Genetically Speaking

The conversation between Eli Roberson, PhD and Daphne Martschenko, PhD continues – discussing the harmful narratives and myths in science and Dr. Martschenko’s work to dispel these myths. She emphasizes the need to challenge long-standing harmful narratives about DNA and genetics. The conversation also explores the intersection of genetics, ethics, and societal impacts, acknowl

In this episode, host Eli Roberson, PhD, interviews Daphne Martschenko, PhD, an assistant professor at the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics. Dr. Martschenko discusses her unconventional career path, leading to her current focus on the social and ethical implications of human genetic and genomic research. The conversation touches on the intersection of genetics and education, p

In this episode, host Eli Roberson, PhD, has a conversation with Wylie Burke, MD, PhD, a professor at the Department of Bioethics and Humanities at the University of Washington. Dr. Burke, with a background in genetics and medicine, shares insights into her career journey, emphasizing the intersection of genetics, medicine, and bioethics. The episode explores her interests in the e

In the second half of the episode, Eli Roberson, PhD and Barbara Harrison, MS, CGC discuss the historical disparities in healthcare access for underrepresented minority communities, particularly in the context of precision health and genetic counseling. Harrison emphasizes the need for genetic counselors to be sensitive to cultural backgrounds and the need for building trust with c

In this episode, host Eli Roberson, PhD interviews Barbara Harrison, MS, CGC, a genetic counselor working at Howard University in Washington, D.C. The conversation delves into her education as well as the influences that lead to her career in genetic counseling. The episode also explores diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in genetics and genomics with Genetic Counselor Harrison

In this episode, host Eli Roberson, PhD interviews Farren Briggs, PhD, ScM, an associate professor at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Briggs shares insights into his career journey, discussing his upbringing in Belize, his initial interest in science, and the evolution of his academic path from basic science research to epidemiology. Their conversation delves

In the second part of the interview, Luciani Carvalho, MD, PhD discusses challenges related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine. She emphasizes the importance of role models in overcoming obstacles, particularly for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. Dr. Carvalho shares her experiences navigating these issues at the hospital and university, as well as her ro

This is part one of the interview with Luciani Carvalho, MD, PhD, an associated professor at the University of São Paulo. Dr. Carvalho shares her journey into science and medicine, focusing on her work with patients suffering from growth hormone deficiency. You’ll hear how her experiences shaped her professional life, including challenges she faced during her studies and how tho

In this episode, host Eli Roberson, PhD interviews Claudia Gonzaga-Jauregui, PhD, an assistant professor at the International Laboratory for Human Genome Research of UNAM, Mexico. Claudia shares insights into her career journey, the pivotal moments that shaped her interest in genomics, and her dedication to promoting genomic equity. The conversation delves into Claudia's experience

Episode Three of "Voices in Genomics," Season Three of Genetically Speaking. In this episode, host Eli Roberson, PhD interviews Katrina Claw, PhD, an assistant professor at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Dr. Claw shares her career, focused on research in genomics and pharmacogenomics, with an emphasis on underrepresented populations. She also delves into her co