Lab Rat Chat

Feb 15 2024 62 ep. 32 mins 18
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A podcast dedicated to providing an accurate and alternate narrative to the public regarding the necessity of humane and ethical animal research. Lab Rat Chat was made possible through the Michael D. Hayre Fellowship in Public Outreach, which is sponsored by the biomedical research advocacy group Americans for Medical Progress.

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News Bite - February 2024

Feb 15 2024 40 mins  
Send us a textHold onto your lab coats as we delve into the astonishing medic skills of the Matabelle ants and their natural antibiotics, a discovery with implications that could ripple through human healthcare. We'll chuckle together at AI's attempts at artistic genius and its more practical uses in the operating room, and then ponder the ethical maze surrounding a pioneering pig

News Bite - November 2023

Nov 16 2023 32 mins  
Send us a textEver felt curious about the behind-the-scenes of animal research and the fascinating technologies being leveraged? Well, strap in as we embark on an enlightening journey, unveiling the intriguing world of animal research and its advancements through the lens of CRISPR-Cas9. We're discussing how a team at the University of Basel is revolutionizing gene-editing to minim

News Bite - October 2023

Oct 15 2023 35 mins  
Send us a textNews Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:Ever wondered if taurine could be the secret to longevity and health span? We got curious and decided to investigate. With insights from animal studies, we expl

34. Trailblazing Approaches to Sarcoma Treatment

Aug 15 2023 35 mins  
Send us a textLab Rat Chat - Episode 34 with Dr. Ben WylieGet ready to embark on a fascinating scientific journey with our esteemed guest, Dr. Ben Wylie. We know you're curious about his career journey, his cutting-edge work in sarcoma research, and his innovative approach towards cancer treatment. So, we promise you an enlightening conversation that is sure to feed your curiosity

News Bite - June 2023

Jun 26 2023 37 mins  
Send us a textNews Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:New birth control injection for female catsMaking experiments more natural to better understand the brainWound healing ink and 3D-printed applicator pensPotenti

33. Unlocking Mental Health: The Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelics

Jun 19 2023 32 mins  
Send us a textLab Rat Chat - Episode 33 with Dr. Alejando Torrado-PachecoWhat if psychedelics could hold the key to improving mental health? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Alejandro Torrado-Pacheco, a postdoc from Oregon Health Sciences University, as we journey through the world of psychedelics and their potential therapeutic applications. Alejandro shares his uniq

News Bite - May 2023

May 04 2023 36 mins  
Send us a textNews Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:The rapid evolution of the dogs of ChernobylA mouse study that correlates nose picking with Alzheimer'sHow hibernating bears, pigs in small enclosures, and immo

News Bite - March/April 2023

Apr 04 2023 38 mins  
Send us a textNews Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:March is National Kidney Month!How NAD+ and NMN can slow, stop, and even reverse kidney diseaseScientists have been able to create mice from the cells of two ma

32. Animal Research Down Under

Mar 28 2023 44 mins  
Send us a textLab Rat Chat - Episode 32 with Dr. Jodi SalinskyIn this episode of Lab Rat Chat, Jeff and Danielle chat with Jodi Salinksy, DVM, Animal Welfare Officer for the University of Auckland, New Zealand. We're thrilled to finally talk with someone from New Zealand to be able to compare and contrast some of the similarities and differences regarding animal research in that pa

News Bite - February 2023

Feb 09 2023 31 mins  
Send us a textNews Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:Monogamous prairie voles - Happy Valentine's day!How freezing hibernating frogs might one day save humanityA discussion about the FDA Modernization ActFebruary