People & Science Live

Research doesn’t stop in the lab. Karger Publishers' People & Science show explores inspirational personal stories that are creating a better future for all and offers thought provoking insights into how science impacts people’s lives. Listen to conversations with thought leaders in scientific research, publishing, healthcare, and beyond to learn firsthand what sparked their passion, and how their research or projects make a difference in the world.

Episode 10: Innovative Financial Strategies for a Resilient Healthcare System 06/02/2025

Episode 10: Innovative Financial Strategies for a Resilient Healthcare System Explore how innovative financial strategies can create a more resilient and cost-effective global healthcare system. We delve into the challenges of financing healthcare through traditional private and public sector methods, and examine the potential benefits and challenges of implementing new financial mechanisms to support global health and secure a better future for our healthcare system. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36814370

Episode 9: Rewire Your Routine- Building Better Habits for You and the Planet 05/06/2025

Episode 9: Rewire Your Routine- Building Better Habits for You and the Planet Delve into the science of habits and their profound impact on our daily lives with Prof. Benjamin Gardner and host Francesca Brazzorotto. Explore how habitual behaviors are formed and disrupted, and how these processes can be harnessed to promote healthier lifestyles and sustainable practices. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451920

Episode 8: Empowered Aging- Advancing Women’s Cognitive Health 05/06/2025

Episode 8: Empowered Aging- Advancing Women’s Cognitive Health Delve into the science of aging through the lens of sex, gender, and intersectionality with Dr. Sivaniya Subramaniapillai and host Francesca Brazzorotto. Explore how hormones, lifestyle, and broader identity dimensions shape women’s brain health and influence Alzheimer’s disease risk. Don’t miss this chance to learn how our growing knowledge of sex and gender factors is paving the way for healthier, more empowered aging for all. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451895

Episode 7: Digitizing Healthcare- Bridging the Gaps in Patient Care with AI & Telemed 05/06/2025

Episode 7: Digitizing Healthcare- Bridging the Gaps in Patient Care with AI & Telemed Are you ready to explore the coming revolution in medicine? From simple steps in telemedicine to cutting-edge machine learning tools, discover with Will Mountford and PD Dr. Dorothea Kaufmann how these technologies are bridging gaps in the healthcare system, improving accessibility, and enhancing the quality of patient care. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451850

Episode 6: Dr. Jules Hoffmann on the Innate Power of Immunity in Life and Research 05/06/2025

Episode 6: Dr. Jules Hoffmann on the Innate Power of Immunity in Life and Research Join us for an a special video interview with Nobel Prize winner Dr. Jules Hoffmann, the man behind groundbreaking discoveries in innate immunity. As a long-time board member of Karger’s "Journal of Innate Immunity", Hoffmann discusses the evolution of the discipline, both in scientific publishing and in the lab. We delve into how immunology has transformed over the years, from Dr. Hoffmann’s pioneering work to its current relevance post-pandemic and examine its representation in popular culture. Discover the science behind immunity and the man behind the Nobel Prize, in a conversation for researchers, clinicians, and anyone fascinated by this critical field. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451980

Episode 5: From Lab to Life- Accelerating Biotech Through Open Science and Science Communication 05/06/2025

Episode 5: From Lab to Life- Accelerating Biotech Through Open Science and Science Communication Unlock the future of biotech with Dr. John Cumbers, founder of SynBioBeta, and host Francesca Brazzorotto. Join us in this episode as we explore how synthetic biology is revolutionizing medicine, food, and sustainability. Learn about Open Science and science communication's role in accelerating innovation, and the ethical challenges we face. From lab breakthroughs to real-world impact, discover how biotech is shaping our world, whether you are a scientist, entrepreneur, policymaker, student, or anyone curious about the future of biology and its impact on society. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451775

Episode 4: Harnessing Social Media for Breast Cancer Awareness 05/06/2025

Episode 4: Harnessing Social Media for Breast Cancer Awareness In this episode, tune in to the conversation with Dr. Liz O'Riordan, a former breast surgeon, breast cancer survivor, and patient advocate, and host Francesca Brazzorotto. Find out how Dr. O’Riordan transformed her life as a healthcare practitioner after being diagnosed with breast cancer, and rediscovered her purpose after leaving her cherished career. Discover the role and importance of social media, open science and publishing, in raising awareness and the dissemination of accurate, inclusive breast cancer education. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451760

Episode 3: Digitization and AI- The New Frontier in Biomedicine 05/06/2025

Episode 3: Digitization and AI- The New Frontier in Biomedicine In this episode, the conversation with Dr. Alain Labrique, Director of Digital Health and Innovation at the WHO, and host Will Mountford, focused on the rapid progress of digitization and artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare and impacting scientific publishing, scientists, healthcare professionals, and patients globally. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451745

Episode 2: Patient Engagement in Health Science Publishing 05/06/2025

Episode 2: Patient Engagement in Health Science Publishing The second episode of People & Science Live is a conversation with patient advocate Nicky Greenhalgh and host Francesca Brazzorotto about the role of patients in health science publishing and how patient engagement is transforming this space. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451715

Episode 1: Research Integrity and Scientific Publishing 05/06/2025

Episode 1: Research Integrity and Scientific Publishing In today's age of rapidly advancing technologies and practices, trust in scientific information and ethics is more important than ever before in academic science and publishing. Listen to the People and Science Live session with Dr. Nicholas Dirks, President of the New York Academy of Sciences, and host Francesca Brazzorotto, as they explore the dark side of research and publishing. /episode/index/show/e84d9088-f898-4495-8513-158913334d32/id/36451705

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