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In episode Fifty-One, Prostate Focal Therapy, Drs. Schwartz and Polascik will discuss the current status of prostate focal therapy and where it lies in the treatment options of prostate cancer treatments.

Michelle Moore is the CEO of Groundswell and was President Obama’s Federal Chief Sustainability Officer. On this episode of the Sustainability Speaker Series, Michelle discusses her new book Rural Renaissance, Revitalizing America’s Hometowns through Clean Power.

Meinhard Doelle is a professor of Law and Sara Seck is an associate professor of Law; both are affiliated with the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada. They join the Sustainability Speaker Series to discuss their recent book, Research Handbook on Climate Change Law and Loss & Damage.

In episode Fifty, How Do We Image and Measure Renal Stones?, Drs. Schwartz and Large discuss how Imaging and measurement of stone disease is crucial when deciding on appropriate treatment modalities. While the AUA and EAU Guidelines are available to everyone, technology sometimes moves faster than updates to these guidelines. Dr. Large reviews some of his advances in stone treatments while adherin...

The podcast entitled “The Importance of Fever Prevention in Clinical Practice” with Dr. Shahed Toossi, Assistant Professor of Neurology and Neurological Surgery, Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Dr. Rainer Lenhardt, Professor and Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Louisville covered several important topics. The occurrence of feve...

In episode forty-nine, The Current Role of Robotics in Endourology, Drs. Schwartz and Rassweiler discuss how, with the vast interest in robotic urologic surgery, there has been a similar interest in robotic ureteroscopy. In this episode they explore the current role of robotics in endourology.

In episode forty-eight, What’s New in Metabolic Evaluations for Stone Prevention, Drs. Schwartz and Best discuss how, for many years, the 24-hour urine and serum studies have been the staple for metabolic stone disease. There may be new options for both patient and physician in this difficult area of prevention.

Yoram Bauman is the world's first and only stand-up economist. On this episode of the Sustainability Speaker Series, he shares the role of comedy and humor in the discussion of climate change.

In episode forty-seven, An Update on Disposable Ureteroscopes, Drs. Schwartz and Monga discuss how the use of disposable scopes in the operating room is growing as are the number of companies manufacturing them. Dr. Monga brings some clarity to a confusing landscape and lends insight on the technology that is permeating urology.

The podcast entitled “Why do I use Targeted Temperature Management” with Dr. Brian O’Neil, Processor and Chair, Department of Emergency Medicine, Wayne State University School of Medicine and Dr. Bernd Böttiger, Professor and Head, Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, University Hospital of Cologne covered several topics on the practical use of TTM in daily practice. Current T...

Peter Norton is an associate professor of history in the Department of Engineering and Society at the University of Virginia. On this episode of the Sustainability Speaker's Series, he discusses his latest book, Autonorama The Illusory Promise of High-Tech Driving , and clarifies the marketing from the reality.

The Podcast entitled “Early Induction of Temperature Management” with Dr. Wilhelm Behringer, Professor and Chair, Department of Emergency Medicine, University Hospital Vienna discussed several topics related to the use of TH in cardiac arrest patients. Dr. Behringer first talked about his systemic review of cardiac arrest animal studies that reported a consistent favorable effect of TTM versus nor...

As the field of prostate cancer treatment accelerates so does the area of prostate imaging. In episode forty-six, What’s New in Prostate Imaging, Dr. Michael Gorin gives a very nice summary of what is new and what lies in the future for imaging the prostate. He also touches on the current state on prostate biopsy and how imaging is integrated in this area.

Catherine Keller is the George T. Cobb Professor of Constructive Theology in the Theological School and Graduate Division of Religion of Drew University. On this episode of the Sustainability Speaker Series, she shares her perspective on the concept of Christian apocalypse and its relationship to climate action.

In episode forty-five, Drs. Schwartz and McCammon explore the topic of volunteering in underserved areas across the globe and how it not only serves those in need, but can also be very fulfilling and satisfying for the urologist. This podcast, featuring one of the world leaders, focuses on how to get involved, why one should get involved, and when to get involved.

In episode forty-four, we explore how the limits of robotic partial nephrectomy continue to be pushed. We discuss with Dr. Rogers some current techniques and future innovations we can use for this challenging surgery.

Nick Salafsky is codirector and cofounder of Foundations of Success and Richard Margoluis is Chief Measurement, Evaluation, and Learning Officer at the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. They join the Sustainability Speaker Series to discuss their latest book "Pathways to Success," a strategic systems approach for addressing ecosystem issues.

Erik Nordman is an Associate Professor of Natural Resources Management and Adjunct Professor of Economics at Grand Valley State University. On this episode of the Sustainability Speaker Series, he shares Elinor Ostrom's contribution to public policy and the reader accessible text he developed to facilitate understanding of her contribution, specifically that collective and community thinking is li...

Podcast summary: Episode 6, Part 2 of Open Channels continues the discussion from the last episode on the Changing Trends in PCNL. It explores and challenges some of the dogma associated with the management of patients following PCNL surgery.

Podcast summary: Episode 6 of Open Channels, Changing Trends in PCNL, discusses supine vs. prone PCNL, miniaturization of the percutaneous renal tract, tubeless PCNL, intra-renal stone manipulation tools, and varying energy sources for lithotripsy of stones.

In episode forty-three, we explore that, while biopsy of the renal mass may not be controversial, performing the procedure varies widely amongst urologists. Dr. Schenkman sheds light on how to implement the biopsy into practice and some of the pitfalls of the results.

Erica Cirino is a science writer, author, and artist exploring the intersection of the human and nonhuman worlds. Her widely published photojournalistic works depict the numerous ways people connect to nature—and each other—and shape planet Earth. On this episode of the Sustainability Speaker Series, she discusses her book and the significance of conscience in promoting environmental justice.

Award winning writer and scholar, Edward Struzik, has been writing about scientific and environmental issues for more than 30 years. He joins the Sustainability Speaker Series to discuss his latest book Swamplands, which highlights both human dominance of the Earth and our long-term relationship with carbon-based fuel starting with peat.

GEN Biotechnology is the new peer-reviewed journal launching in early 2022 by Mary Ann Liebert Inc. aiming to publish outstanding original research and perspectives across the biotech field. In this Q&A, GEN Biotechnology Senior Editor, Fay Lin, PhD, interviews Editor-in-Chief, Hana El-Samad, PhD, about her scientific research, outreach, and vision for the journal. Learn more about GEN Biotechnolo...

Gretchen Kusek, PhD, Associate Director Scientific Services, and Bart Smits, PhD, Manager Genetic Sciences and Compliance, discuss the key considerations when breeding gene-edited animals using CRISPR, particularly in the context of mosaicism. Podcast Series Brought to you by Taconic and The CRISPR Journal