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Bitewings#4 Restorative Fundamentals with Dr Zain RizviIn episode 4, I am joined by Dr Zain Rizvi once again, a general and cosmetic dentist in London, where we discuss some core concepts in Restorative Dentistry. This is the second of my 2-part series with Dr Zain, so make sure you have also listened to part 1, all about Dr Zain's career and his advice and mindsets for success!You can find Dr Zain on Instagram here!Subscribe to the Craftsmanship Newsletter here!And as always, Get Better Today!
2024-09-0426 minBitewings#3 Cultivating Clinical Success with Dr Zain RizviIn episode 3, I am joined by Dr Zain Rizvi, a general and cosmetic dentist in London, who speaks on his career so far, his unique approach to clinical dentistry, and what it takes to build confidence and be successful early on in your career. This is the first of my 2-part series with Dr Zain, so stay tuned for part 2, for a more clinical discussion on Restorative Dentistry!You can find Dr Zain on Instagram here!Subscribe to the Craftsmanship Newsletter here!And as always, Get Better Today!
2024-08-2827 min
SEEK BytesTime zones and Sumo WrestlingTime zones in the world of Software Engineering are complex to master. In this episode, our hosts uncover (and attempt to understand) the complexities. What are the rules to converting time zones? What's in the naming of time zones? What about daylight saving? Why do some countries choose time zones that suit their preferences rather than the standard longitudinal positioning of the country? The hosts are clear from the start that they're not experts in this field and fear not, you won't be either by the end of this episode, but we hope you'll learn a thing or two.
2024-06-0439 min
Slate TechnologyWhat Next TBD: The Monkeypox Vaccine MonopolyIt makes intuitive sense for companies that develop a technology to hold its intellectual property rights. But in the case of vaccines and medical treatments, IP laws slow down manufacturing and distribution and give private companies the power to make huge decisions that affect public health globally.Guest: Zain Rizvi, researcher for advocacy group Public Citizen, specializing in pharmaceutical innovation and access to medicine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-08-0727 min
Slate BusinessWhat Next TBD: The Monkeypox Vaccine MonopolyIt makes intuitive sense for companies that develop a technology to hold its intellectual property rights. But in the case of vaccines and medical treatments, IP laws slow down manufacturing and distribution and give private companies the power to make huge decisions that affect public health globally.Guest: Zain Rizvi, researcher for advocacy group Public Citizen, specializing in pharmaceutical innovation and access to medicine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-08-0727 min
What Next: TBD | Tech, power, and the futureThe Monkeypox Vaccine MonopolyIt makes intuitive sense for companies that develop a technology to hold its intellectual property rights. But in the case of vaccines and medical treatments, IP laws slow down manufacturing and distribution and give private companies the power to make huge decisions that affect public health globally.Guest: Zain Rizvi, researcher for advocacy group Public Citizen, specializing in pharmaceutical innovation and access to medicine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-0724 min
You Know The Drill45. Improving your Indirect Restorations with Dr Zain RizviIn this episode, we are re-joined by Dr Zain Rizvi! Following on from his insightful first episode with us, we decided to bring him back to tell us about his tips and tricks for providing the best indirect restorations possible!
We cover a wide range of topics, including the indications and materials used for different types of indirect restorations, as well as communication with the lab!
Make sure to check out Dr Zain's IG page to find out more, and keep up to date with his career!
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2022-04-0432 min
Dental Leaders Podcast#126- Know the Drill - Zain RizviYou wouldn’t know from chatting with Zain Rizvi that he used to be an average kid. While studying at King’s, Zain took top awards, was invited to advise government policymakers and started a side hustle giving dental hopefuls a taster of life in the profession. And he also found time to write and publish a book on what it takes to succeed at dental school. In this episode, Zain reflects on his achievements so far and reveals what’s next for one of dentistry’s brightest yo...
2022-03-161h 22You Know The Drill42. Maximising your Potential in Dental School and DFT with Dr Zain RizviIn this episode, the topic of discussion is how to maximise your potential at dental school and during DFT! And who better to join us to talk about this subject than the legend himself Dr Zain Rizvi!
Dr Zain tells us about his accomplishments during and after dental school, and also gives us tips on how to really excel during your undergraduate years, and your training year following graduation!
Make sure to check out Dr Zain's IG page to find out more, and keep up to date with his career!
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2022-03-1436 min
TỪ ĐIỂN LỊCH SỬHỢP ĐỒNG BÍ MẬT CỦA FPIZER GIỮA CÁC QUỐC GIAVới doanh số 3,5 tỷ liều, vaccine ngừa Covid-19 do hãng dược Pfizer (Mỹ) và BioNTech (Đức) cùng phát triển là một thành công lớn. Theo ước tính, doanh thu từ loại vaccine này sẽ còn có thể gấp đôi trong năm 2022.
Thế nhưng, việc các nước mua vaccine Pfizer đã và đang được thực hiện đằng sau một lớp màn bí mật. Sự bí mật ấy khiến công chúng ít có khả năng soi xét quyền lực ngày một lớn trong tay hãng dược khổng lồ của Mỹ, W...
2021-10-2908 min
Solidarity LiveZain Rizvi on RemdesivirToday on Solidarity Live, we speak with Public Citizen’s Zain Rizvi about how Trump can help us get COVID-19 medicine… but refuses
2020-11-1757 min
The Nonintuitive BitsStart with Principles - Episode 38How to make better group decisions? How do you understand what your management chain actually values? And how can you better retain what you learn?References:Get into the leader's head by Alex DancoStart with Principles technique by Shreyas DoshiIncorporate Space Repetition and Reflection by Zain Rizvi
2020-11-101h 01
What the Tech?Recap TrailerWhat the Tech? is a podcast powered by the Computer Science Department of UCalgary. Here to deconstruct complex computer science concepts, bit by bit, and explain what the tech’s going on?
We hope everyone’s had a great summer so far, and that you’re excited for all the great things this fall semester has in store for us.
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If you’ve been with us before – thanks for tuning in again! We truly appreciate all your support, and hope you’ve enjoyed the show thus far.
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2020-09-1104 minWhat the Tech?Relationship-based access control, and Interning at Facebook - Zain RizviWhat the Tech? is a podcast powered by the Computer Science Department of UCalgary. Here to deconstruct complex computer science concepts, and explain what the tech’s going on?
In this episode we talk to Zain Rizvi, a PhD student who has been very involved in the UCalgary community for over a decade. As you'll hear in this episode, Zain likes to keep real busy. Today we cover what the tech is up with relationship-based access controls, as well as what it's like to do an internship at facebook!
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2020-08-2736 minThe Nonintuitive BitsSenior Engineering and Consumer Psychology - Episode 29We discuss the psychology behind gamification, how to be a senior and staff engineer, and how to have great ideasWith returning guest host Yun LuShow links:Zain Rizvi's newsletterGetting in the Room where it HappensThe Psychology of GamificationThe ultimate guild to becoming and idea machineWhat it's like as a senior engineer
2020-08-1056 min
Here At UCalgaryTurning The Tables with Zain RizviFormer guests Chahal Arora, Leah Hohman, and Rai Chaudhuri join me in this special episode where they get to ask me questions about my life at the University of Calgary.
2020-07-2028 minHere At UCalgarySwitching into Computer Science with Cooper DaviesI chat with Cooper Davies, a PhD student in the Computer Science department at the University of Calgary working with Dr. Jörg Denzinger. We discuss how and why Cooper switched from Biological Sciences to Computer Science. We also discuss his MSc research project which focussed on Automatic Machine Learning (AutoML) and helped lay the groundwork for the PhD research project.
2020-05-2715 minHere At UCalgaryFrom iGEM to Here with Somshukla (Rai) ChaudhuriI get to chat with Somshukla (Rai) Chaudhuri about her journey as a participant in iGEM as an undergraduate student, which further inspired her to pursue grad school. Rai is a PhD Candidate in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Infection Diseases Department (Microbiology stream) at the Cummings School of Medicine. Throughout her graduate school career, Rai has been a community leader where she has served as the President for her DGA, organized retreats for her colleagues, CRO for the GSA, and led several other projects.
2020-05-1316 minThe Nonintuitive BitsHow Not to Build a Community - Episode 19What's the right way to build a community? How can we track the spread of Covid 19? New applications of deep learning and conference building? All that and more in episode 19 of The Nonintuitive BitsGuest of the week: Chai Bapat (@chaibapat)Thoughts on this episode? Reach out to us!Twitter:Zain Rizvi: @zainrzvViacheslav Kovalevskyi (Slava): @b0noiSandeep Krishnamurthy: @skm4mlSlack: https://thenonintuitivebits.slack.com/Show links:- https://techcrunch.com/2020/04/10/apple-and-google-are-launching-a-joint-covid-19-tracing-tool/- Rise (book): https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Practical-Advancing-Career-Standing-ebook/dp...
2020-04-171h 03
Politics of COVID-19 Podcast - The SyllabusCOVID and Big Pharma Podcast: America Dissected (LS 64 · TOP 0.05% what is this?)Episode: COVID and Big PharmaPub date: 2020-04-14Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationThe drug hydroxycholoroquine has been all over the news because President Trump and other claim, without scientific evidence, that its a cure for COVID-19.But hydroxycholoroquine does have a lot of practical uses, and many people depend on it. Abdul speaks with a woman that relies on the drug to live, and is worried about its depletion. Then Abdul looks at...
2020-04-1726 min
America DissectedCOVID and Big PharmaThe drug hydroxycholoroquine has been all over the news because President Trump and other claim, without scientific evidence, that its a cure for COVID-19.But hydroxycholoroquine does have a lot of practical uses, and many people depend on it. Abdul speaks with a woman that relies on the drug to live, and is worried about its depletion. Then Abdul looks at the way that medications and vaccines are researched and developed with Zain Rizvi, a Law & Policy Researcher at Public Citizen and an expert on drug pricing.
2020-04-1426 minHere At UCalgaryLab Work and Science Outreach with Leah HohmanLeah Hohman, a PhD Candidate in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Infection Diseases Department (Immunology stream) at the Cummings School of Medicine, joins me remotely (from a blanket fort) and we discuss her experiences from undergrad to grad school. As part of her Co-op experiences, Leah has had the opportunity to work with various labs around the world. Leah also participates in educational outreach programs such as Skype a Scientist, Pint of Science, and Host-Parasite Interactions Program.
2020-04-0816 minHere At UCalgaryPhD Careers with Dr. Stephanie WarnerI get to chat with Dr. Stephanie Warner, a Career Development Specialist from the University of Calgary Career Services office, working with PhD Students. We discuss the reasons for pursuing a PhD and how to prepare yourself for a career after graduation, both in industry and in academia.
2020-03-1615 minHere At UCalgarySharing Knowledge with Dana CramerI interview Dana Cramer, an MA Student in the Communication, Media, and Film Department at the University of Calgary. We discuss her research regarding the sustainability of the increased internet traffic, due to streaming services, for the infrastructure in Alberta. We also discuss her experiences through her Honours BA degree as well as her experiences as a TA.
2020-02-2115 minHere At UCalgaryKelsey Pennanen Explains What's a Buffalo JumpThe discussion with Kelsey Pennanen continues; Kelsey explains what is a Buffalo Jump and the efforts that go into executing such a plan. Naturally we go a bit off course to discuss related topics as well.
2020-02-1705 minHere At UCalgaryThe Archeology Beneath Our Feat with Kelsey PennanenI interview Kelsey Pennanen, a PhD Student in the Archeology Department at the University of Calgary. We discuss her research as well as multiple projects she has worked on in the past and continues to do so. Kelsey also works with community engagement programs where people can learn more about the sites and participate in finding artifacts.
2020-02-1714 minHere At UCalgarySU Campus Food Bank with Adrian HandyI chat with Adrian Handy about the SU Campus Food Bank, where he is one of the Coordinators. We discuss the services that the Food Bank provides for the students, employees, and alumni of University of Calgary. We also discuss how you can apply to be a volunteer at the Food Bank, and the responsibilities that the job involves.
2020-01-2513 minHere At UCalgaryBeing Proactive with Mica MarbilMica Marbil is a third year undergraduate student at University of Calgary, pursuing a major in Psychology and a minor in English. I chat with Mica about her volunteer and internship experiences and how those experiences have helped her find what she enjoys.
2019-12-0414 minHere At UCalgaryIntegrating Student and Personal life with Stanton ThaiI chat with Stanton Thai, a third year undergraduate student at UCalgary and the founder of TEDx Youth at Victoria Park. We discuss his interests and what drives him.
2019-12-0114 minHere At UCalgaryDiscussing UofC Career Services with David CatafordI sit down with David Cataford, and we discuss the services provided to students by Career Services at the University of Calgary. David is a Career Development Specialist and has been with the University of Calgary Career Services for almost 13 years! The Career Services organizes events such as Career Fairs and various workshops throughout the year. They also offers resources such as Resume Rescue, Career Links, Career Clips, and so much more!
2019-11-1415 minHere At UCalgaryAn exciting grad student life with Henrique PereiraI interview Henrique Pereira, a PhD Student at the University of Calgary working with Dr. Philip Fong in the Department of Computer Science. We discuss his experiences of simultaneously pursuing an MSc, running a company with the colleagues, and being a guest lecturer in Brazil. Henrique is now pursuing a PhD at UofC, has a recent publication at a high ranking conference, and have twice won the TA Excellence Award from the Computer Science department.
2019-11-1014 minHere At UCalgaryFor the love of Information Theory with Alireza PoostindouzI interview Alireza Poostindouz, a PhD Candidate at the University of Calgary working with Dr. Rei Safavi-Naini in the Department of Computer Science. We discuss his interest in Information Theory that brought him here to pursue an MSc in the Physics Department and then a PhD in Computer Science.
2019-10-3014 minHere At UCalgaryVisiting UCalgary with Adithya VadapalliI interview Adithya Vadapalli, a visiting PhD Candidate from Indiana University working with Dr. Ryan Henry in the Department of Computer Science. We discuss his father's influence that shaped his interest in pursuing academic research and how it took him from India to Germany to USA and Canada. We also discuss his research in Algorithmic Engineering for his MSc and in Private Information Retrieval (PIR) for his PhD.
2019-10-2614 minHere At UCalgaryFrom Industry to Grad School with Chahal AroraI interview Chahal Arora, an MSc student from the Department of Computer Science. We discuss his journey from undergrad student and industry in India to grad school at the University of Calgary.
2019-10-1112 min