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Mitochondria
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A Grey Matter is for anyone who has ever wondered how we think, feel, reason and move. The Queensland Brain Institute's neuroscience podcast unlocks the wonders of the brain – the complex and mysterious core of who we are and what makes us human. QBI researchers, at The University of Queensland, strive to understand the development, organisation and function of the brain in health and disease. www... more

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Despite its everyday use in hospitals, scientists have yet to fully understand how general anaesthesia works. Professor Bruno van Swinderen began studying general anaesthesia using the tiny worm C.elegans in the 1990s. Now in his lab at UQ’s Queensla... more

Mitochondria are known as the powerhouses of our cells, but research is revealing their wide role in brain health and links to rare genetic diseases that affect the brain. At UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute, Professor Steven Zuryn, a leading research... more

Exercise has many health benefits, including for our brains. Recent discoveries at UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute offer new clues about the mechanisms that generate exercise’s positive effects. In their labs, Dr Tara Walker and Professor Jana Vukovi... more

Virtual reality (VR) is changing how scientists study memory, and it involves exploring virtual mazes. At UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute, cognitive neuroscience leader Professor Jason Mattingley, PhD student Richard Ronayne, and research assistant J... more

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Ramon Martinez-Marmol
Researcher studying the nerve repair process in C elegans under Professor Hilliard.
Queensland Brain Institute
Episode: The fusion frontier
Massimo Hilliard
QBI professor recognized for pioneering work on neuronal fusion and connectivity.
Queensland Brain Institute
Episode: The fusion frontier
Letitia Living
Healthcare professional, young mother, and stroke survivor advocating for stroke awareness
Episode: Surviving, treating, fighting stroke
Tennille Rowland
Stroke rehabilitation specialist working with younger survivors
Episode: Surviving, treating, fighting stroke
Dr. Matilde Balbi
Neuroscientist researching brain recovery mechanisms post-stroke
Queensland Brain Institute
Episode: Surviving, treating, fighting stroke
Dr. Marguerite Ritter
Electrophysiologist studying electrical properties of neurons at QBI
The Queensland Brain Institute
Episode: Cracking the MND code
Professor Pankaj Sarr
Group leader known for contributions to neuroscience and learning
The Queensland Brain Institute
Episode: Cracking the MND code
Susannah Tye
Associate Professor at the Queensland Brain Institute, focuses on the biological mechanisms behind mood disorders.
Queensland Brain Institute
Episode: Getting inside bipolar
Heather Cruickshank
Recently submitted her PhD thesis at the Queensland Brain Institute, researching melatonin and bipolar disorder.
Queensland Brain Institute
Episode: Getting inside bipolar

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Rebecca Archer
Host of the neuroscience-focused podcast, providing insights into brain research and its implications for health and behavior.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Keeps me sharp in my studies

    This podcast is very interesting and helpful to remind me of what I have learned in my studies as well as the latest findings about brain science. Great for anyone with a fascination for things neuro! If I was younger I would aspire to work with these people at Queensland Brain Institute!!!!!! Dave Brebner

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave Brebner
    Australia2 years ago
  • Great show

    This is one of my favourite podcasts, I’m fascinated by the brain.

    It’s sciency without being difficult to understand, and the content is great. I love hearing about new research too, and feel that QBI is a great institution.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoPurple71
    Australia3 years ago
  • If you like NPR’s Invisibilia, try this!

    A bit more sound in its science, a bit shorter in length, but great production value and interesting topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AussieKGM
    Australia7 years ago
  • Interesting topics direct from the source

    A good science podcast if you're into the brain or what we use our brains for. It's nice to hear directly from the scientists and in a way anyone can understand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PollyBazza
    Australia9 years ago
  • A Grey Matter

    Great podcast! The topics are fascinating and make matters of the mind accessible for a lay person. Excellently presented – I would highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JamJarInc.
    Australia9 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for making complex scientific topics understandable and relatable.
Many listeners find personal stories shared in episodes moving and inspiring, especially regarding health challenges.
The production value is noted as high, and the ability to source information directly from researchers is seen as a major strength.
Reviewers express fascination with the content, particularly regarding the brain and neuroscience.
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The unsolved science of general anaesthesia
Q: If general anesthesia is working well enough, why then do we need to research reversal agents?
Research on reversal agents is necessary to minimize side effects and complications that patients, especially vulnerable groups, may experience post-anesthesia.
The unsolved science of general anaesthesia
Q: So how exactly is it different to sleep?
General anesthesia is different from sleep since patients cannot wake up during surgery, and it involves more complex brain mechanisms.
The unsolved science of general anaesthesia
Q: What sort of have you heard?
Researches have heard several personal experiences from patients and doctors regarding startling side effects of general anesthesia, such as vivid hallucinations.
Built different: Mitochondria’s mind-blowing power
Q: What do you find most fascinating about mitochondria?
The ancient origin of mitochondria and their critical role in enabling complex life on Earth is truly fascinating.
Built different: Mitochondria’s mind-blowing power
Q: How does the integrity of mitochondrial DNA get protected or repaired?
Mitochondrial DNA repair mechanisms are limited, contributing to its accumulation of mutations as we age, but pathways exist that maintain mitochondrial health.

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What is A Grey Matter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast explores the complexity of the brain by featuring discussions on neuroscience, cognitive function, and the implications of recent research in the field. It covers a range of topics, including memory recall, stroke recovery, gene therapy for neurodegenerative diseases, and the biological mechanisms behind mood disorders. Through engaging conversations with experts, including neuroscientists and healthcare professionals, listeners are introduced to innovative research, personal stories, and practical insights, making advanced scientific concepts accessible. Notably, it emphasizes the intersection of personal experiences and scientific progress, providing a unique blend of academic rigor and relatability that appeals to anyone int... more

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