Topic: University Of Cambridge

4 chapters across the catalog

Spaving
Episode 1658 25:48 - 27:13

1658: Spaving

Proactive Vaccinology, University of Cambridge Research

Scientists at the University of Cambridge have developed "proactive vaccinology" technology designed to provide immunity against coronaviruses that have not yet emerged in humans. The research involves testing shots on mice to recognize pathogens currently found in bats. Critics argue this new terminology is a rebranding effort for gene therapy products that lack traditional manufacturer liability.

Ashkenormativity
Episode 1652 2:28:25 - 2:32:53

1652: Ashkenormativity

Colonoscopy Sedation, AI Parkinson's Research, Propofol

New medical studies suggest that deeper sedation using propofol leads to more effective detection of pre-cancerous polyps during colonoscopies. Meanwhile, researchers at the University of Cambridge are using AI to speed up the identification of Parkinson's disease treatments by tenfold. Despite the medical hype, some experts warn of a 20% error rate in current AI implementations across various industries.

Braking Algos
Episode 1036 52:27 - 56:22

1036: Braking Algos

Stefan Halper, FBI Academic Informant

The Washington Post and other outlets identified Stefan Halper, a Cambridge University professor, as the secret FBI source who contacted the Trump campaign. Halper has a long history of working with the federal government, including over $1$ million in Department of Defense contracts and ties to the intelligence community dating back to the Nixon administration.

Obey the Giant Voice System!
Episode 498 22:08 - 26:21

498: Obey the Giant Voice System!

Annual Mental Health Screenings, Pharmaceutical Side Effects

USA Today reports on a University of Cambridge study suggesting mental health screenings should be part of annual physical exams. The discussion pivots to the dangers of psychiatric drugs like Cymbalta and Chantix, noting reports of blackouts and violent ideation. A preference for traditional opiates like morphine for pain management is expressed due to their more predictable side effects compared to modern psychotropics.