Café Connect brings you the latest research from the University of Aberdeen. In this podcast series we meet different researchers who will talk about their work and its relevance to our everyday lives.
Episode 1: Genotype Hype
The NHS in Scotland is deciding whether and how to adopt whole genome sequencing as a routine test to diagnose genetic conditions. Here Professor Zosia Miedzybrodzka, Dr Jonathan Pettitt and Dr Lynne Mennie will examine the science underlying whole genome testing, discuss the challenges and limitations of this approach and address some of the questions that still remain.
Episode 2: 525 Alumni of Achievement
A conversation with Chris Croly, Public Engagement Manager with Rob Donelson, Executive Director of Advancement and Professor Bill Naphy, on the 525 alumni of achievement project. This project celebrates the accomplishments of the University of Aberdeen’s alumni across the world and in many different walks of life. 2020 is the University’s 525th anniversary and we are seeking the names of 525 alumni of achievement to celebrate.
Episode 3: Asymptomatic carriers: the hidden epidemic
We’ve all heard about asymptomatic or healthy carriers in the current Covid-19 pandemic but this is not new. We will talk about the historic “Typhoid Mary” case and discuss the implications of isolation for public health and social conditions. This week we are joined by Dr Virtu Solano (Research Fellow), Dr Adam Rofe (Research Fellow), and Dr Max Baldassarre (Lecturer in Cellular Microbiology), University of Aberdeen.
Episode 4: Aberdeen Burgh Records Project
Join Chris Croly, Public Engagement with Research Manager and Dr Claire Hawes, to discuss the results of a project to investigate Aberdeen’s rich burgh records. A great chance to learn about life in medieval Aberdeen.
Episode 5: Life in Aberdeenshire 400 years ago
A conversation with Chris Croly, Public Engagement Manager with Neil Curtis, Head of Museums and Special Collections. This episode looks at research which has been done on aspects of the rich museum collections held by the University of Aberdeen. Recent research projects have engaged with pre-historic beakers, skeletal evidence and more to offer tantalising glimpses into life in the north east of Scotland 4000 years ago.
Episode 6: The Future of Work
A conversation with Dr Chris Croly, Public Engagement Manager, and Professor Donald Hislop. This conversation looks at the future of work. Work has been constantly changing with new technology and home or tele-working has been revolutionised recently. This podcast will look at how this has happened and examine the impact of Covid-19 on homeworking.
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Café Connect brings you the latest research from the University of Aberdeen. In this podcast series we meet different researchers who will talk about their work and its relevance to our everyday lives.
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- University of Aberdeen Public Engagement with Research Unit
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- Online Podcast Series
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This is a FREE ONLINE podcast, no booking is required.