Fred Ramsdell

Fred Ramsdell, a Nobel Prize-winning research scientist, shares his surprise at winning the award while hiking, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in scientific achievement. Vamarr Hunter recounts an emotional story of reuniting with his birth mother, Lenore Lindsey, who owns his favorite bakery. The podcast also highlights Héctor Bellerín's commitment to sustainability in football, promoting eco-friendly practices. Plus, learn about the remarkable recovery of green turtles and a unique cafe empowering the homeless through employment.

Dr. Fred Ramsdell, a Nobel Prize winner for his groundbreaking work on regulatory T cells, shares the surprising way he learned about his win while off-the-grid. He delves into the therapeutic potentials of these cells in treating autoimmune diseases. Dr. César de la Fuente, a bioengineering professor, discusses his innovative approach using AI to discover new antibiotics from ancient archaea. With a staggering success rate against bacteria, his research aims to combat the growing issue of antibiotic resistance.

Eli Sharabi, an Israeli man held hostage by Hamas for nearly 500 days, shares his harrowing experiences of captivity, including starvation and resilience, and reflects on the personal tragedy of losing his family. Meanwhile, Fred Ramsdell, a Nobel Prize-winning immunologist, discusses his groundbreaking research on immune regulation, revealing how it could reshape therapies for autoimmune diseases and cancer. The discussion also touches on the profound impact of the October 7th attacks on the region and the shifting prospects for peace.