Episodios

  • Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Connection in Medicine

    Beyond the Diagnosis: The Power of Connection in Medicine
    Sep 5 2024
    For David Frank, practicing medicine involves more than just the art and science. Throughout his career, he has been inspired by deeply personal connections. One connection is particularly meaningful. He holds the Christopher Brett Wolf Chair in Hematology and Medical Oncology, named for the beloved son of John and Cammie Rice. Frank keeps a photo of Chris on his desk as a reminder of the personal stories behind every research study or patient interaction.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
    Más Menos
    23 m
  • Breaking the Class Ceiling: The Power of Equitable Workplaces

    Breaking the Class Ceiling: The Power of Equitable Workplaces
    Sep 5 2024
    Andrea Dittmann’s research on inequality in the workplace stems from personal experience. As a graduate student working part-time in a restaurant, she saw a difference in how she was treated as a research student and a waitress. Now an assistant professor with expertise in organization and management, Dittmann examines the disparities between blue- and white-collar workers. She says schools and companies alike can create more welcoming opportunities for first-generation college students.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
    Más Menos
    28 m
  • Unlocking the Immune System: The Power of Vaccines

    Unlocking the Immune System: The Power of Vaccines
    Aug 19 2024
    The race to develop an effective COVID-19 vaccine showed the world just how powerful the immune system can be to prevent serious illness. Rafi Ahmed discusses how understanding the immune system is key to developing lifesaving vaccines. Ahmed, the Charles Howard Candler Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at Emory School of Medicine, directs the Emory Vaccine Center and is co-leader of the Cancer Immunology Research Program at Emory’s Winship Cancer Institute.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
    Más Menos
    24 m
  • Finding Common Ground: The Power of Debate

    Finding Common Ground: The Power of Debate
    Jun 27 2024
    Ed Lee knows a thing or two about the power of healthy discussion. As senior director of the Barkley Forum for Debate and senior director of inclusivity for Emory College, he says an effective argument brings differing views together to come up with a compromise to move forward. Lee shares his passion for discourse and explains how listening and reflecting can bring people together.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
    Más Menos
    30 m
  • Law and Economics: The Power of Money in the Courtroom

    Law and Economics: The Power of Money in the Courtroom
    Jun 3 2024
    Judges are seen as impartial arbiters of the law, but they are elected officials with different legal backgrounds. Joanna Shepherd, Thomas Simmons Professor of Law at Emory, studies the intersection of law and economics. Her research looks at judicial behavior to see whether factors like campaign contributions, tenure, and personal experiences influence judicial decisions. In some recent legal cases, she says, judges have acted more like politicians.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
    Más Menos
    36 m
  • Striking the Right Note: The Power of Music in Liberal Arts

    Striking the Right Note: The Power of Music in Liberal Arts
    May 20 2024
    Growing up in a multicultural home, Paul Bhasin was surrounded by diverse music—from Latin American pop songs to vintage Bollywood soundtracks. Now an accomplished orchestral trumpeter, Bhasin conducts the Emory University Symphony Orchestra, directs the Emory Youth Symphony Orchestra, and serves as interim chair for the department of music at Emory. He says music is a core academic subject rather than an extracurricular activity, making Emory a distinctive destination.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
    Más Menos
    35 m
  • Groundswell: The Power of Community Science

    Groundswell: The Power of Community Science
    Mar 29 2024
    Eri Saikawa, professor and environmental scientist at Emory, is researching soil and air quality in communities around the world to better understand the impacts of climate change. Saikawa looks at the relationship between climate change and health, particularly in vulnerable communities that are disproportionately affected by severe weather events. She believes that community awareness and everyday actions can spur positive action and create a healthier planet.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
    Más Menos
    23 m
  • Changing Care: The Power of Diversity in Medicine

    Changing Care: The Power of Diversity in Medicine
    Mar 4 2024
    When Nanette K. Wenger, renowned cardiologist and professor at Emory, began practicing medicine, research on heart disease in women was nonexistent. Wenger’s pioneering work changed how the medical field understands and treats heart attacks and cardiovascular health in women. Now 65 years on, she continues to advocate for women’s health. Wenger sees the increasing representation of women in medicine as a driver for improved research, drug development, and patient care.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
    Más Menos
    23 m