Tonight, the Perpetual Notion Machine digs into our archive of shows to rebroadcast an edited version that originally aired on January 17, 2008. Our guest was John Hawks, anthropologist and […]
Gene Editing and Pompe Disease
Tonight, the Perpetual Notion Machine again explores the realm of gene editing. Five years ago this month, PNM talked with biomedical engineer Kris Saha about the process and techniques of […]
Taking Evolutionary Theory to a World View
In tonight’s episode of the Perpetual Notion Machine, we learn about the nature of Darwin’s theory of evolution, you know, the biological processes of natural selection to improve a species […]
Genetically Edited and Organic?
If you shop at an organic food store or co-op, you’ll likely see many fruits and vegetables proudly labeled as organic, and “GMO-free.” To many consumers, “genetically modified organism” suggests […]
Curriculum Voco: Abby Lamb (PhD Candidate)
On this episode, we continue our deep-dive to learn more about unlikely scientists and their complicated lives as they design the biomolecular underpinnings of the world of tomorrow. At some […]
Childhood Stress Can Alter Genes, New UW Research Finds
A new study finds that children who experience severe stress as kids develop different kinds of genetic markers than those who have relatively tranquil upbringings. Friday host Jonathan Zarov speaks with Dr. […]
