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The Importance of Soft Skills in the Life Sciences with Karla Talanian – Ep #68

The term soft skills are in no way judgmental but many employers will prefer to describe it as professional skills, personal skills, collaboration, and communication. Irrespective of how it is described, it is almost unanimously accepted that soft skills are crucial in today’s workplace, especially in the life sciences. When asked what these soft skills…

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Communicating Science the Right Way with Dr. Alison F. Davis – Ep #67

A critical part of the scientific process is the interpretation and presentation of results in a form that the general public can understand. When science is not clearly communicated, it can seem to produce complex and conflicting information. However, scientists typically don’t have any training on how to communicate, despite the fact that it’s a…

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Innovation and the Value of Connection with Dr. Christie Canaria – Ep #61

Research and technology create immense value for the world through the results of their hard work. Important innovation and discovery are done in labs around the world, but there is another equally important landscape for businesses and startups who are working in innovative technologies, and that is the connection between people.  Dr. Christie Canaria is…

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Effective Communication with Terre Nicholson – Ep #60

Working as a geotechnical engineer, or any technical field requires a highly-trained skillset. Years of education and training is needed to prepare for a career in the STEM fields. However, the high-quality institutions that educate students in those fields are not always as focused on teaching them other skills that are beneficial in the workplace….

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Demystifying Stem Cells, with Dr. Geoff Hunt – Ep #55

The topic of stem cells can elicit a variety of responses from controversy to indifference. These widely misunderstood cells are usually thought to be the product of infants or something taken from the fetuses. The fact is that these amazing cells are a part of all of us, and could possibly lead to great advances…

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How to Use Acting Skills to Overcome a Fear of Public Speaking, with Bri McWhorter – Ep #44

The idea of public speaking can leave many people feeling anxious and afraid. So, for those who need to give a speech or presentation for their academic or business career, what are some ways to overcome the nerves? What techniques can they use to calm their anxiety? Bri McWhorter is a successful actress and teacher…

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