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Superheroes of Science is on a mission to highlight current and exciting science and STEM content. Get your science directly from the experts!
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Inspiring engineers to learn and think more about how they can have a positive social impact with their careers. We discuss how engineering professionals can deploy their skills to maximise their impact and work to solve some of the world's most pressing problems.
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Funmi Okunola, a Physician, hosts a show that interviews a range of special guests that will introduce to you, the global audience, a pathway back to pre-COVID life. These esteemed professionals at the top of their field, will be interviewed about a range of evidenced-based technologies and methods that if incorporated, will allow all of us to live safely with the coronavirus. We set the stage with an explanation of the virus and the disease then move onto episodes featuring vaccination, tes ...
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Neurodiversity contributes to the breadth of societal interactions, but has not been well addressed in the workplace. On this episode, Dr. Ludmila Praslova discussed her book, The Canary Code. Coal mines… LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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Sharks may be one of the most fearsome creatures of the oceans, but how much is known about their natural history? On this episode, Dr. John Long discussed his book, The Secret History of Sharks. Shh… LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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Modern life has provided many creature comforts that may cause more harm than benefit for our health. What is the benefit of discomfort? On this episode, Paul Taylor discussed his book, Death by Comfort. Don’t panic… LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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Technological design is often hampered by runaway features with limited utility. How do we design a better future? On this episode, Scott Doorley discussed his book, Assembling Tomorrow. Legos? LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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What are the limitations and promises of artificial intelligence? How do we employ it effectively? On this episode, Dr. Pedro Domingos discussed his book, 2040: A Silicon Valley Satire. HAL? LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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The human brain operates in a manner to predict changes in the environment, but what happens when this prediction window changes? On this episode, Alexander Boldizar discussed his book, The Man Who Saw Seconds. Stopwatch? LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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Technological advances have inundated daily lives and resulted in a massive oversubscription in unnecessary activities. How do we take back our time? On this episode, Julio Vincent Gambuto discussed his book, Please Unsubscribe, Thanks. This show excepted… LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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The internet has enabled a brand of anonymous negativity that often manifests physically. On this episode, Robyn Harding discussed her new book, The Haters. Peace… LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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Reducing pathogens in indoor environments is a major challenge, which can benefit from novel approaches. On this episode, John Rajchert discussed the development of Far UVC technology. Far out… LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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Public awareness of institutional malfeasance relies on investigative journalists. How has the landscape of such activism changed? On this episode, Barrett Brown discussed his book, My Glorious Defeats. Just a flesh wound… LISTEN TO EPISODEDe către grokscience
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What is Far-UVC technology, and How it Can Be Used to Make our Indoor Environments Healthier?
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Today we chatted with John Rajchert about the application of using far UVC technology to make indoor environments healthier. Rajchert is a native of Sydney Australia with an impressive background in electrical engineering. He has worked for years making buildings safe and efficient. Today he is a Co-founder and CEO of Lit Thinking and discusses wha…
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We wanted to know a few things about Quantum materials. Who better to ask than Erica W. Carlson, Ph.D., a Professor of Physics at Purdue University. Prof. Carlson holds a BS in Physics from the California Institute of Technology (1994), as well as a Ph.D. in Physics from UCLA (2000). A theoretical physicist at the Purdue Quantum Science and Enginee…
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What is the Mars Perseverance Rover Doing Now?
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Briony Horgan, Associate Professor of Planetary Sciences at Purdue University, is working to determine whether we are alone in the Universe, or if life once existed on other planets such as Mars. She explains what the Perseverance Rover is doing on Mars, (like looking for ancient microbial life!), and talks about the samples and data that Persevera…
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Dr. Lindsay Weinberg is a clinical assistant professor in the John Martinson Honors College at Purdue University, and the Director of the Tech Justice Lab. Her research and teaching are at the intersection of science and technology studies, media studies, and feminist studies, with an emphasis on the social and ethical impacts of digital technology…
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How Machine Learning and A.I. Models Work
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From “writing code” without knowing code to training models, Professor Tianyi Zhang discusses how Machine Learning and A.I. models work and what they are. He is an Assistant Professor at Purdue University researching Human and Computer Interaction.De către Purdue University
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#016 - Nuclear Security and Policy with Matthew Gentzel
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Matthew is the Co-Lead of Longview Philanthropy’s Nuclear Weapons Policy program. In this episode we discuss Matthew’s journey from the Airforce academy, to fire engineering, AI policy, and nuclear security Many topics related to nuclear security and international policy Artificial intelligence and it’s implications for influence operations The ben…
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Who should study Cybersecurity?
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In an era of increasing cyber threats, Eugene H. Spafford forges our future in the area of cybersecurity. Dr. Spafford is a Professor of Computer Science in Purdue University’s College of Science. He explains ethical hacking, social engineering, and the role of cybersecurity professionals in our lives.…
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#015 - Improving Indoor Air Quality with Gavriel Kleinwaks
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Gavriel is the Indoor Air Quality Lead (formerly Strategic Projects Lead) at 1Day Sooner In this episode we discuss How Gavriel developed an interest in policy and the path she took How COVID challenge trials lead to 1Day Sooner focusing on indoor air quality The state of the indoor air quality field Interventions to improve indoor air quality: HVA…
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From how nuclear power works to safety in the industry, Dr. Hitesh Bindra explains nuclear energy. Hitesh is an Associate Professor at Purdue University’s School of Nuclear Engineering.De către Purdue University
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Understanding AI and Computer Vision with Raymond Yeh
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Raymond Yeh is an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Sciences at Purdue University. His research is at the intersection of machine learning and computer vision. Specifically, his research focuses on developing algorithms to learn effective and explainable models ranging across several domains including audio, vision, language, and mu…
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#014 - Chemical engineering to oat-based cheese with Sarah Qian
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Sarah is the founder of Compassion Creamery, an oat-based cream cheese startup. In this episode we discuss Sarah’s journey from studying chemical engineering to founding Compassion Creamery The challenges she has faced in scaling up her operations The ways physical-based startups differ from software-based startups Sarah’s advice for other engineer…
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Being Curious Leads a Computer Scientist to Automated Algorithm Analysis
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Andres Bejarano began his career wanting to make video games. Today Andres is a computer scientist who is an Assistant Professor of Practice. He researches making natural looking A.I. images and teaches classes at Purdue University. Automated Algorithm Analysis serves as a powerful tool that enhances the efficiency of computer programs, benefiting …
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#013 - Engineering for Nuclear Security with Cameron Tracy
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Cameron is a research scholar at the Standford Center for International Security and Cooperation In this episode we discuss How Cameron went from a PhD in materials engineering to researching global security issues A brief history of the role of academia in international and nuclear security Nuclear arms reduction Nuclear waste management and hyper…
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Fostering Collaborations: Institutes Driving Interdisciplinary Solutions for a Sustainable Future
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We had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Matt Huber, the Director of the Institute for a Sustainable Future. Join us as we delve into the inner workings of this influential institute, exploring its crucial role in shaping a sustainable future. As we navigate the landscape of academia, our conversation takes an intriguing turn toward understand…
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Harnessing the Power of Green Infrastructure for Sustainable Stormwater Management
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Nicole Chavas (President + Chief Operating Officer) and Lucy Kopchak (Associate Engineer) join us to discuss green infrastructure and sustainable engineering. Due to climate change, cities are seeing an increase in stronger storms with heavier rainfalls. Traditional infrastructure (gray infrastructure) is not equipped to handle significant increase…
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#012 - Biosafety consulting on public policy with Ryan Ritterson
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Ryan is Executive Vice President of Research and a Partner at Gryphon Scientific In this episode we discuss Ryan’s journey from studying engineering, to life-science research, and then into the policy implications of life-science research Working at a mission-driven company How Gryphon Scientific is improving the evidence base underpinning biosafet…
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How do architects design science laboratories?
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Specializing in designing science laboratories, Marilee is a registered architect and Senior Laboratory Planner at HED, one of the oldest and largest architecture and engineering firms in the country.De către Purdue University
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What is Data Science and How is it Used?
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Ever wonder where some A.I. programs their data? Farhan Shaikh (VP of Data and Digital Solutions at Jacobs) discusses Data Science. Jacobs is an international company working to make the world smarter, more connected, and more sustainable. Farhan explains what kind of data Jacobs and others collect and how that data is used. We discuss types of dat…
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#011 - Networking for career change with Sean Lawrence
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Sean is a co-founder of High Impact Engineers and the host of the Engineered for Impact podcast. In this episode we discuss The value of networking for career change The motivations to network when planning career change Why you should, at the very least, be strongly thinking about chatting to people while exploring career change How networking fit…
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The Dark Side of the Moon: and other misconceptions...
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Conservation of Valuable Land Through a Land Trust
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Ben Taylor is a Project Manager at ACRES Land Trust in Northern Indiana. He joins us today to discuss the details of what a Land Trust is and his role in conservation and saving valuable lands for the future.De către Purdue University
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The Quest to Discover Dark Matter
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Dr. Rafael Lang from Purdue University Physics and Astronomy is an eternal optimist. As iny scienteest has to be. He is on a quest to discover Dark Matter. Dark matter is a mysterious and invisible substance that makes up a significant portion of the total matter in the universe. Unlike ordinary matter, which includes everything we can see and dete…
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#010 - Effective climate giving with Emily Thai
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Emily is a Manager at Giving Green, helping to drive high-impact climate donations. In this episode we discuss Emily’s journey from studying engineering, venture capital, consulting How giving green uses research and communication to drive high-impact climate donations The biggest mistakes people make when donating to climate change How individuals…
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#009 - Far-UVC for clean indoor air with Vivian Belenky
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Vivian Belenky discusses the use of far-UVC technology to reduce the transmission of pathogens in indoor environments. The conversation covers the current state of the technology, safety considerations, and pathways to reducing its cost. Engineers interested in promoting the widespread adoption of far-UVC technology will find valuable insights in t…
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Exploring Ancient Volcanoes: Unveiling Insights from the Past
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Disha Okhai researches ancient volcanoes to learn about the patterns and processes that provide valuable information about how magma accumulates, moves, and triggers volcanic eruptions. This historical perspective allows for the identification of key indicators and precursors that signify an impending volcanic eruption. Armed with this knowledge, m…
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Demystifying Severe Storms and Tornadoes: Separating Fact from Fiction
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This exciting crash course on tornado formation is led by Professor Dan Dawson, aka “Tornado Dan,” renowned research scientist from Purdue University Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Planetary Sciences and master of all things tornado-related. In this insightful episode, Dr. Dawson unravels misconceptions surrounding these natural wonders and p…
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#008 - Resilient foods to feed humanity in disasters with Juan García Martínez
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Juan is a chemical engineer and the Research Manager at the Alliance to Feed Earth in Disasters (ALLFED). In this episode we discuss Resilient foods — what are they and why might we need them? Single-cell proteins Short-term uses for resilient foods Government catastrophic risk preparedness Translating engineering research into policy communication…
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Frozen Quest: A Geochemist's Antarctic Expedition Searching for Knowledge
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Geochemist Marissa Tremblay recently returned from a field research excursion in Antarctica. She describes the extreme cold environment as well as the science that is looking to reveal the secrets of the rocks there. Specifically, what was the temperature like 3 million years ago in Antarctica? Listen to Marissa's first recording with Superheroes o…
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#007 - AI compute governance with Lennart Heim
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Lennart has a background in electrical engineering and is a Research Fellow at the Centre for the Governance of AI. In this episode What is AI governance and where does it fit in with AI safety Lennart’s journey into AI governance US export controls on AI chips and recent developments in the AI landscape The AI production function AI compute chip s…
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Understanding Drug Discovery: Finding the Cure for the Flu
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Drug Discovery is a very interdisciplinary field of research. Imrul Shahriar, Ph.D. Candidate with the Low Research Laboratory at Purdue Institute for Drug Discovery, walks us through the process of drug discovery: from the many fields of science involved to the proteins used to deliver the medicine to the correct cells. Imrul is actively researchi…
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#006 - Academic research in cultivated meat with Rachael Floreani
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Rachael is an Associate Professor at the University of Vermont in the Departments of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Biomedical Engineering, and Food Systems whose current research interests include cultivated meat. In this episode Rachael's interdisciplinary journey to working on cultivated meats The control engineers have over the mechanic…
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Moons of the Milky Way: The Ingredients for Life
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Dr. Michael Sori (Purdue University Planetary Geophysics & Surface Processes) discusses bodies in our solar system that have ice, underground oceans, tides, and space exploration. We converse about various moons that have some of the basic ingredients for life.De către Purdue University
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#005 - High Impact Professionals with Federico Speziali
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Federico is the Co-founder of High Impact Professionals. In this episode Fede's journey in prioritising an impactful career Fede’s experience with Charity Entreprenurship’s incubation program {link} The potential for engineers as founders and tips for entrepreneurial success The paths to impact for working professionals, including: Donating to effe…
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#004 - Social enterprises in Sub-Saharan Africa with Arno Rohwedder
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Arno is a social entrepreneur working in the agricultural sector in rural Tanzania. In this episode Arno's inspiration for becoming a social entrepreneur in Tanzania An overview of Upendo Honey and Dark Earth Carbon, and their beneficiaries Challenges faced by social enterprises in Sub-Saharan Africa and their potential to enhance government proces…
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Using Weather Balloons for Scientific Research and Education
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In this informative episode, Brandon Pearson, the Director of NearSpace Education, explains the myriad uses of weather balloons and how they contribute to our understanding of the world around us. Join us on a journey of scientific exploration as we uncover the invaluable data these balloons provide. Once airborne, weather balloons become invaluabl…
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#003 - Transitioning to a higher-impact career with Soroush Pour
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Soroush is an engineer and entrepreneur who, at the time of this recording, is on sabbatical from his role as head of Special Projects at Vow to investigate the safe and beneficial development of artificial general intelligence. In this episode Soroush’s journey from fintech to the cultivated meat industry Embracing continuous learning and challeng…
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What to Expect and do During a Total Solar Eclipsed
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Dr. Rafael Lang from Purdue University Physics and Astronomy explains to us that “ a particle solar eclipse is something you see, a total solar eclipse is something that you experience”. Through a discussion, we learn what to expect before, during, and after a total solar eclipse. Professor Lang explains why we have solar eclipses and the importanc…
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#002 - Alternative proteins with Jeffray Behr
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Jeffray is a Food Process engineer at New School Foods and a passionate advocate for the alternative protein industry. In this episode we discuss Jeffray's journey into alternative proteins The impact of his undergraduate final year research project on securing a job Advice for university students to set themselves up for success in the industry En…
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#001 - High Impact Engineers with Jessica Wen
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Jessica is a co-founder of High Impact Engineers. In this episode we discuss Jess’ career journey How Jess and I came to start High Impact Engineers How Effective Altruism has influenced the strategic direction of the organisation High Impact Engineers’ programs and where the podcast fits in Full show notes: http://engineeredforimpact.show/jessica …
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#000 - What is Engineered for Impact?
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Sean is a co-founder of High Impact Engineers and the host of the Engineered for Impact podcast. In this episode The goal of this podcast: to help engineers learn and think more about how they can have a positive social impact with their careers A brief introduction of High Impact Engineers Sean’s background The motivations for starting the podcast…
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