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Ever wondered how sleep impacts your overall health? Join Jeroen Schreel and Aric Prather, a professor of psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco, as they delve into the profound effects of sleep on physical health and emotional well-being. Discover the true nature of sleep, the benefits of a good night's rest, and practical tips to enhance your sleep quality. This is the paper w...

The Future of Brain-Computer Interfaces with Arno Libert | AFP 28Ever wondered how brain-computer interfaces can change lives? Join Jeroen Schreel and Arno Libert, the co-founder and CEO of MindSpeaker, as they explore the cutting-edge realm of brain-computer interfaces. Discover the essence of BCIs, how they function, and their potential to restore communication for individuals with conditions li...

Ever wondered what causes body odor and how to banish it for good? Join Jeroen Schreel and Chris Callewaert, also known as Doctor Armpit, a postdoctoral researcher at Ghent University, as they unravel the science behind body odor. Discover the intricate connection between the skin and gut microbiomes and explore effective solutions to combat unpleasant body smells. This is the paper we discussed d...

Ever wondered how stars evolve or what types of exoplanets exist? Join Jeroen Schreel and Leen Decin, a professor in stellar and exoplanet astrophysics at KU Leuven, as they uncover the secrets of stellar evolution and the diversity of exoplanets. Explore the origins of stars, the different types of star, and the intriguing world of exoplanets. This is the paper we discussed during this episode: D...

Ever wondered why some foods affect us differently? Dive into the world of nutrition with Jeroen Schreel and Giles Yeo, a professor of molecular neuroendocrinology at the university of Cambridge, as they delve into the importance of nutrition. Discover why calories aren't the whole story, the critical role of fiber, and the difference between processed and ultra-processed food and why it matters....

Ever pondered the cosmic enigma of dark matter? Join Jeroen Schreel and Katherine Freese, a professor of physics at the University of Texas, as they delve into the world of dark matter. Together they unravel the mysteries of dark matter candidates, the intriguing dark big bang, and the possibility of dark stars. Delve into the cosmos and expand your understanding of the universe. This is the paper...

Ever wondered how your brain is wired? Join Jeroen Schreel and Kevin Mitchell, a professor of Genetics and Neuroscience at Trinity College Dublin, on a captivating journey into the intricacies of brain development. Uncover the mesmerizing link between genetics and the wiring of the brain, challenging the nature vs nurture debate. This is the paper we discussed during this episode: Myers et al., 20...

Can artificial intelligence transform our understanding of climate change? Join Jeroen Schreel and Chaopeng Shen, a professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Penn State University, on an eye-opening exploration of the intersection of AI and climate change research. Dive into AI's role in unveiling new physical relationships and how these discoveries empower us to better predict climate c...

Ever wondered how exercise can supercharge your brain? Join Jeroen Schreel and Wendy Suzuki, a professor of Neural Science and Psychology at New York University, on an inspiring journey into the powerful connection between physical activity and brain health. Explore the fascinating world of neuroplasticity and uncover the remarkable insights behind the exercise-brain connection. This is the paper...

Ever wondered about distant worlds beyond our solar system? Join Jeroen Schreel and Sara Seager, a professor in physics, aeronautics and astronautics and planetary science at MIT, on an exhilarating journey into the realm of exoplanets. Take a dive into the discussion of exoplanet atmospheres, rogue planets, the intriguing case of phosphine on Venus and the mind blowing possibilities of other extr...

Ever wondered how tiny molecules can perform incredible feats? Join Jeroen Schreel and Simon Krause, a group leader in nanochemistry at the Max-Planck-Institute for Solid State Research, as they explore the captivating world of molecular machines. Discover the world of nanocar races, nanorobots in medicine, and the cutting-edge use of photosynthesis-like mechanisms to harness light energy for mole...

Want to unlock the future of energy storage? Join Jeroen Schreel and Andreas Schneemann, junior research group leader at the Technical University of Dresden, as they dive into the groundbreaking world of covalent-organic frameworks. Discover how these cutting-edge 2D materials hold the key to revolutionizing hydrogen and energy storage. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that will shap...

Have you ever wondered how life on Earth began? Join Jeroen Schreel and Andrew Knoll, Fisher Professor of Natural History and Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Harvard University, as they embark on a captivating journey into the origin of life. Discover the true nature of chloroplasts and mitochondria, and gain new insights into the ever-changing atmosphere of our planet. Don't miss out...

Are you curious about the link between amyloid-like assemblies and cancer? Join Jeroen Schreel and Chloe Kirk, a PhD candidate in biochemistry at the University of Miami, as they explore the fascinating world of these structures. Discover what amyloid-like assemblies are, where they can be found and gain insights into their role in cancer and neurodegenerative diseasesFollow Chloe for more insight...

Have you ever wondered what proteins are? Join Jeroen Schreel and Daniel Fried, an upperschool science teacher at the Pingrey school and the founder of Biochemistry Literacy for Kids, as they dive into the fascinating world of protein structure and fluorescence. Discover the latest research and learn how children can become fluent in biochemistry. Follow Daniel for more information on biochemistry...

Join Jeroen Schreel and Graham Lau, an astrobiologist at Blue Marble Space Institute of Science and the host of the 'Ask an Astrobiologist' show, as they uncover the secrets of the origins of life, the search for extraterrestrial life and the changing distance between the moon and earth. Don't miss out on fascinating interstellar facts and life advice from Graham. Follow Graham for some fun inters...

In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by Beth Webb, a postdoctoral researcher in platelet biology at the University of Leeds, and Emilia Angelillo, a science technician at Sancton Wood School. Together they will discuss the function of platelets, how platelets are linked to cardiovascular disease, and how the interaction between platelets and chemicals is tested. Follow Beth for some great ins...

In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by Ruben Van de Vijver, a postdoctoral researcher in chemical engineering at Ghent University, and Robin Van de Casteele, a criminologist currently working in schooling for people in jail. Together they will discuss chemical reaction speed, what needs to be considered when using biodiesels in the petrochemical industry, and what radical chemistry really is...

In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by Lawrence M. Krauss, professor emeritus in theoretical physics focussing on elementary-particle physics and cosmology. He is the author of popular science book such as ‘The Physics of Star Trek’, ‘A Universe From Nothing’ and ‘The Greatest Story Ever Told’ and currently functions as director of ‘the Origins project’ and host of ‘The origins Podcast’. His...

In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by Greeshma Gowda, a PhD student in Fluid Mechanics at Vrije Universiteit Brussels, and Thomas Lebbe, a PhD candidate in macroeconomics with a passion for history. Together they will discuss vertical-axis wind turbine synchronization and whether these wind turbines could help mitigate the energy crisis. Don’t forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: http...

In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by Liselotte De Ligne, a postdoctoral researcher in Wood Technology at Ghent University, and Ott Kangur, a software quality assurance engineer. Together they will discuss fungal wood decay and some new research avenues that are being explored like wood-based glass (yes, transparent wood!).Don’t forget to join our monthly AFP newsletter: https://applefinchp...

Welcome to the eighth episode of Apple Finch Pudding, your gateway into the world of science. In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by Dave Goulson, a professor of Biology at University of Sussex, and Olga Bogdańska, the creator of the Apiculture Studio. Together they will discuss the difficulties that bumblebees encounter due to diseases and climate change, how smart bumblebees really are and...

Welcome to the seventh episode of Apple Finch Pudding, your gateway into the world of science. In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by Teresa E. Gimeno, a researcher at the Basque Centre for Climate Change and CREAF, and Ahmad Fuadi, the internationally acclaimed Indonesian author of ‘The land of five towers’. Together they will discuss how plants work and how they can influence the climate....

Welcome to the sixth episode of Apple Finch Pudding, your gateway into the world of science. In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by a Jan Baetens, a professor in Mathematical Modelling at Ghent University, and Korneel Neysens, an operations business process lead for the production of vegetable oil. Together they will discuss what you need to be a mathematical modeler and how mathematical mod...

Welcome to the fifth episode of Apple Finch Pudding, your gateway into the world of science. In this episode, Jeroen Schreel is joined by a scientific couple, Kyra Prats and Michael (Mike) Bond. Kyra is a plant ecophysiologist who recently obtained her PhD at Yale University and secretly loves BTS. Mike recently obtained his PhD at Yale University in chemical biology and loves fishing. Although bo...