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Aging processes in humans and animals - Hannah Dugdale - In Science #47 - RUG

In de Wetenschap

In this episode, our guest is Hannah Dugdale. She is a Professor of Evolutionary Medicine. Wim and Tina interview her about her research on aging processes in humans and animals. They discuss the role of genetics, social factors, the environment, and family history and how it affects aging. Hannah won the NWO Athena award in 2024. She is a role model for future scientists and a strong advocate for equal opportunities. They also discuss what winning this award means to her. Guest: Hosts: and

The impact of Large Language Models and ChatGPT - Malvina Nissim - In Science #46 - RUG

In de Wetenschap

Our guest this episode is Malvina Nissim, Professor of Computational Linguistics and Society. Tina and Wim interview her on the rise of Large Language Models and the use of ChatGPT. They discuss the possibilities and limitations of LLMs, bias in models, and the impact of these technologies on education and society. Guest: Hosts: and

The Trump Carnival & transgression in politics - Lisa Gaufman - In Science #45 - RUG Podcast

In de Wetenschap

Lisa Gaufman is our first guest this new season. She’s an Assistant Professor at the Research Centre for the Study of Democratic Cultures and Politics. This year, she and Bharath Ganesh published The Trump Carnival, where they draw a comparison between Trump and medieval carnival. Wim and Tina interview her about the book, the upcoming elections and her research. Guest: Lisa Gaufman Hosts: Wim Brons and Tina Kretschmer

Urban planning in a changing world - Ward Rauws - In Science #44 - RUG Podcast

In de Wetenschap

Our guest this episode is Ward Rauws, associate professor of Spatial Planning. Wim and Tina interview him about his research on the development and planning of cities and how you can be adaptive in urban planning to cope with challenges like climate change, a housing crisis and the energy transition. Guest: Hosts: Wim Brons and Tina Kretschmer Email:

Feeding the world with agroecology - Pablo Tittonell - In Science #43 - RUG Podcast

In de Wetenschap

This episode, we’re joined by Pablo Tittonell, professor of Agroecology and Sustainable Landscapes. We discuss the consequences of decades of industrial agriculture, the use of GMO’s and how a change to agroecology can help us to feed the world in a better, sustainable way. Guest: Hosts: Wim Brons and

Creating sustainable plastics - Katja Loos - In Science #42 - RUG Podcast

In de Wetenschap

This episode, we visit professor Katja Loos in her brand new office in the new Feringa Building. Tina and Wim interview her on making plastics more sustainable, the Perspectief grant she was awarded, the collaboration with NHL Stenden in the HyBRit research group and the biggest challenges in her research. Guest: Hosts: Wim Brons and

Interview with the new rector Jacquelien Scherpen - In Science #41 - RUG Podcast

In de Wetenschap

We’re back after a long break with a special episode: our guest is prof. dr. ir. Jacquelien Scherpen, the new rector of the University of Groningen. Wim and Tina interview her on her first impressions as a rector, her background as a researcher, the challenges the university faces and current topics like internationalisation and student well-being. Guest: Jacquelien Scherpen Hosts: Wim Brons and

Sugars, Seagrass & Extremism - Marthe Walvoort, Laura Govers and Léonie de Jonge - In Science #40 - RUG Podcast

In de Wetenschap

This episode is full of updates! Associate Professor Marthe Walvoort returns to the podcast to update us on her research on sugars and the Sticky Sugars project she received an ERC grant for (8:40). Léonie de Jonge, Assistant Professor in European Politics and Society, is back to tell us more about her research on Extremism and Right-wing Populism (26:05). Lastly, Assistant Professor Laura Govers returns to update us on her Seagrass Restoration project (55:02). Guests: , and Hosts: and

Influence of streaming platforms on musicians, the industry and culture - Robert Prey - In Science #39 - RUG Podcast

In de Wetenschap

Our guest this episode is dr. Robert Prey, Assistant Professor of Media Studies. Last month, he was awarded an ERC Starting Grant. Wim and Tina interview him on what the ERC grant means for him and the research it will allow him to conduct on the influence of streaming and social media platforms on musicians, the music industry specifically and our culture in general. Guest: Robert Prey Hosts: and Contact us at

Role of knowledge in our society - Lisa Herzog - In Science #38 - RUG Podcast

In de Wetenschap

Our guest this episode is Professor of Political Philosophy Lisa Herzog. Wim and Tina interview her on the role of knowledge in society. They discuss how markets, expert communities and democratic processes influence knowledge in our complex societies. We also discuss the work she does for the Young Academy Groningen, Global Young Academy and De Jonge Akademie, including the new Language Buddies project. Guest: Lisa Herzog Hosts: and Contact us at

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