Hosted by The Materials Universe Podcast
Episodes
18
Latest episode
Jun 2026
Language
EN-US
The Materials Universe Podcast will explore the world of materials and how they shape our lives. We will interview researchers from the Center for Dynamics and Control of Materials (CDCM) at UT Austin, who are working on cutting-edge projects in areas such as nanomaterials, biomaterials, smart materials, and more. Learn about the latest discoveries and innovations in materials science, and how they can impact fields such as energy, medicine, electronics, and beyond. Whether you are a student, a professional, or just curious about materials, this podcast is for you. Follow us on social media at @TexasCDCM on Instagram and X.
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Brian Belardi about his lab’s work on biological barriers in organisms, tissues, cells, and how understanding their molecular and physical properties could enable new therapies and regenerative medicine.
In this episode of The Materials Universe, we talk to Dr. Stephanie Hurst about nonlinear optics, making stuff, and the role of improv skills in science.
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Ryan Behunin from our partners at Northern Arizona University about phonons and how complicated it can be to define light and sound.
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Roseanna Zia from the University of Missouri about physics on a cellular level and what that means for us.
In this episode, we talk to Wennie Wang about the importance of thermodynamic equilibrium. Special thanks to Kiyaan Aly, researcher & writer.
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Eric Anslyn about organic chemistry, collaboration, and all sort of analogies. Special thanks to Kiyaan Aly, researcher & writer.
In this episode, Bailey and Audrey interview Dr. Tania Betancourt from Texas State university and discuss her research into innovative drug delivery systems, balancing life and mentorship, and her career path. 
In this episode, Bailey and Audrey interview Dr. José Alvarado and discuss how control theory plays into his research into proteins in the human body as well as how lab function like their own organisms.
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Dan Wasserman about his explorations into infrared light, how research groups grow, and his approach to research mentorship.
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Jean Anne Incorvia from the Electrical and Computer Engineering department at UT Austin about magnetics, the memory wall, RAM, and the important of outreach.
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Richey Malhotra
Drive Electric Alabama
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Rupa Singh
The National Academy of Sciences
