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People Behind the Science
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Dr. Marie McNeely explores the lives & experiences of the people behind today's exciting scientific discoveries. We make science interesting and accessible through storytelling in our people-focused science podcast.

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People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · Nov 19
We started putting together a Starter Pack for science podcasts & podcasters to help everyone find new shows and connect with old favorites. Reply or send us a message to be added or removed from the list! We're excited to see the science community growing on Bluesky!

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Sometimes even the best-laid plans have to change. Dr. Bryan Cassone discussed his early pivot from pharmacy to #biology, & how he's never looked back. He shared stories about his 1st research grant, traveling the world for field work, football, & more!
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There is a photo of Dr. Bryan Cassone on the left. He is a white man with short brown hair and brown eyes. He is wearing a purple button-down shirt over a gray undershirt. He is standing in front of a white cinderblock wall and is smiling at the camera. On the right, the text reads, "Episode 848 featuring Dr. Bryan Cassone". The cover art for the People Behind the Science Podcast appears below.
January 19, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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Dr. Natalia Vergara uses stem cells to understand how the retina forms during development and how it degenerates during disease. She aims to develop therapies to help patients who suffer from vision loss.

Learn more about her life & research:
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847: Dr. Natalia Vergara: Scientist with Her Sights Set on Using Stem Cells to Study and Treat Retinal Degeneration - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:43:01) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:43:01 847: Dr. Natalia Vergara: Scientist with Her Sights Set on Using Stem Cells to Study and Treat Retinal Degeneration Apple Podca...
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January 12, 2026 at 5:26 PM
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Dr. Randy Blakely studies how #neurons control signaling, & how different drugs impact neurotransmitters. He's interested in how normal neurotransmitter regulation, & changes due to drugs, ultimately impact behavior.

Learn more about his life & career:
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846: Dr. Randy Blakely: Studying the Genetics and Mechanisms of Specialized Proteins in the Brain that Regulate Neurotransmission - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:58:58) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:58:58 846: Dr. Randy Blakely: Studying the Genetics and Mechanisms of Specialized Proteins in the Brain that Regulate Neurotransmissi...
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January 5, 2026 at 10:30 PM
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This was a fun conversation with a wonderful scientist doing cool research at the intersection of quantum mechanics, biophysics, biomedical engineering, & #neuroscience! We covered a range of topics from light-emitting cells in the brain to lab Olympics, travel mishaps, advice, and more!

#scicomm 🧪
pbtscience.bsky.social People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 25d
Don't be afraid to be different. Being unconventional is a strength for @msahsorin.bsky.social, including in her work on the physical signals our bodies use to control plasticity, regeneration, & health. She shares key experiences that shaped her life.👩‍🔬
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December 29, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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Thank you Marie for holding a (digital) space for one of the most *real* conversations I've had in a long time.

“Do not fear to be eccentric in opinion, for every opinion now accepted was once eccentric.” — Bertrand Russell
pbtscience.bsky.social People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · 25d
Don't be afraid to be different. Being unconventional is a strength for @msahsorin.bsky.social, including in her work on the physical signals our bodies use to control plasticity, regeneration, & health. She shares key experiences that shaped her life.👩‍🔬
www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-nirosha-m...
There is a headshot photo of Dr. Nirosha Murugan on the left. On the right, the text reads, "Episode 845 featuring Dr. Nirosha Murugan". Below, the cover art for the People Behind the Science podcast is displayed.
December 30, 2025 at 12:07 AM
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Don't be afraid to be different. Being unconventional is a strength for @msahsorin.bsky.social, including in her work on the physical signals our bodies use to control plasticity, regeneration, & health. She shares key experiences that shaped her life.👩‍🔬
www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-nirosha-m...
There is a headshot photo of Dr. Nirosha Murugan on the left. On the right, the text reads, "Episode 845 featuring Dr. Nirosha Murugan". Below, the cover art for the People Behind the Science podcast is displayed.
December 29, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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Dr. Sonia Contera is working to understand the #physics that allow biological systems to build nano-scale molecules into cells, organs, tissues, and organisms. Her research ranges from pancreatic tumor treatments to how plants grow.

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👩‍🔬 #scicomm #science
532: Dr. Sonia Contera: Applying Physics and Nanotechnology to Understand Mechanics and Shape in Biological Systems - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (00:41:31) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:0000:41:31 532: Dr. Sonia Contera: Applying Physics and Nanotechnology to Understand Mechanics and Shape in Biological Systems Apple Pod...
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December 22, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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Dr. Donovan German studies how food moves through the gut, which enzymes are secreted during digestion, what microbes are there, & what role the microbes play. He particularly focuses on animals with unusual diets. Learn more:
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#scicomm #science #biology
843: Dr. Donovan German: Breaking Down the Mysteries of Digestion in Animals With Unusual Diets - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:38:38) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:38:38 843: Dr. Donovan German: Breaking Down the Mysteries of Digestion in Animals With Unusual Diets Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSp...
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December 15, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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Thanks to Dr. McNeely @phdmarie.bsky.social for profiling our work and putting together such an awesome podcast on scientists--the people behind the work. #STEM And now that #Basal and #Tuft are quasi famous.... will have to post them here. ;)
Two sleepy orange girl cats named Basal and Tuft laying on their bean bag curled up togetherrrrrrr
December 10, 2025 at 3:13 AM
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Thanks to @innovativeresearch.bsky.social for their support of this week's #podcast episode with Dr. Trudy Oliver!

Visit innov-research.com to learn about their #reagents, #proteins, #antibodies, #assays, #biologicals, and more!

Episode link: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-trudy-oli... #science
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December 9, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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Knowing how #cancer starts can inform treatment & prevention. @tgoliver.bsky.social shares her discovery that small cell lung cancer likely originates from lung basal stem cells, stories of persisting through challenges, mentors who helped her on her path, and more! #scicomm 👩‍🔬

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842: Dr. Trudy Oliver: Investigating the Biology and Origins of Small Cell Lung Cancer - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:38:56) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:38:56 842: Dr. Trudy Oliver: Investigating the Biology and Origins of Small Cell Lung Cancer Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyPlay...
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December 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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How we can reduce damage early after a stroke and improve stroke recovery? Dr. Ian Winship shared details about his research, his career, and his life outside the lab in this #podcast episode:
www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-ian-winsh...

#scicomm #neurorehabilitation #stroke #neuroscience
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December 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Dr. Ana Spalding studies people’s perceptions of the ocean & coast, policy and management frameworks surrounding resource use in these areas, & the major cares, concerns, & conflicts people have related to coastal areas.

Learn more:
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840: Dr. Ana Spalding: Investigating Issues at the Intersection of People, Policy, and Marine and Coastal Environments - People Behind the Science Podcast
Dr. Ana Spalding is Assistant Professor of Marine and Coastal Policy and Affiliate Faculty at the Pacific Marine Energy Center at Oregon State University. She is also a Research Associate at the Smith...
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November 24, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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Our new episode with Dr. Scotty Yang has it all: A life-changing flyer about exploring the mountains at night, fire ants, spotted lanternflies, lab competitions, desk pets, scientific struggles, advice & a healthy dose of basketball!

Check it out here:
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839: Dr. Scotty Yang: Managing Ant Infestations and Invasions and Studying Ant-Pathogen Interactions - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:45:35) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:45:35 839: Dr. Scotty Yang: Managing Ant Infestations and Invasions and Studying Ant-Pathogen Interactions Apple PodcastsGoogle Podca...
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November 17, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Dr. Jonathan Payne studies interactions between the changes in earth’s environments & the #evolution of life on Earth. He focuses on large extinction events like asteroid impacts & volcanic eruptions, & how these impacted ocean life.

www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-jonathan-... #scicomm #science
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November 10, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Dr. Katie Whitehead's goal is to make the process of drug delivery more efficient by sending medicines only to specific parts of the body where they're needed. She's making new precision medicines using RNA & DNA, & developing new drug delivery systems.
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837: Dr. Kathryn Whitehead: Developing Novel Nature-Inspired Drug Delivery Systems - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:42:47) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:42:47 837: Dr. Kathryn Whitehead: Developing Novel Nature-Inspired Drug Delivery Systems Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyPlayer E...
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November 3, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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How do #emotions like boredom & anger impact our daily lives? Dr. Heather Lench describes her exciting #research, how she navigated different steps of her career & her interests in glassblowing & a variety of other hobbies.
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#scicomm #psychology #science
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October 27, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Dr. Uri Tabori works as a physician treating kids with #cancer, particularly brain tumors. Through his research, he is working to identify drugs and make new discoveries that may cure cancers or improve patients’ lives.

Learn more:
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835: Dr. Uri Tabori: Dedicated to Clinical Care and Conducting Research to Combat Childhood Cancers - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:38:04) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:38:04 835: Dr. Uri Tabori: Dedicated to Clinical Care and Conducting Research to Combat Childhood Cancers Apple PodcastsGoogle Podcas...
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October 21, 2025 at 12:19 AM
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We appreciate this amazing partnership with the team at @innovativeresearch.bsky.social! Thank you for helping us share the stories of scientists through our @pbtscience.bsky.social podcast!

#scicomm #science #STEM #podcasts #biotech #bio
pbtscience.bsky.social People Behind the Science @pbtscience.bsky.social · Oct 14
Thanks to @innovativeresearch.bsky.social for providing support for our new #podcast episode w/ Dr. Elaine Guevara!

Visit innov-research.com to learn about their #reagents, #proteins, #antibodies, #assays, & more!

Episode:
www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-elaine-gu...

#biology #science #scicomm
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October 14, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Thanks to @innovativeresearch.bsky.social for providing support for our new #podcast episode w/ Dr. Elaine Guevara!

Visit innov-research.com to learn about their #reagents, #proteins, #antibodies, #assays, & more!

Episode:
www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-elaine-gu...

#biology #science #scicomm
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October 14, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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What can we learn about brain aging by studying some of our closest relatives? Dr. Elaine Guevara shares stories about her career, exciting findings on key differences in age-related inflammation, field work in Madagascar, overcoming challenges, & more!
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October 13, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Dr. Kristen Lynch studies how cells decide when to use an entire part of their DNA vs when to exclude parts that aren't useful or may be harmful. She's examining alternative splicing in the immune system & what happens when cells face immune challenges.
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833: Dr. Kristen Lynch: Researching Alternative Splicing for Gene Regulation in the Immune System - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:37:37) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:37:37 833: Dr. Kristen Lynch: Researching Alternative Splicing for Gene Regulation in the Immune System Apple PodcastsGoogle Podcasts...
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October 7, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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Through his research, Dr. Nick Haddad searches for the rarest #butterflies in the world and works to understand what factors cause the decline of these butterflies and what we can do to conserve them.

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#scicomm #science #research #conservation
832: Dr. Nick Haddad: Recovering Rare and Endangered Butterfly Populations through Conservation Corridors and Other Strategies - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (1:00:12) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:001:00:12 832: Dr. Nick Haddad: Recovering Rare and Endangered Butterfly Populations through Conservation Corridors and Other Strategies ...
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September 30, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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Jacobs is emeritus professor in the Roy M. Huffington Department of Earth Sciences at SMU. He studies the fossils of animals with backbones to understand their evolution & how it fits together with the Earth & the environment, presenting a holistic picture of our world. 🦕🦖 🌍🧪@pbtscience.bsky.social
September 23, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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Dr. Louis Jacobs discusses how his career as a vertebrate paleontologist has taken him around the world to study #fossils & examine Earth's history. He shares stories from the field, scientific successes, interests outside of #science, & great advice.

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831: Dr. Louis Jacobs: Unearthing Ancient Fossils to Reveal the History of Life on Our Planet - People Behind the Science Podcast
Listen to the Episode Below (0:44:24) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:44:24 831: Dr. Louis Jacobs: Unearthing Ancient Fossils to Reveal the History of Life on Our Planet Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpot...
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September 22, 2025 at 2:39 PM