In the Spotlight
55 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn the Spotlight is a science communication podcast where we interview graduate students or postdoctoral fellows in the sciences about their research and how it relates to the world around us. What problems are they trying to solve? What should we all understand about their work? What policies may be needed to support this research? These are the questions we will try to answer on In the Spotlight. This podcast is hosted and produced by Emily Schafer and Nicolas Scrutton Alvarado, and supported by Northwestern University's Science Policy Outreach Taskforce (SPOT).
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Lung Microbiomes in the Spotlight
February 27, 2023 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBThe microbiome has gotten a lot of attention recently, with gut health being emphasised in everything from digestion to mental health. But when is the last time you thought about the microbiome in your lungs? Here to tell us all about the fascinating environment that is our lungs is Jack Thomas Sumner, a Northwestern University PhD candidate in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: This TED Ta...
Regenerative Engineering in the Spotlight
December 15, 2022 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBThe human body is capable of some amazing things, including the magic of regeneration! And biomedical engineers are doing some fascinating things to magnify that power. Northwestern University PhD student Rebecca Keate shares more about how how healing can be controlled through electricity and her insights on how medical device regulation can keep up with the pace of new medical devices. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: The Center for Advanc...
Smart Pathogens in the Spotlight
October 27, 2022 14:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWelcome back to In the Spotlight! For our season 4 premiere, we'll be talking all about the struggle between humans and pathogens -- one we're, unfortunately, all too familiar with. Here to talk us through one of the many ways bacteria outsmart our immune system is Northwestern PhD student Alexandra Karagiaridi, from the Department of Molecular Biosciences. Alexandra gives us a fascinating insight into her graduate school, the significance of her work, and how she goes about solving the prob...
Green Spaces in the Spotlight
June 16, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBFor our season 3 finale, we're uncovering all there is to know about green spaces and green infrastructure for cities! Many people don't realize the dozens of benefits that trees and green spaces give us, including in stormwater collection and preventing flooding. Northwestern PhD Candidate Colleen O'Brien (and member of our podcast team!) shares a bit more about the fascinating questions being asked about green spaces in environmental engineering research and how green infrastructure policy...
Transnationalism in the Spotlight
June 02, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBHumans are messy, complicated beings. Who we are is influenced by a number of factors, ranging from our upbringing to our geography. Here to walk us through the study of transnationalism, and how it's changing, is David Duske. David is a 2nd year MA student at the University of Buffalo, in the Department of Africana and American studies. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: This video by the University of Oxford on transnational migration An ov...
Science Policy in the Spotlight: Mental Health Crisis Response 4
May 26, 2022 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBWe are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on new strategies in mental health crisis response. In the 4th and final episode of this 4 episode series, we had the privilege to speak with the Deputy Commissioner of Behavioral Health at the Chicago Public Health Departme...
Science Policy in the Spotlight: Mental Health Crisis Response 3
May 25, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBWe are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on new strategies in mental health crisis response. In the 3rd episode of this 4 episode series, we chatted with one of the leaders of the new First-response Alternative Crisis Team (FACT) run by Trilogy Behavioral Healthcar...
Science Policy in the Spotlight: Mental Health Crisis Response 2
May 24, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 25.4 MBWe are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on new strategies in mental health crisis response. In the 2nd episode of this 4 episode series, we will hear from the Executive Director of Impact Behavioral Health Partners, Dr. Patti Capouch, about the background behind m...
Science Policy in the Spotlight: Mental Health Crisis Response 1
May 23, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBWe are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on new strategies in mental health crisis response. In the 1st episode of this 4 episode series, we will hear from the Director of Programs of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for Cook County North Suburban, D...
Computational Materials in the Spotlight
May 12, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBComputational modelling has revolutionised complete fields, leading to increasingly advanced theories and applications. But what does computational modelling look like in material science, a field often associated with material things? PhD candidate Sean Koyama is here to walk us through the bleeding edge research that is computational material science! If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: A lecture on how innovation in Materials Sciences An edu...
Developmental Biology in the Spotlight
May 05, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBThe process of developing from a single fertilized egg cell to a mature adult requires your cells to know exactly what specialization they will have AND spatially where they need to be in the developing organism. That's a lot for us to figure out! PhD student Andrew Montequin uses frogs to study exactly how these cellular processes occur so that we can better understand everything from evolution to cancer metastasis. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, che...
Prehistoric Climates in the Spotlight
April 28, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBClimate change is something a lot of us hear about on a daily basis, but how much do we really know about the history of our climate. It turns out our Earth's past may hold some clues to its future. Here to walk us through her work in Deep Time is Nilou Sarvian, a 5th year PhD candidate in the Department of Earth and Planetary sciences at Northwestern University. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: A fascinating insight into the triggers for Sn...
Adolescent Suicidality in the Spotlight
April 21, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBEvidence-based interventions are so critical to treating mental illness and behaviors like suicide, but the road to developing these interventions is far from easy. Psychology PhD candidate Abby Ridge-Anderson shares more about her path into adolescent suicide research, how new treatments can specifically target the drivers of suicide, and common misconceptions about suicide and mental illness. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Ask Dr. Jill: ...
Tiny Houses in the Spotlight
April 06, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWhile the concept of tiny houses may evoke imagery straight out of a fairy tale, these small abodes help empower women around the world. Here to walk us through this fascinating concept is Alice Wilson, a 3rd year PhD candidate in urban sociology at the University of York, in the United Kingdom. Join us as we chat about the definition, history, and significance of tiny homes. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: This article from the Conversation...
Science Policy in the Spotlight: COVID-19 and Schooling 4
March 31, 2022 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBWe are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on K-12 schooling. In the 4th and final episode of this series, we are focusing on one aspect of education that's been particularly challenging during the changing learning environments...
Science Policy in the Spotlight: COVID-19 and Schooling 3
March 30, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBWe are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on K-12 schooling. In the 3rd episode of this 4 episode series, we next dive into the research behind COVID-19, but this time more specifically about transmission and risk mitigation st...
Science Policy in the Spotlight: COVID-19 and Schooling 2
March 29, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWe are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on K-12 schooling. In the 2nd episode of this 4 episode series, we are hearing much more on the topic of risk and transmission in kids - are children really as immune to COVID-19 as the...
Science Policy in the Spotlight: COVID-19 and Schooling 1
March 28, 2022 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBWe are introducing a new monthly policy episode series called "Science Policy in the Spotlight," where we will focus our attention on a timely and local policy topic in the greater Chicago area and understand how science helps inform the topic. This series, we're focused on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on K-12 schooling. In the 1st episode of this 4 episode series, we will hear from Chicago Public Schools nurse and active member of the Chicago Teachers Union, Dennis Forsuth, to best ...
Prostheses in the Spotlight
March 24, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBThe world of prostheses has been advancing rapidly, but how can we make sure that the benefits are reaped by everyone that needs it? Here to talk us through prosthetic development and equity initiatives in the field is Maggie Swerdloff, a PhD candidate in biomedical engineering at Northwestern University. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Check out the EEG Hair Project to learn more about diversity in EEG research Find out about interesting p...
In the Spotlight Season 3 Podcast Trailer
March 21, 2022 18:00 - 3 minutes - 2.25 MBWelcome to In the Spotlight, the science communication podcast brought to you by Northwestern University's Science Policy Outreach Taskforce! This season, we are unveiling a new episode series alongside our normal content, called "Science Policy in the Spotlight." We want to showcase some local policy issues in the greater Chicago and Evanston communities where science is important to the discussion. Each policy series, we will interview scientists, community members, elected officials, and ...
Platelets and Immunology in the Spotlight
March 17, 2022 18:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBThe world of immunology has fascinated many of us even more since the COVID-19 pandemic, but there's still so much to discover. PhD student Becca Mellema loves microbiology and is here to share a lot of new information - especially fun facts! - about the tiny cells called platelets. While you might *think* you know what they are, this episode is sure to surprise you! If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation website...
Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Spotlight
March 10, 2022 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBAutism Spectrum Disorder affects roughly 1% of the world's population, yet it's cause remains a multi-faceted mystery. Kicking off Season 3 of In The Spotlight, we welcome Daniel Giffney, a technician working at the University of Edinburgh on understanding the genetic causes of ASD. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Spectrum, a science news website focused on discussing the latest ASD research The Disordered Mind by Eric Kandel The Idea of a...
Decarbonization of Natural Gas in the Spotlight
December 23, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBFor our season 2 finale episode (!!!) , we're looking forward to new types of decarbonization strategies that can make all the difference in how our energy needs can change to survive climate change. Renewable energy and even more extreme technologies are great, but there are also baby steps that we can use in the fossil fuel industry to reduce our carbon footprint and make a smoother transition. PhD candidate and SPOT member Elsa Koninckx tells us more about shale gas, how fossil fuel compa...
The Microbiome In The Spotlight
December 16, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBWe live in a bacterial world. Not only are the microscopic organisms all around us, they're found inside our bodies -- living and growing alongside us. Joining us to tell us all about the wonders of the microbiome is Dr. Liisa Veerus. It turns out some bacteria may be more important than we realise. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: A quick read on our ancestral microbiome A free, at-home gut test that could be a fun experiment for the entire...
Bogs and Peatlands in the Spotlight
December 09, 2021 12:00 - 1 second - 23.1 MBBogs are small but mighty - they may make up a small percentage of the Earth's surface, but they are powerful ecosystems that act as "carbon sinks." PhD student Peter Lebrocquy Cox from Dublin, Ireland shares a bit more about these fascinating environments and the research behind their rehabilitation. You may not immediately think of bogs when you think of climate change mitigation, but that's what we're here for! If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check ...
Thermoelectric Materials in the Spotlight
December 02, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBLet's dive back into the crazy science of materials! Our guest this episode, recently crowned Dr. Ramya Gurunathan, works with thermoelectric materials and shares a bit about how this field has originally found utility in space robots and satellites, but may be finding its way into our factories, homes, and even clothes soon. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: A novel way to heat and cool things by The Economist (article) This Start-up is Tu...
Bumblebees In The Spotlight
November 24, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBClimate change is one the most daunting problems the world faces. It affects facets of everyday life, ranging from the seasons all the way to the humble bumblebee of the Rocky Mountains. Joining us today is PhD candidate Jackie Fitzgerald, from our very own Northwestern University, to tell us all about how bees are impacted by climate change, and how they may be able to adapt. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: A New York Times article on a rec...
Dental Pain in the Spotlight
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBWhile a trip to the dentist might not be your first choice activity, the relationship between teeth, pain, and neuroscience is sure to intrigue you! Pain isn't always a bad thing, and figuring out HOW these pain mechanisms work can help us understand and treat complex diseases. PhD student Katie Lillis studies how pain-perceiving neurons in your teeth might be protecting you from infection, and how we might be able to use their abilities to avoid tooth pain in the future. If you want to le...
Plant Cryopreservation in the Spotlight
November 11, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBScience fiction has long popularised the idea of being frozen alive to achieve a sort of immortality. While that remains a fantasy for the future, cryopreservation has a very real role to play in the present. Joining us all the way from Colorado, PhD candidate Fionna Samuels is here to tell us all about how she studies the key to preserving our biodiversity in the face of a changing climate, and why you should savour the next time you bite into an apple. If you want to learn more about the ...
Neural Electrodes in the Spotlight
November 04, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBThe wonders of the brain aren't going to unlock themselves... we need engineers working on the tools to decipher them! That's where graduate students like PhD student Megan Baker come in. Megan shares some brief insights into what matters when you design neural probes, what problems currently exist in the field, how you fabricate such tiny devices, and more! If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: What is Microfabrication? (website) and an Introduc...
Industrial Decarbonization in the Spotlight
October 28, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBIt's not just individual citizens that need to make decisions to reduce carbon emissions, but also industries. But for companies to make these sweeping changes to decarbonize, we need to analyze all of the possibilities and make strong recommendations! PhD student Carrie Schoeneberger does just that by using computational modeling to analyze complex problems and solutions related to renewable energy. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: A great...
Stress Physiology in the Spotlight
October 21, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBStress is an unfortunate constant in a lot of people's lives, but have you ever thought of it as something positive? PhD student Michael Lim joins us all the way from Canada to tell us what happens in your body when you get stressed, how zebrafish are a surprisingly way to study it, and why you should reframe the way you think about stress as a whole. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: A BBC article on transgenerational trauma An article on T...
Winter Oilseed Planting in the Spotlight - CROSSOVER with Hooked on Science!
October 14, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBOne way that scientists can help our society is by supporting farmers - specifically, testing out new crops and breeding new plants for them to use! Agronomy and Plant Genetics PhD student Julija Cubins works on developing the planting of new winter crops in the northern Midwest states that could benefit both the environment and farmers' wallets. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Listen to Julija's guest appearance on the podcast, Planthropo...
Genome Structure & Function in the Spotlight
October 07, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBYou might hear about genes a lot in science news, but what you SHOULD be hearing more about is your genome structure! PhD candidate Ranya Virk describes how she and other scientists use a combination of optical techniques and computational modeling to figure out the exact mechanism of DNA packing, especially in complex diseases like cancer. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Imaging breakthrough leads to further understanding of genome struct...
Decision Making in the Spotlight
September 30, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBThe mind works in mysterious ways. Why do we make the decisions we do, and how do our experiences guide them? PhD student Alexa Ruel joins us to talk about how this complex process changes and adapts as we age, and why we shouldn’t be as worried about mental aging as you’d think. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman An opinion piece in the Montreal Gazette on decision making in seniors A review paper ...
Applications of Electrochemistry in the Spotlight
September 23, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBElectrochemistry is NOT throwing a toaster in a bathtub, according to PhD candidate Daniel San Roman. So what is it!? Not only is electrochemistry fascinating to learn about on its own, but Daniel also shows off numerous interesting applications with surprise uses in the real world, especially in electrocatalysis and biosensing. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Producing hydrogen peroxide when, and where, it's needed (news article) DARPA a...
In the Spotlight Season 2 Podcast Trailer
September 15, 2021 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.45 MBWelcome to In the Spotlight, the science communication podcast brought to you by Northwestern University's Science Policy Outreach Taskforce! In each episode, hosts Emily Schafer and Nicolas Scrutton Alvarado interview a different graduate student or postdoctoral scholar in the sciences to discuss their research and how it relates to the world around us. What problems are they trying to solve? What should we all understand about their work? What policies may be needed to support this resear...
Bonus Episode: Why Should Scientists Care About Science Communication?
June 17, 2021 11:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBIn this season 1 BONUS episode, we're trying to get at the elephant in the room: why should scientists even care about science communication? 5 very special guests in science communication come to answer this question: Danni Washington, science communicator, TV host, and podcaster (@danniwashington) Dr. Sadie Witkowski, science writer and podcaster (@SadieWit) Dr. Shannon O'Dell, science comedian and podcaster (@Shodell) Dr. Yarrow Axford, professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Nort...
Environmental Justice in the Spotlight
May 20, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBSometimes, it feels like scientific research is too fundamental or incremental to see its effects on humans. But, PhD student Kavi Chintam argues that that needs to change! Using her chemical engineering research and passion for environmental justice as an example, Kavi shares inspirational advice on how to find the humanity in science. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Clean and White: A History of Environmental Racism in the United States ...
Bee Ecology in the Spotlight
May 13, 2021 11:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBWe all know that honeybees are important pollinators, but did you know that they only make up a tiny fraction of bee species? PhD student Amelia Litz does field research on ground nesting bees and wants us to know what we have yet to discover about them, her experiences with field research, and why these interesting solitary bees matter for agriculture. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Cool bee pictures from the Native Bee Inventory and Moni...
Cancer Organoids in the Spotlight
May 06, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBCountless questions need to be answered about cancer, but we also need to think deeply about the tools that we choose to answer those questions. PhD student Bernat Navarro shares with us what makes pancreatic cancer particularly scary, and how cancer tumor organoids might be the perfect method to balance many scientific needs when we study cancer. You're sure to leave this episode feeling inspired to trust the process of science! If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this ...
Hydrogen Fuel Technologies in the Spotlight
April 29, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIf we want to slow climate change and reduce our carbon outputs, humans need an entire toolkit to approach the problem in different ways - including hydrogen fuel! University of California - Berkeley PhD student Julie Fornaciari tells us about the things she likes most about chemical engineering, what gaps in technology hydrogen fuels could solve, and what areas of research are still needed to make these tools more efficient and accessible. If you want to learn more about the topics discus...
Science Communication during COVID-19 in the Spotlight
April 22, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBScientists do a lot of interesting research, but it all means nothing if it's not communicated properly to non-scientists - ESPECIALLY during the COVID-19 pandemic. Neurobiology graduate student and science communication enthusiast Nicolas Scrutton Alvarado weighs in on the toughest questions about science communication that we've all been wondering, and lends some great advice on how to become better communicators in our own lives. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in t...
Autoimmunity, Genetics & Science Advocacy in the Spotlight
April 15, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBThis episode, we're tackling the science behind autoimmune disorders like Celiac and Crohn's disease with Columbia PhD student Alyssa Shearer! Alyssa shares more about her research studying the genetics behind these diseases, the science policies she hopes to see for patients, and how she got involved in science advocacy. For our science PhD friends feeling burned out by the lab, Alyssa is here to inspire! If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Ma...
Theoretical Mathematics in the Spotlight
April 08, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBMaximilien Peroux, a postdoc in theoretical mathematics, has some important messages for us about math: math is social, and math is FUN! Maximilien tells us more about what goes into math research, why ongoing math research matters, and what types of problems his math research could solve. Spoiler alert: even if you hated math in school, you'll find this fascinating! If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Digital Neuroscientist of the Future (TedX...
Physics & Cosmology in the Spotlight
April 01, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBAs humans, we have countless questions about the universe, but it's not always clear HOW we can answer those questions. Physicist and mathematician PhD student Grace Chesmore talks about her work developing the instrumentation of telescopes that can detect the first light of the universe (!!!) and how this technology intersects with other important science policy topics, like the use of 5G. For all of those scientists who never thought they could do math, this episode goes out to you! If yo...
Neural Circuits of Learning in the Spotlight
March 25, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBHow do neuroscientists tackle important questions about the brain? In this episode, Neuroscience PhD student Chiaki Santiago instils her wisdom about how we make discoveries about the brain, the nature vs. nurture debate, and common misconceptions we might have about the field. Discoveries about learning and memory in the brain may even be used to inform education policy - there's so much to unpack! If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: So You Wa...
Racial Identity Development in the Spotlight
March 18, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBDo psychologists consider themselves to be scientists, and why is that a complicated question to answer? How do we develop our sense of identity during childhood? What is white racial identity, and why is it important to be studied? Ursula Moffitt, a postdoc at Northwestern University, will tackle all of these questions and much more during this episode about the psychology behind racial identity development. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: ...
Cancer Metabolism in the Spotlight
March 11, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBWould we even be a science podcast if we didn't discuss cancer? Researchers like George Lin want to answer fundamental questions about how cancer cells work so that doctors can prescribe the best drugs possible for each patient. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Open-source cancer research (TedTalk) The Billion Dollar Molecule: One Company's Quest for the Perfect Drug by Barry Werth (book) Don't forget to follow us on Twitter @Spotlight...
Statistics of Social Networks in the Spotlight
March 04, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBTo many scientists, statistics is just a means to an end, but to PhD student Abby Smith, it's the most interesting part! Abby tells us more about what it means to study Applied Statistics and how designing more thorough statistical modeling of social networks can make the scientific outcomes that much better. If you want to learn more about the topics discussed in this episode, check out: Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men by Caroline Criado Pérez (book) The Hidden In...