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Sciographies PodcastEpisode 45, Dr. Rob Lennox, Scientific Director of Ocean Tracking NetworkIn this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Rob Lennox, scientific director of the Ocean Tracking Network in Halifax, Nova Scotia. From childhood days exploring rivers and lakes to tracking Atlantic salmon on Norway, Lennox shares how curiosity and a bit of serendipity shaped his path into global aquatic research. Listeners will hear how cutting-edge tracking technology helps scientists understand fish migration, why hands-on experience matters for students, and how one pivotal university decision changed the course of his career. To learn more visit: oceantrackingnetwork.org
2026-02-1935 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 43 - Karen Hudson, EducatorIn this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Karen Hudson (MES'02), an educator and principal of Auburn Drive High School and founder of the Africentric Math Cohort in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. A Dalhousie alum and nationally recognized educator, Hudson has redefined education by integrating Afrocentric perspectives into the curriculum to inspire students of African ancestry to excel in advanced math and beyond. In this episode, Hudson shares her journey, insights on breaking down educational barriers, and her commitment to creating a more inclusive learning environment. -- Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is presented by Dalhousie's Faculty of Science in partnership with campu...
2024-11-1429 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 42 - Dr. Shannon Johnson and Dr. Alissa Pencer, PsychologistsIn this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Shannon Johnson and Dr. Alissa Pencer, psychologists and co-directors of the Dalhousie Centre for Psychological Health, a community-based clinic delivering vital psychological services to low-income Nova Scotians. With a shared commitment to making mental health care more accessible, Drs. Johnson and Pencer discuss their unique journeys in psychology—from Dr. Johnson's pivot from engineering to the study of the brain, to Dr. Pencer's early inspiration from her father's psychology career in small-town Nova Scotia. Learn more about the collaborative efforts and dedication driving the Centre's work, as well as Johnson and Penc...
2024-11-0733 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 41 - Dr. Alex Veinot, ChemistIn this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Alex Veinot—chemist, Vanier Scholar, and assistant professor at Dalhousie University. Growing up in Middleton, Nova Scotia, Dr. Veinot developed a love for hands-on learning, exploring how things worked in his dad's workshop. An eye-opening conversation with his uncle about law enforcement vests sparked his passion for chemistry, setting him on a path toward an inspiring academic career. As a member of the Glooscap First Nation, Dr. Veinot shares his commitment to increasing Indigenous representation in the sciences and creating a future where diverse perspectives fuel innovation and discovery. Sciographies (dal...
2024-10-3132 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 40 - Dr. Sian Kou-Giesbrecht, BiogeochemistIn this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Sian Kou-Giesbrecht, a biogeochemist and assistant professor at Dalhousie University. She reflects on how her early experiences growing up in a science-focused family in Waterloo, Ontario, shaped her passion for ecology and environmental science. Dr. Kou-Giesbrecht discusses her research on nitrogen cycling in terrestrial ecosystems and its impact on Earth System Models, as well as her lifelong commitment to addressing climate change. She also emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in science, calling for more inclusive spaces to support underrepresented voices in the field. Visit Dr. Sian Kou-Giesbrecht lab: https://siank...
2024-10-2431 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 39 - Dr. Michael Metzger and Dr. Chongyin Yang, PhysicistsIn this episode of Sciographies, we talk to Dr. Michael Metzger and Dr. Chongyin Yang, two physicists at Dalhousie University leading advancements in battery research. Dr. Metzger details his journey from studying physics in Germany to becoming a trailblazer in lithium-ion battery technology, while Dr. Yang shares his academic path from China to his current role as Tesla's Research Chair at Dalhousie. Together, they delve into their pioneering work aimed at improving battery longevity and safety, addressing the challenges and innovations shaping the future of electric vehicles. Visit Dr. Metzger's research lab: https://www.metzger-group.com Visit Dr. Yang's research lab: h...
2024-10-1733 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 38 - Dr. Saurabh Chitnis, Synthetic ChemistIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Saurabh Chitnis, a synthetic chemist at Dalhousie University. Dr. Chitnis reflects on his upbringing in Libya, India, and Canada, offering insights into his early fascination with the creative nature of chemistry. We delve into how fundamental principles, such as relativity, influence the color of metals like gold and contribute to molecular stability. We also explore his passion for cooking and his global journey in search of Indian cuisine. Visit Dr. Chitnis' research lab: https://www.chitnislab.ca/ -- Sciographies (dal.ca/sciographies) is presented by Dalhousie's Faculty of Sci...
2024-10-1032 min
Sciographies PodcastSciographies Season 6 TrailerSciographies is back for season 6! This season, listeners can expect even more compelling conversations, with two double-feature episodes diving into subjects like electric vehicles, solutions to climate change, shark conservation, access to mental health and learning about innovative programs like the Africentric Math Cohort, which is paving the way for African Nova Scotians in STEM fields. Tune in now!
2024-09-2302 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 36 - Will Burt, Chemical OceanographerIn this episode we talk to Will Burt, a chemical oceanographer and Dalhousie alum (PhD'15). Dr. Burt is the Chief Ocean Scientist at Planetary Technologies, a carbon dioxide removal company headquartered in Nova Scotia. The company partners with Dal researchers to study the efficacy and safety of ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE), a mitigation approach that harnesses the ocean's natural ability to capture and store CO2 from the atmosphere. This special alumni episode, done in partnership with Dal's Open Dialogue Live series, is the final episode of Sciographies' fifth season. Host David Barclay interviews Dr. Burt about discovering a passion for...
2023-11-0231 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 35 - Kevin Hewitt, PhysicistIn this episode, we talk to Kevin Hewitt, a physicist. Dr. Hewitt is a professor and the Associate Dean, Equity and Inclusion in Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science. His research involves designing optical diagnostic tools for disease detection. Outside of his scientific endeavours, he's passionate about increasing the representation of Black professionals in STEM fields. He was a graduate student when his commitment to this work began with the earliest vision of Imhotep's Legacy Academy, which is now a province-wide community partnership that helps to improve student success for youth of African heritage in Nova Scotia. The Natural Sciences and...
2023-10-2629 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 34 - Michael Freund, Materials ScientistIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Michael Freund, a materials scientist. Dr. Freund is a professor and the Harry Shirreff Chair of Chemical Research at Dalhousie University. He uses his training in analytical chemistry to do research that informs the design of sensors, electrical devices, and energy storage technologies. He's also the Director of Dalhousie's Clean Technologies Research Institute, where he facilitates the resources and funding needed to conduct studies that can help build a more sustainable future. Dr. Freund talks to us about designing sensor arrays that work with machine learning to mimic the brain's olfactory system, the...
2023-10-1929 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 33 - Erin Bertrand, Marine BiogeochemistIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Erin Bertrand, a marine biogeochemist. Dr. Bertrand is an associate professor at Dalhousie University and her research examines the relationship between marine microbes and ocean metabolism. To do this, she travels to challenging environments like the Antarctic to collect samples of ocean water. She's also a Canadian ambassador for the BioGeoSCAPES project, an international scientific effort to map marine microbes all over the world. If successful, this tool will plot microbial activity into ecosystem modelling technologies for the first time, leading to a more dynamic understanding of the ocean's role in global climate...
2023-10-1229 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 32 - Aaron Newman, Cognitive NeuroscientistIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Aaron Newman, a cognitive neuroscientist. Dr. Newman developed an early curiosity for computers in the '80s. While at university, he found a way to combine his interest in technology with his studies in psychology and carved a path for himself in the field of cognitive neuroscience. Today Dr. Newman is a professor and department chair at Dalhousie University. He uses technologies like functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) in his research to understand how different language experiences shape the brain. He's also the director of Nova Scotia's SURGE Innovation Sandbox, a place for...
2023-10-0530 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 31 - Melanie Zurba, Social ScientistIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Melanie Zurba, a social scientist and associate professor at Dalhousie University. Her research in environmental governance explores how to design resource management studies that best support a community partner's aspirations. Dr. Zurba also taps into her creative side to use art as an engagement tool. Her work bridges the gaps between natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, and equity - deserving knowledge systems. Dr. Zurba talks to us about doing "research about research," leveraging the power of art, and what collaboration between researchers and Indigenous partners can look like. -- Sciographies is...
2023-09-2830 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 30 - Shannon Sterling, Environmental ScientistDr. Sterling is an associate professor at Dalhousie University. When she's not teaching her students about the science behind climate change, she's leading the charge as Chief Scientific Officer at CarbonRun, the carbon-dioxide removal startup she founded in 2022. By increasing the alkalinity of rivers, CarbonRun technology captures carbon from the atmosphere while restoring acidified river habitats at the same time. Dr. Sterling talks to us about growing up in North Vancouver, her research career, grappling with the idea of geoengineering as a necessity in the fight against climate change, and founding her company. Learn more about CarbonRun at https://carbonrun...
2023-09-2127 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 29 - Chuck Macdonald, Inorganic ChemistIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Chuck Macdonald, an inorganic chemist. Dr. Macdonald attended Dalhousie University for both his undergraduate degree and his PhD studies. Years later, he returned to his alma mater to take position as the Dean of Science. As Dean, Dr. Macdonald is leading the charge to enhance science programming and facilities — all while working to improve equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within the Dal Science community. Dr. Macdonald talks to us about growing up in Halifax, Nova Scotia, his experience specializing in inorganic chemistry, and the big-picture projects he tackles as a university administrator. -- Sc...
2023-09-1428 min
Sciographies PodcastNEW ||| Season Five Trailer - SciographiesSeason Five drops Thursday, September, 14 2023 and will feature a new episode each week until Thursday, November 2, 2023.
2023-09-0702 min
SciographiesSciographies – Episode 28 – Katja Fennel, Oceanographer
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Katja Fennel. She’s an oceanographer, Killam Professor, and chair of the Oceanography department here at Dal.
Dr. Fennel’s research involves the development of physical-biogeochemical models, which are tools that can help us better understand and predict the state of the ocean as the climate changes. Dr. Fennel uses her education in mathematics to build these extremely complex predictive models with her team. They’re currently contributing to the biogeochemical expansion of the global Argo platform, BGC-Argo, and anticipate launching 40 autonomous vehicles in the coming years to collect...
2021-10-2829 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 28 - Katja Fennel, OceanographerIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Katja Fennel. She's an oceanographer, Killam Professor, and chair of the Oceanography department here at Dal. Dr. Fennel's research involves the development of physical-biogeochemical models, which are tools that can help us better understand and predict the state of the ocean as the climate changes. Dr. Fennel uses her education in mathematics to build these extremely complex predictive models with her team. They're currently contributing to the biogeochemical expansion of the global Argo platform, BGC-Argo, and anticipate launching 40 autonomous vehicles in the coming years to collect the comprehensive data needed to inform these...
2021-10-2829 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 27 – Sherry Stewart, Clinical Psychologist
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Sherry Stewart. She’s a clinical psychologist, Canada Research Chair in Addictions and Mental Health, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.
Dr. Stewart is known for her research on the individual psychological factors and personality traits that drive a person’s alcohol abuse, other substance misuse, or problem gambling behaviour. She develops clinical interventions based on her findings so that clinicians can help their patients prevent and treat these widespread challenges.
UniVenture [univentureproject.org], a current study, looks at how one of Dr. Stewart’s previ...
2021-10-2129 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 27 - Sherry Stewart, Clinical PsychologistIn this episode, we talk to Dr. Sherry Stewart. She's a clinical psychologist, Canada Research Chair in Addictions and Mental Health, and Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. Dr. Stewart is known for her research on the individual psychological factors and personality traits that drive a person's alcohol abuse, other substance misuse, or problem gambling behaviour. She develops clinical interventions based on her findings so that clinicians can help their patients prevent and treat these widespread challenges. UniVenture [univentureproject.org], a current study, looks at how one of Dr. Stewart's previously established prevention programs can be adapted to improve...
2021-10-2129 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 26 - Dozie Okoye, EconomistIn this episode, we interview Dr. Dozie Okoye, an economist who studies human capital and economic development, with a particular focus on the African continent. He's from Nigeria himself, but came to Canada for university and has been living here ever since. His desire to stay connected to his roots in Nigeria has shaped his entire research program to date. His research is interdisciplinary, involving collaboration with other academics specializing in geography, history, political science, and sociology. This episode covers Dr. Okoye's childhood in Nigeria and move to Canada, his path to a career in economics, and how his current...
2021-10-1428 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 26 – Dozie Okoye, Economist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Dozie Okoye, an economist who studies human capital and economic development, with a particular focus on the African continent.
He’s from Nigeria himself, but came to Canada for university and has been living here ever since. His desire to stay connected to his roots in Nigeria has shaped his entire research program to date. His research is interdisciplinary, involving collaboration with other academics specializing in geography, history, political science, and sociology.
This episode covers Dr. Okoye’s childhood in Nigeria and move to Canada, his path to a care...
2021-10-1428 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 25 – Melanie Massey, Biologist
In this episode we interview Melanie Massey, a PhD candidate in the Department of Biology.
Her research looks at how temperatures influence organisms. Particularly, the cascading effects that some organisms experience when they’re subject to temperature fluctuations in early life stages.
She also dedicates her spare time to engaging BIPOC youth in science outreach and education through an organization she co-foundedwith another BIPOC PhD student. Their organization is called Diversity of Nature.
This episode covers Melanie’s experience growing up in Toronto’s East Chinatown, how she’s combined her love of art with he...
2021-10-0730 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 24 – Boris Worm, Marine Ecologist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Boris Worm. He’s a marine ecologist in the Department of Biology with a focus on biodiversity and conservation research. Dr. Worm is also the Ocean Literacy Ambassador with the Ocean Frontier Institute and the Founder and Scientific Director of Ocean School.
Our local listeners may recognize him from his biweekly CBC Mainstreet segment as CBC’s ‘Oceans Guy.’ Listeners further afield may have seen one of his many appearances as a subject matter expert in popular documentaries like Sharkwater and Racing Extinction.
This episode covers Dr. Worm’s beginnings...
2021-10-0129 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 24 - Boris Worm, Marine EcologistIn this episode, we interview Dr. Boris Worm. He's a marine ecologist in the Department of Biology with a focus on biodiversity and conservation research. Dr. Worm is also the Ocean Literacy Ambassador with the Ocean Frontier Institute and the Founder and Scientific Director of Ocean School. Our local listeners may recognize him from his biweekly CBC Mainstreet segment as CBC's 'Oceans Guy.' Listeners further afield may have seen one of his many appearances as a subject matter expert in popular documentaries like Sharkwater and Racing Extinction. This episode covers Dr. Worm's beginnings in Germany, his path to conservation...
2021-10-0129 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 23 – Rachel Chang, Atmospheric Scientist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Rachel Chang. She’s an atmospheric scientist with the Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science.
Dr. Chang uses her background in engineering and chemistry to study aerosols in the air — where they come from, how they change and move around, and how they impact both current weather conditions and longer-term climate change.
This episode covers Dr. Chang’s path self-described “non-linear” path to atmospheric science, her family-focused upbringing in Scarborough, and how she uses our foggy weather here in Nova Scotia to do some of her research.
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2021-09-2329 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 22 – Chris Moore, Developmental Psychologist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Chris Moore. He’s a developmental psychologist with the Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Dalhousie University. His longstanding research interest examines social understanding and behaviour in early childhood.
Outside of his research, he spent the last 12 years as Dalhousie’s Dean of Science. Now that his period as Dean has come to an end, he’s exploring a new phase of his career with a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Non-Fiction at the University of King’s College. With that, he plans to write a book for the general public that exp...
2021-09-1628 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 22 - Chris Moore, Developmental PsychologistIn this episode, we interview Dr. Chris Moore. He's a developmental psychologist with the Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Dalhousie University. His long-standing research interest examines social understanding and behaviour in early childhood. Outside of his research, he spent the last 12 years as Dalhousie's Dean of Science. Now that his period as Dean has come to an end, he's exploring a new phase of his career with a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Non-Fiction at the University of King's College. With that, he plans to write a book for the general public that explores the emotion of guilt — what it...
2021-09-1628 minSciographiesSciographies – Season Four Trailer
Season 4 of Sciographies begins September 16, 2021.
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2021-09-1402 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 22 - Preview - Chris MooreMeet Chris Moore, a developmental psychologist at Dalhousie University. Full episode drops Thursday, September 16, 2021 and kicks off Season 4 of Sciographies.
2021-09-1301 min
Sciographies PodcastSciographies Podcast - Season 4 TrailerSeason 4 drops on September 16, 2021 and will air weekly on Thursdays until November 4, 2021.
2021-09-1302 min
Sciographies PodcastBonus Episode: Kathryn Sullivan - Oceanographer & AstronautIn October 2020, Sciographies host David Barclay teamed up with the Open Dialogue Live series to interview Dalhousie alum Kathryn Sullivan (PhD'78, LLD'85) on Facebook Live. Dr. Sullivan is a former NASA astronaut and was the first American woman to complete a spacewalk in 1984. She made history again earlier this year when she became the first woman to travel down to Challenger Deep, the deepest known point of the ocean. If you missed the live streamed event back in October, tune in now. Dr. Barclay and Dr. Sullivan discuss her early life and career, as well as her incredible journeys to...
2021-01-0759 minSciographiesSciographies – Bonus Episode – Kathryn Sullivan, Oceanographer & Astronaut
In October 2020, Sciographies host David Barclay teamed up with the Open Dialogue Live series to interview Dalhousie alum Kathryn Sullivan (PhD’78, LLD’85) on Facebook Live. Dr. Sullivan is a former NASA astronaut and was the first American woman to complete a spacewalk in 1984. She made history again earlier this year when she became the first woman to travel down to Challenger Deep, the deepest known point of the ocean.
If you missed the livestreamed event back in October, tune in now. Dr. Barclay and Dr. Sullivan discuss her early life and career, as well as her incredible jour...
2021-01-0759 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 21 – David Barclay, Oceanographer
In the last Sciographies episode of the year, Dalhousie University pharmacology studentGracious Kashéké tackles hosting duties to interview David Barclay for a change. When Dr.Barclay isn’t moonlighting as the host of Sciographies, he’s an associate professor in Dal’sDepartment of Oceanography and a Canada Research Chair in Ocean Technology Systems (TierII).
Having grown up in Victoria, B.C., Dr. Barclay spent many childhood vacations sailing along theWest Coast. But it was actually a gig as a student researcher and a lifelong fascination withsound, m...
2020-11-0530 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 21: David Barclay, OceanographerIn the last Sciographies episode of the year, Dalhousie University pharmacology student Gracious Kashéké tackles hosting duties to interview David Barclay for a change. When Dr. Barclay isn't moonlighting as the host of Sciographies, he's an associate professor in Dal's Department of Oceanography and a Canada Research Chair in Ocean Technology Systems (Tier II). Having grown up in Victoria, B.C., Dr. Barclay spent many childhood vacations sailing along the West Coast. But it was actually a gig as a student researcher and a lifelong fascination with sound, music, and recording that led Dr. Barclay down a career path in...
2020-11-0530 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 20 – Sophia Stone, Molecular Biologist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Sophia Stone. She’s a molecular biologist and professor in theDepartment of Biology at Dalhousie University.
Thanks to mentorship from strong female influences and unwavering commitment throughouther life, Dr. Sophia Stone built a career in science that can help society answer critical questionsabout the future of food security. Her research explores the fundamental principles that explainhow plants respond to their environments and cope with changes. It’s an area of researchthat’s especially important today because producing enough food to feed the gr...
2020-10-2930 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 20 - Sophia Stone, Molecular BiologistIn this episode, we interview Dr. Sophia Stone. She's a molecular biologist and professor in the Department of Biology at Dalhousie University. Thanks to mentorship from strong female influences and unwavering commitment throughout her life, Dr. Sophia Stone built a career in science that can help society answer critical questions about the future of food security. Her research explores the fundamental principles that explain how plants respond to their environments and cope with changes. It's an area of research that's especially important today because producing enough food to feed the growing global population in the face of climate change is...
2020-10-2930 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 19 – Tess Cyrus, Economist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Tess Cyrus. She’s an economist and associate professor withDalhousie’s Department of Economics.
Dr. Cyrus grew up in sunny California, just a stone’s throw away from Disneyland. As a self-proclaimed bookworm, she spent hours on end reading anything she could get her hands on.That natural curiosity sparked her desire to escape the American dream and experience lifeoutside of the United States. She got her chance in university, when she studied abroad for ayear in Scotland. While there, she had the op...
2020-10-2230 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 18 – Mark Stradiotto, Chemist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Mark Stradiotto. He’s a chemist and professor with Dalhousie’sDepartment of Chemistry. He has also won teaching awards and is the most recent recipient ofDal’s Arthur B. McDonald Chair of research Excellence.
Dr. Stradiotto wasn’t planning on becoming a chemist until his third year of university, when acourse in inorganic chemistry (and its professor) sparked his interest in the field. From thatpoint on, he pursued chemistry as a career path and has become a leader in his field.
Today th...
2020-10-1530 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 18 - Mark Stradiotto, ChemistIn this episode, we interview Dr. Mark Stradiotto. He's a chemist and professor with Dalhousie's Department of Chemistry. He has also won teaching awards and is the most recent recipient of Dal's Arthur B. McDonald Chair of research Excellence. Dr. Stradiotto wasn't planning on becoming a chemist until his third year of university, when a course in inorganic chemistry (and its professor) sparked his interest in the field. From that point on, he pursued chemistry as a career path and has become a leader in his field. Today the Stradiotto Research Group at Dalhousie specializes in the study and design...
2020-10-1530 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 17 – Tim Bardouille, Medical Physicist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Tim Bardouille. He’s a medical physicist and assistant professorwith Dalhousie’s Department of Physics and Atmospheric Sciences.
An early fascination with technology and philosophy sparked his desire to study physics. Whenhe learned about medical physics — a field focused on the role physics can play when applied inhealth and medicine to diagnose and treat patients — he pursued it as a career path.
After working in industry for a few years, Dr. Bardouille went back to school to get his PhD andworked towards...
2020-10-0130 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 17 - Tim Bardouille, Medical PhysicistIn this episode, we interview Dr. Tim Bardouille. He's a medical physicist and assistant professor with Dalhousie's Department of Physics and Atmospheric Sciences. An early fascination with technology and philosophy sparked his desire to study physics. When he learned about medical physics — a field focused on the role physics can play when applied in health and medicine to diagnose and treat patients — he pursued it as a career path. After working in the industry for a few years, Dr. Bardouille went back to school to get his PhD and worked towards shifting to a research career. Today his research in Dal...
2020-10-0130 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 16 – Hal Whitehead, Marine Biologist
In this episode we interview Dr. Hal Whitehead in his backyard, which overlooks the ocean inHerring Cove, Nova Scotia. Dr. Whitehead is a marine biologist, a professor in the Departmentof Biology, and author of several books. His interest in animal behaviour led to a scientificcareer studying the cultural lives of whales (even though his academic life began with anundergraduate degree in pure mathematics).
He tells us about travelling between Maine, USA and England, UK while growing up, and howthat experience on the eastern seaboard of the United...
2020-09-2429 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 16: Hal Whitehead, Marine BiologistIn this episode we interview Dr. Hal Whitehead in his backyard, which overlooks the ocean in Herring Cove, Nova Scotia. Dr. Whitehead is a marine biologist, a professor in the Department of Biology, and author of several books. His interest in animal behaviour led to a scientific career studying the cultural lives of whales (even though his academic life began with an undergraduate degree in pure mathematics). He tells us about travelling between Maine, USA and England, UK while growing up, and how that experience on the eastern seaboard of the United States nurtured an early love of sailing that...
2020-09-2429 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 15 – Natalie Rosen, Psychologist & Sexual Health Researcher
In this episode we interview Dr. Natalie Rosen, a sex therapist, sexual health researcher, andassociate professor of psychology. She tells us about growing up in Ottawa, being inspired byDr. Sue Johanson’s sex education broadcast programs, her path through university and gradschool, and insights from her couples-based research on sexual relationships. Dr. Rosen alsotells us about her knowledge mobilization initiative PostBabyHankyPanky.com, which boilsdown her research findings into short, informative videos that aim to help new parents talkabout the very common sexual concerns that arise for both pa...
2020-09-1729 min
Sciographies PodcastEpisode 15: Natalie Rosen - Psychologist & Sexual Health ResearcherIn this episode, we interview Dr. Natalie Rosen, a sex therapist, sexual health researcher, and associate professor of psychology. She tells us about growing up in Ottawa, being inspired by Dr. Sue Johanson's sex education broadcast programs, her path through university and grad school, and insights from her couples-based research on sexual relationships. Dr. Rosen also tells us about her knowledge mobilization initiative PostBabyHankyPanky.com, which boils down her research findings into short, informative videos that aim to help new parents talk about the very common sexual concerns that arise for both partners after having a baby. Sciographies is brought...
2020-09-1729 minSciographiesSciographies – Season Three Trailer
Season 3 begins September 17th.
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2020-09-1001 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 14 – Christine Chambers, Clinical Psychologist
In this episode, Dr. Christine Chambers tells us about her laser-focus career path and different types of pain. She also shares the motivation behind her deep commitment to science communication and knowledge mobilization.
Dr. Chambers grew up in Halifax, Nova Scotia and knew at 12 years old that she wanted to become a child psychologist. That path began at Dalhousie, a few blocks away from her childhood home, when she took the undergraduate psychology program. Then she finished up her PhD in clinical psychology at UBC and started working as a psychologist, scientist, and professor.
Now...
2019-10-3129 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 13 – Lars Osberg, Economist
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Lars Osberg, the McCulloch Professor of Economics at Dalhousie University. He discusses economic inequality, insecurity and well-being — topics that have dominated his research career. He also tells us about his experiences studying and working abroad in the early 70s, and how the field of economics has captivated him for so many years.
Dr. Osberg grew up in Ottawa and pursued his undergrad in economics at Queen’s University with a stint at the London School of Economics. After that, he spent two years volunteering with CUSO – Canadian University Service Overseas. That t...
2019-10-2425 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 12 – Eric Oliver, Oceanographer
In this episode, we interview Dr. Eric Oliver, an assistant professor and oceanographer here at Dalhousie. Dr. Oliver outlines how climate change is increasing the occurrence of marine heatwaves in the ocean. He also shares his hope for a future where traditional Indigenous knowledge is combined with scientific data to conduct research that has meaningful impact for Northern communities, as he himself is a scientist of Inuit-descent with roots in Rigolet, Nunatsiavut.
Dr. Oliver grew up in Labrador and spent plenty of time enjoying the great outdoors with family. Then he majored in physics and math before...
2019-10-1729 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 11 – John Gosse, Geologist
In this episode, we interview Dr. John Gosse, a geologist with Dalhousie University’s Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences.
We discuss growing up in Newfoundland, his adventurous undergrad years studying earth sciences, and how some of his latest research will help us better understand the risk of natural disasters in the Canadian Arctic as global temperatures continue to rise.
Dr. Gosse uses specializes in using cosmic ray Isotope techniques to study how vast landscapes form and change over time. His research has brought him to The Andes, The Rockies, and The Himalayas. He has al...
2019-10-1031 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 10 – Megan Bailey, Fisheries Economist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Megan Bailey, a fisheries economist with Dalhousie University’s Marine Affairs Program. We discuss her artistic hobbies, changing her focus and finding her passion, and what it’s like to work at the intersection of ecological science and social science.
Dr. Bailey grew up in London, Ontario with a love of animals that led her to a zoology degree. She then spent a year studying the behaviour of monkeys in the Suriname jungle, hoping to one day become a primatologist. While there, though, she found her mind was more occupied with ques...
2019-10-0330 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 9 – Alastair Simpson, Evolutionary Biologist
In this episode, we interview Dalhousie University’s Dr. Alastair Simpson, an evolutionary biologist. We talk to him about a widely-publicized paper his team landed in the journal Nature last fall, and how studying the genetic information of microbes helps us better understand the evolution of complex lifeforms on Earth. We also take a break from the science to discuss the sport that helps Dr. Simpson get through Canadian winters.
Dr. Simpson grew up in Sydney, Australia. He first came to North America for some of his graduate work at the storied Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute.
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2019-09-2631 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 8 – Jason Brown, Mathematician
In this episode, we interview Dalhousie University mathematician Dr. Jason Brown. We talk to him about his early days playing guitar in a band with his siblings, the real-world applications of graph theory, and the mathematics behind Beatles music.
In his free time, Dr. Brown enjoys playing music and writing songs. He’s been performing in front of audiences for decades and has even recorded his own album (Songs in the Key of Pi).
Back in 2004, some of Dr. Brown’s research made international headlines when he first used the power of math to figure out...
2019-09-1929 minSciographiesSciographies – Episode 7 – Sara Iverson, Marine Biologist
In this episode, we interview Dr. Sara Iverson to learn about her upbringing in Michigan, her fascinating path through university and grad school, what it’s like to work in the field with wild animals, and how to tag sharks and track them for studies that inform conservation policies.
Dr. Sara Iverson is a marine biologist with Dalhousie University and the Scientific Director of the Ocean Tracking Network. She’s also a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada—an honour that recognizes her life’s work studying physiological ecology. Her research takes her to remote locations in North...
2019-09-1230 min
Sciographies PodcastPreview: Sara Iverson, Marine BiologistComing up on Sciographies... Meet Sara Iverson, a marine biologist at Dalhousie University and the Scientific Director of The Ocean Tracking Network. Full episode drops Thursday, September 12.
2019-09-1101 min
Sciographies PodcastPodcast Trailer Season IIISciographies is a radio show and podcast about the people who make science happen. The show introduces listeners to different types of scientists at Dalhousie University. Each episode explores events in our guest's life that led to their career in science and offers fascinating scientific insights. Brought to you by Dalhousie University's Faculty of Science and campus-community radio station CKDU 88.1 FM (in Halifax, NS).
2019-09-1101 minSciographiesEpisode 6: Jeff Dahn, Battery ScientistHe went from the varsity soccer team at Dalhousie to striking a deal that made him Tesla’s first university research partner ever. Physicist Jeff Dahn isn’t one to “stand around and let grass grow” under his feet. He has led a highly-acclaimed career in battery science. Known around the world as one of the pioneering developers of the lithium-ion batteries now found in portable electronics, power tools, electric vehicles and large-scale energy storage, Dr. Dahn has been recognized with awards like Canada’s NSERC Gerhard Herzberg Gold Medal in Science and Engineering. Now an Industrial Research Chair with NSERC...
2018-09-2028 minSciographiesEp 05 – Sciographies – Sarah Wells, Biomedical Engineer – Heart Tissues & Spider SilkShe went from feeling personally responsible for documenting a lunar eclipse as a kid to taking hints from nature to inspire her research as a biomedical scientist and engineer. Dr. Sarah Wells is the Assistant Dean of the Medical Sciences program at Dalhousie University and a professor in both the Department of Physics and Atmospheric Sciences and the School of Biomedical Engineering. She tells us about reading every astronomy book in the Lucan, Ontario library and her work on understanding natural materials like heart tissues in pregnant women. Having a fundamental understanding of how natural materials work, she says...
2018-08-1528 minSciographiesEp 04 – Sciographies – Jordan Kyriakidis, Physicist & CEO – Quantum Computing and Asking the Right QuestionsHe went from quantum theory to co-founding his own tech start-up. Jordan Kyriakidis grew up in Toronto, the child of Greek immigrants. He makes bold moves. First, he moved halfway across the country with his then-girlfriend after his second year of undergrad. Now he’s the CEO and President of QRA Corp., a company the associate professor with Dal’s Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science formed after working with an industry partner on quantum computing research. He tells us about how being a scientist isn’t so different from being a CEO, the difference between theoretical physics and experi...
2018-08-1529 minSciographiesEp 03 Sciographies Mita DasogShe went from a little girl playing in her dad’s laboratory in India to earning recognition as one of Canada’s Top 150 Women in STEM last year. Mita Dasog started university at age 16, got hired as a summer research assistant at 17, then earned her PhD in her mid-20s. Now she’s an assistant professor of chemistry and her work involves designing new materials for use in renewable energy solutions. She tells us about growing up in India, how she fell in love with science, and the challenges she and other scientists face as they try to move societ...
2018-07-1629 minSciographiesEp 02 Sciographies Sean BarrettHe went from flunking a year in high school to identifying a gap in scientific research on dopamine and smoking tobacco as an undergraduate sociology major. When the young Sean Barrett realized he couldn’t fill that gap through the lens of sociology, he switched to psychology and completed an honours project that served as the foundation for the rest of his career. Now Dr. Sean Barrett is a professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience and head of the Dalhousie Substance Use and Addictions Lab. There he studies substances like tobacco and alcohol to better understand how va...
2018-07-0929 minSciographiesSciographies Episode 1 – Kim DaviesShe went from creating her own poetry zines to publishing her first scientific paper in Nature Geoscience while she was an undergrad. Oceanographer and post-doctoral fellow Kimberley (Kim) Davies tells us about growing up on the West Coast, her transformative experience watching humpback whales in Haida Gwaii and how she still gets sea sick every time she boards a ship. When the endangered North Atlantic right whale population off the east coast of North America lost 12 members last summer in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Dr. Davies was considered one of the key experts on the case. She was...
2018-06-1829 min