Futureproof with Jonathan McCrea

Guest: Olwyn Morris, Audiologist and clinic owner of Medico Audiology

Guests:Dr Terence D. Capellini, Chair of Human Evolutionary Biology at Harvard UniversityDr Lara Dungan, ImmunologistDr Shane Bergin of UCD

Guest: Adrian Bracken, Professor of Chromatin Biology at the Smurfit Institute of Genetics, Trinity College Dublin

Guests:Dr Sherif Elsharkawy, Senior Clinical Lecturer in Prosthodontics, at the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences at King's College LondonDr Shelley Brady of DCUProfessor Oran Kennedy of the RCSI

With Dr David McKeown, Assistant Professor at the UCD Centre for Space Research.

Dr. Nicola Gardiner, Chief Medical Scientist specializing in CAR-T cell therapy, reveals the intricate processes behind T cell collection, cryopreservation, and genetic modification. She discusses how these engineered cells travel for treatment and their potential to revolutionize cancer care. Dr. Ruth Freeman shares fascinating updates on AI-generated antibiotics and the impacts of environmental factors on reproductive health. Their insights highlight the cutting-edge fusion of technology and medicine in the fight against cancer.

Guest: Eamonn Mallon, Professor of Evolutionary Biology at the University of Leicester

Ciara Greene, an expert in memory science and head of the Attention and Memory Laboratory at UCD, discusses the fascinating complexities of memory distortion, especially in legal contexts. She explains how memories are not merely retrieved but reconstructed, influenced by biases and narratives, affecting both complainants and the accused. Immunologist Lara Dungan and Tara Shine from Change By Degrees also touch on current science news, highlighting the implications of processing food and ethical dilemmas in health responses and conservation practices.

Patrick Condon, a former Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon and author, shares his wealth of experience in the world of eye care. He discusses groundbreaking advancements in cataract surgeries and laser treatments, highlighting personal triumphs in the field. Condon also delves into the evolution of eye treatments, focusing on the importance of prevention for diseases like diabetic retinopathy. Additionally, he explores the intricacies of corneal transplants and innovative glaucoma treatments, emphasizing their impact on patient outcomes.

Guests:Yale Neuroscientist Vaughn SteeleDr Shane Bergin, UCDSciene Writer Dr Claire O'Connell