Ep. 29: Brain Science Podcast Featuring Dr. Ginger Campbell

Oct 13, 2014

Dr. Ginger Campbell, a physician and the engaging host of the Brain Science Podcast, dives into fascinating concepts in neuroscience. She discusses near-death experiences and the implications of recent studies on brain function and memory. The conversation touches on innovative research in diabetes management and the intriguing relationship between sleep and cancer treatments. Plus, there's a humorous rant on the latest iPhone size, blending science with everyday life. Campbell's insights bridge complex topics with accessibility, making it a captivating listen!

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Intro

00:00 • 3min

Podcast Updates and Exciting Events

02:36 • 6min

Recent Scientific Insights on Health and Well-being

08:12 • 3min

Exploring Scientific Discoveries and Nobel Prize Celebrations

10:55 • 2min

Innovations in Science and Research Funding

13:14 • 21min

Innovations in Diabetes Research and Neuroscience

34:43 • 20min

Vaccinations and Brain Fitness

54:49 • 18min

Controversies in Neuroscience and a Rant on iPhone Size

01:12:36 • 5min

Guest: Dr. Ginger Campbell, host of the brain science podcast, joins the SCP where we discuss her podcast and different "brainy" topics. We close the show ranting about the iPhone 6. Resources and Links Near-Death Experiences? Results of the World's Largest Medical Study of the Human Mind and Consciousness at Time of Death A Synthetic Stimulant Never Tested in Humans, 1,3-dimethylbutylamine (DMBA), Is Identified in Multiple Dietary Supplements Tumors Might Grow Faster at Night Sugar Linked to Memory Problems in Adolescent Rats The Ancient Heritage of Water Ice in the Solar System The 2014 Nobel Prizes At A Glance Making Old Lungs Look Young Again Judgment and Decision-making: Brain Activity Indicates There Is More than Meets the Eye Peanut Allergy Misdiagnosed In 2 Out Of 3 Cases Solving the Mystery of the “Man in the Moon” Satellite Measurements Reveal Gravity Dip from Ice Loss in West Antarctica Olfactory Dysfunction Predicts 5-Year Mortality in Older Adults A Single Bout of Resistance Exercise Can Enhance Episodic Memory Performance Sensitivity and Specificity of the Empirical Lymphocyte Genome Sensitivity (Lgs) Assay: Implications for Improving Cancer Diagnostics Sleep Twitches Light up the Brain Cells From Placentas Safe for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis Research Shows Alcohol Sensations Influenced by Genes Aromatic-Turmerone Induces Neural Stem Cell Proliferation In Vitro and In Vivo Stem Cell Treatments Surging into Clinic First Patient Treated in Neuralstem Phase I Spinal Cord Injury Stem Cell Trial through the UC San Diego Sanford Stem Cell Clinical Center Japanese University May Strip Stem-Cell Scientist of Doctorate Young, Brilliant and Underfunded Studies Bring Tumeric to Stem Cell Research Success in Creating Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells Scientists Develop Barcoding Tools for Stem Cells Giant Step toward New Diabetes Treatment Generation of Functional Human Pancreatic β Cells In Vitro Efficient Differentiation of Human Pluripotent Stem Cells to Endothelial Progenitors via Small-Molecule Activation of WNT Signaling Maternal Inflammation Contributes to Brain Overgrowth and Autism-Associated Behaviors through Altered Redox Signaling in Stem and Progenitor Cells Photo Reference: Courtesy of Dr. Ginger Campbell Subscribe to our newsletter! Never miss updates about new episodes. Subscribe