Tiny Expeditions - A Podcast about Genetics, DNA and Inheritance

Join us for this tiny expedition into the world of genetics in pop culture. This episode broadly examines how science is represented in movies, TV shows, and more, setting the stage for the rest of the season. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Real versus Reel: The portrayal of science in pop culture.” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter a

Genetics and biotechnology are everywhere in pop culture these days. But have you ever wondered if the science behind those movies and TV shows is realistic? We’ll be joined by expert guests who will help us separate science facts from Hollywood elaboration. We’ll explore the ethics of gene editing, see if CSI's forensics hold up under a microscope, explore the realities and li

Join us for this tiny expedition as we learn about a unique peanut breeding program that gives back to a local community in big ways. You’ll hear from several individuals involved in the program, including teachers and researchers. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Peanuts for the future: how students are collaborating to improve the legume we lo

Join us for this tiny expedition as we explore the world of precision healthcare. You’ll hear how scientists work to understand the genetic basis of cancer and how one company is helping make genetic testing and information more accessible for all. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Navigating cancer: precise science, precise care.” Thanks for l

Genetics doesn’t have to be complicated. Tiny Expeditions is a science podcast that explores how DNA plays a role in our everyday lives, from the food we eat to the medicine we take.Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.

Crossover episode! Join us and our friends and Genome Insider for this tiny expedition into the world of rubber. You’ll hear from scientists and innovators working to create better, more sustainable sources of natural rubber. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Growing a Shrubbier Version of Rubber.”Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @

Join us for this tiny expedition as we learn how science is preparing us for future novel pandemics. You’ll hear from scientists and innovators working to ensure we can more rapidly detect, diagnose, and treat pathogenic outbreaks. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “The future of pandemic preparedness: Insights from biotech experts.” Thanks for

Join us for this tiny expedition as we journey to northern peat bogs and learn their importance in our fight against climate change. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Moss to the rescue: peat bogs and the fight against climate change”Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, sub

Join us for this tiny expedition as we dive into some ethical considerations surrounding using DNA technology and genetic genealogy in forensic science. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Forensic DNA technology: Justice at what cost?”Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, sub

Join us for this tiny expedition into forensic science and learn how forensics experts and law enforcement use various DNA technologies to help solve crimes. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “The science of crime: forensics and DNA technology.”Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus mat