Not Another Science Podcast is brought to you by Edinburgh University Science Media, or EUSci. Join our hosts Erin Howat and Emily Robertshaw-McFarlane as they talk to scientists about all the fascinating research and projects happening around Scotland. Intrigued by sourdough? Passionate about climate change? Love to keep it science? Then this is the show for you. Podcast logo by Apple Chew and episode art by Elizabeth Carmichael. Get in touch at eusci.podcast@gmail.com, @euscimedia on…
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We are back with a new episode of Not Another Science Podcast! On this episode our podcast hosts Amelie and Tori are joined by Dr Glauco Souza, for an inspiring conversation about his work as the Director of Global Application Development at Greiner Bio-One international. You’ll hear from him about his time as a student at MIT and how he transitioned into his role now, as well as learning about…
We are back with a new season of Not Another Science Podcast! On this episode our podcast hosts Amelie and Tori are joined by Dr Rosie Benneyworth, for an inspiring conversation about her work as CEO of the Health Services Safety and Investigations Body (HSSIB). You’ll hear from her about her time as a GP and how she transitioned into her role now, as well as delving into how AI might be used in…
On season seven, episode three we learn about some amazing research which is at the intersection between chemistry and biology. On this episode our podcast hosts Erin and Emily are joined by Louise Horsfall, for an inspiring conversation about her work as Chair of Sustainable Biotechnology at The University of Edinburgh. You’ll hear from her about her research on using bacteria to recycle metal…
On season seven, episode two we learn about an industry at the intersection between science, art and history. On this episode our podcast hosts Erin and Emily are joined by Caitlin Hartmann, a tapestry conservation intern at Hampton Court Palace of Historic Royal Palaces. We hear from her about her work in tapestry conservation as well as the science behind textile conservation in general,…
We’re kicking off season 7 with an episode on how we can replace microplastics with seaweed! Our new podcast hosts, Emily and Erin, talk to Mark Dorris and Dominic O'Rourke who are Edinburgh-based researchers and founders of the company Mercel. On this episode we hear about the far-reaching potential of seaweed-derived cellulose and the work Mercel is doing in using this sustainable material to…
In the Season 6 Finale we talk to Hollywood dinosaur consultant Professor Steve Brusatte for Kelsey and Katie's final episode. Steve talks about the joy of discovering new dinosaur species right here in Scotland, and how he got involved as an advisor for the Jurassic World movie franchise. Get ready for some phenomenal fossil facts and some insider info on the biggest dinosaur blockbusters. You…
What did the very first animals look like? Pretty weird, apparently. PhD student Ruaridh Alexander is studying the fossils of the earliest animals to understand how they evolved on the cusp of the Cambrian explosion, a period over 500 million years ago where the diversity of animal life suddenly skyrocketed. Ruaridh tells us about the average day on a dig in the desert finding fossils, how you go…
If you need reminding why maths and statistics are fun and fundamental to all areas of science, look no further! Our guest this episode, Professor Ruth King, uses statistics to understand populations where it’s impossible to count every single individual. She explains how similar mathematical tools can help fill in the blanks regardless of missing data points, across vastly different contexts.…
Scientific research depends on some of the most environmentally destructive practices to ensure high-quality science: single-use plastic, thousands of tonnes of packaging, quick delivery of equipment just to name a few. Many would say manufacturers have a responsibility to try and reduce the impact their products have on the environment but questions remain: do these companies actually care about…
What causes the Northern Lights? Why are they becoming more common in the UK? How can you maximise your chances of seeing them? In this episode, Kelsey and Katie talk to geomagnetism PhD student Frederik Dahl Madsen about all things aurora. Find out why these pretty lights appear in the sky, understand the magnetic science behind the phenomenon, and discover the wonders of space weather. Keep an…
