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Scientists as Problem-Solvers: Applying Scientific Insights to Global Challenges, with Nicholas Dirks, Ph.D.

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Overview: This episode of the show features Nicholas Dirks, Ph.D., President and CEO of The New York Academy of Sciences. Discussion Highlights: The rapid pace of technological change, from AI to gene editing, outpacing policy-making mechanisms. Reflections on historical instances where scientific advancement outpaced understanding and regulation, like the development of nuclear weaponry. Notable scientific…

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Scientists as Problem-Solvers: Applying Scientific Insights to Global Challenges, with Nicholas Dirks, Ph.D.

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Science Communication in a Politicized World: Challenges and Strategies with Your Local Epidemiologist Katelyn Jetelina, Ph.D.

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This episode of When Science Speaks features Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, Ph.D., an epidemiologist data scientist and senior scientific consultant at a nonpartisan health policy think tank. Dr. Jetelina is also the creator of the influential newsletter, Your Local Epidemiologist, which aims to translate evolving public health science for evidence-based decision making. Dr. Jetelina shares her…

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Science Communication in a Politicized World: Challenges and Strategies with Your Local Epidemiologist Katelyn Jetelina, Ph.D.

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Science Policy and Science Communication with Neuroscientist and Science Writer Sheeva Azma

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This week’s episode features science writer and science policy veteran Sheeva Azma, a neuroscientist who’s also a published author. In this episode, we discuss a range of communication and policy topics, such as: Sheeva’s professional journey from being a research assistant in neuroscience to a legislative intern in the U.S. Congress How Sheeva made her…

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Science Policy and Science Communication with Neuroscientist and Science Writer Sheeva Azma

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How Your Analytical Skills and Curiosity Can Propel Your Career in Academia and Beyond with Sonali Majumdar, Ph.D.

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This week’s episode features Sonali Majumdar, Ph.D., Assistant Dean for Professional Development at Princeton University. We discuss an array of issues related to career development, challenges faced by international students, and science policy, including: – Sonali’s significant and successful transitions in her academic and professional journeys and what surprised her and what she wishes she’d…

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How Your Analytical Skills and Curiosity Can Propel Your Career in Academia and Beyond with Sonali Majumdar, Ph.D.

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Science at the Crossroads of Policymaking and Technology with Sheril Kirshenbaum

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This week’s episode features Sheril Kirshenbaum, a scientist and author working to enhance public understanding of science and improve communication between scientists, policymakers and the public. Sheril currently hosts “Serving Up Science” at PBS Digital Studios and is executive director of Science Debate, a nonprofit nonpartisan organization working to get every candidate on record on…

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Science at the Crossroads of Policymaking and Technology with Sheril Kirshenbaum

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Science at the Crossroads of Policymaking and Technology with Sheril Kirshenbaum

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Science at the Crossroads of Policymaking and Technology with Sheril Kirshenbaum

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Behind-The-Scenes Policymaking Lessons from the White House and U.S. Congress with Jim Papa and Mark Bayer

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This week’s special double episode features two interviews: my conversation with Jim Papa, who runs the Washington, D.C. office of Global Strategy Group (GSG), where he guides operations and strategy for GSG’s public affairs, communications, and research practices, and Jim’s interview of me for GSG’s podcast, STAFFER. As Partner at GSG, Jim advises CEOs and…

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Behind-The-Scenes Policymaking Lessons from the White House and U.S. Congress with Jim Papa and Mark Bayer

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An Inside Look at Science Policy at the Federal and State Level with Donna Gerardi Riordan

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This week’s episode features Donna Gerardi Riordan, a nonprofit leader and innovator with more than three decades of experience bridging the gap between science and policy at the national and state levels. Donna’s most recent role is as Executive Director of the Washington State Academy of Sciences (WSAS). She previously served in similar roles in…

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An Inside Look at Science Policy at the Federal and State Level with Donna Gerardi Riordan

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Bringing World-Changing Initiatives to Life with Kumar Garg

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In this week’s episode, Kumar Garg, Vice President, Partnerships at Schmidt Futures, discusses how to bring your science to life through crisp descriptions, engaging visuals, and related communication techniques. We discuss: – How Kumar’s first job out of college (deputy communication manager on presidential candidate Howard Dean’s campaign in New Hampshire) taught him about the…

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Bringing World-Changing Initiatives to Life with Kumar Garg

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Scientists and Social Change with Kelly Ramirez, Ph.D.

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On this week’s episode, guest Kelly Ramirez, Ph.D., co-founder of the 15,000-member international organization 500 Women Scientists, and I discuss a range of topics related to the group’s social activism and priorities including: The motivation for creating 500 Women Scientists – and the intention behind the name The organization’s mission and vision 500 Women Scientists’…

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Scientists and Social Change with Kelly Ramirez, Ph.D.

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Scientists as Problem-Solvers: Applying Scientific Insights to Global Challenges, with Nicholas Dirks, Ph.D.

Science Communication in a Politicized World: Challenges and Strategies with Your Local Epidemiologist Katelyn Jetelina, Ph.D.

Science Policy and Science Communication with Neuroscientist and Science Writer Sheeva Azma

How Your Analytical Skills and Curiosity Can Propel Your Career in Academia and Beyond with Sonali Majumdar, Ph.D.

Science at the Crossroads of Policymaking and Technology with Sheril Kirshenbaum

Science at the Crossroads of Policymaking and Technology with Sheril Kirshenbaum

Behind-The-Scenes Policymaking Lessons from the White House and U.S. Congress with Jim Papa and Mark Bayer

An Inside Look at Science Policy at the Federal and State Level with Donna Gerardi Riordan

Bringing World-Changing Initiatives to Life with Kumar Garg

Scientists and Social Change with Kelly Ramirez, Ph.D.

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