Neonatal sepsis is a life-threatening infection that affects up to 3 million babies per year globally. 

In an effort to identify better treatments, the NeoSep1 clinical trial evaluates new antibiotic combinations for newborn babies with sepsis. To learn more about the trial, we speak to Adrie Bekker and Cristina Obiero, principal investigators of the trial in South Africa and Kenya, Reenu Thomas, a neonatologist from South Africa, and Francesca Schiavone, the clinical project manager of the NeoSep1 trial in London.
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Further information about the NeoSep1 clinial trial is available at www.mrcctu.ucl.ac.uk and https://gardp.org/. 

For questions or feedback on the series, message us at mrcctu.engage@ucl.ac.uk 

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Neonatal infections (part 2): How the NeoSep1 trial will help treat sick newborns

Maddalena Italia & Mélissa Pires Da Silva: On Sanskrit Erotic Poetry 

Date of episode recording: 2023-11-23T00:00:00Z
Duration: 00:29:32
Language of episode: English
Presenter:Melissa Pires Da Silva
Guests: Maddalena Italia
Producer: Melissa Pires Da Silv

Season 2: Maddalena Italia & Mélissa Pires Da Silva: On Sanskrit Erotic Poetry

Maddalena Italia & Mélissa Pires Da Silva: On Sanskrit Erotic Poetry 

Date of episode recording: 2023-11-23T00:00:00Z
Duration: 00:29:32
Language of episode: English
Presenter:Melissa Pires Da Silva
Guests: Maddalena Italia
Producer: Melissa Pires Da Silva

How does our understanding of genetics shape the health of the public?

In this month’s episode, our experts dive into the exciting world of genetics, exploring the latest technological breakthroughs and innovations. They discuss not only the value of these advancements but also the ethical considerations surrounding them, particularly in how they can enhance the health of the public.

Dr Adam Rutherford (bestselling author, broadcaster and lecturer in genetics and society at UCL) shares his wealth of knowledge on the evolution of genetics, and the common misconceptions that persist in the field. Adam delves into the historical context of genetics and its entanglement with eugenics, reminding us of the ethical considerations that must accompany scientific advancement.

Prof George Davey Smith, a clinical epidemiologist and director of the MRC Integrative Epidemiology Unit, discusses the impact of genetics on the health of the public. He highlights the potential of genetic data to revolutionise healthcare and offers a critical perspective on the consumer genetics market. 

Listen for an in depth look at the complexities of genetic diseases, the implications for health policy, and the ethical dimensions of genetic research. 

Public Health Disrupted with Rochelle Burgess and Xand Van Tulleken is produced by Annabelle Buckland at Decibelle Creative / @decibelle_creative

Season 4 - The genetic revolution: implications and applications for improving public health

In the final episode of this series of Generation One, we take a look at cities and climate action. With many elections happening around the world, what are cities actually doing to adapt to climate change, mitigate climate impact on populations, and reduce emissions?  

Our hosts discuss urban adaptation and transformation with UCL Professor Lauren Andres (Director of Research at the Bartlett School of Planning) and Mark Watts, the Executive Director of C40 Cities, a global network of mayors taking urgent climate action.  

C40 Cities website: https://www.c40.org/ 
The Bartlett School of Planning: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/bartlett/planning/bartlett-school-planning 

For the transcript: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/climate-change/podcasts-videos/generation-one-climate-podcast 

Date of episode recording: 11th April 2024 
Duration: 33.46 minutes 
Language of episode: English  
Presenter: Mark Maslin and Simon Chin-Yee  
Guests:  
Professor Lauren Andres, UCL 
Mark Watts, C40 Cities 
Producer: Adam Batstone

Season 4: Post elections – What are the world's leading cities doing to combat the climate crisis?

Zainab Mahdi talks to Dr Dhiaa Kareem Ali, lecturer at the University of Kufa and Nahrein Network - British Institute for the Study of Iraq (BISI) Visiting Scholar. Dr Dhiaa talks about his work with the Mandaean community, both in Iraq and the Diaspora. 

Transcription link: 
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/nahrein/media/podcasts/transcript-conversation-dhiaa-kareem-ali


Date of episode recording: 2024-04-25T00:00:00Z
Duration: 26:47
Language of episode: English
Presenter: Zainab Mahdi
Guests: Dhiaa Kareem Ali
Producer: Zainab Mahdi

Confectionery

THE MANDAEANS IN IRAQ - A Conversation with Dhiaa Kareem Ali

In this episode we interview Professor Jim Griffin from the Department of Statistical Science at University College London. This is the first in a series of interviews with Statistical Science academics about how their research crosses over with the discipline of Sustainability. We discuss the potential of environmental DNA analysis for biodiversity monitoring, highlighting its cost-effectiveness but also the challenges associated with reliability. Jim emphasized the crucial role of statistics in environmental monitoring and decision-making, emphasizing the importance of mathematical modelling and statistical modelling to quantify environmental phenomena. They also acknowledged the need for better data and understanding to inform decision-making and lead to more sustainable outcomes. Finally, the importance of statistical literacy in comprehending environmental concerns and improving decision-making in various fields is covered.

Date of episode recording: 2024-05-13T00:00:00Z
Duration: 00:33:43
Language of episode: English
Presenter:Stephanie Dickinson
Guests: Jim Griffin
Producer: Nathan Green

Sustainability in Relation to Statistical Science

Hosted by Olivia Moir, this episode with Dr. Bassel Wattar guides us through heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB); what it is, how common it is, how do we diagnose it, and how do we treat it? We also talk about research in this area, and specifically the importance of including community perspectives in research practise, and how Dr. Bassel Wattar's team has been going about this. Dr. Bassel Wattar has been a guest on the pod previously where we talked about PCOS. If you missed that episode, definitely go and check it out. For anyone who hasn't listened to the PCOS episode, Dr. Wattar is a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist based in London. He has advanced expertise in various areas including fertility, assisted conception, endocrine gynaecology, menopause and importantly for today, heavy menstrual bleeding! I also have to mention, he is the co-leader of a research group dedicated for evidence synthesis at UCL, which is something so important and we have focused a lot on in this pod, the importance of evidence based research.

To read more about Bassel's work, visit: https://basselwattar.info/ 
Charities and Communities affiliated with HMB: 
Menstrual Health Project: https://linktr.ee/menstrualhealthproject 
Wellbeing of Women: https://www.wellbeingofwomen.org.uk/what-we-do/.

Date of episode recording: 2024-05-14T00:00:00Z
Duration: 00:26:57
Language of episode: English
Presenter:Olivia
Guests: Dr. Bassel Wattar
Producer: Olivia, UCL changemakers

Heavy Periods

In Episode 1 of Oral Health Matters, we’re asking whether oral health is a luxury for the wealthy few or a fundamental human right for everyone. We’re also discussing the need for greater partnership working between scholars, practitioners and policy makers and the importance of gaining the trust of communities in order to co-create interventions that work for the people who live in them. 

To discuss this, Richard Watt, Professor of Dental Public Health at University College London is in conversation with Dr Carol Guarnizo-Herreno from the University of Colombia and Professor Marco Peres from the National Dental Centre in Singapore. 

Credits Presenter: Professor Richard Watt, University College London Editor and producer: Chris Garrington, Research Podcasts Artwork and audiograms: Krissie Brighty-Glover and Lauren White, Research Podcasts Music: The Documentary, Mapamusic 

Date of episode recording: 2024-04-24T00:00:00Z
Duration: 00:26:39
Language of episode: English
Presenter: Professor Richard Watt
Guests: Dr Carol Guarnizo-Herreno; Professor Marco Pere
Producer: Christie Garrington

Oral health: luxury for the few or fundamental human right?

Zainab Mahdi talks to Fatimah Al-Muqdadi, Architect, Researcher, and Heritage Professional in Iraq. In this episode, Fatimah discusses the current state of heritage in Iraq and the steps needed to preserve and promote Iraq's cultural and natural heritage within the community. 

Transcription link: 
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/nahrein/media/podcasts/transcript-conversation-fatimah-al-muqdadi


Date of episode recording: 2024-05-14T00:00:00Z
Duration: 43:30
Language of episode: English
Presenter:Zainab Mahdi
Guests: Fatimah Al-Muqdadi
Producer: Zainab Mahdi

PRESERVING HERITAGE IN IRAQ - A Conversation with Fatimah Al-Muqdadi

The Trial Talk podcast explores how our work at the MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL is improving health in the UK and worldwide. In this series, we hear from world-leading experts about the studies we carry out. We delve into trials on cancer, infections and neurodegenerative diseases, explore how public and patient involvement shapes our work, and discover new ways to run smarter studies.

Neonatal infections (part 2): How the NeoSep1 trial will help treat sick newborns

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