http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/ The real story of the science behind the news straight from scientists Science in the News, Harvard Medical School Science in the News is a free seminar series for the public that explains and discusses today's hottest scientific topics without the hype or exaggeration often introduced in media coverage. Now in its 6th year, this program is run entirely by graduate students from the Harvard Medical School community. We assume no prior scientific knowledge, and this has allowed us to attract a diverse audience from all walks of life. In these podcasts, we will present our complete seminar series, so you can listen to them if you can't make it in person! Check out our website at http://www.sitnboston.org/ for more information. Science in the News is a free seminar series for the public that explains and discusses today's hottest scientific topics without the hype or exaggeration often introduced in media coverage. Now in its 6th year, this program is run entirely by graduate students from the Harvard Medical School community. We assume no prior scientific knowledge, and this has allowed us to attract a diverse audience from all walks of life. In these podcasts, we will present our complete seminar series, so you can listen to them if you can't make it in person! Check out our website at http://www.sitnboston.org/ for more information. Tue, 6 Jan 2009 08:38:25 -0500 en-us Copyright 2009 The President and Fellows of Harvard University and Respective Authors Science,News,Science in the News,Harvard Medical School,Medicine,Biology,Cancer,Stem Cells,Current Events No Corey Bakalarski podcasts@sitnboston.org A brief introduction to Science in the News, what we do, and information about our upcoming seminar series. An introduction to Science in the News and what we do. A brief introduction to Science in the News, what we do, and information about our upcoming seminar series. Sun, 31 Dec 2006 01:00:00 -0500 00:03:44 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitnwelcome01.mp3 Global Warming is a topic of much discussion and concern for scientists, politicians, and citizens around the world. In this seminar, we will discuss how scientists study climate change and highlight current technologies to combat global warming, including alternative fuels and renewable energy sources. We will also examine U.S. and world efforts to combat global warming and discuss ways that everyone can do their part. In this lecture from Caroline Yi, we discuss the how global warming is addressed from a scientific perspective. In this lecture from Caroline Yi, we discuss the how global warming is addressed from a scientific perspective. Global Warming is a topic of much discussion and concern for scientists, politicians, and citizens around the world. In this seminar, we will discuss how scientists study climate change and highlight current technologies to combat global warming, including alternative fuels and renewable energy sources. We will also examine U.S. and world efforts to combat global warming and discuss ways that everyone can do their part. In this lecture from Caroline Yi, we discuss the how global warming is addressed from a scientific perspective. Mon, 12 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:19:42 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-01-01.mp3 Global Warming is a topic of much discussion and concern for scientists, politicians, and citizens around the world. In this seminar, we will discuss how scientists study climate change and highlight current technologies to combat global warming, including alternative fuels and renewable energy sources. We will also examine U.S. and world efforts to combat global warming and discuss ways that everyone can do their part. Phoebe Zhang discusses the how science is enabling us to reverse the impact of global warming. Phoebe Zhang discusses the how science is enabling us to reverse the impact of global warming. Global Warming is a topic of much discussion and concern for scientists, politicians, and citizens around the world. In this seminar, we will discuss how scientists study climate change and highlight current technologies to combat global warming, including alternative fuels and renewable energy sources. We will also examine U.S. and world efforts to combat global warming and discuss ways that everyone can do their part. Phoebe Zhang discusses the how science is enabling us to reverse the impact of global warming. Wed, 14 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:19:20 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-01-02.mp3 Global Warming is a topic of much discussion and concern for scientists, politicians, and citizens around the world. In this seminar, we will discuss how scientists study climate change and highlight current technologies to combat global warming, including alternative fuels and renewable energy sources. We will also examine U.S. and world efforts to combat global warming and discuss ways that everyone can do their part. In the last lecture of the seminar, Jennifer Svendsen discusses the political implications of climate change. In the last lecture of the seminar, Jennifer Svendsen discusses the political implications of climate change. Global Warming is a topic of much discussion and concern for scientists, politicians, and citizens around the world. In this seminar, we will discuss how scientists study climate change and highlight current technologies to combat global warming, including alternative fuels and renewable energy sources. We will also examine U.S. and world efforts to combat global warming and discuss ways that everyone can do their part. In the last lecture of the seminar, Jennifer Svendsen discusses the political implications of climate change. Fri, 16 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:15:07 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-01-03.mp3 Changes in the world around us can alter the relationships between organisms in the environment. In this seminar we will discuss the delicate balance between plants, animals and microbes which live around (and on!) each other. Global warming, long-distance transportation, and industrial agriculture have far-reaching consequences, including on the spread of disease-causing organisms. What does this mean for the environment and for human health? Primrose Boynton discusses just what exactly environmental disease is, and how it affects us. Primrose Boynton discusses just what exactly environmental disease is, and how it affects us. Changes in the world around us can alter the relationships between organisms in the environment. In this seminar we will discuss the delicate balance between plants, animals and microbes which live around (and on!) each other. Global warming, long-distance transportation, and industrial agriculture have far-reaching consequences, including on the spread of disease-causing organisms. What does this mean for the environment and for human health? Primrose Boynton discusses just what exactly environmental disease is, and how it affects us. Mon, 19 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:31:10 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-02-01.mp3 Changes in the world around us can alter the relationships between organisms in the environment. In this seminar we will discuss the delicate balance between plants, animals and microbes which live around (and on!) each other. Global warming, long-distance transportation, and industrial agriculture have far-reaching consequences, including on the spread of disease-causing organisms. What does this mean for the environment and for human health? Jenny Sims talks about how the delicate interplay within ecosystems can impact human disease. Jenny Sims talks about how the delicate interplay within ecosystems can impact human disease. Changes in the world around us can alter the relationships between organisms in the environment. In this seminar we will discuss the delicate balance between plants, animals and microbes which live around (and on!) each other. Global warming, long-distance transportation, and industrial agriculture have far-reaching consequences, including on the spread of disease-causing organisms. What does this mean for the environment and for human health? Jenny Sims talks about how the delicate interplay within ecosystems can impact human disease. Wed, 21 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:33:52 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-02-02.mp3 Changes in the world around us can alter the relationships between organisms in the environment. In this seminar we will discuss the delicate balance between plants, animals and microbes which live around (and on!) each other. Global warming, long-distance transportation, and industrial agriculture have far-reaching consequences, including on the spread of disease-causing organisms. What does this mean for the environment and for human health? In the last lecture of the seminar, Corey Bakalarski discusses some obvious -- and not so obvious -- ways in which humans interact with their environment, and how the environment sometimes fights back. In the last lecture of the seminar, Corey Bakalarski discusses some obvious -- and not so obvious -- ways in which humans interact with their environment, and how the environment sometimes fights back. Changes in the world around us can alter the relationships between organisms in the environment. In this seminar we will discuss the delicate balance between plants, animals and microbes which live around (and on!) each other. Global warming, long-distance transportation, and industrial agriculture have far-reaching consequences, including on the spread of disease-causing organisms. What does this mean for the environment and for human health? In the last lecture of the seminar, Corey Bakalarski discusses some obvious -- and not so obvious -- ways in which humans interact with their environment, and how the environment sometimes fights back. Fri, 23 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:27:31 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-02-03.mp3 How much do your genes say about the person you are or will become? How can your genetic code give clues about diseases you might inherit? Can your DNA sequence reveal your family's geographic ancestry or your race? Can it predict how you might behave? In this exciting seminar, we will discuss what information is (and isn't) contained in your DNA. In this lecture, Amy Vashlishan discusses how genes and DNA function. In this lecture, Amy Vashlishan discusses how genes and DNA function. How much do your genes say about the person you are or will become? How can your genetic code give clues about diseases you might inherit? Can your DNA sequence reveal your family's geographic ancestry or your race? Can it predict how you might behave? In this exciting seminar, we will discuss what information is (and isn't) contained in your DNA. In this lecture, Amy Vashlishan discusses how genes and DNA function. Mon, 26 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:35:40 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-03-01.mp3 How much do your genes say about the person you are or will become? How can your genetic code give clues about diseases you might inherit? Can your DNA sequence reveal your family's geographic ancestry or your race? Can it predict how you might behave? In this exciting seminar, we will discuss what information is (and isn't) contained in your DNA. In this lecture, Zofia Gajdos discusses how certain traits are the product of complex interactions between many genes in your DNA. In this lecture, Zofia Gajdos discusses how certain traits are the product of complex interactions between many genes in your DNA. How much do your genes say about the person you are or will become? How can your genetic code give clues about diseases you might inherit? Can your DNA sequence reveal your family's geographic ancestry or your race? Can it predict how you might behave? In this exciting seminar, we will discuss what information is (and isn't) contained in your DNA. In this lecture, Zofia Gajdos discusses how certain traits are the product of complex interactions between many genes in your DNA. Wed, 28 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:32:03 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-03-02.mp3 How much do your genes say about the person you are or will become? How can your genetic code give clues about diseases you might inherit? Can your DNA sequence reveal your family's geographic ancestry or your race? Can it predict how you might behave? In this exciting seminar, we will discuss what information is (and isn't) contained in your DNA. In the last lecture of this seminar, Sasha Petrova expands upon the links between our DNA and our behavior. In the last lecture of this seminar, Sasha Petrova expands upon the links between our DNA and our behavior. How much do your genes say about the person you are or will become? How can your genetic code give clues about diseases you might inherit? Can your DNA sequence reveal your family's geographic ancestry or your race? Can it predict how you might behave? In this exciting seminar, we will discuss what information is (and isn't) contained in your DNA. In the last lecture of this seminar, Sasha Petrova expands upon the links between our DNA and our behavior. Fri, 30 Nov 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:30:26 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-03-03.mp3 Have you heard about Autism but are still confused about the disorder? What are its symptoms and causes? Are we close to a cure? Join us at this seminar as we discuss what is currently known about autism and address the many misconceptions associated with this complicated disorder. Josh Baughman discusses the symptoms and behaviors that are caused by autism. Josh Baughman discusses the symptoms and behaviors that are caused by autism. Have you heard about Autism but are still confused about the disorder? What are its symptoms and causes? Are we close to a cure? Join us at this seminar as we discuss what is currently known about autism and address the many misconceptions associated with this complicated disorder. Josh Baughman discusses the symptoms and behaviors that are caused by autism. Mon, 3 Dec 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:41:36 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-04-01.mp3 Have you heard about Autism but are still confused about the disorder? What are its symptoms and causes? Are we close to a cure? Join us at this seminar as we discuss what is currently known about autism and address the many misconceptions associated with this complicated disorder. In this section, Geng Li addresses the workings of the autistic brain. In this section, Geng Li addresses the workings of the autistic brain. Have you heard about Autism but are still confused about the disorder? What are its symptoms and causes? Are we close to a cure? Join us at this seminar as we discuss what is currently known about autism and address the many misconceptions associated with this complicated disorder. In this section, Geng Li addresses the workings of the autistic brain. Mon, 3 Dec 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:28:42 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-04-02.mp3 Have you heard about Autism but are still confused about the disorder? What are its symptoms and causes? Are we close to a cure? Join us at this seminar as we discuss what is currently known about autism and address the many misconceptions associated with this complicated disorder. Yao Chen discusses some of the likely genetic and environmental factors that may increase the risk of autism. Yao Chen discusses some of the likely genetic and environmental factors that may increase the risk of autism. Have you heard about Autism but are still confused about the disorder? What are its symptoms and causes? Are we close to a cure? Join us at this seminar as we discuss what is currently known about autism and address the many misconceptions associated with this complicated disorder. Yao Chen discusses some of the likely genetic and environmental factors that may increase the risk of autism. Mon, 3 Dec 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:40:24 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-04-03.mp3 Everyone ages, but why? In this seminar, we will explore how the human body and brain change with age and discuss recent advances aimed at discovering how life span is determined. The fountain of youth might exist only in myth and legend, but by better understanding the biological processes of aging, scientists hope to gain insight into how we can all live longer, healthier lives. Lauren Campbell discusses the processes that occur when we age. Lauren Campbell discusses the processes that occur when we age. Everyone ages, but why? In this seminar, we will explore how the human body and brain change with age and discuss recent advances aimed at discovering how life span is determined. The fountain of youth might exist only in myth and legend, but by better understanding the biological processes of aging, scientists hope to gain insight into how we can all live longer, healthier lives. Lauren Campbell discusses the processes that occur when we age. Mon, 10 Dec 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:36:49 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-05-01.mp3 Everyone ages, but why? In this seminar, we will explore how the human body and brain change with age and discuss recent advances aimed at discovering how life span is determined. The fountain of youth might exist only in myth and legend, but by better understanding the biological processes of aging, scientists hope to gain insight into how we can all live longer, healthier lives. Kelly Dakin discusses the scientific frontiers of research into extending life. Kelly Dakin discusses the scientific frontiers of research into extending life. Everyone ages, but why? In this seminar, we will explore how the human body and brain change with age and discuss recent advances aimed at discovering how life span is determined. The fountain of youth might exist only in myth and legend, but by better understanding the biological processes of aging, scientists hope to gain insight into how we can all live longer, healthier lives. Kelly Dakin discusses the scientific frontiers of research into extending life. Wed, 12 Dec 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:38:37 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-05-02.mp3 Everyone ages, but why? In this seminar, we will explore how the human body and brain change with age and discuss recent advances aimed at discovering how life span is determined. The fountain of youth might exist only in myth and legend, but by better understanding the biological processes of aging, scientists hope to gain insight into how we can all live longer, healthier lives. Ryann Fame discusses the science of ageing gracefully. Ryann Fame discusses the science of ageing gracefully. Everyone ages, but why? In this seminar, we will explore how the human body and brain change with age and discuss recent advances aimed at discovering how life span is determined. The fountain of youth might exist only in myth and legend, but by better understanding the biological processes of aging, scientists hope to gain insight into how we can all live longer, healthier lives. Ryann Fame discusses the science of ageing gracefully. Sun, 16 Dec 2007 05:00:00 -0500 00:28:25 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-05-03.mp3 A nanometer is 100,000 times thinner than a strand of hair and yet researchers predict that technology at this scale will change the way we work, play, and live in the near future. From miniscule medical devices to clothes that don't stain and solar panels as thick as a coat of paint, nanotechnology is a hot area of research. But how do researchers study things so small, let alone manipulate them into useful items? In this seminar we'll explore the emerging field of nanotechnology and explain why these small technologies are poised to have a big impact on society. Geoff Svacha talks about just how small a nanometer is. Geoff Svacha talks about just how small a nanometer is. A nanometer is 100,000 times thinner than a strand of hair and yet researchers predict that technology at this scale will change the way we work, play, and live in the near future. From miniscule medical devices to clothes that don't stain and solar panels as thick as a coat of paint, nanotechnology is a hot area of research. But how do researchers study things so small, let alone manipulate them into useful items? In this seminar we'll explore the emerging field of nanotechnology and explain why these small technologies are poised to have a big impact on society. Geoff Svacha talks about just how small a nanometer is. Tue, 22 Jan 2008 05:00:00 -0500 00:23:42 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-06-01.mp3 A nanometer is 100,000 times thinner than a strand of hair and yet researchers predict that technology at this scale will change the way we work, play, and live in the near future. From miniscule medical devices to clothes that don't stain and solar panels as thick as a coat of paint, nanotechnology is a hot area of research. But how do researchers study things so small, let alone manipulate them into useful items? In this seminar we'll explore the emerging field of nanotechnology and explain why these small technologies are poised to have a big impact on society. Julia Sero discusses some of the potential applications for nanotechnology that are just making their way off the drawing board. Julia Sero discusses some of the potential applications for nanotechnology that are just making their way off the drawing board. A nanometer is 100,000 times thinner than a strand of hair and yet researchers predict that technology at this scale will change the way we work, play, and live in the near future. From miniscule medical devices to clothes that don't stain and solar panels as thick as a coat of paint, nanotechnology is a hot area of research. But how do researchers study things so small, let alone manipulate them into useful items? In this seminar we'll explore the emerging field of nanotechnology and explain why these small technologies are poised to have a big impact on society. Julia Sero discusses some of the potential applications for nanotechnology that are just making their way off the drawing board. Wed, 23 Jan 2008 05:00:00 -0500 00:40:24 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-06-02.mp3 A nanometer is 100,000 times thinner than a strand of hair and yet researchers predict that technology at this scale will change the way we work, play, and live in the near future. From miniscule medical devices to clothes that don't stain and solar panels as thick as a coat of paint, nanotechnology is a hot area of research. But how do researchers study things so small, let alone manipulate them into useful items? In this seminar we'll explore the emerging field of nanotechnology and explain why these small technologies are poised to have a big impact on society. Erin Clark talks about the ethical and safety issues of these tiny machines. Erin Clark talks about the ethical and safety issues of these tiny machines. A nanometer is 100,000 times thinner than a strand of hair and yet researchers predict that technology at this scale will change the way we work, play, and live in the near future. From miniscule medical devices to clothes that don't stain and solar panels as thick as a coat of paint, nanotechnology is a hot area of research. But how do researchers study things so small, let alone manipulate them into useful items? In this seminar we'll explore the emerging field of nanotechnology and explain why these small technologies are poised to have a big impact on society. Erin Clark talks about the ethical and safety issues of these tiny machines. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 05:00:00 -0500 00:34:04 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-06-03.mp3 Sneezing, nasal congestion, watery eyes... is it a cold or allergies? Allergies affect millions of people at some point in their lives. But what causes allergies and why do they develop when they do? In this seminar we値l explore the biological origins of allergies and explain how they relate to immune system functioning. In this talk, Carrie Gibbons talks in depth about why we need an immune system, where it's located, and how it works. In this talk, Carrie Gibbons talks in depth about why we need an immune system, where it's located, and how it works. Sneezing, nasal congestion, watery eyes... is it a cold or allergies? Allergies affect millions of people at some point in their lives. But what causes allergies and why do they develop when they do? In this seminar we値l explore the biological origins of allergies and explain how they relate to immune system functioning. In this talk, Carrie Gibbons talks in depth about why we need an immune system, where it's located, and how it works. Wed, 30 Jan 2008 05:00:00 -0500 00:35:34 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-07-01.mp3 Sneezing, nasal congestion, watery eyes... is it a cold or allergies? Allergies affect millions of people at some point in their lives. But what causes allergies and why do they develop when they do? In this seminar we値l explore the biological origins of allergies and explain how they relate to immune system functioning. Lillian Merriam describes what allergies are and how your body wrongly responds to everday things. Lillian Merriam describes what allergies are and how your body wrongly responds to everday things. Sneezing, nasal congestion, watery eyes... is it a cold or allergies? Allergies affect millions of people at some point in their lives. But what causes allergies and why do they develop when they do? In this seminar we値l explore the biological origins of allergies and explain how they relate to immune system functioning. Lillian Merriam describes what allergies are and how your body wrongly responds to everday things. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:00:00 -0500 00:38:48 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-07-02.mp3 Sneezing, nasal congestion, watery eyes... is it a cold or allergies? Allergies affect millions of people at some point in their lives. But what causes allergies and why do they develop when they do? In this seminar we値l explore the biological origins of allergies and explain how they relate to immune system functioning. In the last talk of this seminar, Morgan Thomson discusses the role and effects of allergies in the modern world around us. In the last talk of this seminar, Morgan Thomson discusses the role and effects of allergies in the modern world around us. Sneezing, nasal congestion, watery eyes... is it a cold or allergies? Allergies affect millions of people at some point in their lives. But what causes allergies and why do they develop when they do? In this seminar we値l explore the biological origins of allergies and explain how they relate to immune system functioning. In the last talk of this seminar, Morgan Thomson discusses the role and effects of allergies in the modern world around us. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:00:00 -0500 00:31:44 http://sitn.hms.harvard.edu/media/podcasts/sitn-2007-07-03.mp3