Scientific Sense ®
Gill Eapen
Scientific Sense ® is an invigorating podcast that delves into the intricate tapestry of Science and Economics, serving as a nexus for intellectual exploration and fervor. This daily venture engages listeners by conversing with preeminent academics, unraveling their research, and unveiling emerging concepts across a diverse array of fields. Scientific Sense ® thoughtfully examines multifaceted themes such as the frameworks of worker rights and policy, the philosophical underpinnings of truth and its pursuit within academia, and constitutional discourse within divided societies.
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Jan 10, 2026 • 1h 4min
Prof. Rita McGrath of Columbia Business School on Seeing Around Corners.
Decision Options ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Rita McGrath is professor of strategy and innovation at Columbia Business School. Her recent book is Seeing Around Corners: How to Spot Inflection Points in Business Before They Happen. Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
Jan 8, 2026 • 51min
Dr. Nadine Dijkstra of UCL on reality and imagination
Scientific Sense ® by Gill Eapen: Dr. Nadine Dijkstra is a Senior Research Fellow at UCL, specializing in cognitive neuroscience. Her research focuses on the computational and neural mechanisms of mental imagery, utilizing a combination of neuroimaging, psychophysics, machine learning, and computational modeling. Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
Dec 22, 2025 • 59min
Prof. Scott Anthony of Dartmouth on Eleven Innovations that Shaped Our Modern World
Decision Options ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Scott Anthony is a clinical professor at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, where his research and teaching focuses on the adaptive challenges of disruptive change. Scott’s latest book is Epic Disruptions: 11 Innovations that Shaped Our Modern WorldPlease subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
Dec 13, 2025 • 51min
Prof. Kevin Gaston of Univ. of Exeter on night time ecology.
Professor Kevin Gaston, Emeritus Professor of Biodiversity and Conservation at the University of Exeter, delves into the often-overlooked world of nighttime ecology. He highlights the ecological impact of artificial light, discussing how it disrupts wildlife navigation and human sleep patterns. Kevin argues that managing artificial light is a feasible environmental challenge and emphasizes designing urban spaces to minimize light intrusion. He also reflects on the evolutionary implications of nocturnal changes and the critical role of darkness in conserving biodiversity.
Dec 5, 2025 • 43min
Prof. Katrine Løken of the Norwegian School of Economics on parental leave, prison, and brain drain.
Scientific Sense ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Katrine Løken is Professor of Economics at the Norwegian School of Economics. Her main research interests are in early investments in children, and the long-term outcomes and effects of different social policies.Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
Dec 3, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ms. Amber Case of Calm Technology Institute on the principles and patterns for non-intrusive design.
Decision Options ® by Gill Eapen: Ms. Amber Case is the founder and research director of the Calm Technology Institute that aims to establish partnerships with companies to promote and integrate the principles of Calm Tech into their current and future product lines. Her book is Calm Technology PRINCIPLES AND PATTERNS FOR NON-INTRUSIVE DESIGN. Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
Nov 24, 2025 • 60min
Dr. Christof Koch of the Allen Institute on Consciousness
Scientific Sense ® by Gill Eapen: Dr. Christof Koch is a Meritorious Investigator at the Allen Institute. His writings and interests integrate theoretical, computational and experimental neuroscience with philosophy and contemporary trends, in particular artificial intelligence. His latest book is then I am myself the world: WHAT CONSCIOUSNESS IS AND HOW TO EXPAND IT.Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 3min
Prof. Paola Sapienza of Stanford on Long-Term Orientation and Educational Performance
Scientific Sense ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Paola Sapienza is Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, where she co-directs the Initiative on Immigration. Previously she was Professor of Finance at Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management. Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
Nov 15, 2025 • 50min
Prof. Danielle Allen of Harvard University on Justice By Means of Democracy.
Scientific Sense ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Danielle Allen is Professor of political philosophy, ethics, and public policy. at Harvard University. She is a professor of political philosophy, ethics, and public policy. As a scholar, she currently concentrates on the Democratic Knowledge Project and on the Democracy Renovation Project. Her latest book is Justice By Means Of Democracy.Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
Nov 9, 2025 • 1h
Prof. Jonathan Moreno of the University of Pennsylvania on Psychodrama, Culture, and the Network.
Scientific Sense ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Jonathan Moreno is University Professor Emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania. He has published more than a thousand papers, articles, reviews and op-eds and has been translated into several languages. His latest book is Impromptu Man. J.L. Moreno and the Origins of Psychodrama, Encounter Culture, and the Social Network.Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1
