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The World of Scientists PodcastCommunity Ecology, Intertidal Zones, Marine Protected AreasDr. Smith discusses his journey to becoming a community ecologist, the struggles he faced along the way, and his passionate interest in seaweed. We talk about what marine protected areas are and why they are important as well as the steps in reaching out to professors to gain undergraduate research experience. 2023-07-141h 14The World of Scientists PodcastSea slug evolution and international researchDr. Valdés covers his background as a scientist in Spain and how he uses sea slugs as specimens to research evolution across the globe.2023-06-3043 minThe World of Scientists PodcastPlant anatomy, landscape architecture, and telling your parents you're switching majorsDr. Edward Bobich talks to us about how he interests the general public in plant research, what a curator position at a university is, and how to have difficult conversations with parents, and yourself about switching majors. We also take a detour to talk about the Brea Tar Pits in LA since Dr. Bobich has research students conducting work there!2023-06-121h 21The World of Scientists PodcastScience education and SCUBA divingWe talk to Dan McCarthy about teaching science education in k-12, the teaching credential process, and whats it like teaching middle schoolers? You never know, maybe its for you! We also cover SCUBA safety 101, common misconceptions, and the amazing life you can only see under the sea! 2023-06-061h 16The World of Scientists PodcastPlant Restoration Ecology, Department Chair FAQ, and Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs)Dr. Erin Questad walks us through how she navigated the tumultuous parts of her academic career. Stories include how she found herself in Kansas for an REU program, temporarily left her graduate program to work in industry, then became the current biology chair at Cal Poly Pomona. Curious about academic admin and what responsibilities a department head has? We get into that too!2023-05-2246 minThe World of Scientists PodcastParasitology and ImmunologyDr. Mercer discusses her passion behind studying HIV to currently studying the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis, the techniques students learn in her lab such as CRISPR, the classes she teaches, how to be successful in a career in science, and other interesting topics within Parasitology and Immunology. 2023-05-081h 13The World of Scientists PodcastMarine Ecology, R coding, and Field BiologyDr. Jeremy Claisse discusses his journey in academia and his work in the marine field.
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2023-02-1157 minThe World of Scientists PodcastHow to Become an Animal Care TechnicianJennifer and Kim talk to Jennifer Alexander, the Animal Care Technician at Cal Poly Pomona. She takes us on her journey from being an animal lover to a graduate student to combining both. 2023-02-1047 minThe World of Scientists PodcastBeing a First-Generation Student: How to support first-generation students, Imposter Syndrome, and Biomedical ResearchDr. Alas talks about his journey from being a first-generation student from Southern California to entering the biomedical profession and now directing the Science Educational Enhancement Services (SEES) at Cal Poly Pomona.2023-01-151h 06The World of Scientists PodcastUC Strikes FAQThe largest academic strike in history is happening at the UCs, but who is striking and what are they asking for? Jen and Kim cover the major facts and how it could affect you.
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2022-12-1758 minThe World of Scientists PodcastVirology and How to Build Relationships with Faculty MentorsDr. Jamie Snyder discusses her background in Virology, tells stories of collecting samples in Yellowstone, and gives tips on how to talk to professors on campus.2022-12-171h 05The World of Scientists PodcastMeet Jen and Kim!Meet Jen and Kim, two biology graduate students who bonded over figuring out grad school and enjoy chit-chatting about the highs, lows, and lessons learned in academia, and of course Taylor Swift.2022-12-1636 min
SolarWinds TechPodCelebrating SysAdmin Day 2021While it may not be circled in red on many people’s calendars, SysAdmin Day holds a special place in the hearts of many IT professionals. Certainly, because everyone likes to be appreciated for what they do, but more so because SysAdmin day is a chance for tech practitioners not only to recognize and celebrate, but to also shine a light on the work we do and help the next generation of technologies see how systems administration is a vibrant, relevant, and important role in every organization. In this TechPod episode, we sit down with Kimberly Deal, Jennifer Aguilar, and Tannia Rodri...2021-07-2744 min