Episode 145: Annual Conference 2023: Demystifying Science Policy
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 ...
4 Maj 202310min
Episode 144: Invisible Friends
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 ...
31 Mars 202319min
Episode 143: Lab coats - the discrimination we don't see
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,...
10 Mars 202315min
Episode 142: The bacteriophage: is the enemy of our enemy a friend?
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 antimicr...
28 Feb 202310min
Episode 141: Could a new vaccine save the Tasmanian devil from a contagious cancer?
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 Tasmani...
17 Jan 202324min
Episode 140: The microbiology of your Christmas dinner
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 ...
19 Dec 202213min
Episode 139: Disability History Month
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 ...
30 Nov 202214min
Episode 138: Inside the creeping threat of fungal infections
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 b...
23 Nov 202223min
