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In this episode of The Rad Lab Podcast , we sit down with Dr. Jennifer Laaser from the University of Minnesota for a wide-ranging conversation about her career path, professional experiences, and their current research. During our conversation, Jennifer shares her journey into chemistry, how she built her research program, and what excites her most about studying complex materials at the molecular...

In this second conversation with Dr. Kyle Murphy, we dive deep into the realities of academic grant writing and reflect on where we are in the tenure-track journey. We discuss strategies for developing competitive proposals, lessons learned from recent submissions, and how grant activity fits into a broader tenure progress narrative. The episode also serves as a candid tenure update—what’s going w...

Dr. Lamb's research operates at the intersection of physical organic, catalysis, and polymer chemistry. Her current projects focus on developing new switchable N-heterocyclic carbene organocatalysts with advanced control, designing sustainable routes to non-isocyanate polyurethanes for high-temperature applications, and combining different polymerization mechanisms into a single material. Beyond h...

In this episode of Rad Lab Podcast, we are thrilled to host Dr. Amanda Carroll , an Assistant Professor in Chemistry at Tennessee Tech University. With a focus on chemical education , Dr. Carroll brings a wealth of experience in both teaching and curriculum development. She works actively with students, supporting a range of chemistry programs from general chemistry to more specialized courses. As...

In this special episode of The Rad Lab, we delve into the fascinating world of actinide chemistry and spectroscopy with none other than Benjamin Stein, a distinguished Staff Scientist and Deputy Group Leader at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). Join us as we explore the cutting-edge research that Ben has been pioneering since he first joined LANL in 2015 as a Seaborg Postdoctoral Fellow. As w...

Welcome to "Untold Stories of Women in the Manhattan Project"! Join us on an enlightening journey as we shine a spotlight on the incredible but often overlooked contributions of women during one of history's most pivotal scientific endeavors. We delve into the lives, achievements, and challenges faced by the remarkable women who played key roles in the development of the atomic bomb. From physicis...

🎙️ Rad Lab Podcast Episode: Exploring the Cosmos with Dr. Michael Houts In this captivating episode of the Rad Lab Podcast, join us on a cosmic journey as we sit down with the distinguished Dr. Michael Houts. With over two decades of expertise in nuclear engineering, specializing in space nuclear power and propulsion, Dr. Houts brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the conversation. Hoste...

Welcome back to Part 2 of "The Curie's: A Legacy of Radiance" in The Rad Lab Podcast. In this continued exploration of the groundbreaking contributions of Marie and Pierre Curie, we delve further into their remarkable journey through the world of radioactivity. Join us as we unravel the compelling narrative of these two pioneering scientists, their tireless pursuit of knowledge, and their groundbr...

Join us for a captivating talk by Dr. Dale Ensor, one of our podcast hosts, as he delves into the remarkable history of the Manhattan Project. Dr. Ensor's insightful discussion will shed light on the pivotal role of the Manhattan Project in shaping the world of radiochemistry and its broader impact on history.🗓️ Date: September 8th, 2023 🕒 Time: 3:00 PM 📍 Location: SLH Room 126 at TTUIn this eng...

Welcome back to another thrilling episode of "The Rad Lab"! In today's episode, we're diving deep into the riveting Oppenheimer movie to dissect the science and history behind one of the most pivotal moments in the 20th century. As radiochemists, we can't help but be drawn to the atomic themes depicted in the film. From the initial stages of nuclear research to the top-secret Manhattan Project, we...

In this captivating episode of The Rad Lab, we delve into the extraordinary lives of renowned scientist Marie Curie and her husband Pierre Curie. Join us as we uncover the remarkable achievements, groundbreaking research, and enduring legacy of this power couple in the realm of science and beyond. Marie Curie, a pioneering physicist and chemist, shattered barriers and defied societal norms in her...

Welcome to the The Rad Lab podcast, where we explore the stories behind some of the world's most fascinating scientific discoveries. In this episode, we'll dive into the life and work of Antoine Henri Becquerel, a French physicist who made a groundbreaking discovery that laid the foundation for the study of radioactivity and radiochemistry. Becquerel was born in 1852 into a family of distinguished...

Welcome to The Rad Lab Podcast interview series, where we delve into the fascinating world of science and technology. Today, we have a very special guest with us, Dr. Kyle Murphy from Tennessee Tech University. . With years of experience in academia and industry, he has a wealth of knowledge to share about the design, synthesis, and characterization of polymers, and how they can be used in various...

In this episode of The Rad Lab podcast we take a look at the discovery of the X-ray. We look into Wilhelm Röntgen as a scientist and how x-rays made an immediate impact into the world. If you would like to learn more about Tennessee Tech University and its Chemistry department check out there website https://www.tntech.edu/cas/chemistry/