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Curing Human Diseases: Targeting the Lysosome Feb 11, 2015

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Leading scientists discuss the latest breakthroughs in lysosome biology and what they mean for treating Batten disease, and more common conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases and cancer. This podcast is generously supported by the Beyond Batten Disease Foundation and brings you excerpted coverage from a recent event organized by the Academy in partnership with the Beyond Batten Disease Foundation. Visit Beyond Batten Disease Foundation's website for more information.

Food as Medicine: Nutrition and Global Health Oct 30, 2014

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In the second of a two-part series, experts look at the links between health and nutrition. They examine everything from how nutrition impacts hospital stays, to cancer and aging, to developing food science innovations, and improving diet. In this second podcast, experts from The Sackler Institute of Nutrition Science discuss how proper nutrition is a crucial piece of global health, highlighting the key role of scientific discovery in optimizing health. This podcast includes interviews with experts from Pfizer, Nestl , Abbott Nutrition Health Institute, Ajinomoto, DuPont, DSM, and the Vitality Institute.

Micronutrients: Supplementation, Fortification, and Beyond Oct 23, 2014

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In this first of a two-part series, experts from various sectors explore the available options to reduce "hidden hunger" micronutrient deficiencies in a population. In this podcast series, the many partners of The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science offer perspective on their work to better understand human nutrition, and to find new and better ways of feeding the world. For this episode, experts from DSM, DuPont, Pepsico, Nestl , Pfizer, the Food Fortification Initiative, the Mathile Institute, and Ajinomoto discuss the many ways people are solving the problem of supplying people everywhere with adequate vitamins and minerals.

Clean Energy Inspired by Nature: Artificial Leaves Aug 17, 2014

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A young chemist discusses his goal of producing usable clean energy by artificially mimicking the process of photosynthesis. As a Ph.D. student at SUNY Stonybrook, Huafeng Huang (aka Wolf) is using chemistry to create an artificial leaf. His goal is to chemically imitate and adapt the process of photosynthesis to create clean energy. Science and the City thanks the Brotherton Foundation for its generous support of this podcast.

Making Connections with Conservation Biology Aug 15, 2014

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Three budding biologists and their teacher discuss the vital work of conservation biology and how students are making important contributions to the field. Biologist Oscar Pineda and students Ines Muravin, Maya Drzewicki, and Arden Feil discuss their research and conservation work with the American Museum of Natural History's Science Research Mentoring Program. Dr. Pineda explains how students can get involved in professional field work to contribute to our understanding of local environmental issues. The three inspiring students share fascinating insights into the complicated connectivity between species and the importance of conservation. Science and the City thanks the Brotherton Foundation for its generous support of this podcast.

Fighting Food Waste with Creativity Aug 13, 2014

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Designer Josh Treuhaft discusses the issue of food waste and his creative approach to combating the problem. A whopping 40% of the food produced in the United States goes uneaten, which means we're literally throwing out the equivalent of $165 billion per year. This waste becomes an environmental problem as it decomposes and emits methane. To raise awareness about this issue and teach people how to individually make a difference, designer Josh Treuhaft started the Salvage Supperclub. Bringing ideas together from a range of disciplines, the Salvage Supperclub serves scrumptious, multi-course meals made from food that would otherwise be discarded all in a beautifully converted dumpster. Science and the City thanks the Brotherton Foundation for its generous support of this podcast.

Bronx River Alliance: Restoring Nature in the City Aug 02, 2014

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By inviting the public to enjoy the Bronx River, the Bronx River Alliance is creating sustainability enthusiasts and improving the local ecosystem for both humans and wildlife.

The Synapse Project: Inspiring the Future of Neuroscience Jul 15, 2014

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High school student Grace Greenwald connects her peers with world class neuroscientists and mentorship. At the age of 15, Grace came up against a lack of resources to help high school students explore the field of neuroscience. Undaunted, she designed her own neuroscience curriculum and founded The Synapse Project, a virtual learning platform that connects professionals in brain research to high school students, especially young women, offering the next generation of neuroscientists a head start through mentorship, classes, and lab experience.

Alzheimer's Disease: Prospects for a Cure Jun 30, 2014

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A diverse panel of leading experts discusses innovative efforts to develop an effective treatment for Alzheimer's Disease. The search for a treatment for Alzheimer's Disease becomes increasingly urgent as global populations grow and age. In the United States alone, 16 million people are projected to suffer from AD by 2050. In this podcast, leading experts from different sections of the R D pipeline discuss cutting-edge approaches to developing a cure. This podcast is generously supported by the Dana Foundation and brings you excerpted coverage from a recent event organized by the Academy in partnership with the Society for Neuroscience, the Dana Foundation, the NYC Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, and the organizers of NYC Brain Awareness Week. Visit the Academy's Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Initiative for more info.

Nutrition and Early Childhood Development Jun 27, 2014

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Experts discuss the merits of integrating nutrition and early childhood development interventions to nurture the physical and psychological health of underprivileged children. Almost a quarter of children under the age of five do not reach their full developmental potential as a result of chronic undernutrition, a lack of developmental and educational opportunities, and high social and environmental risks. Children everywhere need access to healthy food to develop their bodies and stimulating activities to develop their minds. Traditionally, these needs have been addressed separately, but would they both be more effective if combined into a single effort? Experts from around the world gather at the headquarters of UNICEF to discuss. Read more in this eBriefing. This podcast is brought to you by the Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science.

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