Finding Genius Podcast

How can camels conserve water so efficiently? By examining how their body handles cholesterol, the key may not just be the humps. Listen in to learn: How long camels can survive with no water If one gene is responsible for hydration Why cholesterol gives insight into hydration Fernando Alvira, an Honorary Research Associate at the University of Bristol, Murphy group, shares his research examining the secret to camel's high hydration efficiency.  Many other mammals rely on water every few days to remain alive, but camels can go for weeks on just a single standard hydration. While not entirely clear how, finding the genetic characteristics that make this possible may lead to new insights in our own bodies.  As the search for the specific gene in question remains ongoing, cholesterol in the camel's body shows promise. Hopefully, while perfect knowledge of the exact reason may elude us for now, narrowing the targeted research can make incremental progress. Visit https://ecoevocommunity.nature.com/posts/multiomic-analysis-of-the-arabian-camel-camelus-dromedarius-kidney-reveals-a-role-for-cholesterol-in-water-conservation to learn more.  Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C  

Is there more than meets the eye with CBD? Due to its array of benefits across many ailments, you may find it can help more than you think. Listen up to learn: What distinguishes CBD from marijuana  How CBD helps with pain Why topical treatment may be the best Matt Parks, the Founder and CEO of One Less CBD, share his work developing and producing the highest quality CBD products that can help when other treatments have fallen short.  CBD is a cannabinoid that binds to your body receptors and provides a host of benefits, from pain relief to mental health benefits. Since the government has finally removed it from the controlled substance list, new work and developments have only expanded the benefits already known.  While many products offer ingestible solutions, it appears topical treatments may be the most effective and efficient solution. In the future, additions to the creams may improve delivery to the body, and pain patches may even emerge on the market.  Visit onelesscbd.com for more information. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C  

Can we finally get a look into a tumor with cerebrospinal fluid? Using CNSide, Biocept may have found the answer. Press play to learn: How the fluid is concentrated for examination The validity of the metastatic chain Where the process can work most effectively Michael Dugan, MD, Biocept’s Senior Vice President, shares his work using new technology to better look into cancer tumors and metastasis.  Previous iterations of biopsies for tumors in the body are highly invasive and difficult to perform. However, with the new technology of CNSide, the implementation of cerebrospinal fluid can make the process much easier. With a better look into the tumors, a more targeted approach can be used for patient treatment. Additionally, since it can be easier to get a cell count, treatment efficacy can be more effectively gauged along the way.  Visit biocept.com/cnside-assay/ to learn more! Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Is graphene oxide the real killer we face in recent times? Due to its high toxicity and unique structure, it may not be the miracle solution we think. Listen up to learn: What graphene oxide is meant to be used for How graphene oxide relates to GMOs The impact on fertility caused by graphene oxide Dr. Bill McGraw, the author of Mercury: The Ultimate Truth and Chronic Disease, shares a warning about a prevalent and toxic chemical widely found in increasingly increased amounts.  While initially touted for its myriad revolutionary uses, graphene oxide may be much more dangerous than its benefits warrant. Yet, despite the hesitations of professionals globally, the use and spread of graphene oxide continue to proliferate. In these turbulent times we face today, graphene oxide has become more used than ever, leading to increased and more direct toxicity. However, the more each of us learns, the more protected we can be against inaccurate information. Visit newaquatechpanama.com to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Most of us go to the doctor after we’re already sick—which usually makes treatment more difficult. But what if there was an easy-to-use early warning system that could tell us when and how we are headed in an unhealthy direction? Well, now there is. Press play to learn: How Advanced Human Imaging (AHI) can not only alert you to your risk of developing certain diseases, but optimize your experience with online shopping for clothes How the AHI transdermal imaging capability can measure your blood flow, heart rate, blood pressure, etc. The correlation between common chronic diseases and the size of your waistline Whether set by ourselves or recommended by doctors, personal trainers, or nutritionists, we almost all have health and fitness goals. But having goals is only half the story: we need an easy way to see whether we’re meeting them—or at least making progress. AHI is a mobile phone-based digital technology that can help us do just that. CEO of AHI, Vlado Bosanac, explains how and why this technology came to be what it is today, how it can be used to get core measurements and body fat percentage, and why this will give people a thorough understanding of their own personal risk for certain diseases. Check out www.advancedhumanimaging.com to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

It sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie: people in a lab, printing human body parts composed of real, living tissues. But for the team at 3DBio Therapeutics, it’s just another day at the “office.” Press play to learn: The most common problems with synthetic implants How 3D bioprinting can aid in the creation of complex living tissues, like an ear or a nose The easiest and most difficult types of tissues to implant in the human body (and why) Daniel Cohen, Ph.D. is Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder of 3DBio Therapeutics, a company that aims to create complex living tissues that can be implanted in the human body to treat various conditions. Some areas of the body accept synthetic implants well, while others don’t. The team at 3D Biotherapeutics are focused on the areas that present the greatest challenges when it comes to synthetic implants. Cohen explains the detailed process of creating living tissues using bioprinting techniques, and how they are able to recreate complex structures like human ears. He also discusses what this technology can and can’t currently accomplish, and where he sees it going. Tune in to hear the full conversation, and learn more at https://3dbiocorp.com/. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

How can we gain a better understanding surrounding the control over metastasis throughout the body? Through mouse and human study, we can start to understand why and how tumors metastasize. Press play to learn: How tumors metastasize once the primary tumor is removed  Why metastatic cancer is so dangerous What makes a tumor cell survive in unfavorable conditions Yibin Kang, a Warner-Lambert/Parke-Davis Professor of Molecular Biology, shares his work with cancer metastasis and finding solutions to mitigate risks within humans once the primary tumor has been removed.  While everyone knows the danger of cancer and how it can affect the body, it may be revealed that metastatic cancer is the real killer. Since it is much harder to control the spread and location of metastasis, treatment can be challenging to pinpoint, leaving the patient vulnerable. Since the nature of cancer remains a relative mystery, the mathematical analysis may shed light on the ins and outs of the disease. Furthermore, by removing the silos of study surrounding cancer, collaboration is the hope to find future solutions.  For more information, search for @yibinkang on Twitter. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Could your seemingly insurmountable anxiety or depression be a little simpler than it feels? The answer might surprise you, and then change your life. Tune in to discover: Why some people with high levels of anxiety also have electrolyte imbalances How a genetic inability to process some supplements can lead to severe symptoms of anxiety or depression Why the doctor might tell you your levels of B12 are too high, when in reality you are deficient in it (and what to do about it!) Why vitamin D deficiency is so widespread, and how it’s associated with depression and anxiety Returning guest, Sandy Bevacqua, has a PhD in molecular and cellular biology, and is an expert on the connection between biochemistry and anxiety and depression. No matter who is sitting before her and no matter what their ailment, Bevacqua always begins by getting a very detailed medical history and biochemical picture. Her goal is to get to the cause of anxiety and depression, which she says is almost always related to a person’s biochemistry and genetic ability to process certain supplements or produce certain enzymes. She dives into the details of many common problems underlying anxiety and depression, which biochemical deficiencies are more associated with anxiety as opposed to depression (and vice versa), and how to seek help. Bevacqua has a wealth of invaluable information on this topic. This isn’t one to miss. Press play now, and visit https://drsandybevacqua.com/ to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

How can each of us make minor adjustments in our lifestyle to enhance our holistic wellness on the whole? By working through several layers of treatment, any form of healing can be possible. Press play to learn: How the transactional model harms healing Why the traditional office space may be harming you and what you can do What the future of work may look like Steve Young, the Chief Solutionite of BodySolutions, shares his work helping folks heal and find wellness, regardless of their situation. From his origins as a physical therapist, Steve has found a greater calling helping people find happiness and health in alternative fashions. By eliminating the transactional model of treatment, much greater opportunities can be found. Through new technologies like augmented reality and varied ideas of how work can be done, the promotion of health and happiness can take center stage. An example of this can already be seen in one of the largest real estate companies, leading to great success. Visit drsteveyoung.com to find additional resources. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Is the average mental health of society deteriorating? Based on unfortunate new statistics and behaviors among young people, it may be the case. Listen in to learn: The common causes of depression and anxiety in young people The type of research Véronique Tomaszewski engages in What sets Gestalt therapy apart Véronique Tomaszewski, a pre-licensed clinician at the Gestalt Institute of Toronto and a member of the Canadian Association of Psychodynamic Therapy, shares her experience helping patients cope with growing feelings of anxiety and depression. Since young people are faced with increasingly complex issues, there is an increase in the severity of anxiety and depression. Therefore, whether it is genetic or situation-based, the need for coping strategies and solutions continues to grow. One set of ideas that have been successful in helping people of all ages is personal growth through mindfulness and various other strategies. Additionally, Gestalt therapy techniques have shown great promise when it is used to enhance mental health. Visit gestalt.on.ca for more information. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C