Lab Rat Chat

Lab Rat Chat

A podcast dedicated to providing an accurate and alternate narrative to the public regarding the necessity of humane and ethical animal research. Lab Rat Chat was made possible through the Michael D. Hayre Fellowship in Public Outreach, which is sponsored by the biomedical research advocacy group Americans for Medical Progress. read less
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News Bite - February 2024
Feb 15 2024
News Bite - February 2024
Hold onto your lab coats as we delve into the astonishing medic skills of the Matabelle ants and their natural antibiotics, a discovery with implications that could ripple through human healthcare. We'll chuckle together at AI's attempts at artistic genius and its more practical uses in the operating room, and then ponder the ethical maze surrounding a pioneering pig liver medical procedure. Allergies got you sniffling? We've got the scoop on how nanoparticles might be the game-changer we've been sneezing for, thanks to groundbreaking research from Northwestern University. While we're at it, let's not forget about the superhero in the room: breast milk. Discover how this liquid gold is rewriting the rulebook on infant immunity. Prepare to be both enlightened and entertained as we merge cutting-edge science with hearty humor throughout our latest episode.Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                               Resources & Links:These Ants Can Diagnose and Treat Their Comrades' Infected Wounds | Smart News| Smithsonian MagazineAn experiment shows how pigs might one day help people with liver failure | AP NewsMouse Study Hints at New, Safe Way to Counter Allergies (usnews.com)Study In Mice Uncovers New Protective Benefit of Breast Milk | Johns Hopkins | Bloomberg School of Public Health (jhu.edu)Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - November 2023
Nov 16 2023
News Bite - November 2023
Ever felt curious about the behind-the-scenes of animal research and the fascinating technologies being leveraged? Well, strap in as we embark on an enlightening journey, unveiling the intriguing world of animal research and its advancements through the lens of CRISPR-Cas9. We're discussing how a team at the University of Basel is revolutionizing gene-editing to minimize the use of mice in muscle disease studies. Our discussion doesn't stop at gene editing! We dive into the nitty-gritty of how Harvard Medical School researchers are utilizing cells to control excessive muscle inflammation. We'll unpack how this could potentially assist elderly individuals in maintaining endurance and muscle tone for longer. We spice it up a notch with a captivating study showcasing how rats are trained to visualize routes and tasks in a virtual reality environment. We're not just discussing the science, we're exploring its fascinating implications on animal behavior and focus.We conclude on a thrilling note, calling out to our listeners for exciting future guest suggestions and more engaging content. Keep your ears open for news about giveaways and bonus content. Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                  Resources & Links:Win-win in muscle research: Faster results and fewer laboratory animals thanks to new method | ScienceDailyImmune Cells Control Mouse Muscle Inflammation During Exercise | American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)Can rats 'imagine'? Rodents show signs of imagination while playing VR games | Live ScienceWant the secret to less painful belly flops? These researchers have the answer | ScienceDailySupport the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - October 2023
Oct 15 2023
News Bite - October 2023
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:Ever wondered if taurine could be the secret to longevity and health span? We got curious and decided to investigate. With insights from animal studies, we explore if taurine could help combat obesity, inflammation, blood pressure, and type two diabetes.  Brace yourselves as we step into the future of medical technology, celebrating the astonishing strides made in organ transplants. From its history to the success of the two most recent transplants, we unpack it all. And just when you thought it couldn't get any more fascinating, we talk about the potential use of viruses found in animal poop in treating diabetic foot ulcers. Buckle up for this thrilling journey, and don't forget to connect with us on social media for more exciting content. Thanks for listening, and we promise to be back with more episodes soon!Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                          Resources & Links:Taurine may help slow the aging process, new animal study shows (medicalnewstoday.com)Viruses Found in Animal Poop May One Day Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Scientists Say (msn.com)Monkey survives for two years after gene-edited pig-kidney transplant (nature.com)Pregnancy hormones can make lasting changes to brains, lab mouse study shows : Shots - Health News : NPRSupport the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
34. Trailblazing Approaches to Sarcoma Treatment
Aug 15 2023
34. Trailblazing Approaches to Sarcoma Treatment
Lab Rat Chat - Episode 34 with Dr. Ben WylieGet ready to embark on a fascinating scientific journey with our esteemed guest, Dr. Ben Wylie.  We know you're curious about his career journey, his cutting-edge work in sarcoma research, and his innovative approach towards cancer treatment. So, we promise you an enlightening conversation that is sure to feed your curiosity and inspire your scientific spirit.In the first part of our conversation, Dr. Wylie takes us through his journey, from his childhood fascination with the natural world to his current role in cancer research at the Telethon Kids Institute. He opens up about his career transitions, his love for academic research, and the critical work his team is doing in pediatric sarcoma to utilize a biodegradable material to deliver immunotherapy during surgery. This approach, which targets invisible micrometastatic disease left behind during surgery, could potentially transform the landscape of post-surgical cancer treatment.The conversation takes an exciting turn towards veterinary research and the canine clinical trials to test the efficacy of their immunotherapy gel in dogs diagnosed with sarcoma.  We discuss what hopes to be very promising results from this trial and how it can hopefully be translated into the human world.  Stay tuned, and prepare for a thought-provoking ride into the world of scientific innovation.Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/Resources & Links:A surgically optimized intraoperative poly(I:C)-releasing hydrogel prevents cancer recurrence - PubMed (nih.gov)Sarcoma Translational Research | Telethon Kids InstituteWorld-first clinical trial in Perth could lead to breakthrough treatment for children with sarcoma - ABC NewsSupport the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - June 2023
Jun 27 2023
News Bite - June 2023
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:New birth control injection for female catsMaking experiments more natural to better understand the brainWound healing ink and 3D-printed applicator pensPotential cause of chronic pain associated with long COVIDLinks to all these stories can be found belowIn this episode, we also tackle topics from tornadoes to termites and share our personal experiences with these natural disasters and the chaos that sometimes ensues. Don't miss out on this fascinating and fun-filled conversation!Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                         Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support the podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/           Resources & Links:Scientists Develop New Birth Control for Female Cats—No Surgery Necessary | Smart News| Smithsonian MagazineLab mice go wild: making experiments more natural in order to decode the brain (nature.com)PAINTing a wound-healing ink into cuts with a 3D-printing pen - American Chemical Society (acs.org)Preclinical Research Deciphers the Roots of Chronic Pain in Long COVID | American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
33. Unlocking Mental Health: The Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelics
Jun 19 2023
33. Unlocking Mental Health: The Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelics
Lab Rat Chat - Episode 33 with Dr. Alejando Torrado-PachecoWhat if psychedelics could hold the key to improving mental health? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Alejandro Torrado-Pacheco, a postdoc from Oregon Health Sciences University, as we journey through the world of psychedelics and their potential therapeutic applications. Alejandro shares his unique background, from growing up in Europe and studying physics, to ultimately transitioning into neuroscience and then behavioral neuroscience. We also learn about his current research in Dr. Bita Moghaddam's lab, which focuses on the fascinating potential of psychedelics to enhance mental well-being.Dr. Torrado-Pacheco provides valuable insights into the history of psychedelics, the importance of set and setting for these experiences, and how animal research can help us better understand their biological mechanisms. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the potential therapeutic benefits of these fascinating compounds and how they could reshape our understanding of mental health treatment in the near future.Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/Resources & Links:Moghaddam Laboratory – Oregon Health & Science UniversityAcute psilocybin enhances cognitive flexibility in rats | Neuropsychopharmacology (nature.com)MAPS.org - Support Psychedelic Science - Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies - MAPSSupport the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - March/April 2023
Apr 4 2023
News Bite - March/April 2023
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:March is National Kidney Month!How NAD+ and NMN can slow, stop, and even reverse kidney diseaseScientists have been able to create mice from the cells of two male miceDid you know beetles mainly absorb water from their butts?Superb Fairy Wrens and their willingness to fight for their friends and familyLinks to all these stories can be found belowSign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                         Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support the podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/           Resources & Links:NAD+ and NMN: Can They Help for Kidney Health and Disease Treatment? | HealthNewsScientists create mice with cells from 2 males for 1st time (msn.com)Beetles suck water into their butts to stay hydrated, and now scientists know how | Live ScienceThese Tiny Birds Get By With A Little Help From Their Friends (forbes.com)All Lab Rat Chat episodes are professionally edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - February 2023
Feb 10 2023
News Bite - February 2023
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:Monogamous prairie voles - Happy Valentine's day!How freezing hibernating frogs might one day save humanityA discussion about the FDA Modernization ActFebruary is American Heart Awareness month, so of course we talk about new research to repair scar tissue in the heartLinks to all these stories can be found belowSign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                         Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support the podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/           Resources & Links:Monogamous Prairie Voles:https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/01/27/1152009605/prairie-voles-oxytocin-love-hormone-bonding-studyFDA Modernization Act:https://www.science.org/content/article/fda-no-longer-needs-require-animal-tests-human-drug-trialsFreezing Hibernating Frogs:https://www.manisteenews.com/news/article/Wildlife-Wednesday-This-Michigan-frog-could-help-17722836.phpHeart Scar Tissue Repair Story: https://newatlas.com/medical/tropoelastin-injection-heart-scar-tissue/All Lab Rat Chat episodes are professionally edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
31. Mastering Laboratory Animal Science
Jan 12 2023
31. Mastering Laboratory Animal Science
Lab Rat Chat - Episode 31 with Erin VogelsongIn this episode of Lab Rat Chat, Jeff and Danielle chat with Erin Vogelsong, MS, Program Director of Drexel University's Master of Laboratory Animal Science program.Special Live Webinar Announcement - February 1st @ 12pm EST:In celebration of International Laboratory Animal Technician Week, Drexel University is hosting a webinar Bringing the Magic Through Podcasting: A Behind the Scenes Look Into the Lab Rat Chat Podcast.  The webinar will feature Danielle Dady and Jeff Marshall, the hosts of Lab Rat Chat, and will give participants an inside look into the magic that goes into creating each and every episode. Tune in to learn more about the hosts, why Lab Rat Chat was created, the insider scoop on Jeff and Danielle’s favorite episodes, some of the mistakes made and lessons learned, and what to expect from Lab Rat Chat in the future. Visit Online.Drexel.Edu/LabRatChat to register. Topics discussed in this episode:Erin's extensive and impressive background and her journey to get where he's at in her career today.Some history and facts about Drexel's Master of Laboratory Animal Science programWhy anyone out there should consider advancing their education through this program and the potential benefits of doing so.Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/Resources & Links:Master of Laboratory Animal Science MLAS - Drexel University College of MedicineDrexel University Online | Drexel OnlineAmericans for Medical ProgressAmericans for Medical Progress COVID-19 ResourcesFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
30. Marmosets: The (mon)Key to Understanding Alzheimer's Disease
Dec 14 2022
30. Marmosets: The (mon)Key to Understanding Alzheimer's Disease
Lab Rat Chat - Episode 30 with Dr. Agnès LacreuseIn this episode of Lab Rat Chat, Jeff and Danielle chat with Dr. Agnès Lacreuse, PhD, who is a researcher at the University of Massachusetts in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences Department.She utilizes nonhuman primates in her research in order to better understand neurocognitive aging and pathological aging processes, such as those involved in Alzheimer's disease. Two-thirds of Alzheimer's disease cases in humans are women. 2/3 of AD cases in humans are women. For this reason, we also aim to understand how changes in sex hormones, especially estrogens, affect brain and cognitive aging in females.Topics discussed in this episode:Dr. Lacreuse's extensive and impressive background and her journey to get where he's at in her career today.What Alzheimer's disease is, who is primarily affected, how it develops, and the estimated number of people living with the disease in the United States.Why nonhuman primates, particularly Marmosets, are best suited to study Alzheimer's compared to rodents, and why alternative models (e.g., organs on a chip, computer models, etc.) are not viable options.The future application of her research on the human population and what it means for those predisposed or already suffering from the devastating effects of Alzheimer's.Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/Resources & Links:Animal models of Alzheimer’s disease embrace diversity | Lab Animal (nature.com)Americans for Medical ProgressAmericans for Medical Progress COVID-19 ResourcesFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - October 2022
Oct 31 2022
News Bite - October 2022
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:How mice, and many other species, benefit from having fat in their bodies.Needless jet injection technology?!Reviving organs in pigs HOURS after deathWhy elephants don't get cancer - we bet you've never even thought about this but it's quite incredible  Links to all these stories can be found belowSign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                         Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support the podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/            Resources & Links:Benefits of Fat in the Body Story:https://www.the-scientist.com/news-opinion/how-fat-cells-help-kick-parasites-out-of-mice-study-70627Needleless Jet Injection Story:https://www.biospace.com/article/on-the-horizon-needle-free-vaccination-could-offer-better-protection-and-access-/Reviving Pig Organs After Death Story:https://www.science.org/content/article/pig-organs-revived-1-hour-after-animals-deathElephants and Cancer Story: https://m.dailykos.com/stories/2022/10/23/2130664/-Top-Comments-Elephants-Rarely-Get-Cancer-WhyAll Lab Rat Chat episodes are professionally edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - September 2022
Oct 3 2022
News Bite - September 2022
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:Kinda Baboons and how their social structure affects their developmentHow whale brains are protected through their special blood vesselsTestosterone - a cuddling hormone?!Dogs and their ability to smell when we're stressed out Links to all these stories can be found below Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                         Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support the podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Follow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!             Resources & Links:Study: Baby Kinda baboons become independent faster if moms are social, dominant (phys.org)Study Finds That Testosterone Promotes “Cuddling” (scitechdaily.com)Clumps of blood vessels protect dolphin and whale brains during dives | Science NewsDogs can smell when we're stressed out, a new study shows (nbcnews.com)Tour an Animal Research LaboratoryAmericans for Medical Progress All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
29. Sweet, Drunk Monkeys
Sep 23 2022
29. Sweet, Drunk Monkeys
Lab Rat Chat - Episode 29 with Dr. Kyle FlippoIn this episode of Lab Rat Chat, Jeff chats with Dr. Kyle Flippo, PhD, who is a postdoc in the University of Iowa Neuroscience and Pharmacology Department.   He studies the role of endocrine signaling in the CNS in regulating metabolism, amongst other things.  One of his current research projects has explored the role of a hormone (FGF21) in suppressing alcohol consumption in monkeys. Not only is this promising for providing a treatment for alcohol use disorders, they've also found this hormone plays a major role in reducing sugar intake as well.  This research is really groundbreaking stuff and thankfully we have scientists out there like Dr. Flippo who works compassionately with laboratory animals to make these sorts of discoveries.Topics discussed in this episode:Dr. Flippo's extensive and impressive background and his journey to get where he's at in her career today.The prevalence of alcoholism in the United States and why Dr. Flippo decided to pursue this area of research.Why vervet monkeys are best suited to study alcohol addiction compared to rodents and why alternative models (e.g., organs on a chip, computer models, etc.) are not viable options.The future application of this research on the human populationPurchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/Resources & Links:A Molecule Tested in Higher Primates Reduced Alcohol Consumption By Half | Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (bbrfoundation.org)Americans for Medical ProgressAmericans for Medical Progress COVID-19 ResourcesFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - August 2022
Aug 23 2022
News Bite - August 2022
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:Zombie spiders - not quite as horrifying as it soundsRegeneration and restoration of heart cells in micemRNA cancer vaccine developmentA pacemaker implanted into a mini-donkeyAn update on the rare colorful lobster news stories Links to all these stories can be found below Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                         Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support the podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Follow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!             Resources & Links:Scientists created 'zombie' spiders — and people are freaking out: 'So f--ked up' (nypost.com)New Technology Repairs and Regenerates Heart Cells After a Heart Attack (scitechdaily.com)mRNA Cancer Vaccine Elicits T Cell Response and Eliminates Tumors in Mice (genengnews.com)Mini donkey successfully receives pacemaker to manage fatal heart condition (dvm360.com)Tour an Animal Research LaboratoryAmericans for Medical Progress All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
28. Autism-like Traits and Sleep Apnea
Aug 12 2022
28. Autism-like Traits and Sleep Apnea
Lab Rat Chat - Episode 28 with Dr. Amanda VanderplowIn this episode of Lab Rat Chat, Danielle and Jeff chat with Dr. Amanda Vanderplow, a PhD research scientist in the Cahill Lab of Neuroscience Research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.   She studies dendritic spine plasticity and how synaptic alterations contribute to neuropsychiatric disorders.  In other words, she much smarter than the rest of us.  One of her current research projects discovers a potential link between sleep apnea and autism-like behaviors. This could be one of those breakthrough discoveries that allows us to prevent and/or reduce the rising prevalence of autism-like behaviors in society today, and we have Dr. Vanderplow, her team, and her rats, to thank for discovering this link. Topics discussed in this episode:Dr. Vanderplow's extensive and impressive background and her journey to get where she's at in her career today.What sleep apnea is and how prevalent the disorder is in society; the numbers will shock you.How a rat sleep apnea model was developed and how the data regarding autism-like behaviors in animals translate into the human world.The future application of this research and her recent discoveriesPurchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/Resources & Links:Cahill Lab of Neuroscience Research – UW–Madison (wisc.edu)Mothers' sleep apnea may increase risk of autism-like changes in their male offspring (medicalxpress.com)Americans for Medical ProgressAmericans for Medical Progress COVID-19 ResourcesFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - July 2022
Jul 21 2022
News Bite - July 2022
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:A promising new drug to prevent and slow the progression of Parkinson's diseasePain relief in the form of implantable nerve cooling devicesHow sound and music can reduce both chronic and acute painDanielle's true calling in life, creating tiny adorable mouse villages Links to all these stories can be found below Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                         Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support the podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Follow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!             Resources & Links:New potential drug for Parkinson's -  https://www.science.org/content/article/experimental-drug-targets-early-stages-parkinson-sNerve cooling pain relief story - https://www.aaas.org/news/miniature-implantable-nerve-coolers-enable-targeted-pain-relief?adobe_mc=MCMID%3D41208732208569100191553672894342571103%7CMCORGID%3D242B6472541199F70A4C98A6%2540AdobeOrg%7CTS%3D1658425655Sound and pain relief - https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/05/220524100557.htmAnonymous miniature mouse displays - https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/06/22/metro/swedish-art-group-anonymouse-installs-detailed-miniature-displays-around-boston/Tour an Animal Research LaboratoryAmericans for Medical Progress All Lab Rat Chat episodes arSupport the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/
News Bite - June 2022
Jun 23 2022
News Bite - June 2022
News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:The ability of animals to detect harsh speaking tonesBats and echolocationFirst-ever study showing that headbutting animals can and do suffer from traumatic brain injuriesA new incredible imaging technology to image the middle and inner ear Links to all these stories can be found below Sign up for the Lab Rat Chat newsletter!https://www.amprogress.org/raising-voices/lab-rat-chat/                                         Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support the podcast and biomedical research!https://labratchat.myteespring.co/Follow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!             Resources & Links:Traumatic Brain Injuries and Headbutting Animals Story - https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.newsweek.com/head-cases-horned-animals-damage-their-brains-head-butting-each-other-say-scientists-1708397%3famp=1Middle Ear Imaging Technology Story - https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphot.2022.929574/fullAnimals Interpretating Harsh Speaking Tones Story - https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/05/220524100557.htmBats and Echolocation Story - https://neuroscience.ucdavis.edu/news/bat-brains-organized-echolocation-and-flightTour an Animal Research LaboratoryAmericans for Medical Progress All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/ Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!https://twitter.com/thelabratchat https://www.facebook.com/labratchat https://www.instagram.com/thelabratchat All Lab Rat Chat episodes are edited by Audionauts: https://audionauts.pro/