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Episode 147: Getting to grips with industry careers Jun 06, 2023

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Are you looking for a microbiology career pick me up? Well look no further! On this special episode of Microbe Talk, Clare sits down with Microbiology Society member Dr Oliver Severn to discuss his experience of working in industry.
Music: pixabay 'That science ambient' by Comma Studio.

Episode 146: A deep dive into wastewater monitoring May 24, 2023

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This month, inspired by a paper published in Microbial Genomics, Clare takes a deep dive into the method of wastewater monitoring. She speaks to Professor Steve Patterson and Dr Anne Leonard about how wastewater monitoring is a useful tool which helps us understand not only the spread of diseases like COVID-19, but also antimicrobial resistance.
You can read Professor Patterson's paper, published in Microbial Genomics here. https://microb.io/3or9CsS
Music: pixabay Chill Abstract (Intention) Coma-Media

Episode 145: Annual Conference 2023: Demystifying Science Policy May 04, 2023

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This episode of Microbe Talk was recorded at our Annual Conference in Birmingham. For the very first time this year, we had an session entirely dedicated to science policy. In this episode, Katie and Clare chat with Dr Isobel Stanton, an invited speaker, and delegates that attended the session about how they found it and what they learned.

A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.

Music: Blue Dot Sessions 'Dunder'

Episode 144: Invisible Friends Mar 31, 2023

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In our latest podcast, Clare and Microbiology Society member Jake Robinson discuss his new book Invisible Friends, the role of popular science books and how microbes can shape our lives and the world around us.

To order Jake’s Book visit pelagicpublishing.com/collections/co…42190054981803

You can also keep up to date with Jake’s work here: www.jakemrobinson.com and on Twitter @_jake_robinson

Music: 'That Science Ambient' by ComaStudio on pixabay

A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.

Episode 143: Lab coats - the discrimination we don't see Mar 10, 2023

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Have you ever thought that your lab coat isn’t made for you? Has it affected how comfortable you feel in a lab?
On this episode of Microbe Talk Clare speaks to Derek Miller, founder of Genius Lab Gear, about all things lab coats, from impostor syndrome to safety issues. And how he is hoping to produce a lab coat that is designed with the diversity of scientists in mind.
Music: pixabay Chill Abstract (Intention) Coma-Media

Episode 142: The bacteriophage: is the enemy of our enemy a friend? Feb 28, 2023

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In this episode of Microbe Talk, Policy and Engagement Officer Katie talks to Professor Martha Clokie about bacteriophages, how they can be used to treat infection and potentially even combat antimicrobial resistance.

You can read our full response to the government inquiry on the antimicrobial potential of bacteriophages, here.

A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.
Music: Blue Dot Sessions 'Blue Latex'

Episode 141: Could a new vaccine save the Tasmanian devil from a contagious cancer? Jan 17, 2023

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Every year, thousands of Tasmanian devils die from contagious facial tumours. On this episode of Microbe Talk, Charlotte speaks to Dr Andy Flies from the Menzies Institute at the University of Tasmania, Australia, about a potential new vaccine approach that could save these endangered animals.
You can view the video mentioned in the episode on our Instagram @MicrobioSoc and you can read Andy and his team’s publication in the Journal of General Virology at http://bit.ly/3ITxAok
Tasmanian Devil Recordings: Wild Immunity
Music: Eggs and Powder by Blue Dot Sessions.

Episode 140: The microbiology of your Christmas dinner Dec 19, 2022

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In this festive episode of Microbe Talk, Charlotte speaks to Dr Lorna Lancaster about the harmful and helpful microbes involved in making Christmas food.
A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.
microbiologysociety.org/blog/podcast-…s-dinner.html

Music: Free Music Archive 'Adeline Yeo (HP) - Tis The Season To Be Jolly'

Episode 139: Disability History Month Nov 30, 2022

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In this special episode of Microbe Talk for Disability History Month, Charlie talks to Kirsty Jones about her experience of accessibility in labs.
A full transcript of this episode is available on the Microbiology Society website.
https://microbiologysociety.org/blog/podcast-disability-history-month.html
Music: Blue Dot Sessions 'The Corner Office'

Episode 138: Inside the creeping threat of fungal infections Nov 23, 2022

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Some fungal infections, like athletes' foot or thrush, are relatively common and are usually not serious. But in those with underlying conditions or compromised immune systems, fungal infections can be deadly.

In recent weeks, the World Health Organisation has warned of the serious threat that fungi pose to humans with a new report and list of priority fungal pathogens. In this episode of Microbe Talk, Charlotte takes a look inside the creeping threat of fungal infections with guests Prof Kevin Kavanagh and Prof Neil Gow.

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