Uncommon Connections: Recent Episodes
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Uncommon Connections is a short series exploring the unusual origins of some amazing breakthroughs in history.
How did a bad batch of heroin change our understanding of Parkinson’s disease?
Explore the Uncommon Connections series to hear unusual stories behind some of history’s greatest medical breakthroughs and learn how uncommon connections between unexplained symptoms can lead to surprising diagnoses in rare diseases.
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References:
- Langston JW. The MPTP Story. J Parkinsons Dis 2017: S11–S19.
- Pycroft L et al. Deep brain stimulation: An overview of history, methods, and future developments. Brain Neurosci Adv 2018; 2: 1–6.
- Schwalb JM and Hamani C. The history and future of deep brain stimulation. Neurotherapeutics 2008; 5: 3–13.
- Weingarten HL. 1-Methyl-4-Phenyl-I,2,3,6-Tetrahydropyridine (MPTP): one Designer drug and serendipity. J Forensic Sci 1988; 33(2): 588–95.
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Curious how our faithful four-legged friends were involved in the discovery of one of the most critical therapies used today?
Explore the Uncommon Connections series to hear unusual stories behind some of history’s greatest medical breakthroughs and learn how uncommon connections between unexplained symptoms can lead to surprising diagnoses in rare diseases.
Visit the episode website for full notes, including references and legal information, or visit the Uncommon Connections channel to listen to this episode and more.
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References:
- Boden G and Laasko M. Lipids and glucose in type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2004; 27(9): 2253–59.
- Karamanous M et al. Milestones in the history of diabetes mellitus: The main contributors. World J Diabetes 2016; 7(1): 1–7.
- Lewis G and Brubaker P. The discovery of insulin revisited: lessons for the modern era. J Clin Invest 2021; 131(1): e12239.
- Marette A. The fascinating physiology of insulin: celebrating a centennial hormone. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab 2021; 320: E1.
- Porta M. One hundred years ago: the dawning of the insulin era. Acta Diabetologica 2021; 58: 1–4.
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How did a simple blade of grass help one ground-breaking Australian crack the code behind a brilliant life-changing invention?
Explore the Uncommon Connections series to hear unusual stories behind some of history’s greatest medical breakthroughs and learn how uncommon connections between unexplained symptoms can lead to surprising diagnoses in rare diseases.
Visit the episode website for full notes, including references and legal information, or visit the Uncommon Connections channel to listen to this episode and more.
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References:
- Australian Academy of Science. Professor Graeme Clark, otolaryngologist 2021 [cited 6 October 2021]. Available from: https://www.science.org.au/learning/general-audience/history/interviews-australian-scientists/professor-graeme-clark.
- Casale J et al. ‘Physiology, Cochlear Function’, StatPearls [Internet], StatPearls Publishing 2021. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK531483/.
- Dodd G. Sound with vision. The University of Sydney 2017 [cited 6 October 2021]. Available from: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2017/04/06/sound-with-vision.html.
- Ho J et al. Forty years of “Waltzing Matilda”: the history of the multichannel cochlear implant. Med J Aust 2018; 209(11): 476–8.
- Powerhouse Museum. Research and development process. NSW Department of Education and Training [cited 6 October 2021]. Available from: http://archive.maas.museum/hsc/cochlear/research.html.
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What shocking discovery was made thanks to curious physicians? Find out how lightning is unusually linked to modern medicine.
Explore the Uncommon Connections series to hear unusual stories behind some of history’s greatest medical breakthroughs and learn how uncommon connections between unexplained symptoms can lead to surprising diagnoses in rare diseases.
Visit the episode website for full notes, including references and legal information, or visit the Uncommon Connections channel to listen to this episode and more.
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Note: Sanofi Campus is intended for healthcare professionals only.
References:
- Akselrod H et al. ‘History of Defibrillation’, Cardiac bioelectric therapy: mechanisms and practical implications, Springer Science+Business Media 2009. Doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-63355-4_2.
- Blumenthal R. Injuries and deaths from lightning. J Clin Pathol 2021; 74: 279–84.
- Driscol TE et al. The remarkable Dr. Abildgaard and countershock. Ann Intern Med 1975; 83: 878–82.
- Jensen JD et al. ‘Lightning Injuries’, StatPerals [Internet], StatPearls Publishing 2021 [cited 6 October 2021]. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441920/.
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Why are zebrafish so valuable to medical research? Find out how this tropical marvel is helping us learn more about neurological diseases.
Explore the Uncommon Connections series to hear unusual stories behind some of history’s greatest medical breakthroughs and learn how uncommon connections between unexplained symptoms can lead to surprising diagnoses in rare diseases.
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What fortunate discovery was made thanks to unfortunate pilots? Find out how WW2 pilots are unusually linked to modern medicine.
Explore the Uncommon Connections series to hear unusual stories behind some of history’s greatest medical breakthroughs and learn how uncommon connections between unexplained symptoms can lead to surprising diagnoses in rare diseases.
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Learn how the devastation caused by sweet clover would lead to the discovery of a life-saving medicine.
Explore the Uncommon Connections series to hear unusual stories behind some of history’s greatest medical breakthroughs and learn how uncommon connections between unexplained symptoms can lead to surprising diagnoses in rare diseases.
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How did sausages hold the key to the discovery of one of medicine’s greatest inventions?
Explore the Uncommon Connections series to hear unusual stories behind some of history’s greatest medical breakthroughs and learn how uncommon connections between unexplained symptoms can lead to surprising diagnoses in rare diseases.
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