SciLux
Podcast about science in Europe. It's a podcast for people who love science or don't yet know that they do. We post a new episode every month.
SciLux
Latest Episodes
#127 mRNA and Resilience in Science with Dr. Katalin Karikó
Her collaboration with Drew Weismann led to the development of the mRNA vaccines and her story is a testament to perseverance and going against all odds: this month Hanna talked to Dr. Katalin Karikó. In the podcast, we discuss RNA research, bu...
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#126 The Science of Sleep: Melatonin, GABA receptors and more with Prof. Ulf Ellervik
In our fast-paced world, sleep often takes a backseat to our busy schedules. But what exactly is it and what compounds help us fall asleep or keep awake? In the latest episode of our podcast, we talked with Ulf Ellervik, a Swedish professor of ...
#125 The Brain's Moral Compass: Investigating Obedience and Resistance through Field Research with Prof. Emilie Caspar
Can neuroscience shed light on why some individuals choose to obey harmful orders while others risk their lives to save others? In this SciLux episode Prof. Emilie Caspar at Ghent University shares her groundbreaking field research in Rwanda an...
#124 Diagnosing the Future: Proteins, Biosensors and Fundamental Science with Prof. Eleonora Macchia
Can a single drop of blood tell you whether you'll develop pancreatic cancer — before any symptoms appear? Prof. Eleonora Macchia is working to make that a reality. This week on SciLux, we dig into biosensors, the science of proteins, and the s...
#123 Climate Chronicles with Dr. Sophie Nuber
This month SciLux sits down with Dr. Sophie Nuber, a Luxembourgish climate and marine scientist at the University of Washington and keynote speaker at the Young Women's Conference Luxembourg. Sophie specialises in using nat...
