Disease Vs

Do the artificial sweeteners most of us consume everyday cause cancer? You're about to find out! Bethany, Stefanie and Alastair take us through the evidence from both sides of the debate and answer this intriguing question once and for all (at least based on the current data!). Click here for a full reference list

Join Abbey, Marnie and Josiah as they delve into the world of female fertility. They investigate why fertility declines with age and what are some actional strategies for increasing their chances of conceiving, as well as looking ahead to what may be possible in the future. Shownotes/references.

You've no doubt heard the headlines about microplastics and how much of these we are all consuming. But what does the science behind this say? And what are these microplastics doing in the body? Join Velda, Reece, Frank and Ziona as they delve into the science of microplastics and their impact on the body. Show notes/references.

Nothing is straight forward when it comes to autoimmunity and how it develops. It requires a combination of genetic and environmental factors to rear its ugly head. Join Shauna, Emma & Methul as the explore the complex world of autoimmunity. Show notes/references.

Ever wondered what makes melanoma the most dangerous form of skin cancer? It’s a diagnosis no one wants to hear, but there is growing hope. Advances in research and treatment are transforming outcomes and helping us fight this aggressive disease more effectively than ever before. Join Aditya, Nekesha & Aliyah as they explore the world of melanoma and what we can do to avoid this aggressive ski...

Can COVID increase your chance of Alzheimer's disease? Both COVID-19 & Alzheimer's disease have some overlapping effects on the brain, so it's certainly worthy of investigation! Join Laila, Simona & Max, as they get to the bottom of the links between COVID-19 & Alzheimer's disease. Show notes/references.

Have you ever wondered why the flu shot gets updated each year? And how do scientists work out how to chance the vaccine well ahead of time? Join Emma, Wendy & Hadik as they explore the answer to these questions and much more! Show notes/references.

We all know that Female fertility declines with age - but why is this the case? And what can be done to give couples a better chance of conceiving? Join Dov, Charli & Jedid, as they explore female fertility and seek out potential solutions to help slow age-related infertility. Show notes/References.

Imagine living in a world where a cut could be deadly. If we want to avoid this possibility in the future, we need antibiotics that actually work! Jonathan, Ash, Vidara & Victoria dive into to shed light on the emerging threat that is antibiotic resistance. Tune in to find out why this is such a big problem and to find out what you can do to help. Show notes/references

Alexandra, Andrew & Zeyneb do a deep dive on the impacts of pre-natal stress on the developing fetus and after birth. They particularly focus on the potential impacts of stress on the child's developing brain. They also offer some strategies to manage stress for both mother and baby. Tune in to find out more! [1] Wu, Y., De Asis-Cruz, J. and Limperopoulos, C. (2024). Brain structural and funct...

Ryan, Isabelle and Long delve into the ever-changing world of cancer treatments. They discuss both targeted and non-targeted treatment strategies and what the future of cancer treatment may look like! References 1. Voorhees P. Case Presentation: A 63-Year-Old Patient with Relapsed-Refractory (R/R) Multiple Myeloma [Internet]. Targeted Oncology. 2023. Available from: https://www.targetedonc.com/vie...

Ben, Hailey & Ryan explore key breakthroughs which are helping us understand how epigenetic modifiers can be used to control the growth of cancer cells. Are epigenetic modifiers the next big thing in cancer treatment? Tune in to find out. Click here to view the references for the episode

Drug resistance is a big problem in cancer treatment. Just when you think cancer has been defeated it can come back with a vengeance. Adrian, Diya & Victoria explore the question "could targeting the hedgehog pathways for drug resistant cancers?" Tune in to find out! References: [1] World Health Organization (2024). Global cancer burden growing amidst mounting need for services. Geneva: WHO. A...

Thomas, Cherry & Greta take a deep dive into all things influenza virus. They explore how the flu virus enters our cells, why the flu vaccine needs to be updated each year and current advances in flu treatment including the promise of a universal flu vaccine. Tune in to find out more! References: 1. CDC. Cold Versus Flu. Influenza (Flu). 2024. Accessed April 20th 2025. https://www.cdc.gov/flu/...

Dima, Jacob & Jayen take a deep dive into the world of antibiotic resistance. Why is it such a big problem and why does the outlook look bleak at the moment? They also offer perspectives on the way forward and what can be done to avoid disaster. Tune in to find out more! References: 1. Lan T, Zhang B, Jin Lu Liu, Jia Q, Gao J, Cao L, Yan J, Bao Liang Li, Xiao Juan Xie, Yu Huan Xu, Hong Mei Wen...

Angela, Abbie & Jasmine tackle the question, can intermittent fasting improve chemotherapy for patients? It's a wild idea but the science suggests there may just be something to it! Tune in to find out more. References: [1] Bauersfeld SP, Kessler CS, Wischnewsky M, et al. The effects of short-term fasting on quality of life and tolerance to chemotherapy in patients with breast and ovarian canc...

Selina, Helya & Thiri take a look into the complex world of autoimmunity by taking a look at Lupus. They shed light on why 9 out of 10 people with lupus are female and how hormones can play a key role in the onset of lupus. Tune in to find out more! References: [1] Ding, Z. (2025). Week 9: B Cells and Molecular Mechanisms of Disease, Lecture 32; accessed on 01/05/2025. [2] Maidhof, W. and Hila...

Callum, Yasindhu & Aria, explore the ever-expanding world of gene therapy and gene editing. They investigate the gene therapy interventions for sickle cell patients and consider what this means for these patients going forward. Tune in to hear all about how gene therapy is already impacting lives! References: [1] Kanter, J., Walters, M.C., Krishnamurti, L., Mapara, M.Y., Kwiatkowski, J.L., Rif...

Join, Joel, Linka & Govind as they explore the causes of age-related female infertility, and where in this process interventions can occur. After the age of 35, female fertility starts to decline rapidly. The team discuss possible nutritional and pharmacological approaches to slow fertility decline before ending on a discussion about fertility intervention strategies (such as IVF). References:...

From incurable to manageable – science is rewriting the story of MS. Join Natalie, Prio, and Ethan as they explore how monoclonal antibodies are revolutionising treatment for multiple sclerosis. References: [1] MS Australia (2025). Key Facts & Figures About Multiple Sclerosis. Company website, accessed on 01/05/25. [2] Pisetsky, D.S. (2023). Pathogenesis of autoimmune disease. Nature, 19, 509–...