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Science history is chock full of world-changing innovations that initially faced skepticism and ridicule for being too unconventional: light bulbs, cars, and home computers are just a few examples. In this audiobook, we take a look at the latest out-of-the-box ideas to tackle today’s biggest challenges, including so-called sponge cities designed to combat flooding, technology that mimics photosynthesis to produce fuel, modifying bacteria’s genetic circuits to treat genetic diseases, and much more.

Sally Ride, the first American woman to go to space, once said that she didn’t set out to be a role model, but after her first flight, she realized that she was one. Like her, the 12 women scientists in this collection became unintentional heroes through perseverance and hard work, making great discoveries in all areas of science. From Vera Rubin’s examination of the internal dynamics of galaxies to Nobel Prize winner May-Britt Moser’s study of the brain’s GPS-like navigation system, Trailblazers highlights the achievements of women who became role models for us all.

Self-improvement is a lifelong quest. We all have things we’d like to change about ourselves, which is why many people make New Year’s resolutions. Yet, research shows that only about 8 percent of resolution makers achieve their goals. Changing personal habits is both hugely difficult and hugely rewarding. Here, Scientific American offers this guide on breaking bad habits and the ultimate satisfaction of making difficult life changes.

The American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy is the premier membership organization for professionals working in cell and gene therapy. On this network, we're sharing exciting stories from our members and the greater scientific community.

Dental Sound Bites is an ADA podcast created for dentists, by dentists. Join our hosts, representing different paths in their careers, for real talk on dentistry's daily wins and sticky situations. Tune in to benefit from the wisdom of your peers and share some laughs along the way. Come for the camaraderie, stay for insightful discussions with leading experts from our industry and beyond.

Private practices have been under intense pressure for years; the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated the financial strain and highlighted the burdens faced by physician practice owners each day. As a private practice doctor you know there are skills beyond medicine you need to navigate COVID-19, workflow pain points, and other practice issues. The AMA’s Thriving in Private Practice podcast connects you with expert advice to make your practice thrive, from practice owners like you. Find all AMA podcasts at ama-assn.org/podcasts.

Religious and Educational Podcast about Norse/Germanic Paganism and our personal journeys as well as talking points within those subjects.

Joseph E. Safdieh, MD, FAAN, Editor-in-Chief of Neurology Today highlights the most noteworthy and newsworthy neurology stories in the issue.

Conservative talk is the last beacon of Free Speech in America. Here on AGR, we believe the Greatness of America comes from the Greatness within you! If you're not ready to give up on your country, then this is the podcast for you!

At The Core is hosted by Walker Wildmon and Rick Green and can be heard each weekday from 1:00PM - 2:00PM CDT on American Family Radio. Walker Wildmon serves as Vice President of Operations for American Family Association (AFA) and as a spokesperson for AFA and has been quoted by CNN, Fox News and other major news outlets. He also serves as Chief Executive Officer and Member of the Board of Directors of AFA Action. Walker graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in Political Science. He calls Tupelo, Mississippi home and is beginning to raise a family there. Walker and his ...

In this podcast series, editors-in-chief from the JACC family of specialty journals provide highlights and summarize key findings for select issues. Published by the American College of Cardiology, the JACC Journals publish peer-reviewed articles on all aspects of cardiovascular disease, including original clinical studies, translational investigations with clear clinical relevance, state-of-the art papers, and review articles. They are top ranked for impact factor and their manuscripts are among the most covered by media outlets, most talked about on social media, and most read online.

Weeknight Kitchen with Melissa Clark takes on one of the biggest dilemmas of busy people: what are we going to eat? In each episode, you’ll join cookbook author and New York Times food columnist Melissa Clark in her kitchen, working through one of her favorite recipes and offering helpful advice for both beginners and seasoned cooks. It’s a practical guide for weeknight eating, from the makers of The Splendid Table. Follow along and get more recipes at weeknightkitchen.org. Produced by American Public Media.

The ABEM General Podcast brings you the latest ABEM certification insights, stories from emergency physicians across the country, advice from ABEM Directors, and relevant and timely advances in EM. Join us in being #ABEMProud

This is the official podcast of the North American Japanese Garden Association. Visit our website at www.najga.org to find out more about membership, read our blog and access our free Japanese gardening resources! Learn from professionals and enthusiasts alike all about the art, craft and heart of Japanese gardens in the United States and Canada. Our goal is to increase the number of resources, conversations and awareness of Japanese garden design, theory, and techniques in the English language.

Our mission is to restore an economic consensus that emphasizes the importance of family, community, and industry to the nation’s liberty and prosperity. The American Compass Podcast features conversations on a wide variety of policy issues aimed at helping policymakers and the broader public navigate the most pressing issues that will define the future of the conservative movement in America.

Let's talk all things highland cattle!

Welcome to Healthy Children: a podcast for parents from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Each episode features interviews with leading experts on topics that will help you on your parenting journey, like social media and mental health, nutrition from infancy through adolescence, treating common illnesses, and sleep strategies for kids of all ages. Learn about the most important innovations in pediatrics and parenting from the people behind them. So whether you're looking for general information related to your child's health or for more specific guidance on parenting issues, you've come to ...

One in four of your stroke patients will have another stroke. A thorough workup to identify the underlying cause and stroke risk factors has profound implications on secondary stroke prevention strategies and risk of recurrent stroke. This series of 8 podcasts will offer specific recommendations to improve patient care while following the new 2021 AHA/ASA Guideline for the Prevention of Stroke in Patients with Stroke and TIA. HCA Healthcare is proud to be the national supporter of Getting to the Heart of Stroke™.

Cavalry Agency, Navy Federal Credit Union, Purdue University Global and Veterans United Home Loans proudly present Your Next Mission® podcast with the 12th Sergeant Major of the Army and Co-Founder of the American Freedom Foundation, Jack L. Tilley. Your Next Mission® is a new program initiative of the American Freedom Foundation. where you will be listening and enjoying outstanding and interesting guests who will provide insights and real take-a-ways for our Veterans, military service members, military spouses and families as it relates to their transition from military to civilian life. ...

Welcome to the History of Retina, a continuously unfolding story of the specialty’s dynamic evolution. Trace the journey by exploring milestones in technology, instrumentation and techniques and hearing first-hand accounts from retina pioneers whose innovative spirit and pivotal contributions laid the framework for the advanced sight-saving retinal care of today and the enormously promising treatments of tomorrow.For more information visit https://retinahistory.asrs.org/.