Finding Genius Podcast

Joining us on this episode is Dr. Jason Kindrachuk. Dr. Kindrachuk is an assistant professor in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases at the University of Manitoba. In addition to this, he is …

Why is the preservation of freshwater habitats so crucial? With the abundance of unique populations of fish that utilize these ecosystems, the destruction of freshwater environments could be devastat…

What makes the absence of antimatter puzzling? Since we know it is produced, not being able to observe it opens a host of new questions.

Listen up to learn:

• The essence of the Muon g-2 project
• How t…

The sensory and navigational abilities of migratory birds are a staggering phenomenon. As birds continue to complete successful voyages spanning thousands of miles, scientists have many questions abo…

What makes the microplastic problem so hard to solve? With Varied sizes and states, this range of particles requires an interdisciplinary solution. Listen up to learn:

• Why the microplastics problem …

What's the next big leap in medicine? Nature may have more to offer than one may think. Listen up to learn:

• How an ordinarily innocuous bacteria can become dangerous
• Why antibiotics may fall short
• W…

What makes microplastics so dangerous? Since they can contaminate such a wide range of environments, their impact cannot be underestimated. Press play to learn:

• A possible solution for microplastic …

When does life truly end? Since it can be challenging to measure, neurosurgery may offer more clues. Press play to learn:

• How long after the heart stops the brain continues to function
• The ideal pat…

What makes tattoo removal so challenging? Since the process is delicate and the use of lasers is so temperamental based on a range of factors, the process must be tailored to each individual. Listen …

What makes mitochondrial diseases so dangerous? Since they power the body, a defect can be disastrous. Listen up to learn:

• What may be inhibiting mitochondrial function in cells
• The harmful molecule…

How can the impact of wastewater on the environment be reduced? A future of fewer pollutants may be possible through new technologies that can purify or mitigate contamination. Listen up to learn:

• T…

What makes weeds so difficult to control? Since they grow in such close proximity to crops, methods of control can be challenging to perfect. Listen up to learn:

• The difference in ecological and phy…

Is the gut the gateway to taking control of your overall health? By ensuring a healthy gut through nutrition, significant benefits can be seen in a wide variety of cases. Press play to learn:

• What i…

Have new breakthroughs been made in treating Parkinson's Disease? Through new therapeutic techniques, promising results have been shown. Listen up to learn:

• Early parkinsonian symptoms
• The targets o…

How can our current systems of government be updated to reflect modern needs? Through citizen assemblies and a more accessible format, there may be a more significant opportunity for change. Press pl…

Why are preserving pollinators so crucial? Without the benefits offered by pollinators, food supplies around the world can be negatively impacted. Listen up to learn:

• Which species can pollinate in …

Can looking to the past revolutionize how we approach government and leadership? Through strategies like lottery systems and more accessible leadership, ancient Greek politics may have been on to som…

How has the shift in customer behavior and mental health affected employees? Through management strategies and developmental procedures, employees can be protected from many of the negative impacts. …

The impact microplastics have on the environment is still being uncovered by scientists. As we learn more about this problem, many researchers are taking proactive steps to mitigate this issue before…

Is natural selection as natural as it once was? Despite what we may think, natural selection, as laid out by Darwin, has little resemblance to mutations happening today. Listen up to learn:

• What gov…