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booksA Companion to the Philosophy of BiologySarkar, Sahotra (Editor); Plutynski, Anya (Editor)Publisher's SummaryA Companion to the Philosophy of Biology offers concise overviews of philosophical issues raised by all areas of biology. Addressing both traditional and emerging areas of philosophical interest, the volume focuses on the philosophical implications of evolutionary theory as well as key topics such as molecular biology, immunology, and ecology. Comprising essays by top scholars in the field, this volume is an authoritative guide for professional philosophers, historians, sociologists and biologists, as well as an accessible reference work for students seeking to learn about this rapidly–changing fi...2025-05-112h 41
Blue Genes and BootsA Veteran's View with Sarah IngramWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode Anthony talked to Sarah Ingram, a 4th-year PhD candidate in the Interdisciplinary Genetics program at Texas A&M, a US Navy veteran, and a 2024 Tillman Scholar. She returned to academia after 9 years of military service and received her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University- Texarkana. Currently, she studies under Dr. Shaunna Clark in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and her research focuses on the relationship between DNA methylation and anxiety.If you want to know more about...2025-04-3030 min
Beyond Medicine: Humanized Care for Women of InfluenceEpisode 16: Cracking the Code: How Medical Genomic Testing Uncovers Hidden Health Issues and Personalized CareUncovering the Power of Personalized Medicine for Women of InfluenceIn this episode of the Beyond Medicine Humanized Care for Women of Influence podcast, Dr. Maria, a functional integrative physician, discusses personalized medicine and genetic testing with Gabriela Pichardo-Lafontaine, MD, an integrative medicine physician based in Austin. Together, they delve into medical genomics, the impact of genetic variants, and how personalized approaches can address issues such as hormone balance, metabolic dysfunction, and chronic illnesses. They emphasize the importance of understanding individual genetic makeup for optimizing health and preventing diseases. Real-world examples highlight how personalized care and genomic...2025-04-2242 min
The Med Edit PodcastMental Health Medication Myths & Hollywood’s Hantavirus Hype (Ep.33)In Episode 33 of The Med Edit Podcast, hosts Dr. Jessica Gray and Dr. Cari Sorrell tackle critical healthcare conversations on mental health medication and the recent hantavirus buzz from Hollywood headlines.Part 1: Mental Health Medication Myths Dive into the reality of treating anxiety and depression. Learn why benzodiazepines aren't ideal for generalized anxiety disorder, the real benefits of SSRIs, and how these medications can safely help manage mental health conditions. Dr. Gray and Dr. Sorrell separate fact from fiction regarding side effects, effectiveness, and common misconceptions.Part 2: Hollywood & Hantavirus Following the tragic...2025-04-0324 minThe Med Edit PodcastMental Health Medication Myths & Hollywood’s Hantavirus Hype (Ep.33)In Episode 33 of The Med Edit Podcast, hosts Dr. Jessica Gray and Dr. Cari Sorrell tackle critical healthcare conversations on mental health medication and the recent hantavirus buzz from Hollywood headlines.
Part 1: Mental Health Medication Myths Dive into the reality of treating anxiety and depression. Learn why benzodiazepines aren’t ideal for generalized anxiety disorder, the real benefits of SSRIs, and how these medications can safely help manage mental health conditions. Dr. Gray and Dr. Sorrell separate fact from fiction regarding side effects, effectiveness, and common misconceptions.
Part 2: Hollywood & Hantavirus Following the tragic news surrounding ac...2025-04-0324 min
Blue Genes and BootsMolecules and Mindfulness with Dr. Matt SachsWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Charles spoke with Dr. Matt Sachs. Dr. Sachs is a professor in the Department of Biology at Texas A&M University who received his Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry from Cornell University and PhD in Biology from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. His research focuses on the mechanisms controlling protein synthesis, such as in Neurospora crassa. Dr. Sachs is also a practiced yogi (!) and we invite you to listen in as he discusses his research, career, and the parallels between yoga...2025-03-2646 min
Real Science ExchangeBeef on Dairy Cattle - Economic Decision Making on the Farm with Dr. Corwin Nelson, University of Florida; Dr. Tara Felix, Penn State University; Dr. Brad Johnson, Texas Tech UniversityThis episode was recorded at the 2025 Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium. Dr. DeVries’ research focuses on farm-level decisions and modeling. The University of Florida dairy has implemented the use of beef semen. Dr. DeVries describes some of the factors that go into a partial budget for this system as well as details some of the factors involved in implementing beef on dairy. The UF dairy genomically tests all their cows and the panel discusses some differences in beef and dairy selection based on genomics. (5:58)Dr. Felix asks how the beef sires are selected for the UF dai...2025-03-251h 02
Blue Genes and BootsPrepping for Prelims with Emmarie and TylerHowdy, and welcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone! In this episode Sam and Veronika spoke with third year GENE students, and newly minted PhD candidates, Emmarie Alexander and Tyler Chan. Emmarie came to our program from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, and she currently studies under Dr. William Murphy. Tyler previously attended The University of Alabama - Huntsville, and he now studies under Dr. Zachary Adelman. Emmarie and Tyler sat down with us and talked about their experience with the dreaded preliminary exam process. We invite you to listen in on how th...2025-02-2653 min
Blue Genes and BootsBagging Boas with Dr. R. Graham ReynoldsWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Veronika talks to Dr. R. Graham Reynolds. Dr. Reynolds is an Associate Professor of Biology at the University of North Carolina Asheville and an associate at the Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard University. He received his B.A. in Biology from Duke University and his PhD in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Dr. Reynolds is an expert in vertebrate evolution and endangered species biology, especially reptiles in the Caribbean, and his work has been featured in the New York Times, Harvard...2025-01-2941 min
DNA Dialogues: Conversations in Genetic Counseling ResearchDNA Today: Genetics Wrapped 2024: Top Advances in Genomic MedicineWe’re thrilled to share a special episode drop from one of our producers, Kira Dineen, and her flagship podcast, DNA Today! As a multi award winning genetics podcast with over 12 years of groundbreaking episodes, DNA Today explores the latest in genetics and genomics through expert interviews and engaging discussions.
To celebrate the new year, this episode reflects back on the top genetics and genomics news stories during 2024. The top stories we chatted about are from the American Journal of Human Genetics’ “Genomic medicine year in review: 2024” paper.
Joining Kira Dineen for this disc...2025-01-0249 min
Blue Genes and BootsSpecial Guests: Drs. Paul Christou and Makoto SaitoWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Sarah talked to two speakers from the 2024 Genome Editing Symposium at Texas A&M: Dr. Paul Christou and Dr. Makoto Saito. Dr. Christou is an ICREA research professor at Universitat de Lleida (UdL) Life and Medical Sciences. Dr. Saito is a senior scientific fellow conducting post-doctoral research in Dr. Feng Zhang’s lab at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology McGovern Institute. We invite you to listen in on what they have to say about their path to their current positions, impactful moments and colleagues encountered during their ca...2025-01-0253 min
CannMed Coffee TalkIdentifying and Managing Fusarium in Hemp with Nicole Gauthier, PhDDr. Nicole Gauthier is a Professor and Extension specialist at the University of Kentucky. Her program focuses on disease management of specialty crops including fruits, vegetables, and hemp. In her Extension role, she develops educational and outreach programs to help growers manage disease through identification, understanding of pathosystems, and integration of management strategies. Her research program focuses on a range of hemp diseases, including Fusarium head blight, as well as stand establishment and seedborne transmission.
Dr. Gauthier’s resources can be found at plantpathology.ca.uky.edu/extension/publications, on Facebook and Twitter at @KYPlantDisease, and on YouTub...2024-12-1134 min
Blue Genes and BootsPioneering Science with George ChurchWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Anthony talks to Dr. George Church. Dr. Church is a Robert Winthrop Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School, Professor of Health Sciences and Technology at Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and founding Core Faculty member of the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University. He received his PhD in biochemistry and molecular biology at Harvard University in 1984. His research has spanned many disciplines, from genomic sequencing to synthetic biology. He has also co-founded multiple companies...2024-12-0152 min
Blue Genes and BootsRe-engineering Life with Dr. Qing SunWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Samantha and Sarah talk to Dr. Qing Sun, one of our Genetics and Genomics Faculty members. Dr. Sun is an assistant professor in the Artie McFerrin Department of Chemical Engineering at Texas A&M University. She received her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Delaware and did her postdoctoral training at the Synthetic Biology Center at MIT. Her lab uses synthetic biology to improve human health and the environment. If you want to know more about the research discussed in t...2024-10-3049 min
Blue Genes and BootsGrowing Maize using Drones and AI with Dr. Seth MurrayWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Sarah and Veronika talk to Dr. Seth Murray. Dr. Murray is a professor in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences and Eugene Butler Endowed Chair in Agricultural Biotechnology at Texas A&M University. He received his B.S. in Crop and Soil Science at Michigan State University and Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and Genetics at Cornell University. His research focuses on the breeding, quality, and genetics of maize (aka corn), and he is the founder and editor of the Plant Phenome Journal. 2024-09-2555 min
CannMed Coffee TalkBreeding Techniques to Create Unique Genetics with Justin EsquivelJustin Esquivel is CEO & Geneticist, Green Luster Phenos™ and has been an influencer and leader in the cannabis industry for 15 years. Esquivel was the head grower and geneticist of an indoor commercial-scale cultivation operation back in 2012. Justin has consulted with over 100 cannabis facilities, 72 of which operate commercial canopies. Esquivel provides home growers with pest and bacteria-resistant genetics in seed and breeders’ cut form on a global scale! He brings standard operating procedures to a gold standard. His one-of-a-kind approach to plasticity breeding has sparked tons of interest across the globe. Esquivel also specializes in Cannabis Tissue Culture & Selective Homozygous Breeding, enabling...2024-09-1839 min
Blue Genes and BootsSURGe into a Summer of ScienceHowdy, and welcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone! In this episode, Sarah spoke with four undergraduates from universities across the county who participated in our Summer Undergraduate Research in Genetics and Genomics (SURGe) program.The National Science Foundation SURGe Program is a 10-week intensive research experience under the mentorship of one of our Faculty of Genetics and Genomics members that includes a 3-credit hour Bioinformatics class. The credits are transferable to their home institution. Additionally, students have weekly meetings to explore research and career opportunities in genetics and genomics, discuss research ethics, how to apply to...2024-08-2839 min
Blue Genes and BootsFirst Year in Review with Veronika and CharlesWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone! In this episode, Anthony Matarazzo speaks with Veronika Mojik and Charles Mitchell, two current PhD students in the TAMUGENE program. Veronika obtained her undergraduate degree from The University of North Carolina - Asheville and studies under Dr. Hubert Amrein. Charles' undergraduate studies were completed at The University of Texas - Dallas, and he is advised by Dr. Dmitry Kurouski. They've just finished up their first year of graduate studies and have got some great advice that you won't want to miss! Thanks for listening, and we hope you...2024-08-0154 min
Blue Genes and BootsKids and Camelids with Mayra MendozaIn this episode Veronika Mojik talks with third year PhD candidate Mayra Mendoza about what it's like to traverse graduate school while being a mom to two boys! They also discuss Mayra's research on the alpaca genome and the in's and out's of running a cytogenetic service lab within an academic setting. 2024-07-0835 min
Better Black HealthOur Genetics: Professor Constance Hilliard Explains Health Disparities, Salt, & Cancer RisksBetter Black Health with Dr. Greg Hall welcomes Constance B. Hilliard, PhD. This Harvard-trained professor of African history may have found the elusive reason for many of the health disparities we see in the US. She explains salt sensitivity, kidney problems, cancer risks and so much more. Hilliard is a professor of African Evolutionary History at the University of North Texas. She is best known for her pioneering research in this field, which lies at the intersection of environmental health and genomics. Having received a B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. from Harvard University, she began her academic career as a...2024-06-2140 min
Reefer MEDnessE124 - CannMed 24 – These are the People in Your Neighbourhood Part 1So many fantastic Canna-people to meet and talk to at CannMed 24! Here are the first batch of clips we got!Ariane Williams & Megan Mbengue – Trusted Canna Nurse - There were so many nurses at CannMed 24! Our slightly biased co-host Kirk was ecstatic. He thinks more nurses makes every conference and everything else better! Ariane is the Director of Patient Services and “The Kind Nurse”. She’ll listen to your needs as a patient and guide you to personalized care. Megan is the Founder and CEO. She is a Social Media Content Queen with all things cann...2024-05-2930 min
Blue Genes and BootsDr. Jessica Light - Mammals, Morphology, and Mapping a Way through Graduate SchoolWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Emmarie and Sarah talk to Dr. Jessica Light, a professor and curator of mammals in the Ecology and Conservation Biology department at Texas A&M University. She received her B.S. in Biology and Resource Ecology and Management at the University of Michigan and her Ph.D. in Zoology at Louisiana State University. Her lab uses molecular and morphological data to study the evolution of distantly related taxa, such as between mammals and their parasites.If you want to know more about the research discussed...2024-05-291h 01
The Texoma Cattleman (Cody Maxwell)North Texas Ag Show 24-19On this episode of The North Texas Ag Show, Cody Maxwell and Dr. Blake Bennett, both with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension visit with Garrett Jones, Collin County 4-H Member. In this show, they discuss genetic opportunities within cattle production. Garrett shares his knowledge of genomics, embryo transfer and his plans within the cattle industry. 2024-05-1731 minBlue Genes and BootsFossil Viruses and Genetic Conflicts with Dr. Harmit MalikWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Emmarie and Veronika talk to Dr. Harmit Malik, a professor and associate director of the Basic Science Division at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, Washington. He received his BTech in Chemical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology and his Ph.D. in Biology at the University of Rochester. His lab studies the evolution of genetic conflict in Drosophila, primates, and yeast, with a focus on centromeres, viruses, and mobile elements.If you want to know more about the research discussed in this episode...2024-05-0148 min
CannMed Coffee TalkMaking Biopesticides from Terpenes with Kimberly Gwinn, PhDDr. Kimberly Gwinn is a Professor of Entomology and Plant Pathology at the University of Tennessee. Her lab currently investigates natural products that are produced by plants and microbes and their uses as medicines and as bio-pesticides.
At CannMed 24 she will present Hemp Processing by-products as Biopesticides which describes her team’s work using terpene-rich industrial hemp by-products to control plant diseases and pests.
We discuss:
Why terpenes are effective biopesticides
Which pathogens and pests terepene-rich biopesticide can fight
What are nanaemulsions and why they are important in this application
How this technology can open up a new revenue stream for grow...2024-04-1725 min
Blue Genes and BootsDr. Bruce Walsh - Math, Moths, and the Biology of EverythingWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Emmarie and Serina talk to Dr. Bruce Walsh. Dr. Walsh is an Ecology and Evolutionary Biology professor at the University of Arizona. He earned his Ph.D. in genetics at the University of Washington and was a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Chicago and the University of California, Davis. His research uses mathematical models to better understand the evolution of genetics and complex traits.If you want to know more about the research discussed in this episode or about the Genetics program at Texas...2024-03-2748 min
DNA Dialogues: Conversations in Genetic Counseling Research#1 Rare Disease Family Experience (Chromosome 18 Conditions and Pediatric Oncology)Welcome to the first episode of DNA Dialogues! Today is February 29th, 2024. It is a leap year, so today marks an extra special rare disease day.
Rare diseases can impact so many people - from patients themselves, to families, to broader communities. To celebrate rare disease day, we are going to dive into two recent articles from the Journal of Genetic Counseling that showcase the rare disease experience. The following interviews provide insight into the wider impact of rare disease, with a special focus on families.
Segment 1: “Understanding type and quality of re...2024-02-2943 min
Blue Genes and BootsBioinformatics for the Betterment of Science with Dr. Adam PhillippyWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Emmarie and Serina talk to Dr. Adam Phillippy. Dr. Phillippy is the director of the Center for Genomics and Data Science Research and the head of the Genome Informatics Section at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). His research focuses on developing computational tools for genomic analysis, such as genome assembly. His team has developed many widely used bioinformatic tools and assembled the genomes of diverse species. In 2022, Dr. Phillippy and his group published the first fully complete (or telomere-to-telomere) human genome.2024-02-2852 min
Radiology Imaging Cancer Podcasts | RSNAEpisode 25: Bite Size Research - Current Status of Cancer Genomics and Imaging PhenotypesDr. Celina Nahyun Jo, one of the trainee editorial board members in Radiology: Imaging Cancer and a radiology resident at University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston hosts our podcast series that summarizes interesting articles into a bite size. This podcast provides background knowledge for everyone to understand and enjoy oncologic imaging research on the go. This is bite size research for Radiology: Imaging Cancer, November 2023 issue." Current Status of Cancer Genomics and Imaging Phenotypes: What Radiologists Need to Know. Serrão et al. Radiology: Imaging Cancer 2023; 5(6):e220153.2024-02-0713 min
Blue Genes and BootsDr. Lily Sanchez - Breast Cancer Research and How to Be Fearless in Graduate SchoolWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Khushboo and Sarah talk to Lilia Sanchez. Lily is a postdoctoral researcher who successfully defended her dissertation in Fall 2023! She is in Dr. Weston Porter’s lab where she has studied mitochondria and mammary gland development. If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the research discussed in this episode, please visit the following websites:Porter lab: https://scholars.library.tamu.edu/vivo/display/n90e6f6c0...2024-02-0735 min
Blue Genes and BootsSpecial Guest: Dr. Anne-Ruxandra Carvunis - How Genes are Born and EvolveWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots, everyone!In this episode, Serina talks to Dr. Anne-Ruxandra Carvunis. Dr. Carvunis is a computational and systems biology assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She earned her PhD in Bioinformatics from the University of Grenoble and was awarded the NIH Director’s New Innovator Award in 2019. Her research focuses on the mechanisms behind changes during evolution using tools such as bioinformatics and yeast genetics.If you want to know more about the research discussed in this episode or about th...2024-01-1748 min
The IC-DISC ShowEp050: Exploring Alabama's Booming Industries with Carolyn Turner
In today's episode of the IC-DISC show, I have a captivating discussion with Carolyn Turner from the Alabama International Trade Center. We uncover fascinating details about Alabama's economic progress and the pivotal role of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in boosting job growth and new businesses.
Carolyn shares inspiring success stories of SBDC clients who utilized free services to export goods successfully. I also learned more about the SBDC's impactful support for small businesses through cost-free assistance.
We wrap it up by exploring how SBDC teams in Texas and Colorado...2023-12-1334 min
CannMed Coffee TalkWeed Control and Outdoor Hemp with Karla Gage, PhDDr. Karla Gage is Assistant Professor of Weed Science and Plant Biology at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where she received her Ph.D. in Plant Biology with a focus in Weed Ecology in 2013. In short, Karla is a weed expert, but not in the weed you smoke, but rather the weeds you pull. Her research focuses on using Integrated Weed Management to control and suppress weeds in midwestern US rotational crops, including corn, soybean, wheat, sorghum, and now hemp.
During our conversation we discussed:
What negative effects weeds can have on hemp
Which weed species are threatening to hemp
Herbicides that...2023-11-2940 min
Blue Genes and BootsSpecial Guests: Drs. Matt Burg and Washington da SilvaHowdy everyone! In this episode, Joe and Anthony interview guests from Texas A&M’s 2023 Genome Editing Symposium. Dr. Matt Burg is a researcher at Solid Biosciences and Dr. Washington da Silva is a researcher at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station within the Department of Plant Pathology and Ecology, where he specializes in the diagnosis, bioinformatic analysis, and molecular biology of viruses that infect crops. He received his PhD from Cornell University in 2018. If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the research discussed in this episode, ple...2023-11-2945 min
Cutting Edge Health: Preventing Cognitive DeclineDr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen - Personalized Medicine Through GenomicsFor those who want to truly assess your genetic risk of Alzheimer’s, IntellxxDNA has created a tool to help. With a simple cheek swab, this Austin, Texas based firm can provide you and your health care provider with a personalized genetic report that goes much deeper than what you’ll get from most genetic testing. For those with the APOE-4 Alzheimer’s gene there are other genes to know about that either can dramatically increase or decrease your risk of developing the disease. Having this information allows one to take action early to prevent its onset.
Sharon H...2023-11-1748 min
Blue Genes and BootsSpecial Guests: Drs. Jeffrey Barrick and Thomas Saunders - Genome Engineering of Honeybee Microbes, Mice, and MoreHowdy everyone! In this episode, Joe and Anthony interview guests from Texas A&M’s 2023 Genome Editing Symposium. Dr. Jeffrey Barrick is an associate professor at the University of Texas at Austin where his research is focused on the development of methods to predict and stop unwanted evolution of microbes. Recently, his group has started to apply synthetic biology tools to manipulate bacterial endosymbionts of insects with an emphasis on those in honeybees and aphids. Dr. Thomas Saunders is a research professor at the University of Michigan where he has been a pioneer in the development of transgenic mouse mo...2023-10-2539 min
Pharmacy Podcast NetworkGenomics and the Evolution of Pharmacy: Featuring GX Sciences | Sports Pharmacy PodcastTransforming Pharmacy with Genomics
Embark on a journey with GX Sciences' blend of pharmacy and genomics, an amalgamation that brings personalized medicine within every pharmacist's reach. Guided by the adept leadership of Michael Willoughby and Dr. H, GX Sciences is building the bridge between healthcare advancements and patient-centric services.
Nestled in Austin, Texas, GX Sciences has crafted its distinct mark in the healthcare scene with their recently tripled workspace and upgraded laboratory infrastructure. Alongside these physical growths, their dynamic educational initiatives also echo a vision of a genetically-empowered pharmacist.
2023-10-2421 min
Sports Pharmacy PodcastGenomics and the Evolution of Pharmacy: Featuring GX SciencesTransforming Pharmacy with Genomics
Embark on a journey with GX Sciences' blend of pharmacy and genomics, an amalgamation that brings personalized medicine within every pharmacist's reach. Guided by the adept leadership of Michael Willoughby and Dr. H, GX Sciences is building the bridge between healthcare advancements and patient-centric services.
Nestled in Austin, Texas, GX Sciences has crafted its distinct mark in the healthcare scene with their recently tripled workspace and upgraded laboratory infrastructure. Alongside these physical growths, their dynamic educational initiatives also echo a vision of a genetically-empowered pharmacist.
2023-09-2821 minBlue Genes and BootsDiagnostics and Drug Discovery with Ben ThomasHowdy everyone! In this episode, Joe and Brittni talk to Ben Thomas, a PhD candidate in the Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Genetics and Genomics at Texas A&M. His lab is in the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis and Immunology and his advisor is Dr. Zhilei Chen. If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the research discussed in this episode, please visit the following websites:Dr. Zhilei Chen's lab: https://research.tamhsc.edu/zchen/Genetics IDP: https://genetics.tamu.eduGenetics G...2023-09-2742 min
Blue Genes and BootsFrom Aussie to Osteology: A Tale of Bone Research with Dr. Larry SuvaIn this episode, Sarah interviews Dr. Larry Suva. Dr. Suva is a professor and is the department head of Veterinary Physiology and Pharmacology in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Texas A&M. He is also a member of our very own faculty of genetics. Sarah discusses Dr. Suva's path from industry to academia and his ongoing research in uncovering regulatory pathways involved in bone physiology and the development of pre-clinical models for rare bone diseases.If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or...2023-08-3051 min
Blue Genes and Boots"I Have a Problem with Authority" with Dr. Zach AdelmanWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Joe and Serina talk to faculty of genetics, Dr. Zach Adelman. Dr. Adelman is a professor of entomology and Chair of the Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Genetics and Genomics here at A&M, where he is also a Presidential Impact Fellow. His focus is on the development of novel gene editing and gene replacement approaches for disease vector mosquitoes as well as implementing robust safeguards for the use of these technologies. If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M o...2023-07-2633 min
ASCO EducationOncology, Etc. – Dr. Lori Pierce’s Path From Engineering To Oncology There are many treatments available for cancer but how do you make csre delivery equitable? Given the various types of cancers how can you allocate the right resources to create equal outcomes? Dr. Lori Pierce has made equity a primary focus of her career. She describes how physics and radiology inspired her to be an engineer (6:06), and the moment she decided to transition from engineer to oncologist (12;54) and achieving the position of Vice-provost at the University of Michigan (23:01). Speaker Disclosures Dr. David Johnson: Consulting or Advisory Role – Merck, Pfizer, Aileron Therapeutics, Boston University Dr. Patrick Loehrer: Research Funding – Novartis, Lilly...2023-07-1140 min
Blue Genes and BootsUnraveling the Biology of Mosquitoes (and Bird Obsessions) with Esmé CopeWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots!In this episode, Serina and Aaron talk to Esmé Cope, a graduate student in the Texas A&M Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Genetics and Genomics. Esmé works in Dr. Zach Adelman's laboratory, where she studies the genetic mechanisms surrounding the mosquito Aedes aegypti. If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the research discussed in this episode, please visit the following websites:Genetics IDP: https://genetics.tamu.eduGenetics Graduate Student Association: https://g2sa.tamu.eduDr. Adel...2023-06-2837 min
Blue Genes and BootsCowboys, Cattle, Mathematics, and Genetics - Dr. David RileyWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Serina and Aaron talk to faculty of genetics, Dr. David Riley. Dr. Riley is a professor of genetics and animal breeding here at A&M, with a special focus on cattle genetics. His research examines the association of genes, gene combinations, and other molecular variants with beef cattle production traits, especially those traits related to reproduction and efficiency.If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the research discussed in this episode...2023-06-0140 min
North American Deer TalkEpisode 83 NADT- Texas Deer Association update w/ E.D. Kevin Davis
Show Notes
If you’re new welcome, if not, welcome back!
The Texas Deer Association has a long history of advocating for whitetail deer and deer rancher’s rights. In this conversation the Executive Director of TDA Kevin Davis gives an update on critical information regarding the work TDA is focusing on right now!
-Live Testing
-CWD genomics
2023-05-2200 min
North American Deer TalkEpisode 83 NADT- Texas Deer Association update w/ E.D. Kevin Davis
Show Notes
If you’re new welcome, if not, welcome back!
The Texas Deer Association has a long history of advocating for whitetail deer and deer rancher’s rights. In this conversation the Executive Director of TDA Kevin Davis gives an update on critical information regarding the work TDA is focusing on right now!
-Live Testing
-CWD genomics
2023-05-2200 minNorth American Deer TalkEpisode 83 NADT- Texas Deer Association update w/ E.D. Kevin Davis
Show Notes
If you’re new welcome, if not, welcome back!
The Texas Deer Association has a long history of advocating for whitetail deer and deer rancher’s rights. In this conversation the Executive Director of TDA Kevin Davis gives an update on critical information regarding the work TDA is focusing on right now!
-Live Testing
-CWD genomics
2023-05-2200 min
Blue Genes and BootsFrom Industry to Academia with Anthony MatarazzoIn this episode, Sarah talks to fellow GENE student, Anthony Matarazzo. After receiving undergraduate degrees in Biology and Anthropology from the University of Florida, Anthony spent three years working in industry labs where he helped diagnose patients with genetic disorders and produced gene-therapy products to treat such diseases. His current research in the Rimer and Srinivasan labs here at Texas A&M aims to characterize the impact of astrocytic mitochondrial DNA ablation on the neuroenvironment of the Hippocampus.If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the...2023-05-0638 minBlue Genes and BootsLions, Tigers, and Dr. Bill Murphy, Oh My!Welcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Ashley and Emmarie talk to Dr. William Murphy. Dr. Murphy is a professor in the vet school at Texas A&M University, and his work focuses on comparative genomics, phylogeny and molecular evolution, with a specific focus in feline genetics. Dr. Murphy’s work has been very influential, from laying the groundwork for comparative genomics as a field to building tools and genomes that are useful to the scientific community on the whole.If yo...2023-04-0340 min
CannMed Coffee TalkField-Portable Testing Solutions for Cannabis with Russell Jessup, PhDDr. Russel Jessup is an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University. Russ started his career developing improved perennial grasses as biorefinery platforms for biofuels, turfgrasses, forage, ornamentals, phytoremediators, and renewable bio-based products. He has since transitioned into working on breeding industrial hemp, during which, he and his team identified a need for field-portable testing technologies that could help accelerate their programs. At CannMed 23, he will present on three of those technologies. Doing our conversation we discuss:
How a field portable near-infrared spectrometer can be used to screen hemp plants to make sure they don’t exceed 0.3% THC How a cellp...2023-03-1533 min
Blue Genes and BootsCotton and Communication (and the Origin of BGAB) with Serina TalujaWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Anthony and Ramiah talk to Serina Taluja. Serina is the founder and creative director for this podcast, in addition to being a fourth year graduate student in the genetics program. She's in Dr. David Stelly’s lab, and her graduate work has been focused on characterizing and manipulating meiotic recombination in cotton to increase overall diversity in cultivated species.If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the research discussed in this ep...2023-02-2240 min
Blue Genes and BootsConifers and Conservation Genetics with Dr. Claudio CasolaWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Sarah and Emmarie talk with Dr. Claudio Casola. Dr. Casola is an associate professor in the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology. Dr. Casola’s research encompasses many aspects of evolutionary biology, conservation genetics, ecology, and population dynamics, with a special focus on plant and insect genome evolution.If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the research discussed in this episode, please visit the following websites:Casola Lab: https://agrilife.org/casolalab/Genetics ID...2023-01-2743 min
Blue Genes and BootsIns and Outs of Grad School Internships with Michelle JonikaWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Serina and Khushboo talk with Michelle Jonika. Michelle is a fifth-year Ph. D. student in the genetics program, getting ready to defend her dissertation in early 2023! She’s completed her research in Dr. Heath Blackmon’s lab, and her work focuses on the structure and evolution of sex chromosomes, as well as many other fascinating aspects of evolutionary biology. She’s participated in several internship programs during her time in graduate school as well, in addition to being a highly involved member of the genetics program. If you wo...2022-12-2839 min
Blue Genes and BootsCancer and Our Microbiome with Dr. Jessica Galloway-PenaWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Ramiah and Sarah talk with Dr. Jessica Galloway-Peña. Dr. Galloway-Pena is an assistant professor in the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology and is currently recognized as a Montague Center for Teaching Excellence Scholar here at Texas A&M. Her research focuses on the genetic basis of pathogenesis as well as microbiome dynamics during cancer treatment.If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or the research discussed in t...2022-11-3038 minBlue Genes and BootsSURGe Ahead: A summer of research with Danielle and MegWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots! In this special mini-episode, we talk to two of our SURGe (Summer Undergraduate Research in Genetics program) students and hear about how their experience in the program went. Listen and learn about what you can look forward to if you apply for the 2023 cycle!If you'd like to submit an application and join us next summerApply here! https://genetics.tamu.edu/genetics-genomics-research-experiences-undergraduate-program/ Or if you'd like to learn a little bit more about our program, please visit the following websites2022-11-1506 min
Newborn Screening SPOTlight PodcastResearch and Advocacy for Newborn Screening for Mucopolysaccharidosis II (MPS II/Hunter Syndrome)Today, we are joined by Dr. Zhanzhi Hu (aka Mike) who is the co-founder and President of Project GUARDIAN, a nonprofit organization with the mission of advancing genomics-based newborn screening where they have a mission of genome sequencing 100,000 babies in New York City. His dedication and motivation to ensuring all babies have the best chance to live a healthy life stem from his own experience as a parent of two children with a rare disorder called MPS II and also known as Hunter Syndrome. He is an ardent advocate for newborn screening and works tirelessly to bridge the gap...2022-10-271h 00
Blue Genes and BootsSummer of '22 Special Series: Livin' the Conservation Dream with Dr. Caitlin CurryWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Anthony and Khushboo chat with former genetics grad student Dr. Caitlin Curry. After receiving her degree in 2019, Dr. Curry accepted a Post-Doc position at “Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium'' working in Conservation Genetics. She is currently working at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance as a Research Coordinator, also in Conservation Genetics. With a passion for carnivores, and a background in animal behavior and cognitive neuroscience, Caitlin studies the conservation of big cats. If...2022-10-2643 min
Blue Genes and BootsSummer of '22 Special Series: Lions, Tigers, and Dr. Kevin Bredemeyer! Oh my!Welcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Aaron and Serina host Dr. Kevin Bredemeyer, who is a bioinformatics scientist at Catalytic Data Science, and the first of our special alumni guests here on the podcast!He earned is Ph. D. from our program (the IDP in Genetics and Genomics) at Texas A&M in 2021. He worked in Dr. William Murphys lab and used a wide array of bioinformatic tools and procedures to try to improve genome assemblies for multiple cat species...2022-09-2846 min
Blue Genes and BootsSummer of '22 Special Series: Evolution, Scientifically and Socially with Dr. Rachel J. WhitakerWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots!In this episode, Josh and Aaron interview Dr. Rachel Whitaker, a microbiologist at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign who works primarily on archaea.Dr. Whitaker has been a faculty member at UIUC since 2006 and has worked as both a researcher and lecturer. She is widely recognized for her teaching excellence and is active outside of research with several outreach programs, namely Project Microbe and the Cena y Ciencias program. She also co-directs the Microbial Diversity Course at...2022-08-3159 min
Blue Genes and BootsSummer of '22 Special Series: Covering Pandemics with Apoorva MandavilliWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Serina and Madison host Apoorva Mandavilli, a reporter for the New York Times who covered much of their discussion on the coronavirus pandemic.Apoorva is a decorated journalist and freelance writer, winning the 2019 Victor Cohn Prize for Medical Science Reporting, and has work featured in popular news outlets like The Atlantic, Nature, The New Yorker online, and in the anthology ”Best American Science and Nature Writing.” In addition to her passion for medical science jour...2022-07-2733 min
Jake Gallen's Guest List220 | Artist of Curio Cards #24-#26 Shares Incredible Journey through Art & Science | Daniel FriedmanDaniel Friedman is an original Curio Cards Artist who created cards #24-#26, which are known as some of the rarest and most valuable Curio Cards in existence. Daniel is a postdoctoral human in Davis, California. His primary academic research, with Prof. Brian Johnson (UCD) and Prof. Tim Linksvayer (Texas Tech), is related to distributed physiology and evolutionary genomics in the eusocial insects. With groups such as COGSEC I am also researching cognitive security and online communities of practice. I am involved in Complexity Science through Complexity Weekend, and previously, the Sta...2022-07-181h 14
Blue Genes and BootsCytogenetics and Crops Galore with Dr. David StellyWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Khushboo and Sarah host Dr. David Stelly, who works primarily on cotton and cytogenetics here at Texas A&M.However, his career didn’t always focus on cotton. Dr. Stelly has experience working with a plethora of crops and has trained countless scientists who have gone on to careers in both industry and academia. In this episode, we talk to him about how he came to A&M, some of the intricacies of the el...2022-06-3058 min
Blue Genes and Boots(The Ultimate?) Work-Life Balance with Autumn and AmandaWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Khushboo and Sarah host two graduate students from our program, Autumn and Amanda, who rock the research world by day, and provide all the love and support for their families by night as mothers and wives.Amanda works in Dr. Sarah Bondos’s lab on protein biology and protein synthesis, and loves what she does, almost as much as she loves her husband and her two kids! Autumn recently joined Dr. Irtisha Singh’s lab...2022-05-2557 min
Blue Genes and BootsMental Health and Shower Thoughts with Dr. Adam CaseWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, distinguished redox- turned PTSD investigator Dr. Adam Case joins Anthony Matarazzo and Serina Taluja to talk about the emerging field of mental health research and its implications on graduate school. Dr. Case received his BS in Biochemistry and PhD in Free Radical and Radiology Biology from the University of Iowa. He recently joined Texas A&M in the department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences as well as the Medical Physiology Department where he seeks t...2022-04-2745 min
Perspectives on HealthcareDenise Gruzensky: A Nurse Practitioner’s Perspective on HealthcareDenise Gruzensky shares a nurse practitioner’s perspective on healthcare in this episode of the Perspectives on Healthcare Podcast with Rob Oliver. Denise specializes in genomics and risk assessment. She is from Texas and a member of Generation X. She has worked in a number of different locations including Rhode Island and on cruise ships.
Here are 3 things that stood out as Denise Gruzensky gave us a nurse practitioner’s perspective on healthcare:
· Quality healthcare is about partnering with the patient to get them to the highest level of health that they can achieve
· “You lear...2022-04-1519 min
Health Longevity SecretsSharon Hausman-Cohen MD: DNA, Genomics and Dementia RiskOur knowledge of DNA and genomics continues to grow as genetic testing becomes more widespread. Genetic risk for Alzheimer’s disease is no longer limited to the ApoE4 allele. By fully understanding our genetic profile we can better implement prevention strategies with lifestyle and supplements when indicated.Dr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen, received both her master’s degree and medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She is board-certified in Family Medicine, a Fellow of the American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine, and board-certified in Integrative Medicine through the American Board of Physician Specialties. She is Co-Founder and Medical Dire...2022-04-121h 02
Blue Genes and BootsSummer Undergraduate Research with Lois and OsirisWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Joe Romanowski and Madison Williamson host two of their fellow second-year Ph. D. students in the Genetics IDP- Lois Gordils Valentine and Osiris Lopez Garcia. Joe and Madison got to chat with Lois and Osiris about their experiences doing summer undergraduate research experiences and how those experiences prepared them for their graduate school career.Lois and Osiris both hail from the island of Puerto Rico. They both pursued science on the island in addition to the research programs that...2022-03-3047 min
Blue Genes and BootsThe Backbone of the Genetics IDP: Tamara and XimenaWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Joe Romanowski and Lilia Sanchez host two women absolutely vital to the Genetics program- Tamara Ospina-Vega and Dr. Ximena Paez-Colasante. Without the two of them, the program could not be where it is today, and in this episode we chat with them about how they came to the Genetics program, what they’ve enjoyed most about their work, and advice for future applicants looking to apply to graduate school.Tamara Ospina-Vega has been with th...2022-02-231h 04
Pursuing HealthHealing Autoimmune Disease with Dr. Erin Donaldson PH252Erin Donaldson is a board certified Family physician and graduate of the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. After starting her career practicing hospital medicine, she transitioned to her true passion, providing preventative care through wellness and disease prevention.
While working in the hospital system, Dr. Donaldson developed a deep respect for the capacity of our healthcare system to treat acute conditions, but she also constantly witnessed the devastation that chronic disease creates.
Dr. Donaldson’s personal journey with Lupus, a systemic autoimmune condition, also helped spark her passion for changing healthcare. Since he...2022-02-151h 02
UnsettleTell Me a Story: Genomics vs. Indigenous Origin NarrativesThis essay was previously published in GeneWatch (Vol. 26, no. 4, August - October 2013). It is now difficult to find online. I’ve linked to the available PDF of the original publication. I first published the essay when I was an Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of Texas at Austin. This essay answers a misguided question that I am often asked when I speak to non-Indigenous audiences about the politics of science: “Do you believe in science or Indigenous origin stories?” On April 13, 2005 the Indigenous Peoples’ Council on Biocolonialism (IPCB) issued a press release opposing the Genographic Project...2022-02-0817 min
Extreme GenesEpisode 355: Classic Rewind - Hank Jones On Those Weird Things That Happen When Doing Family History / Texas Genie Finds Herd Of Black SheepHost Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys begin by talking about a remarkable string of luck in their own research. Hear how Fisher discovered his late father-in-law’s unique place in the historical record. David kicks off Family Histoire News with a story about how modern genomics is rewriting history. Then, law enforcement in Tennessee is seeking public financial support to solve a four decade old cold case. Fisher notes that in Idaho, a grant has been awarded to a law enforcement agency th...2022-02-0744 min
Blue Genes and BootsMetal studs and no floods with the Porter LabWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Lily Sanchez and Madison Williamson host their lab members- Dr. Weston Porter, Ramiah Vickers, Steven Wall, and Garhett Wyatt- to discuss their research, what led Dr. Porter to Texas A&M, and how their lab culture has changed over time.The Porter lab began its research journey here at Texas A&M in 2001. Dr. Porter's lab started out focusing on a specific gene (single-minded 2, or SIM2), and over the past 20 years has branched out...2022-01-2643 min
Blue Genes and BootsBeetle Guy : Heath BlackmonWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Matt Jevit and Josh Meehan host Dr. Heath Blackmon to discuss his research, what led him to Texas A&M, and why he’s known around campus as “The Beetle Guy”.Dr. Blackmon received his BS in Environmental Science from Oregon State University and his Ph. D. in Quantitative Biology from the University of Texas at Arlington. In addition to his passion for beetles driving his research, Dr. Blackmon’s lab studies sex chromosome evolutio...2021-12-2253 min
Blue Genes and Boots"I hope my mom doesn't see this" with Aravindh and KhushbooWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Anthony Matarazzo and Lilia Sanchez host fourth year PhD students Khushboo Rastogi and Aravindh Nagarajan to discuss their experiences as international students in the Texas A&M Genetics program.Khushboo received her B.S. from Tamil Agricultural University in India and her M.S. from Seoul National University in South Korea. She now studies rice genetic diversity and biofortification in Dr. Endang Septiningsih’s lab. Aravindh attended Anna University in India for his B.S...2021-11-2448 min
Blue Genes and BootsBeagles and Biomaterials with Dr. Sarah BondosWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots!In this episode, Serina Taluja and Ashley Coffell host Dr. Sarah Bondos, an associate professor in Texas A&M’s department of Molecular & Cellular Medicine. They explore Dr. Bondos’ expertise in biomaterials, running an academic laboratory while simultaneously starting and operating a biotechnology company, overcoming challenges as a woman in science, and being a beagle owner.Dr. Bondos received her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina in 1993, and went on to pursue her PhD at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where...2021-10-2754 min
Blue Genes and BootsFirst Year's Been Whack with Sam & StephWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone! In this episode, Lily Sanchez and Madison Williamson host two of our first year graduate students, Stephanie McMahon and Sam Franklin, to discuss their research and their experience beginning graduate school amidst a pandemic. Sam and Steph both joined Dr. Galloway-Pena’s lab in December 2020. Steph joined our program after receiving her bachelors in Microbiology from Colorado State University, and Sam chose to continue her tenure in College Station after completing her bachelors right here at Texas A&M Univ...2021-09-2935 min
Cell IntelNeurophysiology Meets Spatial TranscriptomicsWe sit down with DO/PhD candidate Dianna Nguyen, a member of Tom Cunningham’s lab, and former core lab manager at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Nicky Hales. Hear how one spatial transcriptomics experiment can change the direction of a research project and open up new sets of questions and paths of further study.Take scalable single cell analysis from your wish list to the bench with our September 2021 Chromium X Special Offerhttps://pages.10xgenomics.com/2021-09-instrument-reagent-promo.htmlDon't delay! Get your order in by Se...2021-09-1032 min
Blue Genes and BootsSneaking into Graduate School with Dr. David ThreadgillWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, Serina Taluja and Ramiah Vickers host the Chair of the Genetics IDP here at Texas A&M, Dr. David Threadgill, to discuss current research in his lab and advice to heed when applying for and beginning graduate school.Dr. Threadgill received his B.S. in Zoology as well as a Ph.D. in Genetics from TAMU. After appointments at Vanderbilt University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Dr. Threadgill returned to...2021-08-2535 min
Your Digital Mentor PodcastMentores y mentorías, cómo encontrarles y cómo establecer una relación exitosa.What is covered in this episode¿Qué es para ti la mentoría ?¿Cómo la mentoría ha influenciado en tu carrera?¿Has encontrado, a lo largo de tu carrera, desafíos y/o dificultades en encontrar o mantener una relación de mentoría?¿Qué estrategias recomiendas para romper con la estructura jerárquica y con las viejas ideas y conceptos que impiden un mejor relacionamiento entre las partes?¿Existen dificultades particulares al establecimiento de mentorías en tu región de origen? Por ejemplo, falta de cultura de mentoría, falta de entrenamiento, falta de reconocimiento de...2021-08-0446 minBlue Genes and BootsThe seniors tell all: Navigating graduate school with Sam and JoeWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone!In this episode, our two hosts Matthew Jevit and Lilia Sanchez sit down with senior graduate students Joseph Dubie and Samantha Iiams. They discuss their research, their experiences as grad students, and give advice to future and current students. If you want to know more about the Genetics program at Texas A&M or Joe and Sam’s research you can visit:The program website: https://genetics.tamu.edu/2021-07-2849 min
The Genomics LabRattlesnakes and Population Genomics with Kat IveyWelcome back! Today we are talking to Kathleen Ivey, a PhD student from the University of Texas at Arlington in the Castoe Lab. Kat talks to us all about her journey to her PhD, with a background in vet tech & herpetology. Kat now focuses on population genomics, with a particular interest in Rattlesnakes. She tells us all about being out in the field collecting the species right through to the laboratory investigation of gene expression! Find links to Kats socials below!Kats twitter: https://twitter.com/KatIvey2Kats publications : https://scholar.google.com/citations?user...2021-07-281h 11Blue Genes and BootsElm Trees to Plant Pathology with Dr. Clint MagillWelcome to Blue Genes and Boots everyone! In our pilot episode, our two hosts Serina Taluja and Joshua Meehan sit down with local TAMU legend Dr. Clint Magill to discuss his beginnings, his lengthy scientific career, and get his take on the graduate school experience. Dr. Magill is a seasoned plant geneticist who has been teaching and doing research at Texas A&M for decades, having taught many of our current faculty in their graduate days. Ever dedicated to the education of bright-eyed aspiring scientists, Dr. Magill still teaches the entry Gene 603 course; meaning he’s...2021-06-3047 minBlue Genes and BootsIntroducing... Blue Genes and BootsThe Genetics Program has a podcast! Blue Genes & Boots is a new podcast series where faculty and students talk about the fun science going on right here at Texas A&M. Graduate students also share insights on how to pursue a PhD and jump-start a career in science. Find Blue Genes & Boots on social media @GeneticsPodcast2021-06-3005 min
Yeah, No Journal ClubWhat's a GWAS? What can it teach me about bipolar disorder?The paper we discuss is Psychiatric Genomics Consortium. Genome-Wide Association Study Identifies 30 Loci Associated with Bipolar Disorder. Nature Genetics 2019; 51:793-803.Here's an incredibly helpful review on understanding genome wide association studies (GWAS): TA Pearson and TA Manolio. How to Interpret a Genome-Wide Association Study. JAMA 2008; 299(11):1335-1344.Find out more about the Psychiatric Genomics Consortium. 2021-04-0624 min
The Genomics LabRunning a genomics core facility and discussing careers in genomics - Nicky HalesDon't miss today's episode, as we are joined by Nicky Hales, who runs a Genomics Core Facility in Texas! This episode is a little different to usual, as we are focusing more on a genomics based career path, and excitingly, it's a career path we did not know much about - so it was a real learning curve to talk to Nicky. Nicky explains to us how she found herself in this position, what a Core Facility is (we had no idea before chatting to Nicky!), the significance of core facilities, and what a typical day looks like for...2021-02-1751 min
Compounding LifestyleS1 EP18: $Dis Disney / Theme park Market Movements, Tesla Semi - Giga Factory Update, and The Silent Genomics Gold RushOn today's episode of compounding lifestyle we talk about the end of the $Dis Disney / Theme park market movers, Tesla Semi News and the silent biogenomics gold rush. $Dis is continuing it's pre-earnings run up of the expected 10% move. It broke $180 today on the news that parks are going to start reopening with restrictions. It's expected earnings date is Feb 11th. We also saw boom in other travel stocks like $EXPE , $CCL, $SIX. $APXT stock has recovered from it's pull back but it's still in that buy zone as we get closer to the official merger date announcement. Tesla an...2021-02-0510 minExtreme GenesEpisode 355 - Hank Jones On Those Weird Things That Happen When Doing Family History / Texas Genie Finds Herd Of Black SheepHost Scott Fisher opens the show with David Allen Lambert, Chief Genealogist of the New England Historic Genealogical Society and AmericanAncestors.org. The guys begin by talking about a remarkable string of luck in their own research. Hear how Fisher discovered his late father-in-law’s unique place in the historical record. David kicks off Family Histoire News with a story about how modern genomics is rewriting history. Then, law enforcement in Tennessee is seeking public financial support to solve a four decade old cold case. Fisher notes that in Idaho, a grant has been awarded to a law enforcement ag...2020-12-1444 min
Changing the StoryPowered by DNA: Changing the Story with Dr. Maher Albitar, Genomic Testing Cooperative
Could we live forever? There’s a lot of attention on tapping into genetics to unlock immortality. However, why aren’t there more stories about using genomics to prevent disease and viruses? Hear the story of Dr. Maher Albitar, who shares his story on advancing genomic science with emerging technology to tackle the key health problems we face today.Our GuestDr. Albitar, founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Medical Officer at Genomic Testing Cooperative, has extensive experience in anatomic/clinical pathology, hematopathology and molecular pathology. Until recently, Dr. Albitar was the Senior Vice President, Chief...2020-10-2922 min
MIB Agents OsteoBites and osTEAoOsteoBites S1 Ep14 Katie Janeway, MD, NEW Osteosarcoma Clinical TrialNEW CLINICAL TRIAL FOR #OSTEOSARCOMA ANNOUNCED!
MIB Agents Osteosarcoma Webinar Series: Katherine A. Janeway, MD, and Suzanne Forrest, MD discuss the opening of a new clinical trial for osteosarcoma, funded by Osteosarcoma Institute. Updates on the OSProject as well! TRIAL LINK
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Guest Information:
*Katherine A. Janeway, MD, MMSc
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, HMX - Harvard Medical School
Senior Physician, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Boston Children's Hospitals Cancer & Blood Disorders Center
Director, Clinical Genomics, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
*Suzanne Forrest, MD
Instructor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School Pediatric Hematology/Oncology,
Dana-Farber Canc...2020-07-1048 min
Connemara Pony TalesGetting to the Bottom of HWSD in Connemara PoniesSend us a textIn this episode, we cover Hoof Wall Separation Disease, also better known as HWSD. This is a condition that has been identified in Connemara ponies. HWSD is an autosomal recessive disorder that causes the hoof wall to easily break and crack.Joining us on this podcast are the following guests:1. Sheila Ramsay is from New Zealand and has performed research in Animal Science, Parasitology and Genetics. Her current project is 'Hoof Wall Separation Disease (HWSD) in Connemara Ponies.' 2. Melissa Cox is based i...2020-05-1257 min
Save Your Sanity - Help for Toxic RelationshipsCoping With Being Cooped Up To Avoid Coronavirus GUEST: Dr. David ViegerustSo much information online and in the media right now about the coronavirus!How do you know what to believe? How do you know what to do to stay safe and healthy in the face of coronavirus? My guest today, Dr. Dave Vigerust, is a long-time infectious disease and preventative medicine specialist. I'm talking with him because you may well be cooped up with someone who is toxic, pushing your buttons for the sheer joy of having power over you. Or, you may be cooped up with children who are bored and not wanting...2020-03-2933 min
Springbrook's Converge Autism RadioThe Connection of Sleep and Sleep Dysregulation in AutismGeneticist Dr. David Vigerust joins Stephanie to discuss the connection between sleep and sleep deprivation in Autism.Dr. Vigerust received a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Texas at El Paso, a master’s degree in Microbiology and Immunology from Texas Tech University and a Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Pathology from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Vigerust conducted post-doctoral research at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Dr. Vigerust completed a second post-doctoral fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical School in the Department of Pediatrics Disease in the area of molecular biology. Dr. Vigerust was a...2020-02-0641 min
Future of AgricultureFOA 170: Genetic Testing for Soil with Dr. Poornima Parameswaran of Trace Genomics Dr. Poornima Parameswaran is the President and Co-Founder of Trace Genomics. Trace Genomics is a company that based its business around mapping living soil, analyzing its microbial content, and helping growers maximize yield potential without sacrificing sustainability. Poornima’s goal is to build the world’s most massive actionable body of soil intelligence, allowing even ordinary farmers to have access to expert information on what’s underground. Poornima earned her Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology at Stanford University School of Medicine, her entrepreneurial skills at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, and her Bachelor’s degree in Cellul...2019-09-1139 min
Farm & Rural Ag NetworkFOA 170: Genetic Testing for Soil with Dr. Poornima Parameswaran of Trace Genomics Dr. Poornima Parameswaran is the President and Co-Founder of Trace Genomics. Trace Genomics is a company that based its business around mapping living soil, analyzing its microbial content, and helping growers maximize yield potential without sacrificing sustainability. Poornima’s goal is to build the world’s most massive actionable body of soil intelligence, allowing even ordinary farmers to have access to expert information on what’s underground. Poornima earned her Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology at Stanford University School of Medicine, her entrepreneurial skills at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, and her Bachelor’s degree in Cellul...2019-09-1139 min
TXBiobytes from Texas BiomedTX Biobytes from Texas Biomed Episode 041 — Quantitative Biology adds up to New InsightsAssistant Professor Diako Ebrahimi, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor Diako Ebrahimi, Ph.D., is one of the newest faculty members at Texas Biomedical Research Institute. He’s a quantitative biologist. His job is to take massive amounts of data from different disciplines to develop new ways to research virology and cancer.
Dr. Ebrahimi joins Texas Biomed from the University of Minnesota where he was an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biophysics. He is currently the principal investigator on a National Institutes of Health grant focused on Molecular Determinants of HIV Hypermutation that runs through 2020 and another stu...2019-08-2713 minTXBiobytes from Texas BiomedTXBioBytes from Texas Biomed Episode 026 — ‘Colaboracion con Mexico’ Targets Cardiovascular DiseaseRaul Bastarrachea, MD, and Jack Kent, Ph.D.
Texas Biomedical Research Institute scientists have been granted funding from the National Institutes of Health to pursue a promising study on the ultimate causes of heart disease and metabolic disorders. Principal Investigators Raul A. Bastarrachea, MD, and Jack W. Kent Jr., Ph.D., of Texas Biomedical Research Institute have designed the GEMM Family Study (Genetics of Metabolic Diseases in Mexico or Genética de las Enfermedades Metabólicas en México).
The GEMM Family Study examines volunteers from 10 university hospital sites in Mexico. Blood samples and tissue samples collected from participants are ana...2019-01-1513 minTXBiobytes from Texas BiomedMarmosets: Miniature but Mighty — TXBioBytes Podcast Episode 006The Southwest National Primate Research Center at Texas Biomedical Research Center is one of only two national primate research centers that provide marmoset research resources. Our resources include the only large population (>70) of aged marmosets (>10 years) in the country.
Common marmosets have been a biomedical research resource since the early 1960’s, used predominately in studies of infectious disease, immunology and neuroscience. Historically, they have been a more commonly used research model in Europe and Japan than in the United States. However, cellular and molecular resources have recently been developed that greatly enhance the value of marmosets in research and have inc...2018-04-1006 min