Gryphon CAST

Like mother, like child: Generational responses to environmental stressors with Dr. Michael Lim

In this episode, GryphonCAST alumnus Michael Lim returns to talk with Mackenzie and Amanda about his recently published PhD research. Can zebrafish mothers prepare their offspring to deal with warming water and decreased oxygen?

Episode 12 - Herd immunity in Serengeti; John Fryxell & Modelling Predator-Prey Dynamics

In this episode, Amanda and Mackenzie chat with Dr. John Fryxell (Department of Integrative Biology) about his work on modelling the stability of predator-prey dynamics. Does travelling in herds protect prey from encountering a predator?

Episode 11 - Do late bloomers get the bees? Christina Caruso & Floral Plasticity

In this episode, Amanda and Michael chat with Dr. Chris Caruso (Department of Integrative Biology) about her work on floral plasticity amidst declining pollinator numbers. How quickly can plants adapt to fewer bees buzzing about, and can we be hopeful about their ability to thrive despite this challenge?
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Episode 10 - Gryphon CAST Special

To celebrate this milestone, Michael chats with a few members of the Gryphon CAST team! This includes Ian Smith, Sarah Bates, and co-hosts Lior Boguslavski and Amanda Reside. What are their thoughts on science communication, and what advice do they have for you?
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Episode 09 - Hypoxia and tumors and breast cancer, oh (neuropeptide) Y!; Sydney Pascetta & Neuropeptide Y Signaling

In this episode, Michael chats with PhD student Sydney Pascetta (Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology) about her work on neuropeptide Y, its receptors, and breast cancer. What does neuropeptide Y do, and how might studying it change our understanding of cell signaling?
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Episode 08 - A mouthful of sugar helps the (perceived) exhaustion stay down; Lawrence Spriet, Danielle Nyman, & Carbohydrate Mouth Rinsing

In this episode, Michael chats with Dr. Lawrence Spriet and Danielle Nyman (Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences) about their work on carbohydrate mouth rinsing and ice hockey performance. What benefits does carbohydrate mouth rinsing provide, and how might you incorporate it into your exercise routine? 
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Episode 07 - Testing the (toxic) waters; René Shahmohamadloo & Algal Blooms

In this episode, Michael and Amanda chat with Dr. René Shahmohamadloo (Department of Integrative Biology) about his research on toxic algal blooms. What makes them harmful, and how should we shift our perspectives to better understand them?
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Episode 06 - Spilling the beans about heart-healthy foods; Alison Duncan & Bean Diets

In this episode, Michael is joined by Lior to chat with Dr. Alison Duncan (Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences) about her research on the health benefits of a bean diet. What benefits do beans provide, and how should you change your diet to get those benefits? 
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Episode 05 - Synthesizing cannabis compounds is a ‘budding’ industry; Kelly Boddington & Bibenzyl Synthesis

In this episode, we chat with post-doc Kelly Boddington (Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology) about their research on synthesizing new cannabis compounds. What makes bibenzyls special, and how does understanding synthesis pathways impact the natural product market?
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Episode 04 - Not all areas are protected equal; Leo Custode & Protected Areas

In this episode, we chat with Master's student Leonardo Custode (Department of Integrative Biology) about their research on different types of protected areas in Canada. What makes these protected areas different, and what do these differences mean for protecting animals and increasing species richness?
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