The Research Beat

In this gripping episode 21, we chat with Mackenzie Graham, a Senior Research Fellow in Imaging and Data Ethics at the Wellcome Centre for Ethics and Humanities. Join us on an exciting journey as we delve deep into the world of cutting-edge research, exploring the intriguing topics of consciousness, data hoarding, and the evolving landscape of medical AI. Mackenzie offers profound insights into disorders of consciousness, questions about hidden awareness in coma patients, the ethical dimensions of our data-driven world, and the trustworthiness of medical AI. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Join us in episode 20 as we meet Edward Clarke, poet and academic, to talk about his latest book and the intricate research going into it. Plus, we ask how research in the humanities differs from the sciences, and consider whether the constant drive for novelty in academia is really a good thing. And finally, what does the word ‘evolution’ mean to you – is it right to view university as a job factory? Listen in to find out more! Want to know more Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Join us in episode #19 with Kate Gardner, co-founder of ScientifyResearch, the research funding database unlocking new opportunities for academics all over the world. If you thought you knew all there is to know about looking for funding, then think again. Kate tells us how her company got started, and shares her vision for the future of the familiar funding search. This is one you won’t want to miss! Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Join us in episode 18 with philosopher Amna Whiston as we delve into the nature of emotion and empathy. How do feelings affect our decision-making skills, and is their role undervalued in the academic world? Plus, we touch on the thorny issue of academic journals rejecting paper submissions – does acceptance really come down to the luck of the draw? Finally, we take an eye-opening look at growing rates of psychiatric drug use in young people. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

What is digital intelligence? And what are the real differences between reading a book and reading online? Discover the answers with us in episode 17, as we chat to Samantha-Kaye Johnston, research fellow in education at Jesus College, Oxford. Find out about Sam’s UNESCO project, search engine bias, and global efforts to improve students’ reading ability. Plus, AI chatbots, and what they mean for the future of education. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Episode 16 is a corker – an extended firestorm of an interview with Aamir Hussain, founder of ResearchTribe. We talk about steroid overuse in treating asthma patients, before opening up on the truth about academic toxicity. Is academia always a healthy environment, and does it allow you to build a life outside your work? Plus, we consider the unseen damage caused by the Western lifestyle. Get ready to have your opinions challenged! Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Join us in episode 15 with Tejo Jehart, Oxford engineer, as we shrink ourselves down to the size of ants and take a look at the intricacies of the internal combustion engine. How can we cool it down and why would we want to do that in the first place? Plus, we talk about funding difficulties, and accelerate into the issue of Formula 1, sustainability and futuristic fuels. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Join us in episode 14 for a candid conversation with Martine Ellis, writer, coach and educator on wellbeing-driven productivity. What is action research, and why is wellbeing so important in academia? Plus, we talk about perceived tensions between further and higher education, and discover how saying ‘no’ can make your academic life a whole lot healthier. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Join us in episode 13 for an absolute thriller of an interview with Oxford linguist Dr Hilary Wynne. We’ll discover how researchers are trying to untangle the secrets of language using EEG experiments, and ask the critical question, ‘what does a fear of monkeys have to do with all of this?’ Plus, searing insights into discrimination in academia, and we consider baby talk across the world. Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io

Join us in episode 12 with Dr. Charles Roddie of Cambridge, pioneering new methods of teaching maths with his app, Summatic. Just how far can AI go in helping students to learn independently? Plus, we talk about why maths matters, and dive into the complex world of game theory – almost tempting Charles back into research in the process! Want to know more about Audemic? Visit audemic.io