ISGP's "The Forum": Recent Episodes
Institute on Science for Global Policy (ISGP)
“The Forum,” where science comes to socialize, is a biweekly audio podcast produced by a team of female scientists who specialize in contextualizing S&T advances for sci-curious novices and experts alike. The show is hosted by the Institute on Science for Global Policy (ISGP).
Interested in infectious disease, food security, climate change, or synthetic biology? Curious about how scientific advancements, such as GMOs or medical interventions, are regulated? Wonder how science might help us solve society’s most pressing challenges, and how it might come up short? With new episodes released every-other Monday, you’ll always be in-the-know about today’s science without having to break out your old high school textbooks.
(Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views of conference participants (Episodes 1-74) or featured guests (Episodes 75+). Furthermore, a member of the co-host team is currently employed by the U.S. Department of State, but the views expressed in these episodes are not necessarily those of the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit www.ISGPforum.org.)
HOT TOPIC: Sugar substitutes. Sugar substitutes are popular for many reasons, but rumors about their impacts on health are rampant. Do sweeteners improve dental health and reduce diabetes risk? Do they cause cancer? Or are they just a neutral component of your favorite diet soda? Featuring: Erik Millstone, University of Sussex
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. Furthermore, a member of the co-host team is currently employed by the U.S. Department of State, but the views expressed in this episode are not necessarily those of the U.S. Government. For more information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org.
HOT TOPIC: Pre- and probiotics. What are prebiotics and probiotics, and how do they interact with the gut microbiome? Plus, you might be surprised to learn how probiotic supplements are regulated. Featuring: Mindy Haar, New York Institute of Technology
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. Furthermore, a member of the co-host team is currently employed by the U.S. Department of State, but the views expressed in this episode are not necessarily those of the U.S. Government. For more information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org.
HOT TOPIC: Space exploration. Discover some of the greatest remaining challenges associated with space exploration, as well as the technologies being developed to overcome them. Plus, can international agreements ensure that off-planet exporation occurs responsibly? Featuring: Lynn Rothschild, NASA
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. Furthermore, a member of the co-host team is currently employed by the U.S. Department of State, but the views expressed in this episode are not necessarily those of the U.S. Government. For more information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org.
HOT TOPIC: Sustainable Development Goals. The Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, are a set of targets for the world to meet by the year 2030. Learn how science and technology can help us accomplish them. Featuring: Darin Detwiler, Northeastern University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. Furthermore, a member of the co-host team is currently employed by the U.S. Department of State, but the views expressed in this episode are not necessarily those of the U.S. Government. For more information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org.
HOT TOPIC: Plastic pollution. Plastic pollution in waterways harms marine life and could even affect human health. Learn how a combination of individual and collective actions can help make a dent in this growing global challenge. Featuring: Kera Abraham Panni, Monterey Bay Aquarium
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. Furthermore, a member of the co-host team is currently employed by the U.S. Department of State, but the views expressed in this episode are not necessarily those of the U.S. Government. For more information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org.
HOT TOPIC: 3D printing. 3D printing is a technology that could transform the manufacturing industry, making supply chains more environmentally and economically sound. Learn how 3D printing works, the societal opportunities and challenges it provides, and how policy makers could play a role in guiding its use. Featuring: Joe DeSimone, Carbon
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. Furthermore, a member of the co-host team is currently employed by the U.S. Department of State, but the views expressed in this episode are not necessarily those of the U.S. Government. For more information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org.
HOT TOPIC: Academic scientists. Learn about the roles and responsibilities of academic scientists all over the world! Would it surprise you to discover that only a fraction of their time is spent at a laboratory bench? Featuring: Li Li, Harvard Medical School
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
PAPER TOPIC: Double burden (within “nutrition”). The term "double burden" refers to populations that are both overweight and undernourished, a phenomenon that is increasing in frequency and often associated with poverty. The co-hosts outline food policies that could help address the double burden, such as calorie-labeling on menus and subsidizing healthy foods in the marketplace. Featuring: A Position Paper by Mindy Kurzer (University of Minnesota)
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum. This episode has been re-released in celebration of The Forum’s four-year anniversary.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow a unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants then reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
PAPER TOPIC: Vaccines (within “infectious disease”). In recent years, the Western world has witnessed an "anti-vaccine movement," despite the efficacy of vaccines in preventing disease transmission. What caused this phenomenon, and what can be done to stop it? Featuring: A Position Paper by David Markovitz (University of Michigan)
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum. This episode has been re-released in celebration of The Forum’s four-year anniversary.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow a unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants then reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
PAPER TOPIC: Colorado River Basin (within “climate change”). The Colorado River Basin region has made efforts in water management that could be applicable to other parts of the world facing a water-insecure future. Featuring: A Position Paper by Sharon Megdal (University of Arizona)
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum. This episode has been re-released in celebration of The Forum’s four-year anniversary.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow a unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants then reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
PAPER TOPIC: Xenobiology (within “synthetic biology”). Xenobiology involves making new organisms with an altered genetic code, by using XNA instead of DNA, for instance. Could this be the tool we've been looking for to help us safely use synthetic biology in the real world? Featuring: A Position Paper by Markus Schmidt (Biofaction KG)
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum. This episode has been re-released in celebration of The Forum’s four-year anniversary.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow a unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants then reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
PAPER TOPIC: Coastal adaptation (within “sea level rise and severe storms”). New Jersey is home to one of the many coastlines already feeling the impact of climate change in the form of storm surge and coastal flooding. For how long can we simply rebuild following severe storms? Featuring: A Position Paper by Tom Knutson (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum. This episode has been re-released in celebration of The Forum’s four-year anniversary.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow a unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants then reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
PAPER TOPIC: Science storytelling (within “science communication”). Is storytelling the best way to translate scientific information to nonscientific audiences? Featuring: A Position Paper by Liz Neeley (Story Collider)
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum. This episode has been re-released in celebration of The Forum’s four-year anniversary.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow a unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants then reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
PAPER TOPIC: Genetically modified organisms (GMOs; within “food safety”). GMOs - Are they the solution to widespread food insecurity in the face of rapid population growth? Featuring: A Position Paper by Jennifer Thomson (University of Cape Town)
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum. This episode has been re-released in celebration of The Forum’s four-year anniversary.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow a unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants then reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
PAPER TOPIC: Antimicrobial resistance (within “public health”). Why is antibiotic resistance occurring so quickly, and is there anything we can do to stop it? Featuring: A Position Paper by Eili Klein (Johns Hopkins University)
Socialize with science on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram using @ISGPforum. This episode has been re-released in celebration of The Forum’s four-year anniversary.
Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow a unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants then reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Diet trends. Diets like keto, paleo, alkaline, intermittent fasting, and carb cycling are all the rage, but how much do you know about the effects they have on human and environmental health? Featuring: Gary Frost, Imperial College London; Debbie Fetter, University of California Davis; Mirthe Eckl, Mirthe Functional Medicine
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Rainforests. Rainforests are intertwined with everyone's lives, whether via the materials they produce or their role in regulating climate. Learn what constitutes a healthy rainforest, the challenges they face, and how fires fit into the picture. Featuring: Daniel Nepstad, Earth Innovation Institute; Angelica Almeyda Zambrano, University of Florida; Robin Chazdon, University of the Sunshine Coast
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Screen time. The ubiquity of screens has caused an increase in discretionary sedentary behavior, which has negative health impacts. But screens have benefits, too. How can we maximize the benefits of screen time while minimizing the drawbacks, and how does physical activity fit into the picture? Featuring: Bill Kohl, UTHealth School of Public Health
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Coral reef conservation. Learn about the laundry list of challenges currently facing corals and coral reefs, as well as why (and how) we might want to conserve and protect them. Featuring: John McManus, University of Miami
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Invisible diseases. The co-hosts shine a spotlight on the "invisible diseases" anxiety and depression by discussing neurological, psychoanalytical, and cognitive approaches to understanding how they manifest. Plus, learn how access challenges are hindering treatment of these common afflictions. Featuring: Ted Bradshaw, University of Nottingham
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Chronic wasting disease. Chronic wasting disease, or CWD, is a prion disease spreading to deer, elk, and moose populations across the globe. Are we dealing with the next mad cow disease? In other words, can CWD be transmitted to humans? Featuring: Ryan Maddox, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Artificial intelligence. Whether you realize it or not, you interact with artificial intelligence (AI) each and every day. How does it work, what's next for this technology, and can it be regulated? Learn all that and more in the 100th episode of ISGP's "The Forum"! Featuring: Michael Littman, Brown University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: E-cigarettes. Are e-cigarettes safe? Are they less harmful than traditional cigarettes? And do they help people quit smoking, or do they encourage non-smokers to start? Featuring: Linda Bauld, University of Edinburgh, and Elisa Trucco, Florida International University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Cottage foods. Cottage foods are small-scale food products prepared for distribution at farmers markets, bake sales, and similar venues. How do states regulate their safety without stifling small businesses? Featuring: Erica Smith, Institute for Justice, and Doug Farquhar, National Conference of State Legislatures
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: At-home genetic testing. At-home genetic testing is a fun way to learn about ancestry, uncover disease predispositions, and find long-lost relatives. But the popularity of these tests has introduced many medical and ethical concerns that warrant discussion. Featuring: Payal Shah, Penn Medicine, and Kelly Sorensen, Ursinus College
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Science skepticism. When is science skepticism a good thing? At what point does it become detrimental? Plus, learn how the Silencing Science Tracker is raising public awareness about misrepresentation of science. Featuring: Daniele Fanelli, London School of Economics, and Romany Webb, Sabin Center for Climate Change Law
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Ocean acidification. What's causing ocean acidification, and how does it affect you even if you don't live near a coastline? Plus, learn how we can mitigate the effects of ocean acidification before they become irreversible. Featuring: Sarah Cooley, Ocean Conservancy, and Lisa Suatoni, Natural Resources Defense Council
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Oil spills. What constitutes an oil spill, what effects can spills have, and how do responders clean them up? Learn the basics of oil spill response and why remediation challenges must be overcome on a case-by-case basis. Featuring: Robyn Conmy, Jon Gulch, and Jeff Kimble, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Anaerobic digestion and biogas. Anaerobic digestion describes the process of using microorganisms to break down food and animal waste, generating biogas as a result. Learn how biogas can be used as a renewable source of heat and energy, as well as hurdles hindering broad implementation. Featuring: Salman Tariq, Davaam
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Wind energy. Wind energy is a form of clean power that's been getting a lot of attention in the news. Learn how wind turbines work, whether they're really as noisy and bird-killing as people think, and how wind energy stacks up against solar power. Featuring: Kassandra McQuillen, Texas Tech University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Carbon dioxide utilization. Carbon dioxide utilization describes the process of transforming this greenhouse gas into marketable products, like chemicals or fuels. Can carbon dioxide utilization be a realistic, profitable solution to climate change? What challenges hinder this overly ideal option? Featuring: Andrew Bocarsly, Princeton University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Insect protein. Experts agree that relying on animal meat as our primary protein source in the future is unsustainable. Could the use of insect protein in human food and animal feed realistically decrease our dependence on meat? And could eating insects actually save insects from extinction? Featuring: Arnold Van Huis, Wageningen University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Nuclear energy and society. What does a nuclear meltdown actually entail, and how should environmental justice concerns influence decisions about nuclear power? Part two of our two-episode miniseries on nuclear energy examines risks related to climate change, waste disposal, and more in this socially charged conversation. Featuring: Steven Krahn, Vanderbilt University, and Randolph Haluza-DeLay, The King's University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Nuclear energy generation and waste. Nuclear power has been around for awhile and is one of the most technologically advanced forms of zero-carbon energy in our arsenal. In Part 1 of our two-episode miniseries on the subject, learn about nuclear energy generation and associated waste management. Featuring: Steven Krahn, Vanderbilt University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Carbon dioxide capture and storage. One possible solution to climate change is carbon dioxide capture and storage (CCS), whereby CO2 is collected and then sequestered underground. How does this process work, where is it already occurring, and how did the U.S. government recently encourage its expansion? Featuring: Steve Pacala, Princeton University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Food labelling and dietary patterns. A growing body of evidence following the implementation of Chile's Law on Food Labelling and Advertising suggests that dietary patterns are influenced by food packages and advertising. How did Chile pass a law that restricts food mascots, mandates labels for unhealthy ingredients, and eliminates child-targeted marketing? Why haven't other countries been successful with similar attempts? Featuring: Jaime Burrows, Ministry of Health of Chile
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Pollinators. Bees are quite possibly the most important pollinators on the planet, but their well-being is under siege. Learn what's happening to the bees, how this could affect our food system, and what governments and individuals are doing to help address the problem. Featuring: Mark Winston, Simon Fraser University
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Portrayal of scientists in pop culture. The public's impression of scientists (and science as a whole) is often shaped by characters depicted in TV or movies. How has the portrayal of scientists in the entertainment industry changed over time, and what can a show like The Big Bang Theory teach us about the strategic use of science in pop culture? Featuring: Ingrid Ockert, Science History Institute, and David Saltzberg, UCLA/The Big Bang Theory
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Seed banks. Regional, national, and international seed banks have an important role in preserving plant genetic material. Learn how proper operation of these facilities helps safeguard our agricultural future while preserving heritage and promoting health. Featuring: Lise Lykke Steffensen, NordGen
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Biodiversity. What is biodiversity, how is it measured, and why is it important? In this episode, learn about biodiversity management and how this practice interacts with agriculture, value systems, and policy. Featuring: Daniel Karp, University of California Davis, and Lizzie Callaway, University of Utah
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Lyme disease perception and prevention. People tend to have an inaccurate perception of their risk of contracting Lyme disease. In Part 2 of our two-episode miniseries on Lyme disease, learn how public health officials communicate disease risk and what prevention measures are used to reach different community groups. Featuring: Bryon Backenson, New York State Department of Health
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Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts within the "Hot Topics Series" (Episodes 75+) reflect the views expressed by featured guests. For information on The Forum, please visit www.ISGPforum.org, and to learn more about the ISGP, check out www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.
HOT TOPIC: Lyme disease ecology. Lyme disease is a common public health threat in many parts of the world. In Part 1 of our two-episode miniseries on Lyme disease, learn about the complex connection between disease risk, local ecology, and climate change. Featuring: Felicia Keesing, Bard College
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HOT TOPIC: Blockchain. We've all heard of blockchain technology, but what is it and how does it work? The co-hosts explain the details and discuss a variety of lesser-known blockchain applications beyond cryptocurrency. (Guest Co-Host) Featuring: Scott Stornetta, Co-Founder of Blockchain
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HOT TOPIC: Air pollution and health. Air pollution is harmful to human health, but just how much pollution is too much? Which pollutants cause which ailments, and how does an individual's genome influence their susceptibility? That's just what the Exposomics research project is trying to find out. Featuring: Paolo Vineis, Imperial College London
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HOT TOPIC: Scientists as activists, advocates, and politicians. Scientists are known for their research in the lab and field, but should they double as activists, advocates, or politicians? Do these roles compromise scientists' objectiveness, or does current science skepticism demand action? Featuring: Shaughnessy Naughton, 314 Action
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HOT TOPIC: Solar energy. The co-hosts outline the basics of solar energy, ranging from solar panel function to interactions between arrays and the larger power grid. How are scientists addressing challenges associated with energy storage, conversion efficiency, and cost efficacy? What can we expect from solar energy in the future? Featuring: Bill Hutzel, Purdue University
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HOT TOPIC: CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing. The co-hosts discuss the science behind CRISPR-Cas9, case study its potential applications in food and health care, and answer the big question...How soon can we expect gene editing to hit grocery store shelves and hospital wings? Featuring: Kevin Doxzen and Lea Witkowsky, Innovative Genomics Institute
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Native North American populations are suffering from unprecedented rates of long-term chronic disease and poor mental health, largely associated with lifestyle changes and a transition from land-based to processed foods. But it actually might not be too late to reverse this "nutritional transition." Equitable, Sustainable, and Healthy Food Environments (FSSD), Samson
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Overcoming food security challenges will involve addressing distribution, nutrition, environmental, and social concerns; it's not just about producing enough calories. How can new technologies, including robots and data analytics, be of assistance? Equitable, Sustainable, and Healthy Food Environments (FSSD), Fraser
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The term "double burden" refers to populations that are both overweight and undernourished, a phenomenon that is increasing in frequency and often associated with poverty. The co-hosts outline food policies that could help address the double burden, such as calorie-labeling on menus and subsidizing healthy foods in the marketplace. Equitable, Sustainable, and Healthy Food Environments (FSSD), Kurzer
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Although the thought may make you squeamish, a zero-tolerance policy toward food safety risk is nonscientific, impractical, and itself risky. The co-hosts discuss ways to quantify acceptable risk in the food system, avoid scaring consumers in the process, and begin incorporating the concept of chronic disease risk into the definition of "food safety." Food and the Environment, Stoeckel (FSSD)
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Investigations of foodborne illnesses have historically been retroactive, occurring only after consumers have fallen ill. An improvement to this strategy would employ private sector supply chain data to allow for real-time outbreak analysis. Mitigation, Kennedy (EPID), Guest Co-Host
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Sustainable agriculture and local farms are super trendy but lack prevalence in the global food system. The co-hosts discuss ways to increase the profitability of and demand for sustainable, local foods. Socioeconomic Contexts of Sustainable Agriculture (IAP/FSSD), Talmage
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Agricultural technologies focused on improving post-harvest practices could bolster the food supply if used appropriately based on region. The co-hosts discuss this and other factors contributing to global food system efficacy, such as food defense, small-scale farming, and young farmers. Technologies and Innovations, Raghavan (FSSD)
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How do we know that excess atmospheric carbon dioxide is the primary driver of climate change? The co-hosts counter the most common alternative arguments and discuss the motivation for instituting carbon taxes. Climate Impact on National Security, Alley (SG)
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The co-hosts of ISGP's "The Forum" discuss the application and governance of precision medicine at home and abroad, case-studying the United States' Precision Medicine Initiative (PMI). This podcast was recorded LIVE during Session 6 of NextGenMed: Precision Medicine, a virtual conference on disease predisposition, diagnostics, and treatment hosted by ISGP's "The Forum," Penn Center for Precision Medicine, and medical students at Drexel and Temple Universities on March 27, 2018. For more information on this virtual event, please visit www.facebook.com/isgpforum.
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Communicating disease risk to the public and policy makers is challenging, especially because people interact with and respond to risk in a variety of analytical and emotional ways. What are the big-picture impacts of over- and under-reaction to disease risks? Societal and Economic Context, Slovic (EPID)
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Demand for livestock-based food products has skyrocketed worldwide, putting a major strain on natural resources. To meet this demand, it's important that water use on the farm be analyzed and adjusted to maximize sustainability. Food and Water, Wright (FSSD)
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The comprehensive data provided by DNA sequencing could make this method optimal for identifying antibiotic resistance genes. But the opposite could also be true; namely, this comprehensive data may be the reason that researchers and clinicians are slow to embrace the technology. What does this contradiction mean for DNA sequencing and diagnostics? Antimicrobial Resistance, Palzkill (EPID), Guest Co-Host
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Large-scale land acquisition (LSLA), or procurement of rural land by public and private investors, has become common in places like Africa, often to the detriment of local communities. What can be done to better track LSLAs, and can local communities benefit from associated food production? Food and the Environment, Wolford (FSSD)
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The co-hosts examine the economic implications of climate change and connect climate impacts to labor productivity losses, crime rate increases, and other non-obvious outcomes. Climate Impact on National Security, Gordon (SG)
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Public perception of food safety risk is highly influenced by social media. In a world of infinite information sources, who can you trust when it comes to safely feeding your family? Safeguarding the American Food Supply, Buchanan (IAP/FSSD)
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In the second installment of our two-episode deep-dive into synthetic biology, the co-hosts unwrap the biodefense concerns associated with "synbio" and discuss options for voluntary self-governance at the industry level. Responsibility and Governance, Smithson (21CB/SB)
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In the first installment of a two-episode deep-dive into synthetic biology, the co-hosts assess the opportunities and challenges afforded by "synbio," using vaccine development as a case study. Mitigation, Glass (EPID)
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The global food system is described and inefficiencies pinpointed, while strategies to improve food, nutritional, and environmental security are scrutinized. Food and the Environment, Ingram (FSSD)
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Learn how the "building blocks" of synthetic biology can create new antimicrobials while switching the process of antibiotic discovery from industry-level to academia. Could synbio be the key to overcoming antibiotic resistance? Antimicrobial Resistance, Takano & Breitling (EPID), Guest Co-Host
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Do you have questions about climate change? The Forum's crash course in Climate101 breaks down the scientific evidence and examines possible outcomes. Climate Impact on National Security, Fung (SG)
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The public in more wealthy countries is frequently more concerned about emerging zoonotic diseases (e.g., SARS) than recurring, endemic ones (e.g., TB). How does this phenomenon affect the proliferation of serious zoonotic threats, especially in the developing world? Societal and Economic Context, Zinsstag (EPID), Guest Co-Host
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Food insecurity in the form of malnutrition could be addressed in both developed and developing countries with the help of agricultural biotechnology. Did you know that the same technologies may conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable food production? Technologies and Innovations, Newell-McGloughlin (FSSD)
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Humans aren't the only ones suffering from California's water scarcity and management challenges. While often forgotten, aquatic ecosystems are in danger, too. Water and Fire: Impacts of Climate Change, Swanson (IAP/ICCP)
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The co-hosts of ISGP's "The Forum" take on the task of explaining domestic and international governance of climate geoengineering, as well as the role of public perception in implementation. This podcast was recorded LIVE during Session 5 of Climate Geoengineering: GeoElive, a virtual conference on climate change and geoengineering hosted by ISGP's "The Forum," Forum for Climate Engineering Assessment, and ASU PlanetWorks on September 12, 2017. For more information on this virtual event, please visit www.facebook.com/isgpforum.
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We've been able to effectively treat tuberculosis for a long time, so why is TB considered a lethal health threat once again? Prevention, Rodwell (EPID)
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To address the global epidemic of antibiotic resistance, some experts suggest implementing an international database tracking antibiotic use. What would this system look like, and how could the different capacities of developed and developing countries be integrated? Antimicrobial Resistance, O'Brien & Stelling (EPID), Guest Co-Host
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Climate change threatens national security in a number of ways. How does the national intelligence community fit into the climate security picture? Climate Impact on National Security, Schoonover (SG)
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The indigenous people of northern Canada are suffering from food access challenges, leading to both poor diets and poor health outcomes. They need policy makers' help to find land-based food solutions. But if food access improves, will dietary choice follow suit? Food Security and Diet-Linked Public Health Challenges, Robidoux (FSSD)
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In recent years, the Western world has witnessed an "anti-vaccine movement," despite the efficacy of vaccines in preventing disease transmission. What caused this phenomenon, and what can be done to stop it? Prevention, Markovitz (EPID)
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How can we prevent global temperature increases that exacerbate drought and threaten water security? We're going to need more than smart water management to address these challenges. Living with Less Water, Wheaton (ICCP)
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When it comes to addressing emerging and persistent viral threats, what can we learn from our past and present responses to HIV/AIDS? Mitigation, Gallo (EPID)
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Perennial crops can be used to produce food while providing ecosystem services, but many wonder whether they can compete with biofuel development. Perhaps a better question is, do they have to? Food Security: Production and Sustainability, DeHaan (IAP/FSSD)
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Nanotechnology and personalized nutrition are two proposed solutions to food security challenges, but what's getting in the way of their widespread implementation? Food Security and Diet-Linked Public Health Challenges, Bartolucci (FSSD)
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California is known for its severe wildfires, but did you know that the northern and southern halves of the state have different fire patterns? Considering the most significant drivers of forest fires in each half of the state, perhaps it's not surprising that the most effective fire prevention policies will address NorCal and SoCal separately. Water and Fire: Impacts of Climate Change, Keeley (IAP/ICCP)
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Disease models have their strengths and weaknesses when it comes to disease prediction and tracking. But how often are these models actually used, and how can they be improved to increase utility? Prevention, Fisman (EPID)
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Colon cancer is a so-called "westernized disease," and it turns out that your dietary patterns might play the biggest role in determining whether or not you'll be afflicted. Food Security and Diet-Linked Public Health Challenges, O'Keefe (FSSD)
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The co-hosts of ISGP's "The Forum" take on the task of explaining GMO science, regulation, and labeling while using the United States, United Kingdom, and Mexico as case studies. This podcast was recorded LIVE during Session 2 of Being Human 2.0: SynbioLIVE, a virtual conference on synthetic biology and emerging technologies hosted by ISGP's "The Forum," Youth Biotech, and Cornell's Alliance for Science on March 30, 2017. For more information on this virtual event, please visit www.facebook.com/isgpforum.
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Our world faces a challenge: we need more animal protein to feed humans...and to feed the animals that feed the humans. How can synthetic biology be used to modify plant products to maximize their protein content? Responsibility and Governance, Herman (21CB/SB)
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What will it take for genomic technologies to reach and help the people who need them most? Societal and Economic Context, Hayes (EPID)
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Type 2 diabetes is a major health burden, and coordinated care for this disease and its comorbidities is not well-established. What steps can be taken to improve health care surrounding this progressive disease? Food Security and Diet-Linked Public Health Challenges, Sikder (FSSD)
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The Colorado River Basin has made efforts in water management that could be applicable to other parts of the world facing a water-insecure future. Living with Less Water, Megdal (ICCAP)
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Xenobiology involves making new organisms with an altered genetic code, by using XNA instead of DNA, for instance. Could this be the tool we've been looking for to help us safely use synthetic biology in the real world? Responsibility and Governance, Schmidt (21CB/SB)
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What are the biggest sources of food waste at different levels of the food system, and what can corporations do to prevent food losses? Food Security: Production and Sustainability, Goldstein (IAP/FSSD)
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Fermenting foods might be a culinary fad, but could it also be a key to food and nutritional security of the future? Food Security and Diet-Linked Public Health Challenges, Duffy (FSSD)
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Using alternative sources of energy and water means that our infrastructure must be prepared to handle non-traditional sources of said energy and water. The problem? It's hard to overhaul a fully developed system. Sustainability Challenges: Coping with Less Water and Energy, Fromer (ICCAP)
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Indigenous peoples in the Arctic are facing nutritional deficiencies and other food security challenges associated with changing food systems and climate change. The situation sounds bad, but it might be even worse: Are solutions to these problems mutually exclusive? Food Security and Diet-Linked Public Health Challenges, Chan (FSSD)
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How can we make obvious the hidden costs associated with living and rebuilding along shorelines? Sea Level Rise: What's Our Next Move?, Keeler (ICCP)
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Knowing how to communicate science to the public involves recognizing what the public wants [and needs] to know. Psychological and sociological factors are critical when designing effective science communication, but how fully do we understand these factors? Communicating Science for Policy, Lupia (SciComm)
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As a global population swells in the direction of 9 billion, food security is at stake. But whose food and environment needs should be prioritized, those of today's humans or those of future generations? And where do the needs of animals fit into this complicated picture? Safeguarding the American Food Supply, Scott (IAP/FSSD)
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Scientists understand that sea levels are rising, but less understood is the magnitude of rise over the next 30 to 50 years. How does this uncertainty impact coastal policies aimed at adaptation? The Shore's Future: Living with Storms and Sea Level Rise, Wanless (ICCP)
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Monitoring the occurrence of a disease using telltale clinical indicators is the general premise of "syndromic surveillance," and the hope is that this method will help prevent massive disease outbreaks globally. But is the method reliable? In other words, is it worth the investment? Surveillance, Reinegold (EPID)
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After 20 years of safety studies, the data conclude that GMOs pose no risk to human or animal health. What, then, is keeping them from becoming more common in our daily diets? Food Security: Production and Sustainability, Van Eenennaam (IAP/FSSD)
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Is it time to stop encouraging development along the shorelines? Or worse...is it time to retreat from coastal communities altogether? The Shore's Future: Living with Storms and Sea Level Rise, O'Neill (ICCP)
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Could the current system of science education be negatively impacting students' perceptions of science for the duration of their lives? Improving both science literacy and trust could definitely start in the classroom. Communicating Science for Policy, Hallman (SciComm)
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How much does the developing world's perception of technologies such as synthetic biology depend on the opinions of the developed world? Could the latter be hindering the adoption of life-changing technologies in less developed nations? Responsibility and Governance, Roca (21CB/SB)
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Shoreline adaptation land trusts (SALT) could help coastal communities prepare for sea level rise. But would coastal residents be willing to give up their properties over time if it meant no property taxes and helping the greater good? Sea Level Rise: What's Our Next Move?, Englander (ICCAP)
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When water is used in food production and manufacturing, it becomes part of the food, suggesting that water quality is one of the biggest drivers of food safety in the world. Unfortunately, regulation rarely treats it that way. Food and Water, Brackett (FSSD)
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New Jersey is home to one of the many coastlines already feeling the impact of climate change in the form of storm surge and coastal flooding. For how long can we simply rebuild following severe storms? The Shore's Future: Living with Storms and Sea Level Rise, Knutson (ICCAP)
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Could a non-harmonized global regulatory environment and a lack of research in crop development be hindering the use of GE crops that could improve the nutritional quality of our food? Genomic Revolution, Beachy (SG)
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Foodborne illness causes a major national financial burden annually, but we only hear about a few cases of it on the news. Perhaps it's time for these food-related afflictions to be taken off the back burner. Prevention, Schlundt (EPID)
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Reducing food waste and implementing industrial agriculture might be viable solutions to food security problems in regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa. Technologies and Innovations, Opara (FSSD)
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Predicting the next pandemic influenza might require novel strategies since it can be hard to "know what we already know" about this annual affliction. Mitigation, Capua (EPID)
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You've probably heard many opinions regarding the state of the earth's climate. Why is there so much confusion? Living with Less Water, Dixon (ICCAP)
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Synthetic biology gives us the tools to better understand pathogens and mitigate their spread, but not without introducing potential threats to biosafety. Prevention, Hay (EPID)
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Can P4 and personalized medicine change the way we interact with healthcare and think about diagnostics? Genomic Revolution, Hood (SG)
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Agricultural water quality standards are easy to set but hard to implement and enforce. Food and Water, Atwill (FSSD)
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When you have the flu, you should stay home and away from society, right? The decision may not be quite that simple. Mitigation, Tait (EPID)
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Is storytelling the best way to translate scientific information to nonscientific audiences? Communicating Science for Policy, Neeley (SciComm)
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GMOs - Are they the solution to widespread food insecurity in the face of rapid population growth? Food and the Environment, Thomson (FSSD)
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Do-it-yourself biology allows non-scientists to get involved in research, posing both opportunities and safety concerns. How closely should we regulate the movement without impinging on progress? Responsibility and Governance, Kuiken (21CB/SB)
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Disease is often endemic to tropical regions, and tourists can carry a disease back home. In a world of globalization, can we track diseases before they gain pandemic potential? Societal and Economic Context, Daszak (EPID)
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Food fraud is the intentional alteration or misrepresentation of a food for the purpose of economic gain. But could it also be making you sick? Safeguarding the American Food Supply, Everstine (IAP/FSSD)
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Could the genetic modification of crops decrease the overall incidence of crop disease and, if so, do the benefits outweigh the costs? Genomic Revolution, Crute (SG)
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Flu prevention and mitigation strategies can take many forms, but how far do we have to go to protect our population from this annual plague? Pandemic Preparedness, Korch (IAP/EPID)
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In the wake of the California drought, the state's system of water rights seems particularly outdated. Can energy subsidies be used as models for water subsidies? Sustainability Challenges: Coping with Less Water and Energy, Thornberg & Schrader (ICCAP)
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Why is antibiotic resistance occurring so quickly, and is there anything we can do to stop it? Antimicrobial Resistance, Klein (EPID)
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What are the best ways to attract youth to the farm to ensure sustainable future food systems? Food and the Environment, Hamm (FSSD)
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