5 Live Science Podcast Titans of Science: Dame Sally Davies
Oct 15, 2023
Titans of Science: Dame Sally Davies, English scientist, discusses her career as the former chief medical officer and her mission to combat the antibiotic apocalypse. Other interesting topics include the rise of bed bugs, genetically modified pig organs for transplants, and the impact of the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Rise and Survival of Bedbugs
01:49 • 9min
Genetically Modified Pig Organs for Transplants
10:37 • 5min
The Rise of Nittazines and the Need for Overdose Prevention Centers
15:24 • 11min
Origins of the Spanish Flu and Ethical Dilemmas in Medicine
26:39 • 2min
Introducing Dame Sally Davies: A Journey from Science and Music to Medicine
28:55 • 6min
From Practicing Hematology to Research and Development
34:40 • 15min
Moving On and Leaving a Lasting Legacy
49:37 • 5min