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Hello! We are a team of scientists and science enthusiasts who want to show the world that science is for everyone, by building a network of people sharing, listening to, and asking questions about scientific stories. Welcome to The Interactome! For more content, including blog posts and our biographies, visit interactomemedia.org
Episodes
![Episode 11: Guide to Grad School](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_11_Title_Card_Square_v8savf_300x300.jpg)
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Episode 11: Guide to Grad School
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Welcome back to another episode of the Interactome. In this episode, Joe, Lauren, Maia, and Pickle discuss the process of applying to grad school. We focus on grad school as it applies to the sciences, from a Master's degree to an MD PhD. If you have ever thought "is grad school right for me?" or have been curious about what it's like to be a grad student, this is the episode for you!
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:49 - Meeting our new member: Pickle
5:15 - Lauren's start to her PhD program
7:38 - Maia's experience mid-way through her PhD program
21:29 - Joe's start to his MD PhD program
33:57 - Pickle's experience having completed his Master's degree
42:06 - Timeline & what to know before applying for grad school
53:40 - Is grad school for everyone?
1:02:12 - Advice for choosing a program
1:07:20 - Useful resources
![Episode 10: Fisheries Interaction](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_10_Title_Card_Square_8ekz86_300x300.jpg)
Monday Aug 22, 2022
Episode 10: Fisheries Interaction
Monday Aug 22, 2022
Monday Aug 22, 2022
Marine scientist Jess Veo joins Sarah, Maia and Sam to discuss fishing, conservation, and the seafood industry in New England. We talk about sustainability in the seafood industry, how marine mammals interact with fisheries, and how scientists can work together with people who work on fishing boats to keep animals like whales and seals safe. Join us to learn about lobster fishing, hear some anecdotes about clam bakes and fishing TV shows (and at least one Oscar-winning movie), and much, much more.
![Episode 9: Forecasting Fire Activity](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_9_Title_Card_Square_77cbs6_300x300.jpg)
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Episode 9: Forecasting Fire Activity
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
On this episode of The Interactome, meet Ronnie Abolafia-Rosenzweig, PhD, a scientist whose research helps predict fires! Join Natalie and Lauren as we talk about the western fire season, machine learning, Ronnie's predictions for the 2022 season, and more!
![Episode 8: A Source of Course!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_8_Title_Card_Square_gvztu6_300x300.jpg)
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Episode 8: A Source of Course!
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
This month, join Sam, Sarah, Natalie, and Joe as we share stories and tips on research and sources. From PubMed and preprints to anecdotes of validating sources and Dairy Law, this episode is one you don't want to miss!
Got a research story to share or want to join the conversation? Visit us at interactomemedia.org and on our socials! We look forward to hearing from you.
![Episode 7: The Science of Stem Cells](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_7_Title_Card_Square_300x300.jpg)
Monday May 16, 2022
Episode 7: The Science of Stem Cells
Monday May 16, 2022
Monday May 16, 2022
What exactly are stem cells, and why are they special? And why are there ethical controversies behind them? Join Maia, Lauren, and Sarah as they discuss the science, medical applications, and bioethics of stem cells.
Editor’s note
CRISPR-Cas9 genetic editing of hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) to cure the sickle cell anemia mutation is still in early clinical trials - there is no concrete news about long term effects the patients are experiencing. Other stem-cell based strategies (such as approaches to turn on fetal hemoglobin and HSC transplants from healthy donors) have been successful and alleviate patient symptoms!
If you are considering a regenerative medicine product and would like more information on how it is regulated, whether it is FDA approved, and more, we encourage you to email ocod@fda.hhs.gov or call 800-835-4709 for more information.
![Episode 6: Swab Story (with Dr. Ramy Arnaout, MD, DPhil)](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_6_Title_Card_Square_vhn64u_300x300.jpg)
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Episode 6: Swab Story (with Dr. Ramy Arnaout, MD, DPhil)
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Monday Apr 18, 2022
Join us and special guest Dr. Ramy Arnaout, MD, DPhil on a discussion of how he led his team to resolve a nationwide COVID swab shortage within three weeks through 3D printing and effective cooperation. Quite possibly the coolest episode we've ever done, it's a conversation with takeaways you don't want to miss!
Dr. Arnaout's reflection in the Journal of Clinical Microbiology
02:12 Introducing Dr. Arnaout
06:25 Swab crisis basics, team formation, influences from prior studies of cooperation
25:36 Team size and roles, effective utilization of resources, swab design and 3D printing
34:02 Luck, complex networks, Kevin Bacon
42:53 Replicability beyond crises, importance of institutional support, effective leadership
![Episode 5: Six Stumped Scientists](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_5_Title_Card_1_6e4acs_300x300.jpg)
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Episode 5: Six Stumped Scientists
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Welcome back to the Interactome, trivia-style! This month, our hosts take on a new challenge - with trivia questions outside their domain. Join us and play along. Can you beat us? Answer: Most likely. Which team will claim victory?
Disclaimer: At one point in the episode, we mention working with hazardous materials. Everyone mentioned is a trained professional working in a laboratory with proper accreditation. We do not condone the use of these materials outside these circumstances. In other words, please do not try this at home!
![Episode 4: You Can Go Far with PCR](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_4_Title_Card_Square_u6atvm_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Episode 4: You Can Go Far with PCR
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Welcome back to episode - or as we call them, node - 4 of the Interactome Podcast. This week, we’ll be discussing a lab technique you might have heard of by now: PCR. Join us as we talk about what PCR is, how it works, and the many different things PCR can be used for.
![Episode 3: It’s All in the Name](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_3_Title_Card_Square_wakrgw_300x300.jpg)
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Episode 3: It’s All in the Name
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
This episode, we discuss where scientific names come from. We’ll be discussing some of the wackiest names in the scientific community along with their origin stories!
![Episode 2: A Conversation About Cancer (Part 2)](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog13067321/Ep_2_2_Title_Card_Square_ae93db_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Episode 2: A Conversation About Cancer (Part 2)
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Tuesday Dec 14, 2021
Welcome back to part two of node two of the Interactome Podcast! This week, we’ll be discussing the many facets of cancer: This second part covers what it's like to study cancer in a lab as well as some personal anecdotes from our very own researchers! We had so much to say that we split it into two parts. Enjoy!