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  • What’s next for IBD care: Insights from a surgeon-scientist

    What’s next for IBD care: Insights from a surgeon-scientist
    2025/09/04

    The data is clear: inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s are on the rise worldwide. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Amy Lightner—VP of Clinical Development at Calibr-Skaggs and colorectal surgeon at Scripps Clinic—to explore what drives these diseases, an upcoming phase 2 clinical trial for a new regenerative medicine, and how she balances life between the operating room and the research lab.


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    Keywords and topics: Inflammatory bowel disease; Crohn’s disease; ulcerative colitis; colon cancer; pouchitis; IBD phase 2 clinical trial; CLF065; colorectal surgery


    Additional resources:

    • About Amy Lightner
    • ⁠LinkedIn - Amy Lightner⁠
    • Instagram - Lightner lab
    • Facebook - Lightner lab
    • Scripps Research Magazine
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    23 分
  • A word to the wise: Scientists offer their best career and life advice

    A word to the wise: Scientists offer their best career and life advice
    2025/06/05

    This year on Science Changing Life, we’ve had some amazing scientists join us to share their work, their stories and what drives them. There’s one question we love to ask our guests: What advice would you give to scientists just starting out?


    We compiled their refreshingly honest answers into one episode—hear what they had to say.

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    9 分
  • Wired for risk: The science of addiction and mental health

    Wired for risk: The science of addiction and mental health
    2025/04/23

    Depression and alcohol dependence are often seen as personal struggles—but decades of study by Scripps Research professor Cindy Ehlers reveal a much bigger picture. In this episode of Science Changing Life, Ehlers breaks down how biology, culture and trauma interact to shape mental health outcomes.


    Learn how her work is paving the way for more effective interventions, and how new strategies—like culturally grounded prevention programs and digital tools—can reduce harm in high-risk communities.


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    Ehlers lab: https://www.scripps.edu/ehlers/index.html

    Scripps Research Magazine: https://magazine.scripps.edu

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    21 分
  • Pathogens in the pipeline: How wastewater holds clues to the next pandemic

    Pathogens in the pipeline: How wastewater holds clues to the next pandemic
    2025/03/20

    What if the key to detecting the next pandemic was hidden in our wastewater? By analyzing pathogens found in sewage, scientists can track the spread of infections before they become widespread threats. In this episode of Science Changing Life, project scientist Josh Levy and PhD student Praneeth Gangavarapu explain how analyzing what goes down the drain can offer life-saving insights into the future of public health.

    Learn more about the role of wastewater surveillance in tracking a range of viruses—including SARS-CoV-2, H5N1 and even seasonal influenza.


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    Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/josh-levy.bsky.social, https://bsky.app/profile/praneethg.bsky.social

    Andersen lab: https://andersen-lab.com/

    Scripps Research Magazine: magazine.scripps.edu/

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    25 分
  • Virologist gives update on H5N1, mpox, and preparing for an uncertain future

    Virologist gives update on H5N1, mpox, and preparing for an uncertain future
    2025/02/20
    Roughly two years ago, virology expert and Scripps Research professor Sumit Chanda sat down with Science Changing Life to discuss all things pandemic preparedness and COVID-19. But the world is in a very different place now, with infectious disease threats like H5N1, mpox and Dengue virus on the rise. Chanda joins us once again to share the latest in the virology space, how scientists can be better communicators, and his advice for making sure we’re as prepared for an uncertain future as we can be. Instagram: instagram.com/thechandalab/ Chanda lab: chandalab.org/ Twitter/X: x.com/thechandalab Scripps Research Magazine: magazine.scripps.edu/
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    32 分
  • The long haul: Personal and scientific insights into long COVID

    The long haul: Personal and scientific insights into long COVID
    2025/01/16
    Long COVID affects millions of people worldwide, yet many questions about the condition remain unanswered. In this episode of Science Changing Life, Julia Moore Vogel, PhD, shares what it’s like to study—and live with—long COVID. As the senior director of the All of Us Research Program, Julia discusses how her experience has fueled innovative research to improve symptom management and health equity for patients with the condition. Listen in to learn how Julia transforms personal challenges into professional breakthroughs. Twitter: https://x.com/julialmv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliamoorevogel All of Us Research Program: https://www.joinallofus.org/ Scripps Research Magazine: magazine.scripps.edu/
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    25 分
  • Futureproof: Eric Topol on revolutionizing pandemic preparedness

    Futureproof: Eric Topol on revolutionizing pandemic preparedness
    2024/11/26
    In the second part of our conversation with Dr. Eric Topol, we explore how examining the past is necessary to ensure we’re more prepared for our future. From universal vaccines and advanced antiviral therapies to cutting-edge digital tools like wearable biosensors and genomic surveillance, Dr. Topol shares actionable insights on harnessing technology and data to revolutionize pandemic preparedness. Listen in as we discuss the path to a safer, healthier future. // Episode transcript: https://www.scripps.edu/_files/images/2024_images/topol-pandemic-prep-transcript.pdf Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricTopol LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-topol-md-b83a7317/ Ground Truths podcast: erictopol.substack.com Scripps Research Magazine: magazine.scripps.edu/
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    11 分
  • Beyond the hype: AI’s impact on medicine and science with Eric Topol

    Beyond the hype: AI’s impact on medicine and science with Eric Topol
    2024/11/01
    Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing what we once thought impossible. But how can we distinguish genuine breakthroughs from mere hype? In this episode of Science Changing Life, we welcome Eric Topol, MD—renowned physician, scientist, and author. As executive vice president at Scripps Research and founder of the Scripps Research Translational Institute, Dr. Topol shares his thoughts on how AI is transforming science and medicine today and offers a glimpse into what the future may hold. His advice to listeners? 'Be open to change.' Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricTopol LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-topol-md-b83a7317/ Ground Truths podcast: erictopol.substack.com Scripps Research Magazine: magazine.scripps.edu/
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    40 分