That’s what I call Science!

Join hosts Olly Dove and Emma Hamasaki as they flutter through the 2024 Australian Entomological Society Conference! In this special season finale, we're buzzing with excitement as we explore the latest discoveries in insect science through fascinating conversations with poster presenters. Broadcasting from lutruwita/Tasmania on Edge Radio, this episode showcases cutting-edge research that's creating quite a stir in the STEMM community. From microscopic marvels to groundbreaking discoveries, we're bringing you the best of Australia's entomological expertise!Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod Host: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Co-Host: Emma HamasakiProduction: Ryan SmithMedia & Promotion: Ella Burgen

Join us for this week’s episode, in which Olly and Georgia make their way through the poster session at the Australasian Cytometry Society’s annual 2024 conference! Cytometry may not be a word you’ve heard before, but is all about cells. And, by studying the cells in our bodies, the researchers in today’s episode have been making leaps and bounds in medical research in order to help the patients that need them.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Co-Host: Georgia Stewart (@ggstew25)Production: Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin)Media & Promotion: Katya Bandow (@katyabandow) 

Come and chat with two Australians (Dr Kate Johnson and Dr Ella Plumanns Pouton) on a bench in Catalunya, that may or may not be covered in ants! Ella talks about fire and seed banks, shifts in research, moving countries and writing science for the public. After an arts degree, Ella was driven to science through a desire to enact positive change for the natural world, particularly in a changing climate. Ella’s PhD revealed the impact of different fire frequencies on the seeds of diverse plant species in Australia, and she now works on rewilding and restoration of biodiversity at the Ecological and Forestry Applications Research Centre (CREAF) in Barcelona, Spain. In this episode you’ll hear about Ella’s research, publishing in ‘The Conversation’, when jargon is useful and when it’s not, how much slang Australians use, and more, take a listen! Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Dr Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys)Production: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)Media & Promotion: Ella Burgun

Take a journey to the ‘liminal space between water and sky’ with Melissa Mai. From the pathways of water and sugar along a pine needle to the magical land of bogs and why they matter. This episode will transport you from a molecule in a leaf to peaty landscapes of Scotland and the USA. Learn about Melissa, her pathway to academia and future aspirations to influence policy or curate museum collections. Join Dr Kate Johnson and Melissa to hear about everything from biophysics to bog butter and bog bodies, there’s something for everyone in this episode!Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Dr Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys)Production: Ryan SmithMedia & Promotion: Georgia Stewart (@ggstew25)

This week, Anna and Ella are joined by Monique Mitchelson, a autistic/ADHD clinical psychologist from Brisbane, Australia, with a deep passion for supporting neurodivergent women and girls. Monique discusses her own podcast, The Neurodivergent Woman Podcast with Clinical Neuropsychologist Michelle Livock, a hit show with over a million downloads, as well as her consulting on the National Autism Strategy. We’ll dive into how Monique blends her interests in neurodiversity, trauma, and chronic illness with her practice, as well as her own experiences as a neurodivergent woman kicking goals!Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Anna Abela (@annaoabela)Co-Host: Ella Burgun (@ebburgun)Production: Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin)Media & Promotion: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki)

In this episode, Anna and Ella chat to Heidi La Paglia Reid, a proud Autistic, queer and disabled consultant and advocate living Tasmania. With over a decade of experience in the disability and women’s rights sectors, Heidi brings a wealth of knowledge both from her professional roles and her personal journey navigating chronic health conditions and neurodiversity. This episode will dive into her work, explore the challenges she faced, and discuss how she’s driving real change through neuro-inclusive training, advocacy, and consultancy.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Anna Abela (@annaoabela)Co-Host: Ella Burgun (@ebburgun)Production: Dr Meredith Castles (@MeredithCastles)Media & Promotion: Dr Kate Johnson (@KatePlantPhys)

In September 2024, the Australian Marine Sciences Association and the New Zealand Marine Sciences Society teamed up to deliver their annual conference, with 900 marine scientists, professionals, and students gathering in Hobart to celebrate all things oceanic.Across the two poster sessions at the conference, Olly met 24 attendees presenting their incredible science. The content was just too good for one episode, so here’s Part 2 of our double bill at AMSA-NZMSS 2024!Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Production: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)Media & Promotion: Katya Bandow (@katyabandow)

In September 2024, the Australian Marine Sciences Association and the New Zealand Marine Sciences Society teamed up to deliver their annual conference, with 900 marine scientists, professionals, and students gathering in Hobart to celebrate all things oceanic.Across the two poster sessions at the conference, Olly met 24 attendees presenting their incredible science. The content was just too good for one episode, so here’s Part 1 of our double bill at AMSA-NZMSS 2024!Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Production: Hannah Moore (@HannahCMoore)Media & Promotion: Ella Burgun

Out on Bruny Island one rainy and windy night, Edith Shum rested in a cosy cabin after a busy day out in the field. Joined by Olly on her adventure, the two took up the chance while warming themselves by the fire to talk about Edith’s past adventures. Having worked in Queensland with sea turtles, Edith now works in Tasmania on exploring how species shape our connection to places in the context of environmental change. Tune in to hear all about it! Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodHost: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Production:  Simin Salarpour (@SalarpourSimin)Media & Promotion: Georgia Stewart (@ggstew25)

We love a good science and sport cross-over. In this episode, Olly and Georgia chat to forensic scientist, Craig Gardner about his dual passion for science and rugby union refereeing. What does it take to solve a crime with science? How do you analyse the evidence and importantly, how do you know you’re right? Craig has all the answers for us. Plus, we talk about Craig’s other passion; rugby union refereeing. We learn what it’s like to referee rugby tournaments around the country and how a scientific mindset can help you in high-pressure situations.Show theme music: Kevin MacLeod Host: Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Co-Host: Georgia Stewart (@georgi1a_stewart)Production: Ryan SmithMedia & Promotion: Georgia Stewart (@ggstew25)