook page:...

  21. ChatGPT in Research, Bird Vitality and Stratospheric Warming

    Join Dr. Graci as she delves into the innovative use of ChatGPT in research settings; Dr. Linden sheds light on the crucial role of carotenes in enhancing bird vitality; Dr. Ailie alerts us to the recent sudden stratospheric warming event and its potential impacts. In our weekly science news...

  22. Organ donation, electric rocks and planet problems

    It’s DonateLife Week, and across Australia, four out of five support organ donation but only one in three are registered organ donors. Dr Shane, Dr Ray and Dr Susi dive into real stories from a donor family, a recipient, and a specialist nurse. We look at the process, the implications, and the...

  23. Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP), Prostate Cancer, and Endometriosis

    Dr Shane is joined by co-hosts Chris KP, plus Dr Susi and Dr Lauren. In science news: food, space, and water cleaning microbes. Guests include: Dr Richard Tothill, Principal Res Fellow, Cancer Genomics Group Leader at the University of Melbourne on Cancer of Unknown Primary (CUP); Dr Niall...

  24. Dewatering processes, cognitive therapeutics for Alzheimer's disease and blood tests for chronic diseases

    With Dr Shane away in Cairns this week, the reigns of the show are in Dr Jenny, Dr Euan and Dr Ray’s hands. They are joined in the studio by this week’s guests Dr Shane Usher, Research fellow in the Minerals Centre of Excellent at the University of Melbourne, talking about the processes of...

  25. Digital Tai Chi, Parkinson’s Disease and Childhood Stuttering

    Presenter Dr Shane brings the latest science news; Julia Zhu, a physiotherapist and PhD candidate in the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne talks about how the traditional Chinese exercise of Tai Chi has shown great benefits for improving the symptoms of osteoarthritis…

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  26. Physics and Sustainable Development, Wattle Sustainability Fellowships, Student Space Challenge Programme

    Dr Shane and Scarlett speak with six guests in this bumper physics show! This week's guests are: 1) Dr Sara Webb, from Swinburne University. To prepare for the future of Astronomy, Dr. Sara Webb works with optical telescope data and machine learning to explore explosions in the universe and how...

  27. Youth Suicide Prevention, Astronomy Research, Physics & Jupiter's shrinking great red spot.

    Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Dr Shane and Dr Scarlett. Alongside them are 2 incredibly well credentialed guests. Samuel McKay Centre for Youth Mental Health - University of Melbourne, Samuel highlights the importance of youth mental health programs and suicide prevention methods in…

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  28. AI and the Turing Test, Quantum Entanglement, and slowing Parkinson’s Disease

    First guest is Dr Melissa Rogerson, who studies hybridizing technology with tabletop games, exploring their impact on gameplay and player experience, and assess the implications for remote play and simulation applications in fields like healthcare. Second guest is Benji Metha, who discusses...

  29. Echidna regurgitation, Lacrymaria olor, 2 meter Daemon ducks!, Earthrise!

    Dr Bernadette Jones-Freeman, PhD, Monash University, on the epigenetics of ageing and exercise, particularly in skeletal muscle, plus DNA Methylation. Dr Paris Papagianis from Respiratory Pharmacology Lab, Monash University on silicosis early life exposure and lung health, and the disease…

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  30. Restoring Eyesight, Stroke Survivor Recovery, Deciphering Thunderstorm Asthma, Butterflies in Rain

    Dr Natalie Fini PhD, Senior Research Fellow, NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne shares insights from her work which focuses on a tailored, targeted physical activity program co-designed with a team of stroke survivors and their dedicated carers; Kira Hughes…

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  31. B cells, P waves and sound rage

    How do you amplify an immune response, analyse an earthquake or explain your irrational rage at people’s mouth noise? This week Dr Shane, Dr Susi, Dr Ray and Dr Graci dive in and discuss the latest technology for direct air capture carbon management, printable and eco-friendly sensors that can be...

  32. Eating disorders, malaria causing parasites and infectious diseases

    Dr Shane is joined in the studio by regular co-hosts Chris KP and Dr Ray, sharing their science news of the week. This week’s guests are Gabriel Lubieniecki, a PhD candidate in the Body Image and Eating Disorders Research Group at Monash University, focussing on the critical role healthcare…

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  33. Forensic Anthropology, Psychotic Disorders, Cognitive Health

    Dr Shane is joined by co-hosts, Dr Jen Martin and Dr Euan Ritchie. PhD Candidate Isabella Crebert from the University of Newcastle talks about forensic anthropology; PhD Candidate Nicholas Cheng from Monash University talks about psychotic disorders; and Dr. Laura Bird from Monash University…

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  34. Antimicrobial Peptides, Cancer and Cognition, Rain in the U.A.E.

    Presenter Dr Shane is joined by Drs Allie and Linden for the latest science news. Dr Darren Haywood, postdoctoral research fellow in the Faculty of Health at the University of Technology Sydney investigates changes in concentration, memory, thinking speed and decision-making in people with a...

  35. 20 PHD students in 20 minutes special

    Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Chris KP and Suzi, and 20 special guests as part of the ‘20 PHD Students in 20 minutes’ program. A wide range of expertise and insight covered in this special, including but not limited to; anti-hypertension medication, eating disorders in a prison environment,...

  36. Scikus, Near Earth Object and Day of Immunology

    Dr. Jen and Dr. Shane host a celebration for the Day of Immunology with three distinguished guests. First, Lauren Howson from WEHI's Immunology Division delves into the roles of "unconventional" immune cells in human disease, aiming to guide new therapeutic strategies, particularly for inherited...

  37. Daylight saving madness!

    Hosts: Dr Lyndon, Dr Ailee and Dr Shane News Items: Bird family tree, Outdated Science, The Solar Eclipse, NEOWISE Guests this week include Chris Swain is a Victorian Cancer Agency Early Carrer Fellow at The University of Melbourne who looks at the benefits of physical activity as a part of…

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  38. Atrial Fibrillation, Plasmalogens, Urban Moths, Science Comedy Event

    Dr Kim Way PhD, School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Deakin University, dives into the complexities of atrial fibrillation, a heart condition; Dr Yow Keat Tham, Group Leader, Metabolomics Laboratory, Baker Institute discusses his research into Plasmalogens, an important class of…

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  39. Big brain surgery, big health data and big math to model disease

    Organic farming is better for the planet, right? This week Dr Shane, Dr Ray and Dr Scarlett (with Dr Gracie beaming in from the USA) learn that the answer is mostly yes, but that it’s more complicated than first thought. Thankfully, calculating the behaviour of three or more celestial bodies is...

  40. Dark Matter, Bipolar Disorder, Healthcare Statistics

    Dr Shane is joined this week by co-host Dr Susi. In science news Star Trek improves ChatGPT Maths - Healthcare and Insulin - Avi Loeb. Guests are Alex Ritter a PhD Candidate from The University of Melbourne who talks about Dark Matter; Georgia Caruana a PhD Candidate & Research Coordinator from…

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  41. Dark matter, blood transfusion for dogs and Australian abalone

    Dr Shane is joined in the studio by Dr Jen and Dr Euan, sharing their science news of the week. This week’s guests are Renee Grace Key, a PhD student from Swinburne University, talking about dark matter and if it really is Stephen Hawking’s prediction of a tiny black hole; Jack Atkin-Smith, a...

  42. Extreme Environments, Detecting Neutrinos, and the Heaviest Animal Debate

    Presenter Dr Shane is joined by Drs Linden and Hayley for the latest science news. Dr Francesco Ricci from the Department of Microbiology at Monash University discusses how scientists work to understand how life adapts to extreme environments and how life that thrives in these environments can…

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  43. Tinnitus, detecting dark matter and molecular movies

    Dr Shane is joined in the studio by Dr Laura and Dr Ray, who share news on beef-flavoured rice grown in the lab and shocking findings by European researchers that microplastics penetrate so deeply into lake sediment that they enter layers laid down before plastics were even invented. Dr Shane...

  44. Endometriosis, Histology and Antarctica

    Dr Shane is joined by EAGG regulars Dr Suzi, Chris KP and Dr Scarlett, Alongside them this week are 3 amazing guests. Dr Chris Freelance Biologist, Science communicator and Manager of the Melbourne Histology Platform, shares insight into Histology and the research and analysis underway examining...

  45. ALS, Invasive Ants and Kenya's Lions, Aerotrophs

    Dr Susie, Dr Euan and Dr Shane talk to guest Dr Paul Gurr from the Dept. Chemical Engineering at the University of Melbourne about the delicate task of cornea surgery. Currently only 1 in 70 patients with corneal disease receive the necessary surgery. Bioengineers are develop a fully synthetic...

  46. Women's pain, cerebral palsy prevention, and AC joints

    Mary-Anne Thomas, Minister for Health, Minister for Health Infrastructure, and Minister for Ambulance Services discusses the Inquity into Women's Pain; Dr Madison Paton, Senior Research Fellow at Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) talks about new stem and cell therapies for brain protection in babies...

  47. Planet earth, fungal pathogens, deep sea plastics, Mars helicopter, fruit flies

    Associate Professor Fabio A. Capitanio, School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment, Monash University, tells us all about his research into mountain belts and the large earthquakes they host; Dr Harshini Weerasinghe and Dr Francios Olivier, Monash University discuss their research into new ways…

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  48. Turbine trouble, matter measurement and space settlements

    When Dr Shane is away… the show goes on as normal because it’s very well organised! This week Chris KP and Dr Susi discussed how an acid in our blood helps determine the construction of our retinal cones, plus Dr Emma Bennett from School of Biological Sciences at Monash University shared her work...

  49. Arctic adventures, exhibition design and chronic fatigue

    Science is vastly more impactful if it is shared, and this week Dr Euan, Dr Jen, and Dr Shane look at the connections between policy, science, and community. Have you ever wondered how science is translated into interactive, inspiring exhibitions? Melbourne Museum’s Experience Developer Mei Liu...

  50. Good and bad T cells, bats!

    Dr Shane is joined in the studio by Dr Ray, Dr Linden and Dr Susi, who share some science news about microsleep in penguins, the resilience of redwood trees after bushfires and dolphins detecting electric signals to hunt prey. They are joined in the studio by Dr Susan Christo, a Postdoc in Dr...

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Dissection and discussion of science and science issues made digestible for public consumption.Find us on Facebook and Twitter!The intro and outro theme is Soft Illusion and was generously provided by Andras.https://andras.bandcamp.com/track/soft-illusion

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