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SteministasSteministasLymphatics and Heart DiseaseOur final episode of Season 2 focuses on heart disease. In this episode, we welcome PhD Candidate, Natalie Harris, to discuss the cardiac lymphatic system and how it relates to heart disease.   2021-12-2127 minSteministasSteministasHeart and DietIn this episode, we discuss how diet can impact heart health with a specific focus on red meat and saturated fat.    // Sources // AHA: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/aha-diet-and-lifestyle-recommendations  Triglycerides: ​​https://www.khanacademy.org/science/ap-biology/chemistry-of-life/properties-structure-and-function-of-biological-macromolecules/v/molecular-structure-of-triglycerides-fats  Red meat and heart disease: https://www.escardio.org/The-ESC/Press-Office/Press-releases/study-strengthens-links-between-red-meat-and-heart-disease  https://www.ox.ac.uk/news/2021-07-21-red-and-processed-meat-linked-increased-risk-heart-disease-oxford-study-shows  https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/news/behind-the-headlines/meat-and-heart-disease  Omega-3 fatty acids: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutriti...2021-12-0712 minSteministasSteministasCOVID and the HeartIn this episode, we talk about COVID-19 and the heart. How does COVID affect the heart? Listen to find out why underlying cardiovascular issues are a risk factor for severe COVID and to hear what damage COVID can to heart function. Previous COVID episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6JeH5o3NVi9da1cajvJ3vL?si=15f11115272040b8  Previous RNA vaccine episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xDPH8WoMTJFLumyqDyfS5?si=390f4dee74e240e1    //Sources// COVID and heart what we know: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/covid-19-and-the-heart-what-have-we-learned-2021010621603 ...2021-11-2318 minSteministasSteministasHeart and ExerciseIn this episode we discuss the importance of exercise for a healthy heart! Listen in to find out how exercise improves your heart health and what amount and type of exercise is recommended for your health.   // Sources // Article: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/full/10.1161/01.CIR.0000048890.59383.8D VO2 max: https://med.virginia.edu/exercise-physiology-core-laboratory/fitness-assessment-for-community-members/vo2-max-testing/ HIIT study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17414804/ New heart study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/10/131014155744.htm AHA recommendations: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/fitness-basics/aha-recs-for-physical-activity-in-adults 2021-11-0214 minSteministasSteministasBlood Types and the Blood Type DietIn this episode, we talk about how blood types are determined and explain the blood type diet and the science (or lack of) behind it!    Follow us @steministaspod on Twitter and Instagram. You can also email us at steministas@gmail.com or connect with us on Facebook! 2021-10-1919 minSteministasSteministasBackground of the Cardiovascular SystemIn this episode, we set up the background of the cardiovascular system! We'll discuss the biology of the heart, blood, and blood vessels!   Follow us @steministaspod on Twitter and Instagram. You can also email us at steministas@gmail.com or connect with us on Facebook! 2021-10-0523 minSteministasSteministasWhat is Season 2?In this episode, we reveal the theme of this season: the cardiovascular system! We'll introduce you to the basic components and go over the episode lineup. And you really don't want to miss out on our fun facts about this very important organ system.    Follow us @steministaspod on Twitter and Instagram. You can also email us at steministas@gmail.com or connect with us on Facebook! 2021-09-2806 minSteministasSteministasWhere are we now?In this episode, we update you on our current life situation's and give a teaser for the upcoming season of Steministas that begins September 29th!   Follow us @steministaspod on Twitter and Instagram. You can also email us at steministas@gmail.com! 2021-09-2111 minSteministasSteministasWhat is the science behind essential oils?The claims about essential oils are many and include curing the flu, preventing headaches, soothing anxiety and many other claims. This has led to more people than ever putting oils on their skin, diffusing them into the air and even taking them in capsules. Is there potential harm from doing this or are the many claims legit and is there science to back them up? In this podcast we talk about some of the limitations with all essential oils, scientific studies that have shown negative effects about certain oils and scientific studies that have shown positive effects about certain...2021-04-2014 minSteministasSteministasHow is Down Syndrome tested for and what are the ethical implications of testing?Down Syndrome is a genetic disease characterized by mental and physical disabilities. It is often screened for early on in pregnancy and there is a correlation between countries that push early pregnancy screening and the percentage of babies with Down Syndrome being aborted. In this week's episode, we go over the genetics behind Down Syndrome, discuss the statistics of abortion of Down Syndrome babies being put out by other countries, and talk about the ethical implications behind testing for disabilities.    SOURCES // Down syndrome basics and screening: https://www.ndss.org/about-down-syndrome/down-syndrome/#:~:text=Do...2021-04-0622 minSteministasSteministasAre identical twins really identical?Identical twins are the gold standard in genetics to determine how much of a disease is genetic versus environmental. However, a recent study was published uncovering genetic differences between identical twins. In this week's episode we discuss embryonic development, the study itself, and what this could me with how we determine genetic causes behind diseases.  SOURCES // What are GMOs? GMO Watch podcast episode that we guest starred on: https://gmowatch.com/what-are-gmos-steministas/ Overview article about the study: https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/general-science/identical-twins-are-not-identical Overview article about the study: https://w...2021-03-2315 minSteministasSteministasWhat is the science behind meditation?Meditation is increasingly being embraced as a powerful tool to combat anxiety, stress, pain, and neurodegeneration. In this episode we define meditation and talk about its origins. Then, we discuss the research about the health benefits of this practice. Sources History: https://time.com/4246928/meditation-history-buddhism/#:~:text=Some%20archaeologists%20date%20meditation%20back,and%2C%20of%20course%2C%20Buddhism. https://rarehistoricalphotos.com/the-burning-monk-1963/  General mindfulness resources: https://www.mindful.org/10-things-we-know-about-the-science-of-meditation/ https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/05/19/858551813/anxious-meditation-can-help-you-relax-into-the-uncertainty-of-the-pandemic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHILscdegL8  Meditation and pa...2021-03-0914 minSteministasSteministasBlack Scientists in History: Part 2For Black History Month, we wanted to acknowledge the work being done today by talking about the contributions of Black scientists to our very own fields. In this episode, Emma and I cover geneticist Dr. Tracy Johnson (@TheTracyLab) and neuroscientist Dr. Nathan Smith (@SmithLab2018). We hope you enjoy hearing about their current research and service outside the lab!   Sources: Draw-a-scientist studies with children: https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2018/03/what-we-learn-from-50-years-of-asking-children-to-draw-scientists/556025/ BioRiv study on under-citation of Black authors & people of color: https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2020.10.12.336230v1.full.pdf  ...2021-02-2317 minSteministasSteministasCan scientists treat glaucoma?Glaucoma is a debilitating disease where individuals lose their eyesight gradually. Often this happens later on in life and can sometimes be genetic. Scientists have been researching glaucoma and ways to help treat the disease. Recently, a study was published showing that scientists were able to reverse glaucoma-like symptoms in mice. In this podcast, we talk about the eye, dive into the study, and discuss potential implications of this research.    SOURCES // Actual article: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-020-2975-4 Great summary of article: https://scitechdaily.com/scientists-reverse-the-aging-clock-restore-age-related-vision-loss-through-epigenetic-reprogramming/ ...2021-02-1616 minSteministasSteministasBlack Scientists in History: Part 1For Black History Month we wanted to highlight some Black scientists! In this episode (which is part one of a two part series) we're highlighting the work of Dr. Mae Jemison and George Washington Carver. They both contributed extensively to science and encouraging others to participate in science.  SOURCES // Mae Jemison bios: https://www.biography.com/astronaut/mae-c-jemison  https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/mae-jemison  Dr. Jemison Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LooEeJyd3AY  Interview with Dr. Jemison at Commonwealth Club of California: https://www.yout...2021-02-0914 minVanishedVanishedVanished: John Wilkes Booth "X Marks the Spot"I have a lot of heavy lifting to do. In part 3 of our series on John Wilkes Booth, my investigation is in full swing. Joined by a world class guest list, I dive into the case head first in an effort to understand how and why Booth might have escaped, the complex introduction of DNA into the case, and the first trial that took place on this case a little over a quarter century ago. Welcome back to Vanished. This is part 3 of our series on John Wilkes Booth. LINKS Our Website Vanished on...2021-02-072h 30SteministasSteministasWhat do we know about the new variants of coronavirus?Reports of new variants of coronavirus (a.k.a. SARS-CoV2) have surfaced in the U.S. in the past month. With these changes in the SARS-CoV2 genome come concerns that the COVID-19 vaccines developed by Moderna and Pfizer may not be as effective. Take a deep breathe - things are not as bleak as they seem! In this episode, we explain viral variants. How do they arise? And, importantly, what do we know about how these mutations change the current situation for COVID-19 (infection rate, vaccine immunity, symptoms)?   Sources New variant info: 2021-02-0219 minSteministasSteministasWhat are pros about GMOs?In our podcast two weeks ago, we covered some concerns about GMOs. In this episode we will cover some benefits of GMOs in regards to agriculture, nutrition, and the case study of golden rice. Hopefully, we have given you a good background on GMOs and answered your burning questions in this three part series.  Follow us @steministaspod on Twitter and Instagram. You can email us with any questions or episode ideas at steministas@gmail.com! SOURCES // GMO pros https://allianceforscience.cornell.edu/blog/2020/07/new-study-gmo-crops-reduce-pesticide-use-greenhouse-gas-emissions/ https://archive.nytimes.com/www.n...2021-01-2618 minSteministasSteministasWhat are concerns about GMOs?GMOs are incredibly controversial in our society, especially when it comes to the food we eat. This is the second episode in a 3-part series breaking down the science of GMO foods. In this podcast, we explain some of the concerns about GMOs and what is being done to combat these potential issues. We also answer some of our listeners' burning questions about GMO foods - be sure to send us your own questions, too! Follow us @steministaspod on Twitter and Instagram. You can email us any questions or episode ideas at steministas@gmail.com! ...2021-01-1228 minSteministasSteministasWhat are GMOs?GMOs or genetically modified organisms have become quite a controversial topic in the past decade. In this podcast, we delve into the history behind GMOs, explain how they work, and discuss some of the technologies used to produce GMOs. This is part one of two and we plan to tackle why GMOs have become controversial in the next podcast.  As always, our goal is not to tell you what to think but to give you the tools you need to make informed decisions and remove some of the fear and stigma associated with the science behind these c...2020-12-2916 minSteministasSteministasWhat are RNA vaccines?You've probably heard the exciting news that the RNA vaccines for COVID-19 have been successful in clinical trials and are currently being shipped around the world! While exciting, new technologies can be intimidating and understandably, can raise a lot of questions and concerns. In this episode we review the history of traditional vaccines, explain the science behind RNA vaccines, and answer your questions about this novel vaccine. How vaccines work article: https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674(20)31237-X Variolation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variolation#:~:text=Variolation%20was%20the%20method%20of,but%20protective%2...2020-12-1516 minThe Science PawdcastThe Science PawdcastSeason 2 Episode 45 Armored Ants, Cooperative Wolves and genetics PhD candidate Emma HinkleSend us a textPhew!  We so hope that our listeners are being safe during the spike in the pandemic.  Our province of Alberta has had a massive increase which has forced grade 7-12 school aged kids online again and upturned the education process and shuttered some businesses.  Be safe!On the show today we have an amazing new science story about an accidental discovery of armored ants- it's so interesting!  In pet science we take a look at a study which sought to determine who could work better together, wild wolves or domesticated dogs!   Our E...2020-12-031h 19