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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Dr. Saad Bhamla develops very low-cost scientific tools & medical devices that are more accessible & affordable. He also examines how animals move very rapidly & how organisms form aggregates that sense their environment & share information. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-saad-bham... #scicomm

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Dr. Erica Walker shares how she went from struggling with noisy neighbors to studying how sound & other exposures impact communities. She described the research that brought her back to her home state of Mississippi, major challenges, her passion for ceramics, advice, & more. 👩‍🔬 tinyurl.com/myn52du9

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Dr. Chris Cederroth studies hearing loss and #tinnitus, which is the perception of ringing in the ears. Over 300 million people in the world have hearing problems, & he is dedicated to understanding the causes & developing treatments. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-christoph... #scicomm #science

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The US is home to 1000s of native bee species that are key for agriculture & natural ecosystems. Dr. Lauren Ponisio studies how to preserve & restore bee populations. She's interested in understanding the distribution & health of native bee populations. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-lauren-po...

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880: Dr. Lauren Ponisio: Working to Preserve and Restore Populations of Bees and Other Pollinators - People Behind the Science Podcast

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

What were mammals living with dinosaurs like? @gpwilson11.bsky.social didn't start his path to paleontology obsessed w/ fossils, but a summer of fieldwork sealed the deal. He discussed his career, a fossil that may shed light on how mammals survived the mass extinction, & more: tinyurl.com/3hr5nj5x

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Thanks to our long-time partner, @innovativeresearch.bsky.social for supporting this week's episode w/ Dr. Alan Cohen. For more than 20 yrs, Innovative Research has delivered biological products to scientists, allowing labs to focus on doing impactful science. Visit innov-research.com to learn more.

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

What is aging? And how do all the pieces of our biology work together in complex dynamic systems to keep us healthy? Dr. Alan Cohen is investigating these questions. He discussed his research, career path, biggest challenges, advice & more here: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-alan-cohen/ #scicomm

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Marie McNeely @phdmarie.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

I enjoyed my recent chat with @harrislab.bsky.social! We talked about how he got to where he is today, the important people who have shaped his journey, advice, his research on why high-dose antioxidant supplements may sometimes promote #cancer rather than prevent it, and more. #science #scicomm

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

From childhood rock hunting trips to research on the roles of antioxidants, @harrislab.bsky.social shares stories from his life & science on our podcast! He describes how he became a scientist, people who have shaped his journey, advice & more. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-isaac-har... #scicomm

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Is there life on other planets? Dr. Amy Williams discusses her interests, career path, work w/ NASA Mars rovers, & an exciting project examining if organic carbon in Martian rocks is from living organisms, geological processes, or meteorites. 👩‍🔬 #scicomm www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-amy-willi...

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874: Dr. Amy Williams: Searching for Signs of Life on Mars and Beyond - People Behind the Science Podcast

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Dr. Simon Sponberg studies how the brain works with muscles to make bodies move. He uses animal models to study how the body and the muscles inform the brain in terms of the information we take in & how we react to the environment. Learn more: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-simon-spo... #scicomm

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873: Dr. Simon Sponberg: Finding Out How the Brain Controls Movement in Moths During Flight - People Behind the Science Podcast

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Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology @sicb.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

So glad to see this about SICBer @marthamunoz.bsky.social 🙌

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Why do some features & branches of organisms evolve really fast, while others are nearly inert for millions of years? Dr. Martha Muñoz is working to better understand how & why evolution proceeds unevenly across the tree of life. Learn more: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-martha-mu... #scicomm 👩‍🔬

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

From studying crocodiles in Belize to conserving turtles in Myanmar, Dr. Steve Platt's work has taken him around the world to help save species from extinction. Steve shares stories from the field, his path to wildlife biology, hobbies, advice, & more. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-steven-pl...

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

There are over 1,400 species of bats that fulfill a variety of ecological roles. Dr. Sharlene Santana explores questions about why some groups of organisms, like bats, are more diverse in terms of their number of species, appearance, or behavior. 👩‍🔬 Learn more: tinyurl.com/msanjfmk #scicomm #science

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870: Dr. Sharlene Santana: Determining the Drivers of Diversity in Bats and Other Mammals - People Behind the Science Podcast

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Companies like @innovativeresearch.bsky.social are key for advancing #science & #innovation. Our podcast episode w/ Dr Ash Shetty was made possible w/ support from Innovative Research, & we appreciate their belief in our mission to humanize science by sharing scientists' voices, stories, & journeys.

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

With rapidly rising cases of Alzheimer's disease & dementia, new treatments are critically needed. Dr. Ash Shetty is developing new therapies w/ stem cell-derived vesicles to slow brain aging. Learn about his work, career, challenges, advice, & more! www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-ashok-she...

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Dr. Ayse Turak is developing plastic-based electronic materials, such as solar cells & light-emitting diodes. Her goal is to create affordable, sustainable, & ubiquitous materials to provide power & light for people around the world. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-ayse-tura... #scicomm #science 👩‍🔬

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868: Dr. Ayse Turak: Engineering Affordable Organic Electronics to Power and Light the World - People Behind the Science Podcast

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Wildfires can have devastating effects, but microbes and fungi play key roles in helping ecosystems recover. Dr. @sydneyglassman.bsky.social discusses some of her latest research, stories from her scientific journey, advice, & more: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-sydney-gl... #science #scicomm 👩‍🔬

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Dr. Ted Bergin is an astrochemist who studies how & why stars, planets, & living things came to be. He examines the formation of stars & planets to better understand the origins of Earth & life on Earth. Learn more in his podcast interview: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-ted-bergi... #scicomm

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Laura Bradfield (she/her) @bradfield-neuro.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

In case anyone is interested in me or my science, give this a listen. Some highlights include: * My love of karaoke * Talking about the work we are doing in the lab - e.g. trying to build better animal models of compulsivity and, most recently, relapse-resistant behavioural protocols 1/3

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Can we build better models to study compulsivity? @bradfield-neuro.bsky.social shares her exciting work on how inflammation in brain areas affects compulsive behaviors, as well as her career path, current challenges, favorite hobbies, advice & more! 👩‍🔬 🧪 www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-laura-bra...

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

How does the brain protect itself if it gets infected? @tajieharris.bsky.social shares insights from her work on the parasite Toxoplasma gondii & gives a candid account of her career path, exciting successes, challenges, travel to Tuscany, & more. 👩‍🔬 🧠📈 www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-tajie-har...

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Dr. Eric Pop's research spans electronics, electrical engineering, physics, nanomaterials, and energy. He applies materials with nanoscale properties to engineer better electronics like transistors, circuits, & data storage mechanisms. #scicomm #science www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-eric-pop-2

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Dr. Ana Luisa Trejos is an engineer who is designing wearable mechatronic technologies that are comfortable for users & can restore mobility & quality of life for people with upper body movement problems. Learn more about her life & work here: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-ana-luisa... #scicomm

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Dr. Doug Fields studies how the brain develops and the mechanisms involved in changes to the brain’s structure and function (plasticity). He wants to know how experience regulates brain development & plasticity, and the mechanisms of learning. #scicomm www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-douglas-f...

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858: Dr. Douglas Fields: Studying New Cellular Mechanisms of Memory Involving Myelin - People Behind the Science Podcast

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Dr. Talithia Williams is a mathematician creating models of the rates at which groups of people develop cataracts over time. Cataract surgery isn't accessible for everyone around the world, & identifying areas w/ the greatest need for treatment is key. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-talithia-...

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Marie McNeely @phdmarie.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

I enjoyed this conversation with a fantastic engineer and entrepreneur! Worth a listen for researchers weighing their options in academia, industry, and startups. Tyler has done it all, and he shares some helpful insights and advice! #scicomm #robotics #engineering #academia #sciencecareers

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

For people w/ mobility issues, walking can be a major challenge. With a background in #engineering & #robotics, Dr. Tyler Susko designed adaptive shoes that may make it easier for people to take their next step. Learn more about Dr. Susko & his career: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-tyler-sus...

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Dr. David Sedlak is dedicated to creating technologies that will allow future generations to have access to adequate amounts of clean, safe water. Learn more about his life, his career, and his research in this podcast episode! #scicomm www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-david-sed...

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855: Dr. David Sedlak: Working to Purify and Preserve Our World's Water Supply - People Behind the Science Podcast

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

2026 is our 3rd year partnering w/ the amazing team at @innovativeresearch.bsky.social as podcast sponsors! We appreciate their support & belief in our mission to humanize science by sharing the voices, stories & journeys of researchers. Visit innov-research.com to learn about them & their products.

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

"When you get a result that doesn't conform to what you expect, don't just brush it off." Wise words from the wonderful Dr. Donald Smith! He shares how unexpected results transformed his career & had lasting impacts on #science & agriculture. #scicomm www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-donald-sm...

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

As an astrophysicist and cosmologist, Dr. Andy Friedman studies the history of the universe from the Big Bang through present day. He uses observations of astronomical objects in other galaxies to learn about fundamental physics and quantum mechanics. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-andrew-fr...

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852: Dr. Andrew Friedman: Using Astrophysics to Unravel the Enigma of Quantum Entanglement - People Behind the Science Podcast

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Don’t be afraid to try things. Working on a research project in college changed the trajectory of Dr. Dave Jackson's career, & he shared more about his career path, his research on plant growth & development, challenges he has overcome, advice, & more. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-dave-jack...

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Dr. Joyce Ohm studies epigenomics in development & disease, particularly in cancer. Your cells package the genome differently to efficiently use genes they need. This is key during development, & there are problems with the epigenome in cancer. #scicomm www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-joyce-ohm...

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849: Dr. Joyce Ohm: Examining the Role of Epigenomics in Development and Disease - People Behind the Science Podcast

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Sometimes even the best-laid plans have to change. Dr. Bryan Cassone discussed his early pivot from pharmacy to #biology, & how he's never looked back. He shared stories about his 1st research grant, traveling the world for field work, football, & more! www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-bryan-cas...

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Marie McNeely @phdmarie.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

This was a fun conversation with a wonderful scientist doing cool research at the intersection of quantum mechanics, biophysics, biomedical engineering, & #neuroscience! We covered a range of topics from light-emitting cells in the brain to lab Olympics, travel mishaps, advice, and more! #scicomm 🧪

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Nirosha J. Murugan @niroshajmurugan.bsky.social · 30/12/2025

Thank you Marie for holding a (digital) space for one of the most *real* conversations I've had in a long time. “Do not fear to be eccentric in opinion, for every opinion now accepted was once eccentric.” — Bertrand Russell

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

Don't be afraid to be different. Being unconventional is a strength for @msahsorin.bsky.social, including in her work on the physical signals our bodies use to control plasticity, regeneration, & health. She shares key experiences that shaped her life.👩‍🔬 www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-nirosha-m...

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