Arqus Knowledge Pills

Explore this topic in this special Pride Month episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast! How have anti-gender movements transformed their strategies to target schools and policies? What lies behind the sudden fear of "gender ideology" in public education? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Paolo Gusmeroli discusses his work in this episode of Knowledge Pills. Anti-ge...

How does the grit required to finish one of the world’s toughest endurance races translate to the delicate work of repairing the human spinal cord? What happens when we stop looking at cells as the cure and start looking at the "secretome"—the potent signals they leave behind? Find out the answers to these questions and more as António Salgado discusses his work and unique trajectory in...

In an era of rapid technological change and evolving social dynamics, how can university courses prepare students for the ethical and practical challenges of the professional world? What does it mean to "practice" inclusion and care within a classroom setting? These are the central questions explored by Claudia Padovani (University of Padova) and Silvia Kober (University of Graz), winners of the 2...

How do our housing needs evolve as we move through different stages of life? What happens when the quiet life in the suburbs no longer fits the reality of aging or raising a family? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Katarzyna Kajdanek discusses her work in this episode of Knowledge Pills. From the initial allure of a garden and extra space to the logistical exhaustion of car depe...

What are African life narratives? How is Ken Saro-Wiwa connected to Maynooth University today, and what impact did he have on both Nigerian and Irish history as well as the discussion on energy systems?  Explore these questions and more with íde Corley (Maynooth University) in this episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills, in which we delve into the world of Nigerian activism and the impacts it has ha...

How does European Union law protect the rights of persons with disabilities? What role does the Court of Justice of the EU play in shaping disability rights across Member States? And why is it important to look at disability law through a truly European lens? These questions are at the heart of the latest episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast, featuring Bernardo Cortese, professor of Europe...

What if peace were not just a human affair? Can we still believe in pacifism? Explore these questions and rethink the very meaning of peace in the latest episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast with Maximiliam Lakitsch (University of Graz).  In the 43rd episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills, Maximiliam Lakitsch, a senior scientist at the Department of the Foundations of Law (Global Governance...

Is learner autonomy just about studying alone or is it something much deeper, more collaborative and more critical? In today’s digital world, how do we support students in becoming truly autonomous learners? These questions are at the heart of the latest episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast featuring Professor Marco Cappellini, specialist in Language Sciences at the University of Lyon 1 an...

What causes the Earth to suddenly collapse beneath our feet? Can geophysics help us predict—and perhaps even prevent—natural disasters? These are just some of the fascinating questions explored in the latest episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast with special guest Professor Djamil Al-Halbouni, expert in Applied Geophysics and Remote Sensing at Leipzig University. In this episode, Professor...

Are We Ready for AI Twins? Legal and Ethical Challenges Ahead: Innovation, Privacy, and the Future of Digital Identity — Explore everything behind the topic in the latest Arqus podcast episode! What are AI twin assistants and how could they change the way we work, create, and interact? What legal and ethical questions do they raise around data privacy, ownership, and identity? These are the core q...

What can Marriage Bars teach us about gender discrimination in the workplace? Explore this forgotten policy and its surprising legacy in the latest episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast! In the 20th century, many countries enforced so-called "Marriage Bars" – rules that required women to leave their jobs once they got married. While most countries abolished these policies by the 1950s, Irel...

What impact do intergenerational relations have on our society? What initiatives are needed between generations to ensure the effective transfer of knowledge, education, and resources? How can we fight ageism and discrimination to create a more inclusive world? These are the key questions explored in this episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast.  In this episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills p...

Antibiotic resistance is one of the greatest challenges of modern medicine, threatening the effectiveness of treatments and putting millions at risk. But what if the key to overcoming this crisis lies in nature itself? This month’s episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast features Dr Agata Dorotkiewicz-Jach, a microbiologist at the University of Wrocław, who explores groundbreaking and sustain...

What misconceptions lie beneath this widely used technology? What ethical and societal debates about its use are emerging? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Helena Machado discusses her work in this episode of Knowledge Pills. Facial recognition technologies, while promising convenience and security, raise critical issues like invasion of privacy, surveillance normalization, disc...

What strategies can effectively promote constructive online interactions? How can we effectively moderate content on social media platforms? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jana Lasser discusses her work in this episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills. From developing counter-speech strategies to tackle online hate to exploring how data management can improve social interactions,...

What role does ecohydrology play in addressing the climate crisis and ensuring fair water distribution? How can research help us adapt to the changing environment? These are the key questions explored in Professor Andrea Rinaldo’s work, discussed in this podcast. In the latest episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills podcast, we dive deep into the world of eco-hydrology with a special guest, Professor...

After the rise of remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic, what are the key challenges organisations face in balancing flexibility with maintaining team cohesion? And what role can scientific research play in improving the future of remote work? These are the questions at the heart of Jurgita Lazauskaitė-Zabielskė’s podcast episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills. As the demand for telework continue...

How have ideas about food, health and the body evolved throughout history? What impact do these concepts have on inclusion and exclusion, and on society in general? These are the questions at the heart of Nina Mackert’s research fields. Nina Mackert is a historian working in the interdisciplinary LeipzigLab "Global Health" at Leipzig University. In this episode, she shares her perspectiv...

How is the teaching profession dealing with the increasing shortage across the world?  What are the common factors fueling this global crisis? What are the strategies to implement to support these challenges? These are the questions at the heart of Maria Assunção Flores’s research fields, which are discussed in this podcast. For the 31st episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills “How critical is the sh...

How can physical activity impact people with chronic illnesses? What role do sports have in these patients’ lives and in the societal perception of health? These are the questions at the heart of Claire Perrins’s research fields, which are discussed in this podcast. For the 30th episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills “How do sports impact chronic illness?” we invited Claire Perrin, a sociologist of...

What exactly are the altmetrics? How are altmetrics reshaping the way we measure research impact? What role do AI and big data play in this transformation? These are the questions at the heart of Wenceslao Arroyo Machado’s research fields, which are discussed in this podcast. For the 29th episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills “How do altmetrics influence the research methods today?” We invited Wenc...

How do magnetic materials technologies affect our daily lives? Have you ever wondered what is behind the speakers we use to listen to music, or behind certain medical devices and treatments? These are the questions at the heart of Alina Bienkos' research areas, which are discussed in the latest Arqus Knowledge Pill podcast. For this 28th episode "How are magnetic materials part of our dai...

For this 27th episode of the Arqus Knowledge Pills “Should artificial intelligence decide over human intellect?”, we invited Matthias Wendland, professor at the Institute of Corporate and International Business Law at the University of Graz and holder of the Chair of Business Law, Artificial Intelligence Law and Data Protection Law. In this episode, he provides insightful perspectives on the role...

How does motherhood impact mothers’ lives? What are the main challenges that migrant mothers face in their daily lives, and how can we get a better understanding of this complex experience? These are the questions at the heart of Eglė Kačkutė’s research on motherhood studies, which looks into the stereotypical but still relevant care chains, into who is caring for the very young and the elderly, u...

In this episode, we dive into the importance of bioplastics in mitigating the plastic pollution crisis. Are bioplastics a more sustainable option than traditional plastics? Is there a way to manage them in an environmentally and economically viable manner? These are the questions at the heart of Dominique Rocher's research project, which was selected for COP28 in Dubai and has recently won the...